Movies

So how did you spend your time during lockdown? Did you watch old movies? Look for comedies to distract you from the worries of reality? Maybe you rewatched some old favorites, such as Young Frankenstein or Blazing Saddles? Or maybe you looked for some old television shows like Get Smart…

Now that the nice weather is upon us and you’re likely heading outdoors, you may not be inclined to think about more movie streaming or watching. But do yourself a favor and check out some brand new (and under-the-radar) films that are becoming available soon. First, the mainstream offering: Here…

By now, many of us have lost count of the number of boring, mainstream movies we’ve watched during the pandemic, so much so that we may lose our desire to head back to theaters when they eventually re-open. But before you lose your movie mojo, you need to learn about…

The British documentary filmmaker Adam Curtis once said, “Documentaries shouldn’t just reflect the world: they should try and explain why reality is like it is.” If that’s the case, then two recent documentaries featuring older adults reveal a duality of what aging is like in this day and age. On…

With a new year upon us, many will likely welcome fresh distractions for engagement and entertainment. With movie theaters, concert halls and most other performance venues still closed to audiences, that likely means investigating the viewing options available in your own home- either on the television, computer or Kindle. Fortunately,…

While few of us are likely to be heading back to movie houses anytime soon, that doesn’t mean we need to be denied the opportunity to see great new films- especially films that are geared toward those of us looking beyond animation, superheroes, or science fiction. And there happen to…