ELVIS (2922)
Made in dazzling style, this film exposes the toxic relationship between singer Elvis Presley and the influence of Black music upon him and his friendship with B.B. King.
Dune (2021)
Dune is the story of Paul Atreides on the desert planet Arrakis as he joins with Chani & her Fremans to fight against the evil empire that covets the planet’s priceless substance called spice.
Unlikely Angel: The Songs of Dolly Parton
Book Review Pub. 2020 by University of Illinois Press, 286+ pages. B&W illus. Lydia R. Hamessley’s Unlikely Angel: The Songs of Dolly Parton is just what its title indicates, a thorough study of many of the singer’s 3000 songs. Those wanting a full biography of their idol can look elsewhere—and yet because of the personal …
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ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke (2020)
The inspiring life of “The King of R & B,” Sam Cooke, from birth to tragic death, is told through archival photos and clips and a host of interviews with those who knew and worked with him.
New Orleans (1947)
A racist film, typical of its time, wherein Blacks play subservient roles, but redeemed by the music of Louis Armstrong & Billy Holiday (her only feature film!).
Blinded by the Light (2019)
This film is guaranteed to raise your spirits! Click the movie title to read my entire review.
Fences (2016)
Superb drama starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. 5 stars! Click the image to read my entire review.
45 Years (2015)
When a letter arrives about a husband’s lover of 50 years ago, the life of a couple planning their 45th wedding anniversary party is disrupted by doubts & worries.
Mustang (2015)
You’ll have to search for this remarkable French film set in Turkey, but it’s well worth the effort. (4 stars) Click the image to read my entire review.
Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015)
This spy movie spoof is about a young British drifter who finds his calling in life when he is recruited into the Kingsman, a super spy agency.