Gypsy
Rosalind Russell is a force to be reckoned with as Mama Rose in this biographical musical about the humble beginnings of her daughter, ‘Gypsy Rose Lee’. Natalie Wood shines in an appealing performance as the title character, a nice counterbalance to Russell’s strident display as the stage mother from hell. An eight-minute monologue at the […]
Paul Blart: Mall Cop
Anemic comedy about a security guard who has his chance to shine when a gang of robbers takes over a shopping mall and sequesters several hostages in the bank there. Shockingly amateurish “entertainment” appears to have been assembled by idiots whose idea of sophisticated comedy is making fun of socially awkward fat people. It’s a […]
Valkyrie
Decent historical thriller based on a true story about German generals who conspire to assassinate Hitler and overthrow his government from the inside. Ho hum first half of the film is all set up. Story picks up considerably in the 2nd half. Solid performances throughout: Tom Cruise is particularly charismatic as the officer who masterminds […]
Drag Me to Hell
A welcome return for director Sam Raimi, who revisits his horror roots in this inventive supernatural film. When a loan officer refuses to grant an extension on an old gypsy woman’s mortgage, she places a powerful curse on the poor young girl. Absolute white knuckle ride full of shocks and scares that deliver on every […]