There are so many artistic elements that go into making a movie. The most important introduction of a movie to the public is its poster, but posters often go unappreciated as real works of art. Wednesdays are often a time when we reflect on a photo that captures something magical through a Wordless Wednesday post. […]
Don’t miss FANTASTIC romantic comedy MISS DIAL this weekend
There are different kinds of loneliness. In “Miss Dial” Erica (Robinne Lee) works as a customer service rep from home, and rarely finds the time to escape the four walls of her apartment. She is typical of this era of virtual existence, a telecommuter who answers calls from disgruntled customers about a seemingly endless […]
Oscar watch: Why Ben Affleck’s ARGO is sweeping awards season in 2013
Out of an impressive crop of films this year, why did “Argo,” directed by Ben Affleck, win Best Picture and Best Director this year at the Golden Globes, Best Ensemble Cast at the Screen Actors Guild, Best Picture at the Producers Guild of America, not to mention the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Picture? “Argo” […]
HITCHCOCK the movie: A wicked fun take on the master of suspense
Movies lovers the world over know that Alfred Hitchcock was and is the master of suspense, but few know the details of his personal life. Movie lovers also know that “Psycho” set the standard for horror films as we know them today, but may not know that the story behind the making of it is […]
‘Les Miserables’: Screen adaptation of enduring classic is worthy of Oscar Buzz
It’s Oscar time at the movies, and that means important movies, serious performances, sweeping epics, and period pieces. It’s the time of year movie lovers who want films with substance relish. This year we are fortunate to have a bumper crop of great films that are also going gangbusters at the box office. The […]
In theaters Friday, November 16, 2012
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 2 This is the much-anticipated fourth installment of the “Twilight” saga, and the buzz is that it doesn’t disappoint! Head on over to Swanksavings.com to check out my friend Michelle’s review. Anna Karenina I am really looking forward to this one. I think it looks like a fantastic, romantic, […]
Finding a restaurant is fun with new Nara mobile app
How any times have you been in the mood for eating out, but had no idea where to eat? After debating about the usual places, you do a search, or several, then begin the painstaking task of clicking through a mind-boggling list of search results and restaurant reviews. Sometimes finding a great place to eat […]
The five greatest horror movies
Horror fans, this one’s for you. This list is recommended for adults and mature teens. Many might disagree with me about which films deserve to be on this shortlist of the five greatest horror films, but few would argue that these aren’t great films. These movies really set the standard for modern horror films, and […]
Three great date movies: ‘Salmon Fishing in the Yemen,’ ‘Chocolat,’ and ‘Casanova’
Parents, you deserve a break today. In fact, you deserve a date! So I’m suggesting three films that are great for couples to cozy up to one the kiddies are in bed. All three of these films are directed by Lasse Hallstrom, a Swedish master whose early work inspired me to get into filmmaking and […]
