With several callbacks to a favored genre of mine – the Agatha Christie-inspired murder-mystery, Knives Out is a personal standout for 2019. It was definitely a favorite of my LFF 2019 experience.
[Read more…]A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: A Review
I love Mister Rogers. Yes I know, hardly a controversial statement. Like millions across this great land, he was a vital part of my growing up.
I also really like Tom Hanks (also not controversial) and I gaze upon the career he has had with the utmost respect.
Mix those two together and what could possibly go wrong?
[Read more…]BFI London Film Festival 2019 – My 1st Time!
Initially, the plan was to include my adventures at my first BFI London Film Festival as part of a wrap up of what turned out to be a rather eventful October. But I changed my mind. So, over this and the next few posts, I will lay out some of the hits (and misses) from the films that I saw.
First, let me share a summary of my general impressions of the festival overall.
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