This new film, the Weinstein Company’s Oscar hopeful, is in a genre that I call “Life Affirmance”. Such films are usually based on the compelling experiences of real people, and are designed to connect to audiences on a deeply personal level. They nearly always end on an upbeat note, where some kind of triumph […]
More than relief or pride, I feel that this act of justice puts America in position to meet the newest challenge. Our future had not looked promising for young people, whether those born here or coming as immigrants. Those of us fairly settled, like myself, are at least aware of the roads that lead us to nowhere; […]
I first saw this film over 20 years ago. Upon seeing it again, I was struck by how starkly it contrasts with the standard industry product. Just look at how the subjects of GOOD and EVIL are treated in mass entertainment. The most obvious conclusion: Evil sells Big. It seems that audiences love […]
