Grandma
Grandma is a bare-bones indie that will likely appeal to those in the artier crowd who like a simple, dialogue-driven movie and the acerbic wit of Lily Tomlin. The veteran…
The Gift
This film seemed to fly under the radar for me. But it really shouldn't have. It is a very creepy and very well-done psychological thriller. Written and directed by and…
Ricki and the Flash
I had to see this flick, cause you know -- Meryl. And there was also Dr. Noah Drake, I mean Rick Springfield of "Jessie's Girl" fame. How bad could it…
American Ultra
I’m not sure what this movie was trying to be but it’s a hot mess. Here’s how it was pitched: "American Ultra is a fast-paced action comedy about Mike [Jesse…
The End of the Tour
The End of the Tour is not a biopic so much as an homage to a great writer who killed himself relatively young. In the film David Foster Wallace (Jason…
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. is a thoroughly entertaining spy romp that feels like a throwback to 1960s-era television, which makes perfect sense considering the movie is based on the television…
Infinitely Polar Bear
Quite possibly the worst title for a movie lately, Infinitely Polar Bear is nonetheless a decent little flick. The unfortunate title comes from a child misnaming her father's bi-polar disorder,…
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation is a thoroughly engaging and entertaining ride, providing just the right mix of drama, special effects, and story to satisfy the 'summer movie' crowd… even…