(2018) Green Book: A problematic film with it’s heart in the right place
The 2019 Best Picture winner was widely derided and a controversial choice. Chad revisits this problematic film that has its heart in the right place.
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A discussion of Film, TV, and other random subjects
March 2022
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A Chorus Line: The Move (1985): The film version of the beloved musical fails to be a “singular sensation”
In 1975 "A Chorus Line" was a critical and commercial smash on Broadway. The film version 10 years later, not so much. Chad revisits the flawed movie adaptation that still has its charms.
The Incredible Hulk (2008): The MCU stumbles with a pedestrian version of the Hulk
Marvel takes it first stumble with the underwhelming "The Incredible Hulk" starring Edward Norton.
(2019) Parasite: The dazzling Korean masterpiece makes Oscar history
In 2020 Oscar history was made when "Parasite" from South Korea became the first international film to win Best Picture.
MGM: The Lion is Slain
As the streaming wars transform the entertainment landscape, Chad mourns the once-dominant studio of Hollywood’s golden age.
Jesus Christ Superstar (1973): The film version of the rock opera is a psychedelic experience
A look back at the 1973 film version of Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice's classic rock opera.
Iron Man (2008): A highly entertaining launch of Marvel’s ambitious cinematic universe
Robert Downey Jr. stars in the 2008 film that launched the never ending Marvel Cinematic Universe.
(2020) Nomadland: The meditative drama is a bold deconstruction of the American Dream
The beginning of Chad's mission to review every Oscar Best Picture winner, starting with last year's recipient. The meditative drama from director Chloe Zhao.