Movies
‘The Wife’ and the Best Actresses
Several strong nominees but Glenn Close’s performance in 'The Wife' stands out.
Feb 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Roma’ Is a Masterpiece
But will its origin via Netflix doom its chances of winning Academy’s favor?
Feb 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Despite Naysayers, ‘Green Book’ Is a Treat
Two great acting performances and the story’s often subtle about black-white divisions.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
My ‘Favourite’ Royal Costume Drama
'Mary, Queen of Scots' is far less satisfying than 'The Favourite’. The reasons are many.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Vice’ Is Short on Virtues
Great makeup artistry, but not comic enough to be comedy or deep enough for drama.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Airplane!’ Creator Returns for Fundraiser
Shorewood native David Zucker will be joined by actor Robert Hays, who starred in movie.
Apr 16th, 2018 by Jim Cryns
Who Will Win the Oscars?
A rundown with reviews of top movies.
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Wonder’ Is Not So Wondrous
Story about child with deformed face depends on stereotypes — and Julia Roberts.
Feb 20th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Could Horror Film Grab Oscars?
Jordan Peele’s 'Get Out’ is a horror thriller with sly commentary on racial relations.
Feb 16th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Western That Wanted Oscars
‘Hostiles” was touted as “best western since ‘Unforgiven.’” Dead wrong.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Molly’s Game’ Is a Fast-Paced Romp
Director-writer Aaron Sorkin, actress Jessica Chastain propel high-stakes poker world.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Day-Lewis Haunting in ‘Phantom Thread’
And writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson is his brilliantly perverse accomplice.
Feb 6th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
