Existential Ponderings of the Upper Class in ‘Sundown’

Existential Ponderings of the Upper Class in ‘Sundown’

By Alex McPhersonA brooding drama that leaves much to the imagination, what Michel Franco’s “Sundown” lacks in satisfying resolution it nearly makes up for with... Details
Hokey Long-Delayed ‘The King’s Daughter’ Is Good-Looking Turgid Drivel

Hokey Long-Delayed ‘The King’s Daughter’ Is Good-Looking Turgid Drivel

By Lynn VenhausOnce upon a time, a romantic fantasy based on the 1997 book, “The Moon and the Sun” by Vonda N. McIntyre, sat on... Details
Sightlines: Remembering My Sundance Volunteer Experience

Sightlines: Remembering My Sundance Volunteer Experience

By Lynn Venhaus At the 27th Annual Sundance Film Festival, my two sons, Tim and Charlie, and I, were accepted as ushers for the fest.... Details
Farhadi’s Shrewd ‘A Hero’ Explores Life’s Messy, Many Shades of Gray

Farhadi’s Shrewd ‘A Hero’ Explores Life’s Messy, Many Shades of Gray

By Lynn VenhausWhile actions usually have consequences, what is it that we can live with – the choices we make that aren’t always so black-and-white. ... Details
Bold ‘Scream’ Requel Playfully Pokes Fun At Horror Fans and Formulas

Bold ‘Scream’ Requel Playfully Pokes Fun At Horror Fans and Formulas

By Lynn Venhaus“What’s your favorite scary movie?” Uh-oh. If hearing that menacing modified voice on the other end of a landline (!) sends shivers down... Details
Formidable Female Dream Team Needs a Better Script in ‘The 355’

Formidable Female Dream Team Needs a Better Script in ‘The 355’

By Lynn VenhausIn the international spy game, girls can take a licking and keep on ticking – that’s the calling card of “The 355,” a wildly uneven full-throttle action thriller.... Details
Tedious, Airless Prequel Lacks Series Charm in ‘The King’s Man’

Tedious, Airless Prequel Lacks Series Charm in ‘The King’s Man’

By Lynn Venhaus Devoid of the first two’s offbeat charm, an airless and choppy prequel loses its way and winds up a tedious mess, despite... Details
‘Being the Ricardos’ A Lush Look at Legends Lucy and Desi At Crossroads

‘Being the Ricardos’ A Lush Look at Legends Lucy and Desi At Crossroads

By Lynn Venhaus One of the best films of the year, “Being the Ricardos” defies expectations, and it’s exhilarating. During one critical production week of... Details
Heavy and Dull ‘Swan Song’ Messes With Fate Despite Virtuoso Ali

Heavy and Dull ‘Swan Song’ Messes With Fate Despite Virtuoso Ali

By Lynn VenhausSometime in the future, Cameron (Mahershala Ali), diagnosed with a terminal illness, contemplates an alternative solution by his doctor (Glenn Close) – a... Details
The Warners’ Made-for-Hollywood Life Inspires in ‘American Underdog’

The Warners’ Made-for-Hollywood Life Inspires in ‘American Underdog’

By Lynn Venhaus :Believe. In your dreams, in where your heart leads, in your talents and in what you can do as a teammate. That’s... Details