Now Playing: Deep ‘Inside’
I was recently speaking with a friend of mine who criticized the Coen brothers’ films for being too “on the nose.” “So what?” I said. “That’s the whole point!” Their new ‘Insid...
Author Archives: Jack Lilburn
Now Playing: Cheers for ‘Years’
For those of us who’d like to pretend that we live in a post-racial America, director Steve McQueen’s ’12 Years a Slave’ serves as a stark reminder of the horrifying wounds of slavery –wounds that, even 150...
Now Playing: Redford Adrift
Is it possible to respect, but not like, a film? If so, director J.C. Chandor’s ‘All Is Lost’ would seem to be a case study. It’s an ambitious undertaking – a tense tale of survival with nearly no dialogue....
Weekend Box Office: That’s a Spicy Meatball!
Animation was once again king at the box office this weekend. Meanwhile, two major awards contenders made disappointing debuts.
Weekend Movies: Falling Food, Fast Cars, Faustian Dating
It looks as though the Hollywood studios hope to counter the usual September box office slump with a slew of high profile releases this week. In addition to a heavyweight CG-animated sequel, there’s a major awards contender,...
Weekend Box Office: Going Dark…
[Editor’s Note: Luke is out this week. Filling in with the box office update is our new contributor Jack Lilburn. Please give him a warm welcome. –JZ]