Film

BEVERLY HILLS—It’s that time of year again: AWARDS SEASON! This week kicked off the nominations for the Grammys and Screen Actors Guild Awards, but on Thursday, December 10 the precursor to Oscar, the Golden Globe nominees were announced. Wednesday we were treated to the SAG Award nominations which were full of surprises, let’s just say the Globes were just as...

HOLLYWOOD—The nominees for the 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were announced on Wednesday, December 9 by actress Anna Faris and actor Anthony Mackie at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. It’s apparent there are indeed some frontrunners this year, in the awards contest. Leading the pack of all nominees in the film arena was the film “Trumbo” starring...

HOLLYWOOD—Are you feeling a bit of “Rocky” fatigue? Looking for that perfect and inspiring boxing movie that inspires hope in your life? Well, look no further than “Creed.” Could some consider the new flick from “Fruitvale Station” director Ryan Coogler an underdog tale that will leave you inspired? Certainly. The tale while not a sequel in the “Rocky” franchise, certainly...

BEVERLY HILLS—On Tuesday, November 24, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced that “Full House” actor John Stamos entered a no contest plea to one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of a drug. Stamos, 52, was not present in court. His plea was entered through his attorney. Deputy District Attorney Daniel Novey said that the defendant was...

HOLLYWOOD—Now this is what I’ve been waiting for. Back in 2012, when the first installment in “The Hunger Games” franchise arrived it sent ripples at the box-office. The second chapter of the franchise, “Catching Fire” further established the inner workings of the government and their prowess in continuing the games. “Mockingjay – Part 1” set the stage for an...

HOLLYWOOD—When awards season rolls in, I always pinpoint a film or two that becomes a must-see on my list based on the trailer not the critical buzz from the many festivals. One of those flicks is the drama “Secret in Their Eyes” with an all-star cast including Oscar winners Julia Roberts and Nicole Kidman and Oscar nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor....

HOLLYWOOD—Actor Charlie Sheen revealed on NBC’s Today show on Tuesday, November 17 with Matt Lauer that he is HIV positive. Reports surfaced yesterday that Sheen was HIV positive and was expected to make a major announcement to the public during a live interview with Today on Tuesday. During the interview with Lauer, Sheen stated, “I’m here to admit I am...

HOLLYWOOD—Can you believe that it has been more than 35 years since the last feature-length “Peanuts” movie? Well those avid fans that have been patiently waiting, the wait is now over. “The Peanuts Movie” reunites all of those favorites including Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Peppermint Patty, Linus, Lucy van Pelt and a host of others in a flick that takes...

HOLLYWOOD—I was so excited to learn that "Twinsters" was going to be on Netflix, I had to check it out. As a documentary lover, especially when it comes to forging long, lost relationships, I have been looking forward to viewing the film and finally got the chance this week. "Twinsters" released on July 17 at select cinemas, follows the lives of two...

HOLLYWOOD—I’m not a huge James Bond fan; I’ll be the first to admit it. Quite honestly, I don’t understand all the hoopla behind people losing their marbles every time they hear that a new installment is soon heading into theaters. I’ve seen quite a few flicks in the franchise, and only one has been stellar in my opinion, that...