‘The Crime of the Century’ Shows Human Cost and Fallout of OxyContin, Fentanyl Addiction

‘The Crime of the Century’ Shows Human Cost and Fallout of OxyContin, Fentanyl Addiction

By Lynn VenhausSince 2000, 500,000 Americans have died of drug overdoses. Director Alex Gibney, who also wrote and narrated “The Crime of the Century,” exposes... Details
Haunted House or Sociopathic Husband? ‘Things Heard & Seen’ Needs to Pick a Lane

Haunted House or Sociopathic Husband? ‘Things Heard & Seen’ Needs to Pick a Lane

By Lynn Venhaus A poorly constructed storyline squanders a good cast in “Things Heard & Seen,” an unsatisfying adaptation of the bestselling novel “All Things... Details
‘The Human Factor’ Looks at Personalities Involved in Mid-East Peace Negotiations

‘The Human Factor’ Looks at Personalities Involved in Mid-East Peace Negotiations

By Lynn VenhausThe complicated history of the Israel-Arab conflicts is explored in this thorough and engrossing documentary. “The Human Factor” takes a deeper dive into... Details
‘The Unthinkable’ Bleak Doomsday Thriller

‘The Unthinkable’ Bleak Doomsday Thriller

By Lynn VenhausA dysfunctional family relationship drama starts out this bleak doomsday terror attack that keeps everybody guessing about the bad guys and what’s at stake.It’s the Midsummer national... Details
Warm-Hearted ‘The Paper Tigers’ Recalls ’90s-era Martial Arts Movies

Warm-Hearted ‘The Paper Tigers’ Recalls ’90s-era Martial Arts Movies

By Lynn VenhausA crisp throwback to the ‘90s era of martial arts movies, “The Paper Tigers” is a warm-hearted exercise in reconnecting friendships and rekindling... Details
Offbeat Refugee Drama ‘Limbo’ Tinged with Dry British Humor

Offbeat Refugee Drama ‘Limbo’ Tinged with Dry British Humor

By Lynn VenhausAn offbeat refugee drama with bits of dry British humor, “Limbo” is another look at the “stranger in a strange land” theme.A young... Details
Jordan Saves the Day in Forgettable ‘Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse’

Jordan Saves the Day in Forgettable ‘Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse’

By Alex McPherson “Without Remorse,” roughly based on Tom Clancy’s 1993 novel, is a serviceable yet forgettable action film elevated by a committed performance from... Details
‘The Mitchells vs The Machines’ Funny, Clever Romp That’s Surprisingly Warm-Hearted

‘The Mitchells vs The Machines’ Funny, Clever Romp That’s Surprisingly Warm-Hearted

By Lynn VenhausZippy and clever, “The Mitchells vs. The Machines” is a cross between a fun family adventure with the Griswolds and a fast-paced sci-fi... Details
Lynn Venhaus: Oscar 2020 Picks, Predictions

Lynn Venhaus: Oscar 2020 Picks, Predictions

By Lynn VenhausAfter the longest awards season ever and the weirdest movie year of all-time, we reach the finish line with the Oscars Sunday night.People... Details
Oscars 2021: Alex McPherson’s Picks, Predictions

Oscars 2021: Alex McPherson’s Picks, Predictions

By Alex McPherson Alex’s Picks and Predictions for the 2021 Oscars Well, dear readers, the 2021 Academy Awards are nearly upon us. How unbearably exciting.... Details