Movies The Visually Dazzling Alita: Battle Angel Might Have Been Written by Robots By Todd Jorgenson | 4 days ago James Cameron's big-screen adaptation of the Japanese manga is a dystopian adventure that amounts to a high-concept exercise in spectacle over substance.
Movies Erykah Badu Relished the Chance to Show Her Comedic Chops in What Men Want By Todd Jorgenson | 1 week ago In this gender-flipped remake of the 2000 Mel Gibson comedy, Badu brings her own eccentric vibe to a small but pivotal role as a pot-dealing psychic.
Movies The Lego Movie Sequel Is a Toy Story That Shoots Bricks By Todd Jorgenson | 1 week ago The construction isn’t as sturdy in this sequel to the delightful 2014 romp, which has already spawned two spinoffs in addition to this labored follow-up.
Movies Dallas Producer Hopes Missionary Biopic Highlights Message of Forgiveness By Todd Jorgenson | 2 weeks ago A faith-based drama about Australian missionary Graham Staines marks the debut film for Victor Abraham’s Skypass Entertainment.
Movies Why Peter Jackson’s New WWI Documentary Is Such a Vital Cinematic Document By Todd Jorgenson | 2 weeks ago It's a monumental achievement in film preservation and a powerful tribute to the courage and camaraderie of those along the front lines during the Great War.
Movies Gone Fishing: McConaughey Does McConaughey Things in Loopy Thriller Serenity By Todd Jorgenson | 3 weeks ago Despite some committed work from everyone's favorite Texas Longhorn fan, this saga of betrayal, revenge, PTSD, and deep-sea fishing struggles to stay afloat.
Movies Coogan and Reilly Turn Stan and Ollie Into a Playfully Nostalgic Salute By Todd Jorgenson | 3 weeks ago Benefiting from a pair of superb performances, the film functions best as an affectionate tribute to the legendary comedy duo.
Movies How a Dallas-Made Indie Thriller Unintentionally Gained Political Relevance By Todd Jorgenson | 1 month ago Rookie filmmaker Henry Dunham's exploration of gun culture, The Standoff at Sparrow Creek, has generated plenty of buzz on the festival circuit.
Movies Pardon My French: Why The Upside Is a Real Downer By Todd Jorgenson | 1 month ago This remake takes some crowd-pleasing source material and waters it down into a shallow redemption saga that feels more manipulative than life-affirming.
Movies How a Novelist’s Canine Companions Spawned a Prolific Movie Franchise By Todd Jorgenson | 1 month ago Bruce Cameron's lifelong love for dogs provided the inspiration for A Dog's Way Home, his second book to be adapted for the big screen.
Movies Bale Shoots and Scores as Dick Cheney in Political Satire Vice By Todd Jorgenson | 2 months ago Director Adam McKay's audacity doesn’t always pay off, but it effectively preaches to the choir in its proudly unflattering portrayal of George W. Bush’s vice president.
Movies Roberts Makes a Powerful Plea for Holiday Healing in Ben Is Back By Todd Jorgenson | 2 months ago This uneven yet heartfelt glimpse into the psychology of teenage drug addiction benefits from strong performances and a worthwhile message of parental love.
