My Favorite Films of 2018

I didn't see as many new movies in 2018 as I have in years past, and I never see as many as I want. That's what the combo of kids and life does, but the trade off is certainly worth it. For one thing, I saw more animated films this year, and great family flicks … Continue reading My Favorite Films of 2018

Why LETHAL WEAPON, Not DIE HARD, is The Definitive Christmas Action Movie

The debate has been raging for what seems like an eternity: is Die Hard a Christmas movie or not? This year, on the film's 30th anniversary, the argument has intensified, going on longer and louder and, frankly, the endless litigation has grown tiresome. Besides, Die Hard isn't the definitive Christmas action movie of the '80s anyway; that label should belong to … Continue reading Why LETHAL WEAPON, Not DIE HARD, is The Definitive Christmas Action Movie

Introducing TONY SCOTT: A FILMMAKER ON FIRE, Out This January

Tony Scott: A Filmmaker on Fire, my second book, is hitting bookshelves this January courtesy of McFarland & Co. Publishers. Paperback copies will be available first, followed closely by an eBook version. The story of Scott's life and career is an exciting and tragic tale of a fascinating man who left us too soon, and with … Continue reading Introducing TONY SCOTT: A FILMMAKER ON FIRE, Out This January

Scenes I Love: Frank’s Final Plea for Salvation in THIEF

Michael Mann's debut feature, the lean, neon-soaked noir thriller Thief, feels like the work of a seasoned pro. It's efficient but rich in detail at the same time. Mann douses his Chicago streets with water and gives us the feeling that his characters are cut off from the world. Thief also lays out a mission statement for … Continue reading Scenes I Love: Frank’s Final Plea for Salvation in THIEF