This Week in Movies with Meaning
Reviews of "All That Breathes" and "Chrissy Judy," as well as a trifecta of Oscar coverage, are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network
A noble pursuit takes flight in ‘All That Breathes’
Lofty notions are often seen as impractical and unrealistic. And, indeed, they’re frequently looked upon as impossible to implement given their staggering requirements and essential commitment. But that’s not to say that they can’t be accomplished with the right amount of determination and a strong faith in the possibility of their fulfillment.
New February Movies on Frankiesense & More
Join yours truly and show host Frankie Picasso for five new movie reviews on the next edition of The Good Media Network's Frankiesense & More video podcast!
This Week in Movies with Meaning
Reviews of "Wildcat," "To Leslie" and "The Swimmers," along with a podcast preview, Oscar predictions, and looks at the best and worst movies of 2022, are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network
A Wild Time on The Cinema Scribe
Tune in for the latest Cinema Scribe segment on Bring Me 2 Life Radio, beginning Tuesday February 14
The Best and Worst of 2022 in Documentaries
In this third and final installment of my best and worst films of 2022, I present my list of choices in the year’s documentary films.
‘Wildcat’ opens the door to a new future
They say that, when one door closes, another one opens. That may be hard to envision, and even more difficult to see, at the time that predecessor portal slams shut. It can easily leave us disillusioned, bitter and hopeless. However, during these transitionary periods, it may take some time for that new entry way to open up.
This Week in Movies with Meaning
Reviews of “Till,” “Tár” and “Nothing Compares,” as well as a podcast preview and film festival recap, are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network
Wrapping Up the 2022 St. Louis Film Festival
The 31st annual edition of the Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival is now in the books, having featured an array of narrative, documentary and short films in theaters and online. Like the recently completed Chicago International Film Festival, the overall programming was a little less satisfying compared to past years, especially in its severe reduction of virtual offerings.
‘Nothing Compares’ looks at the perils of being ahead of one’s time
Being ahead of one’s time can be a dual-edged sword. On the plus side, it can get one noticed at a time of breaking new ground in a particular milieu. On the downside, however, it can get one scorned if these new ideas run counter to prevailing opinion. And, ironically, sometimes it can be both, creating a firestorm of controversy