For decades Steven Spielberg has proven to be a master filmmaker who understands the importance of cinema. Read more"The Fabelmans" is Spielberg's love letter to the movies
Everyone loves a good comeback story and Tanya Tucker's recent resurgence certainly qualifies as that. Read more"Return of Tanya Tucker" provides unique insight about country icon
Cate Blanchett is a two-time Oscar winner so it might seem a little odd to say she gives a career defining performance in her latest film "Tár." Read moreBlanchett a force of nature in "Tár"
Singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen was a mysterious person - an artist who was probably never completely appreciated until after his passing in 2016. Read more"Hallelujah" showcases the man behind the song
The process of film making and the egos that make films possible is examined in "Official Competition" - a biting commentary on the creative p… Read more"Official Competition" a hilarious look inside the actor's studio
Adam Sandler might have one of the most interesting film careers in recent memory. Read moreAdam Sandler brings 'A' game to entertaining "Hustle"
New Orleans is known for its culture, great food and music - all elements encompassed in the city's annual Jazz and Heritage Festival. Read more"Jazz Fest" captures essence of city, event
Watching the joyously entertaining "The Duke" I couldn't help but feel a little melancholy. Read more"The Duke" a charming swan song for "Notting Hill" director
"Mothering Sunday" is a film we've seen before many times - a tale of secret love set in post World War I. Read more"Mothering Sunday" a solid yet familiar tale
The Marvel comics world expands with "Morbius," a film which seemingly has been on the slate to be released for 17 years now. (It's really onl… Read more"Morbius" lacks bite
There is a feeling of calmness while watching "Compartment No. 6" - the Grand Prix winner at last year's Cannes Film Festival that is based on… Read more"Compartment No. 6" a compelling tale of strangers on a train
"I Want You Back" is a true romantic comedy. It's smart and very funny, with a well-written script and two very likable leads in Charlie Day a… Read more"I Want You Back" mixes humor with heart
Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson are two of the most likeable movie stars, who really command an audience's attention when they are on the screen. Read moreLopez and Wilson can't save poor script in "Marry Me"
Two films at this year's Sundance Film Festival, "Dual" and "After Yang," use science fiction to explore humanity in different - but effective… Read moreSundance films find humanity through science fiction
From the "Scary Movie" franchise to "Girls Trip" to "Support the Girls" Regina Hall has established herself as a consistently reliable actress. Read moreRegina Hall delivers in a pair of Sundance films
Writer/director Pedro Almodóvar has made a career out of creating richly developed characters to showcase the lead in his film. Read morePenélope Cruz shines in "Parallel Mothers"
There's a lot of star power in the new action film "The 355." Read more"The 355" wastes talented cast
For 25 years writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson has established himself as perhaps the top filmmaker of his generation - with an impressive … Read more"Licorice Pizza" an endearing slice of first love
Julia Child was a larger than life figure - a trailblazer who pathed the way for the celebrity chefs of today. Read moreDocumentary "Julia" captures the essence of famous chef
"Encanto" the latest from Walt Disney studios is a charming tale of family bonds and finding your voice. It's a beautifully animated film with… Read more"Encanto" a charming tale of family bonds
"Mass" is a small movie that packs a powerful punch. Read more"Mass" a powerful study of loss and grief
While watching "Belfast," the new film from writer/director Kenneth Branagh, it is quite clear this project was a labor of love. Read more"Belfast" a crowd-pleasing Oscar contender
Nothing is ever quite what it seems in the compelling new documentary "The Lost Leonardo." Read more"Lost Leonardo" a documentary with intriguing layers
"Nine Days" is a confident cinematic experience, exploring some compelling themes in a quietly effective manner. Read more"Nine Days" a compelling first film
"Stillwater" is a film that takes its audience on an unexpected journey. Read morePerformances drive effective drama "Stillwater"
Nicholas Cage is in an interesting stage of his career - with films like "Mandy" and "The Color of Space" showcasing the Academy Award winning… Read moreCage's latest a fascinating tale of grief and loss
If you are going to see a movie called "The Forever Purge" - the fifth film in the franchise - you pretty much know what you are getting. Read more"Forever Purge" stays true to franchise's familiar formula
Rita Moreno is an icon, an activist, and someone who is willing to speak her mind. Read moreRita Moreno documentary a solid look at acting icon
"12 Mighty Orphans" is the kind of movie that is fine on the surface, but the substance is lacking. Read more"12 Mighty Orphans" a by the number sports film
They are Sparks, the best band you probably didn't know you knew. Sparks are also the focus of the new documentary "The Sparks Brothers," dire… Read more"The Sparks Brothers" a fun primer of cult rock band
There have been plenty of films about the Holocaust, but perhaps no film has the kind of personal perspective as director Luke Holland's lates… Read more"Final Account" a chilling documentary
"Wrath of Man" is a film that knows its lane and stays in it quite comfortably. Read more"Wrath of Man" a solid action flick
"Here Today" is a film that can be quite maddening at times. Read moreCrystal, Haddish deliver in "Here Today"
Here are the predictions for tonight's Oscar ceremonies. Read moreFull Oscar predictions
"French Exit" is a sublime little comedy of manners that sometimes feels like it is traveling on shaky seas. Read morePfeiffer makes "French Exit" a delightful treat
