“Women aren’t funny” is a phrase we’ve all heard too often. Audiences and industry executives tend to make this generalization, usually before they’ve even given a woman an opportunity to show off her comedic skills. Fortunately, the emergence of female-led comedies in recent years shows that this petty and ignorant opinion is beginning to wane. … Continue reading The Funniest (Fictional) Women On-Screen in Recent History
The most common complaint critics have about “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is that it’s fun, but does nothing we haven’t seen in the original. As Bill Goodykoontz writes for The Arizona Republic, “it’s the classic example of the sequel to a really imaginative original: If the first one didn’t exist, this one would … Continue reading “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” Redefines the Role of Women in Superhero Films
You’re probably sick of it. This topic. I get it; all of us women do. It feels like we’ve been talking about this issue for ages, and this isn’t the 1950s; things are much better for women now. While it’s true that all facets of life for women have improved since that time, they still … Continue reading The State of Women in Film
Director: Damien Chazelle Starring: Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling, John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt They don’t make ‘em like this anymore. No, actually - when was the last time anyone saw the Cinemascope logo in opening credits? Since premiering in late August at the Venice Film Festival, La La Land has been receiving unparalleled praise from critics and audiences … Continue reading On Dreams in ‘La La Land’
I’m so very excited to announce that I’ve been nominated for a Sunshine Blogger Award, by the incredible Martin of Through the Silver Screen. If you don’t already do so, be sure to check out and follow his blog, especially if you’re a film fan! The Sunshine Blogger Award is a chain-letter project designed to … Continue reading Sunshine Blogger Award
“In this new comedy from the grateful husbands and devoted fathers who wrote “The Hangover”, Amy [Mila Kunis] has a seemingly perfect life - a great marriage, over-achieving kids, beautiful home and a career. However she's over-worked, over-committed and exhausted to the point that she's about to snap. Fed up, she joins forces with two … Continue reading Why “Bad Moms” is not a Feminist Film
I'm honored to announce that Evelyn, of Films & Series: What about them? has nominated me for my third Liebster award - and I cannot thank her enough. If you don't already follow Evelyn, be sure to check out her blog and subscribe to her posts! The Liebster Award works like this: 1. Post the … Continue reading 3rd Liebster Award Nomination
I saw Zootopia recently, after reading a million and one glowing reviews convinced me to. I loved it; it was glorious. So suffice it to say, the film receives a perfect five star rating from this site. I've decided not to write a formal review, but I can certainly recommend some stellar opinions on the … Continue reading 5 Things We Can Learn From “Zootopia”
One of my favorite bloggers, Evelyn, of her own site Films and TV Series: What About Them? has ever so kindly nominated me for my second Liebster Award! So of course, I must extend my most heartfelt thanks to her – because it truly means so much. If you don’t follow Evelyn’s blog, be sure to … Continue reading 2nd Liebster Award
January does not only mark the beginning of a New Year; it also marks the beginning of the film awards season. Last night was the 73rd Golden Globes, hosted by Ricky Gervais. The Golden Globes ceremony is often mixed – sometimes it has lovely moments, but much of it can be boring. So to sum … Continue reading Favorite Moments from the 73rd Golden Globes
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