In 2012, Albert Brooks was ROBBED of an Oscar nomination. Of course there were 5 great performances nominated, but it doesn’t change the fact that Brooks once again delivered a tough, gritty performance that was overlooked by the Academy. In… Read More ›
The Horror Of War! Brilliant movies are sometimes still difficult to watch – they are so powerful – so raw and honest, that they can be gut-wrenching… If you are up for a challenging, brutal look at one of the… Read More ›
“Goodfellas thin”: The unofficial measurement of a slice of garlic cut extremely thin using a razor blade. In 1990, Scorsese teamed up with Robert DeNiro to tell the story of Henry Hill, the young kid who worked his way up… Read More ›
What do the best “underdog” sports movies do: they celebrate the underdog, who has a unique story, a unique style, and always comes out on top – even when they don’t win the big game – they are winners in… Read More ›
Sexploitation rules! OK, that was just a come-on to get you excited about the post, which takes a look at the crazy world of low-budget, low-rent movies in the late 60’s and early 70’s. It was an era when rules… Read More ›
What’s your New Year’s resolution? Mine is to get back at EVERYONE who has done me wrong! OK, maybe not, but doesn’t that sound good? I mean “revenge, like Sauvignon Blanc, is a dish best served ice cold.” Or, as… Read More ›
After spending time pitching foreign films, holiday movies, exploitation films and forgotten 70’s gems, I thought i’d share some great books to consider giving as gifts as well. I still love the feel of a book, and even through I… Read More ›
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