‘The Teachers’ Lounge’ is a Nerve-Shredding, Ambiguous Drama

‘The Teachers’ Lounge’ is a Nerve-Shredding, Ambiguous Drama

By Alex McPherson A taut, stressful, and grimly compelling watch with lots on its mind, director Ilker Çatak’s “The Teachers’ Lounge” resonates long after the... Details
Masterful Turn by Kingsley Ben-Adir In Disjointed ‘Bob Marley: One Love’

Masterful Turn by Kingsley Ben-Adir In Disjointed ‘Bob Marley: One Love’

By Lynn Venhaus As good as Kingsley Ben-Adir is portraying the reggae icon in “Bob Marley: One Love,” the movie’s script fails to hit the... Details
Disappointing Spy Adventure ‘Argylle’ Is No ‘Kingsman’

Disappointing Spy Adventure ‘Argylle’ Is No ‘Kingsman’

By Alex McPherson Layered with twist upon twist adding up to not much at all, director Matthew Vaughn’s “Argylle” is a plodding spy adventure that... Details
All-Star Ensemble Has Fun in Light-Hearted Spy Thriller ‘Argylle’

All-Star Ensemble Has Fun in Light-Hearted Spy Thriller ‘Argylle’

By Stephe RavenWriter’s block. Hmm. Many of us have experienced this when under a deadline. And our heroine Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard) starts off with it. She writes... Details
‘The Zone of Interest’ Focuses on the Evil of Apathy During WWII Holocaust

‘The Zone of Interest’ Focuses on the Evil of Apathy During WWII Holocaust

By Lynn VenhausA film as necessary for this time and throughout the ages, “The Zone of Interest” is a chilling look back at how Germans... Details
Ariana DeBose Stars in Solid Space Thriller ‘I.S.S.’

Ariana DeBose Stars in Solid Space Thriller ‘I.S.S.’

By Alex McPhersonA lean, claustrophobic thrill ride, director Gabriela Cowperthwaite’s “I.S.S.” can’t quite make the most of its premise, but satisfies as an enjoyably paranoid... Details
‘Oppenheimer’ Wins 8, with 4 for ‘The Bear’ and ‘Beef’ at CCA Awards

‘Oppenheimer’ Wins 8, with 4 for ‘The Bear’ and ‘Beef’ at CCA Awards

The Critics Choice Association (CCA) announced the winners of the 29th annual Critics Choice Awards live on The CW. Hosted by Chelsea Handler, the star-studded gala... Details
Lynn’s Best Films of 2023

Lynn’s Best Films of 2023

By Lynn Venhaus I admit it. I was skeptical of the whole 'Barbenheimer" match-up that same week in July. But you know what? It worked... Details
Alex McPherson – Top 10 Films of 2023

Alex McPherson – Top 10 Films of 2023

By Alex McPherson Here’s a list of my favorite movies of 2023, posted fashionably late. 10. "Barbie" Let’s be honest here. If you’re reading this,... Details
Powerful ‘The Color Purple’ Soars As Soulful, Spirited Movie Musical

Powerful ‘The Color Purple’ Soars As Soulful, Spirited Movie Musical

By Lynn Venhaus A strong sense of community, sisterhood and triumph over adversity runs through the big, splashy movie musical adaptation of “The Color Purple.”... Details