“The Light Between the Oceans” (2016) – Derek Cianfrance’s Lovely Adaptation of Literature

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Dev Patel’s Dazzling Charles Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

“Irrational Man” (2015) – Woody Allen At His Best

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have … More

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Stephen Chbosky’s Meaningful Masterpiece About Adolescence

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

“Life of Pi” (2012) – Ang Lee’s Life-Affirming Adaptation of Literature

Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Peter Jackson’s Astonishing LOTR Adaptation

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More

“Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” (2012) – A Disappointing Dr. Seuss Animated Adaptation

Directors: Chris Renaud and Kyle Bada Starring: Danny DeVito, Ed Helms and Zac Efron ‘Passable Animation’ “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” … More

“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (1997) – My Favourite Book of All-Time

Author: J.K. Rowling Publication Date: 1997 ‘A Spellbinding Success’ “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is a children’s book written … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – A Powerful Harry Potter Franchise Finale

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ Few characters in English literature are as beloved … More

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – An Awe-Inspiring Adaptation of a Beloved Book

Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002) – Chris Columbus’ Magical Harry Potter Sequel

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (2001) – A Spellbinding Introduction to Harry Potter

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘Magical Beginning’ “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is … More

“The Colour Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Magnificent Literature Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More

“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (1971) – A Captivating Classic of Pure Imagination

Director: Mel Stuart Writers: Roald Dahl and David Seltzer  (based off book by Roald Dahl) Starring Gene Wilder, Peter Ostrum, … More

“Wonka” (2023) – Paul King’s Wonderful Willy Wonka Musical

Writer/Director: Paul King Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Sally Hawkins, Hugh Grant                     … More

“A Haunting in Venice” (2023) – A Haunting Adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Beloved Book

Writer/Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey                     … More

“The Color Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Magnificent Literary Masterpiece

Director: Steven Spielberg Writer: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More

“Little Women” (2019) – Greta Gerwig’s Magnificent Literary Masterpiece About Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret” (2023) – An Astonishing Adaptation of a Celebrated Book

Writer/Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Starring: Abby Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Benny Safdie ‘Astonishing Adaptation’  Few novels about teenagers captivate readers like … More

“To Kill A Mockingbird” (1962) – The Greatest Courtroom Drama Ever Made

Director: Robert Mulligan Starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alfrod ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ “To Kill A Mockingbird” is directed by … More

“Rebecca” (1940) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Haunting Literary Masterpiece

Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders ‘A Remarkable Classic’ “Rebecca” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its … More

“To Kill A Mockingbird” (1962) – A Captivating Courtroom Drama Classic

Director: Robert Mulligan Starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alfrod ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ “To Kill A Mockingbird” is directed by … More

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – A Spectacular Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

“Emma” (2020) – An Amazing Adaptation of Jane Austen’s Beloved Book

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – A Delightful Adaptation of Charles Dickens

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

“Little Women” (2019) – A Magnificent Literary Masterpiece About Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“The Light Between Oceans” (2016) – A Lovely Literature Adaptation

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More

“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part Two” (2012) – Torturous Twilight Franchise Conclusion

Director: Bill Condon Writers: Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner ‘Disappointing … More

“Life of Pi” (2012) – A Life-Affirming Adaptation of Literature

Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More

“Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” (2012) – A Disastrous Dr. Seuss Literary Adaptation

Directors: Chris Renaud and Kyle Bada Starring: Danny DeVito, Ed Helms and Zac Efron ‘Passable Animation’ “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” … More

“To Kill A Mockingbird” (1962) – A Captivating Literary Classic

Director: Robert Mulligan Starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alfrod ‘Captivating Courtroom Drama’ “To Kill A Mockingbird” is directed by … More

“Rebecca” (1940) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Haunting Literary Classic

Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders ‘A Remarkable Classic’ “Rebecca” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its … More

Why “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is My Favourite Book of All-Time

Author: J.K. Rowling Publication Date: 1997 “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is a children’s book written by J.K. Rowling. … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – A Fantastic Harry Potter Franchise Finale

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ Few characters in English literature are as beloved … More

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005) – An Awe-Inspiring Harry Potter Adaptation

Director: Mike Newell Starring: Daniel Radcliff, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002) – A Spellbinding Harry Potter Sequel

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is … More

“Poor Things” (2023) – A Fantastic Adaptation of Feminist Literature

Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe                      … More

“A Haunting in Venice” (2023) – A Haunting Agatha Christie Literary Adaptation

Writer/Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey                     … More

“The Color Purple” (1985) – Steven Spielberg’s Colorful Literary Adaptation

Director: Steven Spielberg Writers: Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey … More

“The Color Purple” (2023) – A Captivating Adaptation of a Colorful Book

Director: Blitz Buzuwale Starring: Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks                   … More

“Little Women” (2019) – An Amazing Literary Adaptation About Women

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret” (2023) – An Amazing Adaptation of a Beloved Book

Writer/Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Starring: Abby Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Benny Safdie ‘Astonishing Adaptation’  Few novels about teenagers captivate readers like … More

“Enola Holmes” (2020) – A Fantastic Feminist Detective Period Piece

Director: Harry Bradbeer  Writer: Jack Thorne (based on book by Nancy Springer) Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam … More

“All Quiet on the Western Front” (2022) – A Wonderful German War Remake

Writer/Director: Edward Berger Starring: Felix Kammerer, Daniel Bruhl, Albrecht Schuch                     … More

“The White Tiger” (2021) – A Captivating Indian Social Class Satire

Writer/Director: Ramin Bahrani Starring: Adarsh Gourav, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Rajkummar Rao ‘Captivating Class Satire’ Few countries across the world … More

“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Denis Villeneuve’s Spectacular Science-Fiction Sequel

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve  Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson                       … More

“Rebecca” (1940) – Alfred Hitchcock’s Haunting Literary Classic

Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders ‘A Remarkable Classic’ “Rebecca” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its … More

“The Invisible Man” (2020) – A Terrifying Psychological Thriller

Writer/Director: Leigh Whannell Starring: Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen and Aldis Hodge ‘Terrifying Thriller’  Over the past decade or so, the … More

“Enola Holmes 2” (2022) – A Fantastic Feminist Sherlock Holmes Sequel

Director: Harry Bradbeer Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Louise Partridge                 … More

“Enola Holmes” (2020) – An Extraordinary Period Piece

Director: Harry Bradbeer  Writer: Jack Thorne (based on book by Nancy Springer) Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam … More

“Emma” (2020) – An Awe-Inspiring Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – A Delightful Charles Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

“Little Women” (2019) – An Amazing Literary Adaptation

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“The Glass Castle” (2017) – A Marvelous Memoir Adaptation

Writer/Director: Destin Daniel Cretton Co-writer: Andrew Lanham Starring: Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes … More

“The Light Between Oceans” (2016) – Astonishing Literature Adaptation

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More

“Arrival” (2016) – Awe-Inspiring Science-Fiction Adaptation

Director: Denis Villeneuve Writer: Eric Heisserer (based on short story) Starring: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker ‘Spellbinding Science-Fiction’ … More

“Room” (2015) – A Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Trauma

Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving … More

“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Terrific Terrorism Drama

Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting … More

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Spellbinding Hobbit Sequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage … More

“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (2012) – Torturous Twilight Franchise Conclusion

Directed by Bill Condon Written by Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor … More

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Magnificent Adolescence Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

“Life of Pi” (2012) – Life-Changing Literature Adaptation

Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More

“The Hunger Games” (2012) – Awe-inspiring YA Adaptation

Director: Gary Ross Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ “The Hunger Games” is directed by Gary Ross. … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Astonishing Literature Adaptation

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More

“Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” (2012) – Disastrous Dr. Seuss Adaptation

Directors: Chris Renaud and Kyle Bada Starring: Danny DeVito, Ed Helms and Zac Efron ‘Passable Animation’ “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” … More

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002) – Spectacular Harry Potter Sequel

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (2001) – Spellbinding Franchise Beginning

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson ‘Magical Beginning’ “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (1997) – My Favorite Book of All-Time

“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is a children’s book written by J.K. Rowling. It’s the first novel in the … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – Spellbinding Harry Potter Sequel

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ Few characters in English literature are as beloved … More

“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (1971) – A Classic of Pure Imagination

Directed by Mel Stuart Written by Roald Dahl and David Seltzer  (based off book by Roald Dahl) Starring Gene Wilder, … More

“Wonka” (2023) – Wonderful Willy Wonka Musical

Writer/Director: Paul King Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Sally Hawkins, Hugh Grant                     … More

“Poor Things” (2023) – Astonishing Literature Adaptation

Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe                      … More

“A Haunting in Venice” (2023) – Haunting Agatha Christie Adaptation

Writer/Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey                     … More

“The Color Purple” (1985) – Spielberg’s Colorful Adaptation

Directed by Steven Spielberg Written by Menno Meyjes (based off novel by Alice Walker) Starring Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and … More

“The Color Purple” (2023) – Magnificent Musical Adaptation

Director: Blitz Buzuwale Starring: Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks                   … More

“Rebecca” (1940) – Haunting Hitchcock Classic

Director: Alfred Hitchcock Starring: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders ‘A Remarkable Classic’ “Rebecca” is directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Its … More

“Dune: Part Two” (2024) – Sensational Science-Fiction Sequel

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve  Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson                       … More

“Dune” (2021) – Spectacular Science-Fiction Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Denis Villeneuve Co-writer: Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson and Oscar Isaac ‘Spectacular Sci-fi’ Few … More

“Emma” (2020) – Amazing Jane Austen Adaptation

Director: Autumn de Wilde Writer: Eleanor Catton (based on book by Jane Austen) Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Johnny Flynn and Bill … More

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Delightful Charles Dickens Adaptation

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

“Little Women” (2019) – Magnificent Literature Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“The Light Between Oceans” (2016) – Lovely Literature Adaptation

Writer/Director: Derek Cianfrance Based on the best-selling novel by M.L. Stedman Starring: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Rachel Weisz ‘Powerful … More

“Room” (2015) – Magnificent Literary Masterpiece

Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving … More

“World War Z” (2013) – Bland Zombie Blockbuster

Director: Marc Forster Writers: Drew Goddard, Matthew Carnahan and Damon Lindelof Starring: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos and Fana Mokoena ‘Bland … More

“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Remarkable Terrorism Drama

Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting … More

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Spectacular Hobbit Sequel

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage … More

“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” (2012) – Torturous Twilight Franchise Finale

Directed by Bill Condon Written by Melissa Rosenberg (based on novel by Stephenie Meyer) Starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor … More

“Snow White and the Huntsman” (2012) – Superb Snow White Reboot

Director: Rupert Sanders Starring: Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron ‘Enjoyable Entertainment’ “Snow White and the Huntsman” is directed … More

“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” (2012) – Meaningful Adolescence Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Stephen Chbosky Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller ‘Meaningful Masterpiece’ “Why do nice people choose the wrong people … More

“The Hunger Games” (2012) – Amazing Literary Adaptation

Director: Gary Ross Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ “The Hunger Games” is directed by Gary Ross. … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Astonishing LOTR Adaptation

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002) – Spectacular Sequel

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint ‘Spectacular Sequel’ “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part One” (2011) – Spellbinding Harry Potter Sequel

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Spellbinding Entertainment’ Few characters in English literature are as beloved … More

“Poor Things” (2023) – Movie Review

Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe                      … More

“A Haunting in Venice” (2023) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey                     … More

“The Color Purple” (2023) – Movie Review

Director: Blitz Buzuwale Starring: Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks                   … More

“Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret” (2023) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Starring: Abby Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Benny Safdie ‘Astonishing Adaptation’  Few novels about teenagers captivate readers like … More

“Rebecca” (2020) – Movie Review

Director: Ben Wheatley Writers: Jane Goldman, Joe Shrapnel and Anna Waterhouse Starring: Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas … More

“The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Armando Iannucci Co-writer: Simon Blackwell (based on book by Charles Dickens) Starring: Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie and Tilda Swinton … More

“Little Women” (2019) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Greta Gerwig Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Laura Dern ‘An Astonishing Adaptation’ When it comes to the most … More

“Room” (2015) – Movie Review

Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writer: Emma Donoghue (based on novel) Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay and William H. Macy ‘A Moving … More

“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (2013) – Movie Review

Director: Mira Nair Writer: William Wheeler (based on Mohsin Hamid’s novel) Starring: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson and Liev Schreiber ‘Riveting … More

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (2013) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-writers: Fran Walsh, Phillipa Boyens and Guillermo Del Toro Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, and Richard Armitage … More

“Life of Pi” (2012) – Movie Review

Director: Ang Lee Writer: David Magee (based off novel by Yann Martel) Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Tabu ‘Beautiful Book … More

“The Hunger Games” (2012) – Movie Review

Director: Gary Ross Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth ‘Astonishing Adaptation’ “The Hunger Games” is directed by Gary Ross. … More

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (2012) – Movie Review

Writer/Director: Peter Jackson Co-Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and Guillermo del Toro (based off book by J.R.R. Tolkien) Starring: Martin Freeman, Ian … More

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2011) – Movie Review

Director: David Yates Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson ‘Fantastic Franchise Finale’ Few characters in English literature are as … More