Artist Margaret Keane’s struggle to gain credit claimed by her husband for creating the popular painting s of children with the big eyes makes for a powerful film.
The Imitation Game (2014).
I’m giving a 5-star recommendation to this fascinating film about code-breaking in WWII and the challenges of secrecy. Click the movie’s title to read my entire review.
The Babadook (2014)
Dealing with a mother & her child, terrorized by a monster in a pop-up book called The Babadook, this horror film is truly scary because of it’s ambiguity.
Foxcatcher (2014)
Olympic Wrestling God medal winners Mark & Dave Schultz join Team Foxcatcher, bankrolled by wealthy but eccentric John du Pont, the story ending in tragedy.
Wild (2014)
A woman grieving over her mother’s death and her own mistakes sets out on an 1100-mile hike to do penance and renew her life, a secular pilgrimage.
Annie (2014)
This comic strip-based musical centers on young Annie’s search for her parents & the change of character she brings about on 2 selfish characters in NYC.
Unbroken (2014)
Angelina Jolie’s film, based on “a true story,” is truly inspiring. Click the title of the film to read my entire review.
EXODUS: Gods and Kings (2014)
The Exodus story of Moses leading his people from Egypt to freedom & the receiving the 10 Commandments is told almost entirely devoid of religious meaning.
The Homesman (2014)
Don’t miss this unusual Western starring Tommy Lee Jones and Hillary Swank. Click the movie title to read my entire review.
Into the Woods (2014)
A blend of fairy tales–Cinderella, Jack & the Beanstalk, LittleRed Riding Hood, Rampunzel–the tale is about wishes & the discoveries we make in the woods of danger & adventure.