Even if he never writes or directs anything again, James L. Brooks has already amassed an iconic legacy of masterful television and film projects such as Terms Of Endearment, Broadcast News, and the Mary Tyler Moore Show, not to mention putting his stamp on producing The Simpsons, which has been running for 34 seasons and... Continue Reading →
Uncanny Valley – Film Review: Licorice Pizza ★★★★1/2
As a young, Jewish boy growing up in small town Ohio, I was in awe of the B’nai B’rith girls such as Sue Malkoff, Jodi Raven and Sharon Marks. They had such supreme confidence, mercurial tempers, and smarts. I was always jealous of how put together they were with their Izod shirts, corduroys, and suede... Continue Reading →
Adam’s Broken Rib – Film Review: Uncut Gems ★★★★
Life can be a messy, loud, out of control experience, and sometimes that’s just what’s in your head. Add the honking, incessant cacophony of New York City and you’re not getting sleep anytime soon. The Safdie brothers, Benny and Josh, understand this all too well, gifting Robert Pattinson with a mesmerizing character in their 2017... Continue Reading →