‘Belfast’ Is Earnest Tribute to Home

‘Belfast’ Is Earnest Tribute to Home

By Alex McPherson Accessible and brimming with directorial skill, Sir Kenneth Branagh’s future awards hopeful, “Belfast,” is an affecting coming-of-age story set amidst civil conflict.... Details
Documentary ‘Ferguson Rises’ on PBS Nine Nov. 8 Preceded by Town Hall

Documentary ‘Ferguson Rises’ on PBS Nine Nov. 8 Preceded by Town Hall

The documentary, Ferguson Rises, shines a spotlight on the town that inspired a new global civil rights movement and chronicles a father’s journey as he grapples with the pain of losing a son. ... Details
Dull ‘Eternals’ Doesn’t Offer Anything Fresh in MCU Superhero World

Dull ‘Eternals’ Doesn’t Offer Anything Fresh in MCU Superhero World

By Lynn VenhausTrying to save the world shouldn’t be boring, but “Eternals” is one big giant yawn -- and easily the worst film in the... Details
‘The Beta Test’ Is Blistering Comedy

‘The Beta Test’ Is Blistering Comedy

By Alex McPherson Watching a nervous breakdown unfold has rarely been as fun as it is in Jim Cummings’ and PJ McCabe’s “The Beta Test.”... Details
Love Letter to Journalists, ‘The French Dispatch’ Is Too Much and Not Enough

Love Letter to Journalists, ‘The French Dispatch’ Is Too Much and Not Enough

By Lynn VenhausThink New Yorker meets Highlights for the literary geek chic. As a paean to print, “The French Dispatch” is a glorious reminder of... Details
Nostalgia Unleashed in ‘Last Night in Soho’

Nostalgia Unleashed in ‘Last Night in Soho’

By Alex McPherson A lusciously stylish descent into nostalgic madness, director Edgar Wright’s new film, “Last Night in Soho,” can’t match its technical brilliance with... Details
‘The French Dispatch’ Is An Extremely Rich, Tasty Concoction

‘The French Dispatch’ Is An Extremely Rich, Tasty Concoction

By Alex McPherson Wes Anderson’s “The French Dispatch” is an experience as eye-popping as it is utterly overwhelming. “The French Dispatch,” largely inspired by writers... Details
Halle Berry, Jennifer Hudson, Barry Jenkins and Anthony Anderson to be Honored at the 4th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema, TV

Halle Berry, Jennifer Hudson, Barry Jenkins and Anthony Anderson to be Honored at the 4th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema, TV

Presented by the Critics Choice Association on Monday, December 6 in Los Angeles The Critics Choice Association announced today select honorees for the annual Celebration... Details
Documentary ‘Becoming Cousteau’ Takes Deep Dive Into Icon’s Work

Documentary ‘Becoming Cousteau’ Takes Deep Dive Into Icon’s Work

By Lynn VenhausOceanographer Jacques-Yves Cousteau made underwater exploration his life’s passion. In his unmistakable red knit cap and sailing the intrepid vessel The Calypso, he... Details
‘American Underdog’ To Be Centerpiece Event at St. Louis International Film Festival

‘American Underdog’ To Be Centerpiece Event at St. Louis International Film Festival

Cinema St. Louis (CSL) is pleased to announce that the Centerpiece Event of the 30th Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF) — held... Details