I’m breaking my norm this week by reviewing a movie that was released last year but had no theatrical showings around here. I had the chance to […]
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‘The Greatest Hits’ doesn’t quite sing
In my not-writing life, I work in music. I studied music in college, I teach private lessons and I play out when I can. But even those […]
‘Self Reliance’ reminds us that we need others, with humor
One hundred years ago, Richard Connell’s short story “The Most Dangerous Game” was published in Collier’s magazine. Since then, there’s been no shortage of stories showing the […]
‘Maggie Moore(s)’ doesn’t work as a rom-com or a thriller
I have a unique name. Alise is in the bottom 2% of first names, so I rarely meet someone who shares my first name. It is unlikely […]
‘Quiz Lady’ is a safe bet for a fun time
This has been a banner year for comedic films starring women and I am here for it. We had “No Hard Feelings,” “Joy Ride” and “Bottoms,” all […]
‘Slotherhouse’ follows B-movie tradition of absurd fun
I’ve always loved when Stephen King writes about characters going to the Saturday matinees to watch hours of B-horror for a quarter. My first introduction to the […]
‘No One Will Save You’ solid alien thriller
I have never been someone who has been at a loss for words. In elementary school, my report card always had some version of “talks too much” […]
Disappointed in dystopian horror flick, ‘Jagged Mind’
One of my favorite genres of horror is dystopian horror, particularly when it forces me to rethink assumptions that I have about my life or to re-examine […]
‘Flamin’ Hot’ spins a deliciously inspirational tale
What’s a summer family barbecue spread without a couple bags of chips on the table to supplement the burgers, veggie tray and pasta salad? Snacks are a […]
‘Clock’ has too much going on in a short amount of time
When I was growing up, I didn’t think I wanted kids. I never particularly liked babysitting and I wasn’t someone that kids were naturally drawn to, so […]
