The quick rise & fall of talented British singer Amy Winehouse is told through home video clips, interviews & songs– from her teen years to her alcoholic death at age 27.
Boyz n The Hood (1991)
Two black brothers and their friend in the hood are in danger from drugs & violence, with the father of one of them trying to teach his son right from wrong.
Gemma Bovery (2014)
A randy old baker in Normandy tells the tragic story of a new neighbor’s lovely but adulterous wife as viewed through the lens of Flaubert’s MADAME BOVARY.
The End of the Tour (2015)
A Rolling Stone reporter spends 5 days with a noted author. His interview is not published, it forms the basis of a book after the writer commits suicide.
Straight Outta Compton (2015)
Yes, the movie is full of R-rated language, BUT this true story is so compelling and timely that I recommend the film. Click the image to read my entire review.
Shaun the Sheep Movie (2015)
When Shaun & his fellow sheep set out to find the Farmer after they accidentally send him in a runaway trailer to the Big City, they overcome many dangers.
American Ultra (2015)
American Ultra should add Violence to its title in this tale about a young WV stoner unaware that a past CIA experiment turned him into a super killer.
Mission Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)
Ethan Hunt & friends battle to save the world from the super secret Syndicate, taking them to Chechnya, Morroco, Vienna, and London. Lots of thrills.
Ricki and the Flash (2015)
I’m impressed with this tale of an aging rock musician reuniting with her family in a moment of crisis. (4 of 5 stars) Click the image to read my entire review.
The Year of Living Dangerously (1982)
A green journalist from Australia in Jakarta is mentored by a Eurasian dwarf photographer & is changed from career-obsession to caring for the poor.