‘Raising Victor Vargas’ is a little, indie miracle
Writer-director Peter Solletts gem about a Dominican teen pursuing a local beauty is as poignant and funny an independent film youre likely to see this year.
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David Mamet’s ‘Glengarry Glen Ross’ is a masterwork not to be missed
This brilliantly acted directed and written drama sparkles on screen not only because of the masterful performances but because of the sizzling Mametspeak.
Guillermo Del Toro’s ‘The Devil’s Backbone’ is an unsung masterpiece
This dark creepy horror failed to grab the attention of American audiences in 2001 but is a terrific film which very much worth the effort to view.
‘Don Juan DeMarco’ is about the spirit of romance
This funny and romantic tale helped mold Johnny Depps reputation as the unconventional American actor as well as give Marlon Brando a chance to once again shine on the silver screen.
1974’s ‘The Taking of Pelham One Two Three’ is a smart, keen thriller
This 70s thriller offers tension wit and action without the flash and glam featured in most of todays over-the-top actioners.
‘Torch Song Trilogy’ is bawdy, quick-witted and proudly sentimental
Bawdy quick-witted and proudly sentimental this film was the odds on favorite to be the first gay-themed motion picture to gain mainstream success in 1988. But it was unfortunately ahead of its time.
Jean-Jacques Annaud’s ‘Quest for Fire’ gets wonderful treatment on DVD
The quintessential caveman movie this intelligent and multiple award-winning film takes us back to a time when one thing mattered above all to early man fire.