Movie reviews started my freelance career many years ago. My main criteria is basic: does the movie entertain me, hold my attentio..
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Old-fashioned dark comedy fun with a kick - and the next great dog star introduced!
Published on 2007-12-17 23:27:00
I confess, I am a David Hewlett fan ("McKay" is one of my favorite characters of all time), also I'm a Stargateophile (gatephiliac?) and pretty serious fanatic, however, I don't automatically and blindly "love" everything out just because it's attached to Stargate, either SG-1 or Atlantis. I like to think I have an independent mind to some extent. A Dog's Breakfast sounded like a cute project, and I enjoyed reading the Hewlett "dgeek" blog and watching the squirrels (his self-named fans) spin an
Starship Troopers: Interplanetary Bugs Make For Space Camp
Published on 2007-05-27 15:31:00
This is a film I only watched by chance--I thought it was something else. Here is one of those flicks you won't believe anyone would really enjoy. Also, I think you may have to be a little different in the sense of humor department, but I qualify proudly in that area. The story goes like this ... once upon a time in the future there is a world where, to be a citizen, you must do a stint in the government military. From there you are able to go into a career, or choose to stay in the service. One
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington: Mr. Stewart in a gentler time
Published on 2007-05-27 15:21:00
Capra's classic film is from a time where ideals and standing on moral principles were clearcut, and less complicated. It reflected a wholesomeness and faith in right and wrong that is, sadly, quite blurred these days.Capra is a legend for a reason. This film is a good example of his winning touch, and the way he not only allows his actors to shine, but he lets the actors present the story in an effective way - without any heavy handedness. Stewart, Arthur, and Rains shine.Watching Jimmy Stewart
