M. Emmet Walsh
The term “character actor” is one lined with pitfalls and potentially negative connotations. After all, aren’t all actors playing characters? … Continue reading M. Emmet Walsh
Author: David E Phillips
Scarface
Scarface, Brian De Palma’s nearly three-hour reach for epic-level greatness is seldom talked about as an actual film anymore. The … Continue reading Scarface
Richard Lewis
During the peak of his fame, I wasn’t much of a fan of comedian Richard Lewis. That’s not because I … Continue reading Richard Lewis
Kiss the Future
Unfortunately, there has been no shortage of documentaries over the years depicting the war torn, hallowed out portions of countries … Continue reading Kiss the Future
The Zone of Interest
We all do it. We put up walls around us to give us a sense of safety and security. For … Continue reading The Zone of Interest
Griselda
The story of Griselda Blanco has already been covered well by the outstanding Billy Corben-directed documentaries Cocaine Cowboys and Cocaine … Continue reading Griselda
Carl Weathers
While I would not want to simplify the film career of the mighty Carl Weathers down to one role, let’s … Continue reading Carl Weathers
The Greatest Night in Pop
The Greatest Night in Pop, Netflix’s telling of the behind the scenes story of how the most successful benefit song … Continue reading The Greatest Night in Pop
U2 at the Sphere
Count me among the dubious when my favorite band decided to return to the stage at a new arena called … Continue reading U2 at the Sphere
Society of the Snow
The most obvious question to be asked any time a story that has already been filmed before is made again … Continue reading Society of the Snow
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