“Straight Outta Compton” Is Gripping Storytelling
HOLLYWOOD—When I first witnessed the trailer for “Straight Outta Compton” I knew I was witnessing something special. Oh, what a wonderful experience to see...
“Straight Outta Compton” Rules Box-Office
HOLLYWOOD—It was a biopic that reigned supreme at the multiplex this week. The film “Straight Outta Compton,” which chronicled the rise and fall of...
“The Gift,” A Taut, Smart Thriller
HOLLYWOOD—It is not easy to weave a psychological thriller that leaves the audience on the edge of their seats from start to finish, but...
“Fantastic Four” Fails To Reignite
HOLLYWOOD—I’m still trying to wrap my ahead around the fact that we’re seeing a reboot of the “Fantastic Four” franchise less than 10 years...
“Vacation” Takes Raunchy To New Heights
HOLLYWOOD—Back in the 80s there was a flick that delivered laughs: “National Lampoon’s Vacation.” The first flick starred Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo and Christie...
“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” Wins Box-Office
HOLLYWOOD—Tom Cruise proved that he is still capable of opening a movie to big bucks as “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” claimed the top...
“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” Fun Times
HOLLYWOOD—Okay, when it comes to action stars plenty of people think of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Vin Diesel, Sylvester Stallone, and other icons from the 80s....
“Pixels,” Memories Of Nostalgia
HOLLYWOOD—For those who grew up during the '80s, you are well aware it’s a time frame unlike any other. The latest flick to attempt...
“ Ant-Man ” Continues To Remain On Top
HOLLYWOOD—I was almost certain this past weekend would be an interesting battle at the box-office, but was I ever wrong. With a bevy of...
“Southpaw” Delivers Dramatic Uppercut
HOLLYWOOD—I don’t know what it is about boxing flicks that seem to be such crowd-pleasers. With “The Hurricane” and “The Fighter” audiences got the...