‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Faces Lion-Sized Expectations [Movie Review]
By: Russ Matthews
The Lion King was a revelation for audiences in 1994, between the musical score, visual effects and the family-friendly storyline. Read more
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It’s Back to Middle Earth in ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’
By: Russ Matthews
Since the release of Peter Jackson’s epic trilogy of J. R. R. Tolkien’s epic series of The Lord of the Rings, studios have been trying to tap into the magical lore of this vast array of worlds and characters. Read more
“A Marvellous, Joyous Experience” – ‘Wicked’ Movie Review
By: Russ Matthews
In 2003, Winnie Holzman’s book Wicked, based on the characters in L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, became a Broadway production. Read more
‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ a Holiday Must-See
By: Russ Matthews
For teachers, there is a vindication of the classic children’s literature of the past, when it becomes source material for a modern cinematic release. Read more
Saoirse Ronan Tugs the Heartstrings in Wartime Flick, ‘Blitz’
By: Michael Walsh
British director Steve McQueen (not to be confused with the famed actor of the same name) is no stranger to historical epics. Read more
‘Ghostlight’ a Beautiful Film Worth Discovering
By: Russ Matthews
Finding solace within the shadow of tragedy can come in different packages throughout the seasons of life. Read more
Megalopolis: Francis Ford Coppola’s Artistic Adventure
By: Russ Matthews
When one of the most celebrated director’s in cinematic history, Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather), decides he wants his vision to come to life, there are few to argue with his wishes. Read more
Mentorship Forges People Together
By: Russ Matthews
Have you heard the proverb, Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another? Read more
A Pre-Teen Quest of Self Discovery in ‘Scarygirl’
By: Russ Matthews
The energetic and inventive character Arkie (Jillian Nguyen) is from the imaginative mind of artist Nathan Jurevicius, and has been in the works for over 15 years. She is finally brought to life in cinemas in Scarygirl. Read more
‘Transformers One’ Proves the Longevity of the Autobots Franchise
By: Russ Matthews
Did you know that the fanbase for Transformers is called Transfans? Read more