Tag Archive for: Russ Matthews

An Easter Gift – ‘The Chosen: Last Supper’ in Cinemas

By: Russ Matthews

The Chosen series has taken the world by storm with a story that dates back over two centuries and is beloved by millions of Christians throughout history. Read more

‘Flow’ is an “Artistic Gem That Dazzles the Senses”

By: Russ Matthews

The world was introduced to Gints Zilbalodis’ work as he unprecedentedly won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film, going from unknown animator to award-winning filmmaker overnight.

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Launchpad for So Many Comedians: The Story of ‘Saturday Night Live’

By: Russ Matthews

The talent machine Lorne Michaels (Gabriel LaBelle) created nearly five decades ago has brought us more comedy legends than any other television vehicle. Read more

‘Surprised By Oxford’ – Not Your Typical ‘Christian Chick Flick’

By: Russ Matthews

On the surface, Surprised by Oxford looks to be a combination of a standard faith-based film set in the university setting and a romantic drama currently on offer at Netflix or Hallmark. Read more

Get Ready to ‘Dive In’ to Moana 2

By: Russ Matthews

This second Polynesian adventure from the Walt Disney Animation Studios has most of the magical elements of the original without the pedigree. 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

Clooney and Pitt Back Together in ‘Wolfs’

By: Russ Matthews

Throughout movie history, actors like Brad Pitt and George Clooney have had a chemistry that can rarely be manufactured. 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