DOUGH is Sweet, But Formulaic
Make no mistake, the British comedy/drama Dough is a very quirky and cute film. Its two lead characters are likable …Read the Rest
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MOTHER’S DAY is Stale and Schmaltzy
No matter what you may read in the coming paragraphs, make no mistake, I appreciate the work of director Garry …Read the Rest
ELVIS & NIXON Is Cute and Amusing, But Could Use More Gravitas
I’ve just realized that I probably know far too much about popular singer Elvis Presley. Over the years I’ve read …Read the Rest
Blasts From the Past! Blu-ray Review: SIBLING RIVALRY (1990)
Note: This title is being released by Olive Films on Blu-ray April 19th. Growing up, director Carl Reiner made some …Read the Rest
EVERYBODY WANTS SOME!! Meanders But Has Its Moments
Occasionally, there’s a downside to seeing so many movies. When one really makes an impression on you, it’s tough for …Read the Rest
Blasts From the Past! Blu-ray Review: PRIVATE RESORT (1985) and HARDBODIES (1984)
This Blu-ray is currently available from Mill Creek Entertainment as a Spring Break Double Feature. The two movies are also …Read the Rest
MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2 Is Genial and Unremarkable
Some 14 years ago, My Big Fat Greek Wedding surprised just about everyone. The low-budget comedy found an enormous audience, …Read the Rest
THE BRONZE Isn’t Likely to Earn a Medal With Moviegoers
Comedy is very hard. Setting the proper comedic tone as well as timing is far more difficult than it is …Read the Rest
Blasts From the Past! Blu-ray Review: MAKING THE GRADE (1984)
Note: The movie will be released March 22nd by Olive Films (www.olivefilms.com). Here’s another effort that passed me by during …Read the Rest
Blasts From the Past! Blu-ray Review: JINXED! (1982)
Note: This Blu-ray arrives on March 22nd from Olive Films (http://www.olivefilms.com). This week, I’ve got reviews of two 80s comedies …Read the Rest