Two imprisoned men bond over a number of years, finding solace and eventual redemption through acts of common decency.
Blu-ray Review: “The Human Factor” Presents An Insightful Look Into Middle East Politics And Conflict
The epic behind-the-scenes story of the United States’ 30-year effort to secure peace in the Middle East. Recounted from the unique perspective of the American mediators on the frontlines.
DVD Review: “NCIS: New Orleans: The Final Season” Serves Up Enjoyable Comfort Food Tailor-Made For Binge-Watching
“NCIS: New Orleans” follows an NCIS team that investigates criminal cases involving military personnel in The Big Easy, a city known for its music, entertainment, and decadence.
Movie Review: Both Style And Substance Infuse Every Frame Of “The Card Counter”
Redemption is the long game in Paul Schrader’s “The Card Counter.” Told with Schrader’s trademark cinematic intensity, the revenge thriller tells the story of an ex-military interrogator-turned-gambler haunted by the ghosts of his past.
Movie Review: Introspective “When I’m A Moth” Explores The Inner Workings Of An Aspiring Mind
A parable on the ambiguity of political narratives. Possibly an “un-biopic” of Hillary Rodham set in 1969 Alaska. Possibly a collective dream about a young woman with only the most abstract connection to the politician. Possibly both.
Movie Review: “The Protégé” Expertly Freshens Up A Familiar Genre
Rescued as a child by the legendary assassin Moody, Anna is the world’s most skilled contract killer. However, when Moody is brutally killed, she vows revenge for the man who taught her everything she knows. As Anna becomes entangled with an enigmatic killer, their confrontation turns deadly, and the loose ends of a life …
Blu-ray Review: “Mommie Dearest” Feels Sort Of Like A Train Wreck: Horrifying To Watch, But Impossible To Avert One’s Eyes
The abusive and traumatic adoptive upbringing of Christina Crawford at the hands of her mother, screen queen Joan Crawford, is depicted.
TV Review: “I Survived A Serial Killer” Offers A Glimmer Of Hope Under The Most Ominous Of Circumstances
“I Survived a Serial Killer” documents the harrowing, heroic stories of one or more survivors of the same serial killers. Told from the survivors’ point of view, the series highlights the strength and perseverance of regular people encountering and overcoming pure evil.
TV Review: Unnerving Recollections Of Heinous Crimes Pervades “Invisible Monsters: Serial Killers In America”
“I Survived a Serial Killer” documents the harrowing, heroic stories of one or more survivors of the same serial killers. Told from the survivors’ point of view, the series highlights the strength and perseverance of regular people encountering and overcoming pure evil. Interviews with those closest to the cases will round out the stories …