The Film Yap

Albert Nobbs is more a parable than a person, and “Albert Nobbs” plays out more closely to a fable than an authentic tale. Continue reading →

This stunning portrait of a teen John Lennon should have been bigger than Jesus. Continue reading →

A moving story about a boy whose life would have been interesting enough to justify a movie about it even if he’d never gone on to be one of The Beatles. Continue reading →

The most polarizing film of the year gets an ass-kicking video release replete with awesome features. Continue reading →

Comic book somewhat-superheroes fight crime in “Kick-Ass,” Ewan McGregor stumbles upon political secrets in “The Ghost Writer” and Christina Ricci discovers the “After.Life” on DVD this week. Continue reading →

The Yap’s Lauren Whalen talks comics, indies and tabloids with the “Kick-Ass” star. Continue reading →

Chris offers his take on the comic book movie with a taste for ultra-violence. Continue reading →

Superhero shenanigans meet satirical snark in this much-anticipated comic caper. Continue reading →

Mixing a talented cast and heartwrenching subject matter, this wannabe tearjerker doesn’t live up to its superlative title. Continue reading →