Penelope Cruz is Oscar bound for her role in ‘Parallel Mothers’

 Synopsis: The story of two mothers who give birth the same day. Director: Pedro Almodovar Stars: Penelope Cruz, Milena Smit, Israel Elejalde I like Pedro Almodovar. How can you not? He is arguably the most internationally acclaimed Spanish filmmaker. His films are brilliant. Last year, one of the biggest Academy

Damien Power’s “No Exit” will have you ask who can you trust?

 Synopsis: During a blizzard and stranded at an isolated highway rest stop in the mountains, a college student discovers a kidnapped child hidden in a car belonging to one of the people inside. Director: Damien Power Stars: Havana Rose Liu, Danny Ramirez, Dennis Haysbert Watch the review: Watch the movie

Snuggle up and watch a movie this frosty Valentine’s Day

 I love Valentine’s Day because love and romance are beautiful things, but I also don’t think you should wait or be told when to be nice to that special person in your life. Here are some movie suggestions for the ‘big day’. Nothing says romance like coming off a Super

Get your amateur sleuth on with Branagh’s ‘Death on the Nile’

 Synopsis: While on vacation on the Nile, Hercule Poirot must investigate the murder of a young heiress. Director: Kenneth Branagh Stars: Gal Gadot, Archie Hammer, Kenneth Branagh, Dawn French Watch the trailer:

J-Lo and Owen Wilson’s ‘Marry Me’ is perfect for Valentine’s Day

 Synopsis: Music superstars Kat Valdez and Bastian are getting married before a global audience of fans. But when Kat learns, seconds before her vows, that Bastian has been unfaithful, she decides to marry Charlie, a stranger in the crowd, instead. Director: Kat Coiro Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson Watch the

15 films to check out during Black History Month . . . or any time!

 Happy Black History Month! Do you remember? . . .  It was a year ago . . . I gave you a list of 13 films that you could watch during Black History Month. It’s ok if you don’t remember because here is my 2021 list, Black History Month film recommendations. Well,

Director Sean Baker is the master of interesting characters

 Synopsis: Mikey Saber is a washed-up porn star who returns to his small Texas hometown, not that anyone really wants him back. Director: Sean Baker Stars: Simon Rex, Bree Elrod, Suzanna Son Ever since I saw The Florida Project I knew that every time Sean Baker released a film I

Pam & Tommy peels back layers of the 90s celebrity relationship

 Synopsis: Set in the Wild West early days of the Internet, Pam & Tommy is based on the incredible true story of the Pamela Anderson (Lily James, Yesterday) and Tommy Lee (Sebastian Stan, The Falcon & the Winter Soldier) sex tape. Stolen from the couple’s home by a disgruntled contractor (Seth Rogen,

Movie review: The Matrix Resurrections

 Synopsis: Return to a world of two realities: one, everyday life; the other, what lies behind it. To find out if his reality is a construct, to truly know himself, Mr. Anderson will have to choose to follow the white rabbit once more. Director: Lana Wachowski Stars: Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne

Movie review: West Side Story

 Synopsis: An adaptation of the 1957 musical, West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds. Director: Steven Spielberg Stars: Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez Do you think Steven Spielberg has a checklist?

Review: Hawkeye

 Check out Keith Whittier’s review of the new Avengers series from Marvel that is available on Disney+ Synopsis: Series based on the Marvel Comics superhero Hawkeye, centering on the adventures of Young Avenger, Kate M. Bishop, who took on the role after the original Avenger, Clint Barton: Director: Bert, Bernie,

Movie review: Ghostbusters Afterlife

 Watch the review to find out why this Ghostbusters reboot is a must-see movie! Synopsis: When a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. Director: Jason Reitman Stars: Finn

Movie review: Tick, Tick… Boom!

 Watch the review to find out why Keith Whittier gives this homage to the late Jonathan Larson a B+. Synopsis: On the cusp of his 30th birthday, a promising young theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressures of life as an artist in New York City. Director: Lin Manuel Miranda

Movie review: King Richard

 Will Smith delivers a brilliant performance as the father of American tennis royalty, Venus and Serena Williams.  Synopsis: A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after the coaching from their father Richard Williams. Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green Stars: Will Smith, Jon Bernthal, Aunjanue Ellis,

Movie review: Eternals

 Watch Keith Whittier’s spoiler-free review of Marvel’s latest release! Synopsis: The saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations. Director: Chloe Zhao Stars: Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Salma Hayek, Angelina Jolie Watch the movie trailer: