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Cabrini: A Saint for All Seasons
It’s Easter Sunday, and it seems quite fitting to me to write this review today on “Cabrini,” a biopic wonderfully directed by Alejandro Monteverde. Cabrini
Dune Part Two: Will Three Be a Crowd?
Critic Debut of “Prodigal Son” Noah Davis “Dune: Part Two” thrusts us back into the sand-swept chaos of Arrakis, where the aftermath of House Atreides’
Dave’s Top 10 of 2023!
I am not making any AA predictions for best picture or any of the other categories because “The Academy” selections are so political now. If
Anatomy Of A Fall: Compelling Courtroo...
This French film won the “Palme d’Or” award at the Cannes Film Festival. The most compelling reason to see it is the AAW performance by
Maestro: Hits a Sour Note! (Netflix &#...
I greatly admired Leonard Bernstein, played in this film by Bradley Cooper. Being from New York and Jewish, Bernstein was one of my heroes! I
Poor Things: “Rich” in Man...
The more I reflect on “Poor Things,” the more I like it! As of now, it is my third-favorite film of the year! (First is
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Hostiles: Hope for the Human Race!
“Hostiles” is a magnificent film. Although I had never even heard of Scott Copper, the Writer/Director/Producer, I sure won’t miss his future films. This movie is definitely in my Top Three of 2017 and may even be my favorite! (My
The Post: A Battle for Freedom of the Press!
This film is a historical piece about government interference with freedom of the press in 1971. The movie has relevance now, due to the way the Trump administration is treating the press. It’s a straight-forward story which is well acted
Molly’s Game: Take a “Chance” on...
This movie is based on Molly Bloom’s memoir, “Molly’s Game.” Molly has a fascinating story which is well told by Writer/Director Aaron Sorkin. Jessica Chastain stars as Molly and actually looks very much like the real Molly Bloom. (See Tues.,
Mudbound: Netflix Original Movie!
I haven’t read the novel “Mudbound” by Hillary Jordan from which this film is adapted, but I’m sure it’s a terrific one. The movie, co-written and directed by Dee Rees, is a powerful and emotionally-compelling one with themes primarily involving
