Remembering John Hughes

hughesjDirector John Hughes hadn’t been on my mind for quite some time. My insanely large DVD collection is stocked with his complete collection of films, and I never hesitate to tune in whenever a Brat Pack movie comes on HBO …

(500) Days of Summer Gets a Music Video

This summer has seen two quirky romantic films — both with somewhat depressing endings — bucking the trend of horrendous action blockbusters. Adam and (500) Days of Summer explore the idea that love doesn’t always conquer all. While Adam is …

4 Films for 4th of July

That firecracker of a holiday, Independence Day, is nearly upon us. And what better way to celebrate the 4th of July then by watching a few great films. That is of course, if you can take time away from blowing …

Films for an Unemployed Journalist

New York’s Film Forum recently held a festival of Great Depression era films highlighting Hollywood’s foray into entertainment during the 1930s. Offerings were varied, ranging from Spencer Tracy’s film “Man’s Castle” to Walt Disney’s “The Three Little Pigs.” Not having …

Keira Knightley Gets Beaten Up, Thankfully

Just when you thought it was safe to go to the movies, director Joe Wright delivers a frightening public service announcement featuring his "Pride and Prejudice" star Keira Knightley. The PSA is set to screen before films in UK movie theaters while a shortened version will hit British television sets April 6th...

South Pacific Shines on Blu-Ray

The last time I screened the film adaptation of Broadway’s “South Pacific,” I was enlisted in the U.S. Air Force serving in the Pacific. With no Japanese war looming, the movie acted more as a nostalgic look backwards, painted with warm pastels that starkly contrasted anything seen around my military base at the time. It was escapism at its best...