Note: I don’t remember watching the TV series “21 Jump Street”, so this review is based on the movie. The year is 2007. Schmidt (Jonah Hill) is a smart, yet unpopular, Eminem wannabe who has no luck with the ladies (his attempt to score a date for the prom fails miserably). Jenko (Channing Tatum) is the opposite, a dumb popular jock. Both have … [Read more...] about 21 Jump Street
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Jeff, Who Lives at Home
The "Signs" are everywhere . . . I had seen literally no previews for this film, which is the way I like it, so I had no idea what to expect. There was a bit of a delay getting the movie started, so I was listening to other conversations in the press section, and someone said this film was done by the same team that did Cyrus. I hated Cyrus, I didn't even post a … [Read more...] about Jeff, Who Lives at Home
Seeking Justice
"The Hungry Rabbit . . ." Swift shot: Whenever I watch a Nicolas Cage movie I always wonder which guy is gonna show up, is he going to take the quirky route, is he really going to immerse himself in his character, or is he just cashing a paycheck? Seeking Justice is one of those films that he really tries to make his character believable. He plays Will Gerard, a high … [Read more...] about Seeking Justice
Delicacy
Review by Alyn Darnay Directed by: Stephane & David Foenkinos Cast: Audrey Tautou, François Damiens, Pio Marmaï So if I wanted to make a lightweight, semi-comic, romantic film and I lived in France, the only actress I’d use is Audrey Tautou. You should remember her as that sweet fey faced beauty from Amélie (2001), The Da Vinci Code (2006), and Coco Before Chanel (2009). … [Read more...] about Delicacy
The Diary of Anne Frank – a BKS Production
Swift shot: I know, I don't normally review theatre - I am more a theater guy - still, when I was given the opportunity to watch these young actors perform, I just couldn't say no. Being a performer, on any level, is not easy, to some it comes naturally, and others have to work at their craft. Some scripts are easier than others, some roles fit you better, and … [Read more...] about The Diary of Anne Frank – a BKS Production
