Here’s a first: I rented the new, fourth and unfortunately last of Michael Winterbottom’s Trip series with the delectable Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon AND was enjoying it so intensely, I watched it in spurts in purpose. Their impersonations, singing, sound effects are so dizzying, their conversations so witty and fun, that why you would… Continue reading Coogan + Brydon=Bliss: A Trip to Greece
Author: Goldie
Aspiring writer who has retired from the institution of education. I've written plays, three of which have been performed both in Rochester NY and here in Sarasota FL. I also write stand up and obviously, film critique.
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Three (new films) for the Road (Couch): Arkansas, The Wrong Missy, & Deerskin
I’m slipping folks, between Covid 19 c blocking my movie theater experience and a new temp job, my review writing has gone out the window like a worn out mask. But here’s three new films I watched this week from the old couch or recliner: Arkansas: I’ve come to adore Vince Vaughn, in fact, gosh… Continue reading Three (new films) for the Road (Couch): Arkansas, The Wrong Missy, & Deerskin
He makes you work for it: Clint Eastwood’s Bird
I decided watching Bird from 1988 was a lot of work. And then I thought, wait, so was his most recent The Mule, as was Million Dollar Baby. Let’s face it, Clint is one of those Dad’s who made you do chores, lots of them. Written by Joel Oliansky, Bird is darkly lit, with many… Continue reading He makes you work for it: Clint Eastwood’s Bird
Extra Ordinary, How ‘Bout Above Average Ordinary
Extra Ordinary is the feature length directorial debut of the creative duo Mike Ahern and Enda Loughman. And while it wasn’t ‘extra’ (I love that term spoken in Uncut Gems by Julia Fox to describe “Howard” Adam Sandler), it was pretty original and entertaining. Here’s why: The dead pan jokes mostly landed….there were a few… Continue reading Extra Ordinary, How ‘Bout Above Average Ordinary
An A+ for Makowsky’s Bad Education
I love when I find a screenwriter who captures the essence of a story and without any fluff, builds a well told narrative. Well this week, Mike Makowsky’s Bad Education came out on HBO and Mr. Makowsky, you made high honor roll! Being a retired vet of the NYS Education’s Public School System, I can… Continue reading An A+ for Makowsky’s Bad Education
Shirkers, Halcyon Days
Shirkers is a 2018 documentary written and directed by Sandi Tan which made the short list for Oscars Best Docs of 2019. As much as I talk smack against Amanda of The Big Picture Podcast (mainly because she has not given Shia LaBouef nor Robert Pattinson the credit they deserve), I am blessed to have… Continue reading Shirkers, Halcyon Days
A Good Old Fashioned Orgy
If I can recommend one fun adult movie during these quarantine times, ‘ it’s A Good Old Fashioned Orgy written and directed by Alex Gregory and Peter Hyuck, a dynamic comedy duo also known for their work on Veep and King of the Hill. Rotten Tomatoes critics are pretty harsh at their 39% and this… Continue reading A Good Old Fashioned Orgy
Big Time Talent, Big Time Adolescence
Bravo Jason Orley! I liked the story you wrote called Big Time Adolescence and I liked your directing, too. Though I’m not surprised because I also enjoyed Pete Davidson’s comedy special which you also directed. You’re one sharp cookie! The story of Big Time Adolescence, a younger guy’s bromance with his big sister’s ex-boyfriend was… Continue reading Big Time Talent, Big Time Adolescence
Abe: Reality After the Mirage
For a day or two, Rotten Tomatoes had Abe at 100% and in Covid times, that’s like walking the desert and seeing a fountain up ahead. By the time I got to said fountain aka Abe, the RT rating was at a much more sensible 71%. And rightly so… Is the story of Abe excellent… Continue reading Abe: Reality After the Mirage
Surreal Times Call for Surreal Film: She’s Allergic to Cats: subtitle Kinky for Kinsky
Perfect for dog groomers or anyone in need of a far our cult film, this yum yum flick is for a night when you’re up to your neck in what the f’s hurled toward Covid19 frustrations. I do need to watch Carrie from 1978 which is heavily referenced, (not a Stephen King movie fan with… Continue reading Surreal Times Call for Surreal Film: She’s Allergic to Cats: subtitle Kinky for Kinsky