“Videodrome” shows how David Cronenberg is sometimes a provocateur only to a point. But he also wasn’t far from his cinematic incisions that cut the deepest. Continue reading
Tag Archives: TV
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True Blood: Season 4
Season four of HBO’s hit Southern paranormal is slow at times, but chock-full of beautiful people, sensuous images and soapy goodness. Continue reading
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Wallace and Gromit’s World of Invention
The quirky animated British duo continue to be quirky, animated and British as they explore real-life inventions. Continue reading
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21 Jump Street
Channing Tatum is an unexpected riot. The script has some fun, winking touches. The film is brazen, brash and blustery. Too bad it’s not more of a blast. Continue reading
TV Recommendation Contest
Austin will watch whatever show you recommend to him. The best one wins a prize. Continue reading
Movies You Aught Not Watch: Get Smart
“Get Smart” — another lame adaptation of a ’60s series — continues Nick Rogers’ weekly, alphabetical look back at the 52 worst films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Good Night, and Good Luck
“Good Night, and Good Luck” — whose title acts as a challenge to the TV medium — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Frost/Nixon
“Frost/Nixon” — a piece of history repurposed as commentary on TV’s power — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
This comedy continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best movies of 2000-2009. Continue reading