Han Solo is one of those iconic characters that almost everyone has grown up with. Played by Harrison Ford in 4 Star Wars films, his origin story has been one fans have been curious of for a long time, even if only to see how he and his best bud and co-pilot, Chewbacca met, or glimpses into his friendship with Lando Calrissian (played by Billy Dee Williams in the original trilogy). SOLO: A STAR … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview: Matthew Miele Captures Living History In ALWAYS AT THE CARLYLE
If you don’t get that story from that person then that story is lost. There are certain legendary institutions sprinkled all over New York City with such a rich historical legacy. Director Matthew Miele has now captured three of them. Back in 2013, he took us behind the scenes at one of the grandest department stores in SCATTER MY ASHES AT BERGDORF’S. In 2106, he snuck audiences behind closed … [Read more...]
REVIEW: We’re pretty “Fonda” what BOOK CLUB stands for
Author E.L. James’ Fifty Shades book series was a cultural phenomenon. It made the world stand up and realize that women are a galvanizing and forceful demographic. Whether the books are truly feminist is certainly debatable; however, it indisputably imbued its female protagonist with sexual agency, leading her to discover her voice and power. Director/ co-writer Bill Holderman’s BOOK CLUB also … [Read more...]
Candid Conversations: TULLY’s Charlize Theron, Mackenzie Davis & Jason Reitman
Making this film made me not feel alone. The honesty of the conversation that this movie starts is one that you just can’t deny. Director Jason Reitman’s TULLY is the kind of film that engages with its audience in brilliant ways, dealing only in universal truths and genuine, heartfelt honesty. For those who are mothers, it’s the cinematic anthem they’ve long been awaiting, showing the hardships … [Read more...]
Infinity War Press Conference: A Gathering Of Superheroes- But They Ain’t Spilling A Thing
Usually, when I go to a press conference- two things happen. For one, I have seen the movie and taken notes so I know what questions, if any, I have for the cast or directors. Two- the cast and directors actually give answers about the movie. Neither were the case for the press conference this past weekend for Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War and it made for a hilarious, fun, albeit unusual, press … [Read more...]
REVIEW: TULLY is a cinematic anthem for moms everywhere
One facet of motherhood women rarely discuss is all the subtle, yet totally perceivable slights they are forced to internalize daily: a judgmental look from a stranger here; a weaponized word of concern directed at you and your screaming child there; a partners’ displeasure with a lackluster dinner. Sometimes it’s not even subtle. News cycles have practically canonized the Duchess of Cambridge for … [Read more...]
REVIEW: RAMPAGE Goes Every Which Way But Loose
When Edward Muybridge photographed the first motion picture, I’ll bet he never imagined his pioneering efforts would lead to a film that has a flying wolf attacking a military helicopter. But here we are. He’d at least go on record that a movie like that should be a colossal crowd-pleasing fun factory. Though director Brad Peyton’s RAMPAGE shows the occasional blip of rollicking good camp and … [Read more...]
REVIEW: FLOWER blossoms as a resilient beauty
At the heart of co-writer/ director Max Winkler’s coming-of-age dark comedy FLOWER stands an unapologetic, unorthodox teen protagonist. She’s like SIXTEEN CANDLES’ “Samantha Baker” if that John Hughesian heroine gave zero f*cks. Her headstrong nature assuredly contrasts Hollywood’s cookie-cutter approach to “likeability,” but the punk-rock hellfire in which her clay was baked will slay audiences. … [Read more...]
“Tomb Raider” Reboot Is The Origin Story For A New Generation
When I first heard that "Tomb Raider" was getting a reboot, my exact reaction was a simple shrug. Though you could say I grew up with the character, first playing the game as a teenage girl, then watching the movies amidst hangovers in my twenties, I was exactly clamoring for a new start. Lara Croft, for all her tough, adventuring, girl power was always a bit more of a male fantasy than a fully … [Read more...]
How “Raiders of the Lost Ark” Influenced “Tomb Raider” And Why It’s A “Coming of Age” Story
Lara Croft has been a household name for over two decades and she was in desperate need of a reboot. As time moves on, society changes, and with that, so must everything evolve to remain part of the fabric of pop culture. Yes, that goes for fictional video game heroines too. Enter Alicia Vikander, who stars as Lara Croft in the upcoming film reboot, "Tomb Raider." While her predecessor, … [Read more...]
