Reviews and reflections on movies.
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 […]
100 Movies in 2020: #16, Junebug Families are complicated. In the 2005 movie Junebug, director Phil Morrison employs creative uses of stillness to convey the characters’ deep and poignant sense of loneliness. Release: 2005 Starring: Amy Adams, Embeth Davidtz, Alessandro Nivola, Celia Weston, Scott Wilson, Ben McKenzie. Directed by: Phil Morrison Screenplay: Angus MacLachlan Setup […]
