film criticism by maryann johanson | since 1997
We know how it is: You’d like to go to the movies this weekend, but you’re in the Nazi-killing business, and business is booming. But you can have a multiplex-like experience at home with a collection of the right DVDs. And when someone asks you on Monday, “Hey, did you see Inglourious Basterds this weekend?” … more…
After you’ve recovered from experiencing Heath Ledger’s harrowing turn as the Joker, honor his memory — and lament what else might have been — with a look at these other flicks, in which the actor truly distinguishes himself: 1. Ennis Del Mar in Brokeback Mountain. If Ledger wins an Oscar for Dark Knight, it’ll be … more…
These reviews have moved — sorry for the inconvenience. The Best of Tokyo Pig The Biggest Fan The Boys & Girl from County Clare The Devil’s Rejects Fat Actress: The Complete First Season The 40 Year-Old Virgin Heights The House of Eliott: Series One Kontroll Lords of Dogtown Moonlighting: Seasons One and Two Prefab People … more…
