film criticism by maryann johanson | since 1997
A very welcome feminist interpretation of Alcott’s beloved novel, layered in sly, winking awareness of Hollywood clichés and the cultural pressures on women. Alive and electric, an absolute treasure.
It’s a party game for nerds! Just take a title — of a book, a film, whatev! — and replace a word with Dalek. And it comes with illustrations!
U.S. AND CANADA/OPENING WIDE Salt: Angelina Jolie’s CIA agent goes on the lam after she is accused of being a double agent for a cadre of Russians who miss the Cold War. Cuz the Cold War was so much fun. If you can’t make it to the multiplex, try: • The Fugitive (1993): Harrison Ford’s … more…
Here are the thoughts I jotted down, pretty much in order as they occurred to me as I watched…
