Director/Writer: Dan Fogelman (Please be sure to read our interview with Dan in Chicago) Limacher Low Down: I wasn’t quite sure what to expect when I went into Danny Collins, but I knew that the cast should more than hold its own. I was pleasantly surprised, when the end credits rolled. I had a smile on my face and songs stuck in my head. The overall feel and tone of the … [Read more...] about Danny Collins
Drama
McFarland, USA
Directed by: Niki Caro Cast: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Carlos Pratts, Morgan Saylor, Martha Higareda, Valente Rodriguez, Vanessa Martinez, Chris Ellis, Johnny Ortiz, Hector Duran, Sergio Avelar, Michael Aguero, Rafael Martinez and Ramiro Rodriguez I love a good underdog story. Also like a great sports story. If you combine the two and base it on true events I like it even … [Read more...] about McFarland, USA
Maps to the Stars
“Do you know what Hell is? A world without narcotics.” The H-Bomb: There was a time when I considered David Cronenberg to be one of my top three favorite filmmakers. Much like my other favorite director named David, he makes dark, challenging films that are provocative, disturbing, and at times just downright disgusting. Ten years ago, I would have sworn that Cronenberg … [Read more...] about Maps to the Stars
Whiplash
“There are no two words in the English language more harmful than ‘good job.’” The H-Bomb: Andrew Neimann (Miles Teller) is an aspiring jazz drummer attending a prestigious music academy in NYC. He has raw talent and youthful determination, all he needs is a break. One day, after hearing a bit of what Andrew can do, the school’s most respected teacher, Terrence Fletcher … [Read more...] about Whiplash
The Humbling
"Hemingway must have had longer arms." Swift shot: Acting must be a hell of a drug, and even the most mundane people may suffer from dementia or Alzheimer's, but when an actor loses his grip on reality - the torture to the soul is almost unbearable. At least, that is what I was hoping for when I started watching this film. That wasn't what was conveyed, sadly. Al … [Read more...] about The Humbling
