As my twelve dedicated readers (hi, Mom!) will remember, this movie was one of my “Faves of 2013.” Like The Spectacular Now, which Alex reviewed yesterday, it rises above the conventions of its genre to deliver an emotionally honest, character-driven story. Having re-watched it just now, I’m glad that I put it on the list.…
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 You know what yesterday was? The Ides of March! So, let’s all just pretend that I’m being super timely and relevant, instead of just a little obscure with an obvious filler article. For those of you who don’t know, the Ides of March mark the day when…
It’s my 100th post, you guys! That…that is a lot of writing. That is a lot of bad movies and/or television shows. I must love what I do or something. SPEAKING of things that I love, I’m going full self-indulgent here and reviewing my favorite movie OF ALL TIMEThe Fall (2006), directed by Tarsem Singh. Baddie…
If this week’s serving is just an appetizer, then we’re in for one hell of a season. “Sakizuki” is Hannibal at its best–both lean and sumptuous. Every scene has purpose, but it’s all so twisted and beautiful. Also, pretty sure my heart stopped a few times. Le quois? Sakizuki (n): an appetizer similar to the…
This week on Justified… Raylan and Boyd finally had a scene together. Granted, they only exchange one line each, but it’s still nice to see them on camera at the same time. It all begins when Boyd finally makes it back to Kentucky from his two-episode foray down Mexico way. Hallelujah, right? So yes, he…
Rooster Illusion is a speeding bullet. Where’s it going? Who’s taking the hit? The future, that’s who. Today brings us one step closer to making grisly contact with tomorrow’s smug face. “What’s so special about today?” you ask your cat. “Why the gun metaphor? That seems…weird.” Your cat has no answers, but Rooster Illusion does.…
Those of you who read my post last week know that I had a little poll at the end of my article. For review (in case you didn’t participate and/or read my post) it was “Who is our new impact character for the rest of the season?” Well the results are in… and after a…
