Written and Directed by: Steven LukeCast: Bates Wilder, Hiram A. Murray, Aaron Courteau Swift shot: Right off the bat, I have to confess that I co-wrote and produced the short film Tango Down which starred the incredibly talented Hiram Murray. I am supporting my friend and fellow Marine veteran here, because I know exactly how much of a bad ass he is. And, as I have stated … [Read more...] about The Great War
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The Kid
CHECK OUT OUR PODCAST EPISODE TOO! Directed by: Vincent D'OnofrioWritten by: Vincent D'Onofrio, Andrew LanhamCast: Jake Schur, Dane DeHaan, Ethan Hawke, Leila George, Chris Pratt, Adam Baldwin Swift shot: A western directed by Private Pyle, with a supporting role for Animal Mother, and Chris Pratt is the big bad. You have to see this movie. But if you are looking for a … [Read more...] about The Kid
1917
Directed by: Sam MendesWritten by: Sam Mendes, Krysty Wilson-CairnsCast: Dean-Charles Chapman, George MacKay Swift shot: The whole film is nearly one continuous shot, and it will stick with you forever. This is a story that perfectly complements Peter Jackson's They Shall Not Grow Old, as it centers on two Lance Corporals of the British Army on a desperate mission to call … [Read more...] about 1917
They Shall Not Grow Old
Directed by: Peter JacksonCast: The Men Swift shot: Peter Jackson is the biggest World War I buff to ever live, and it is remarkable how much of this film was able to happen because of his commitment to his obsession of The Great War. Every second of film is a testament to his dedication to the craft. Peter Jackson said his goal with They Shall Not Grow Old is to get … [Read more...] about They Shall Not Grow Old
Richard Jewell
Directed by: Clint EastwoodScreenplay by: Billy Ray, based on the 1997 Vanity Fair Article "American Nightmare"Cast: Sam Rockwell, Kathy Bates, Jon Hamm, Olivia Wilde, Paul Walter Hauser When does a film stop being entertainment and start becoming political manipulation? That’s the question running around in my head after seeing Clint Eastwood’s new film Richard Jewell. … [Read more...] about Richard Jewell
