Movies

Sieger on Songs: Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul
Sieger on Songs

Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul

So much great music in this documentary. And then there is Ms. Simone. Wow.

Oscar Films: The Surprise Pick for Best Picture
Oscar Films

The Surprise Pick for Best Picture

‘Drive My Car’ is an intriguing mystery, both as a film and an Oscar pick.

Oscar Films: ‘The Lost Daughter’ Is a Slow Burner
Oscar Films

‘The Lost Daughter’ Is a Slow Burner

Well crafted and thoughtfully naturalistic, but too slow, despite its nominations.

Oscar Film: The Academy Awards’ Hateful Eight
Oscar Film

The Academy Awards’ Hateful Eight

To trim the show’s length, eight awards won’t be presented in prime time. That’s a mistake.

Oscar Films: ‘Tragedy of Macbeth’ Robbed Of Nominations
Oscar Films

‘Tragedy of Macbeth’ Robbed Of Nominations

Should have gotten best picture, best actress nods. And what a performance by Denzel Washington.

Oscar Films: ‘West Side Story’ Deserves Bigger Audience
Oscar Films

‘West Side Story’ Deserves Bigger Audience

It’s a great film, with seven Oscar nods but should have gotten eight.

Oscar Films: Poor Poor Princess Diana
Oscar Films

Poor Poor Princess Diana

The film ‘Spencer’ is beautiful but silly. And Kristen Stewart is a weak choice for best actress.

Oscar Films: So Many Choices for Supporting Actress
Oscar Films

So Many Choices for Supporting Actress

Even getting down to top five picks isn’t easy.

Oscar Films: Nightmare Alley Is Over Hyped
Oscar Films

Nightmare Alley Is Over Hyped

A disappointment for a fine director, but might still get some Oscar nods.

Oscar Films: ‘Being the Ricardos’ Is Intriguing, But…
Oscar Films

‘Being the Ricardos’ Is Intriguing, But…

A plot-heavy mishmash, with strong performances by Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem.

Oscar Films: ‘The Power of the Dog’ Bites Deep
Oscar Films

‘The Power of the Dog’ Bites Deep

Jane Campion’s film demands close attention and deserves awards.

Film: Local Filmmakers Shooting Screwball Crime Caper
Film

Local Filmmakers Shooting Screwball Crime Caper

Milwaukee filmmakers are fundraising to finish their indie flick.