‘Civil-War’ an Adrenaline Packed Cautionary Tale
By: Russ Matthews
Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Annihilation) may not be a name that’s familiar to many. Read more
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‘Freud’s Last Session’ – Atheist Meets Christian Apologist
By: Russ Matthews
The stage production of Freud’s Last Session by Mark St. Germain, based upon the book The Question of God by Armand Nicholi, is a fascinating consideration of the meeting of famed psychologist Sigmund Freud(Anthony Hopkins) and Christian apologist C. S. Lewis (Matthew Goode). Read more
‘Perfect Days’ Celebrates the Magic of the Everyday
By: Russ Matthews
Among the films nominated for Best International Feature Film at the 96th Academy Awards, one has set a new landmark for filmmaking. . Read more
Like a Big Panda Bear Hug: Kung Fu Panda 4
By: Russ Matthews
The longevity of this series relies heavily on the charisma of its lead character and the voice behind his furry exterior. Read more
Movie Review: ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’
By: Russ Matthews
The litmus test for devoted Ghostbuster fans would have to be, knowing what to say after hearing the lyric, “If there’s something strange in your neighbourhood, who you gonna call?” Read more
Leonard Bernstein’s Story Unfolds in ‘Maestro’
By: Russ Matthews and Christian Valenzuela
Only a handful of films over the past year have had such a singular vision behind them that the end product ebbs and flows like a beautiful composition crafted by a passionate and complex composer. Read more
Determination and Redemption in True Story ‘The Great Escaper’
By: Russ Matthews
One of the proud aspects of growing up with a grandfather who fought in World War II was knowing how his service defined many aspects of his life and our family. Read more
Academy Awards 2024 Nominations and Predictions
By: Russ Matthews
During 2024, the two big events that impacted cinemas were Barbenheimer and the Writers/Actors strike. Read more
‘Bob Marley: One Love’ will Appeal to Fans of the Rastafari Star
By: Russ Matthews
When people say the name Bob Marley, most may know his music, while many would be able to connect with the legend that he left behind. Read more
Is ‘Argylle’ the Next Spy Franchise?
By: Russ Matthews
There are mixed emotions when a new spy comes onto the scene, especially with the inevitable comparison to James Bond. Read more