At this year’s Toronto International Film festival, one of the more emotional nights was the evening where WHAT DOESN’T KILL YOU premiered. The movie is the life story of actor/director Brian Goodman, and while it might well remind you of another movie or two you’ve seen lately, that doesn’t make it any less potent or…
Here We Go Again
Just yesterday I mentioned that award season was upon us. Well, right on cue, The Independent Spirit Award nominees were announced today. As an Oscar forcaster, they provide a small bit of insight – but precious little (NO DIRECTION HOME led last year’s nominee list and went on to be completely snubbed by The Academy).…
Missed the Boat
Around this time last week, I feigned shock upon hearing that some fellow movie lovers hadn’t seen titles that I consider “essential viewing”. Even today, I was stunned to learn that a fellow cinephile had never seen IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. I’m sure in every case, these titles are, as I always say, “on the…
What a Wonderful World
For anyone in the Toronto area looking for a bit of Cinematic Christmas Spirit this December, I’d highly reccomend The Bloor Cinema’s annual Holiday Movie. If you’re a member, the screening is free. If you aren’t a member, you can become a member at the door for a mere three dollars. They serve free cookies,…
The End is The Beginning is The End
Looking out on to my balcony at the sight of festive lights twinkling on a stormy night, I’m of course reminded of the fact that the year is rapidly drawing to a close. While this means a lighter wallet, and a busier schedule, it also makes the movie geek in me joyful since it’s a…
AUSTRALIA
What has become of the epic?
Sexy Back
Y’know, I really do enjoy Entertainment Weekly. I enjoy it so much in fact that I continue to dish out cash for a copy, even when everything in it – and more – is available on their website. Why do I do it? Let’s say five parts habit, three parts loyalty, and two parts financial…