The mind of Philip Jose Farmer is a dangerous place to play around. Author of dozens of science-fiction novels, winner of as many awards, and general legend in his own time, Farmer has created some of the most mesmerizing worlds in print, and some of the most compelling characters you'll find to populate them. Syfy's Riverworld is a kind of mashing of the original work, and the final result is … [Read more...]
Against all odds (and I mean all), I'm rather a fan of The Good Wife (in my own special way). I'm not sure how long that can last, because to be honest, something about the show's theory is simply on a collision course with a big wall of losing my interest. Nevertheless, I'm shockingly able to watch the show and not feel bad about it. Not the sort of praise the show is looking for, but I consider … [Read more...]
I love an underdog. Even with some big names, and the still grossly under-appreciated Mark Ruffalo, The Kids Are All Right isn't bound to take the box office by storm. It looks like a good bit of fun though. This is a movie that is going to come down to chemistry, and will probably owe what success it achieves to how far it breaks from what you expect to see. Hitting in a limited release on … [Read more...]
It's been a wild week, and one with some cool stuff to share. As a side note, I just want to put out there that I'm playing around with new video/trailer options as you can see with the widget at right. The Videos page is also different now, with a new player. I want to point that out, because there will be a lot more videos than there will be posts about videos. There are also potentially more … [Read more...]
Win a Limited Edition ‘Exit Through the Gift Shop” poster from Banksy! Coming to movie theaters in select cities across the United States starting April 16th Exit Through the Gift Shop, the first film by renowned graffiti artist Banksy, became the hottest ticket at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival where it made its world debut. Banksy is a graffiti artist with a global reputation … [Read more...]
If you haven't caught Planet Earth yet (and even if you have), I want to make sure you know about a special offer available only from April 12-26, 2010. During this limited window, in celebration of Earth Day, you can download a free episode ("Pole to Pole") on iTunes. The entire series is available in SD or HD, and it's a stunning effort, as you no doubt already know. The chance to get an … [Read more...]
Here comes something practically tailored made for me, Paper Man. God love Jeff Daniels' penchant for signing on for some off-kilter efforts once in a while. Now that Ryan Reynolds is getting as much press as anyone could want, it's nice to catch something like this from him as well. Written and Directed by Kieran and Michele Mulroney (brother and sister-in-law of Dermot and Sean), the film … [Read more...]
From Life, to Earth, to Oceans, and many more, the up close and personal take on the world has soared in popularity, and many of the treatments we're getting to witness are amazing. A brilliant addition to the list is IMAX Under the Sea. Focusing on the underwater life of Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia, the film brings the underwater world to life with a clarity that is simply … [Read more...]
Helena from the Wedding is a film that is only for its characters, but it isn't that awful a scenario, because you're probably one of them. The appeal of a movie with a cast of eight thirty-somethings who go to a cabin in the woods for New Year's weekend (sans axe murderer) is pretty well limited to thirty-somethings who at least do dinner parties. That's not the smallest demographic in the world, … [Read more...]
Easily in the running for upcoming film I least understand why I'll be watching, Holy Rollers got some good reactions at Sundance. Even better, the trailer, which doesn't quite explain why I'll be watching (except that Jesse Eisenberg is in it), is awfully cool. Not that it isn't immediately apparent just how engrossing the life and times of young, drug-smuggling, Hasidic Jews can be, … [Read more...]
This year, the Tribeca Film Festival is making a really exciting move, by offering you the chance to take part, without having to physically attend. Billed as Tribeca Film Festival Virtual, you get a chance to see films, watch live panels, and much more from the comfort of home. It's an exciting idea, and I have a giveaway for you to help celebrate. TFF Virtual will bring the experience of … [Read more...]
It's that dreaded time of year for TV fans again. The time when (looking at ABC, as we are) shows like Castle and The Unusuals get put to the test, fans fall in love, then get to bite their nails. There is often a little more "quirk" to spring premieres, and both of the above-mentioned shows got their hooks in me quick. I would have watched The Unusuals for years, but... you win some, … [Read more...]
One of the more interesting side stops during SXSW was the IFC Crossroads House. A couple of blocks from the Austin Convention Center, and on the way to two of the main theater spots, I checked in a few times during the festival and caught some interesting interviews. With a variety of film talent popping in for a few minutes throughout each day, it was well worth fitting into the schedule. You … [Read more...]
In Plain Sight has returned, and we've already seen the dramatic resolution to the cliffhanger from last season. Things are getting back to normal, and the show is as solid as ever. Continuing to overcome the odds (of my thinking that the premise just doesn't sound that interesting on its face), In Plain Sight serves as further proof that USA knows how to bring characters to life. Tune in on USA, … [Read more...]
The Gilmore Girls hit at iTunes a few days ago, and to celebrate the new availability of one of my favorite shows, I have a great giveaway for you. Before we get to the giveaway, be sure you check out The Gilmore Girls at iTunes. Every season is available, with seasons 3-7 available in HD. Simply put, one of the best shows to hit television in years, with 7 seasons and 150+ episodes that … [Read more...]
Madonna, I don't like you. Wait. The tone generally improves from here on. You have to try and consider things from my perspective. When I was in High School, every other song on the radio was one of yours, girls in class were wearing lace gloves and coming up to me asking if I'd seen Susan. I didn't really care for your songs, and time wasn't really helping anything on that score. Vogue? … [Read more...]
