American Gigolo
American Gigolo holds a somewhat odd position in Paul Schrader’s career. The first two films he directed, Bue Collar and … Continue reading American Gigolo
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Reframe: Hedwig and the Angry Inch
As a rule, I do not like conventional musicals. If a character sings their every move on stage, it’s probably … Continue reading Reframe: Hedwig and the Angry Inch
What John Singleton Gave Us
John Singleton burst onto the scene like a thunderbolt in 1991 with his directorial debut, Boyz N The Hood, Spike … Continue reading What John Singleton Gave Us
…And Justice For All
When …And Justice For All was released on October 19, 1979, it was reasonably well received by critics and moviegoers. … Continue reading …And Justice For All
Peter Weir’s Fearless
Fearless is the best movie you’ve never seen. I’ve broken down in a movie theater only twice in my life. … Continue reading Peter Weir’s Fearless
Reframe: Out of Sight
It might be hard to remember that when Out of Sight came out almost 20 years ago to the day … Continue reading Reframe: Out of Sight
Reframe: The People vs. Larry Flynt
“Playboy is mockin’ you!” Those are the words spoken by Woody Harrelson as Larry Flynt as he explains to his … Continue reading Reframe: The People vs. Larry Flynt
Reframe: Philadelphia
When director Jonathan Demme’s Philadelphia was released in 1993, it was a watershed moment. As the first big studio film … Continue reading Reframe: Philadelphia
Bruno Ganz: The Angel Hits The Ground
Bruno Ganz was of Swiss descent, but he became a titan of German cinema. His film debut came all the … Continue reading Bruno Ganz: The Angel Hits The Ground
Reframe: High Fidelity
Earlier this year John Cusack made the novel decision to tour High Fidelity throughout the country, first with a screening … Continue reading Reframe: High Fidelity
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