Reviews and reflections about movies, screenplays, and books.
30 May 2020 A hot and bright day by the lake. Youngest went swimming, though the lake is freezing. I dunked my feet, which was as far in as I cared to get, but I did read half a book in the shade of the porch. Quesadillas for dinner, followed by Thor Ragnarok, which we’ve […]
100 Movies in 2020: #17, The Shape of Water Like a painting, The Shape of Water is visually arresting. It’s also difficult to articulate what makes the film to compelling. Those are the facts about this magical, elusive, unforgettable film that I can wrap my hands around. Release: 2017 Starring: Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, Octavia […]
I’m on a mission to become a better storyteller in 2020 by studying 100 movies, 50 screenplays, and 25 women’s fiction books in 2020. I write a brief review that identifies a key writing tip or technique fiction writers and screenwriters can use in their own projects. I’ll update this post semi-monthly so you can […]
