film reviews

“Reaching for the Moon”: Love dares speak its name

December 4, 2013 By Ed Rampell

I really liked this movie, mainly because of its unusual characters based on actual historical figures.

“The Book Thief”: A child looks at fascism

December 4, 2013

"The Book Thief" is not a happy movie. It's narrated by Death, though he's a trifle friendlier than usually depicted.

“Thor” sequel another hard-hitter

November 15, 2013 By Blake Skylar

As superhero flicks go, this one is still pretty standard fare for the casual viewer, but that doesn't mean it's not enjoyable.

“Dallas Buyers Club”: We’re surprised you’re even alive

November 14, 2013 By Eric A. Gordon And Dale Greenfield

Dallas Buyers Club is an uplifting morality tale that's about as good as the art of cinema gets.

“In Organic We Trust” exposes falsely organic foods

October 21, 2013 By Tim Pelzer

Many food items claiming to be organic really are not, says Kip Pastor, who puts the U.S. food industry under a microscope in this well made, engrossing documentary.