‘Trust Exercise’ (2019) a masterful triptych about broken adult-child trust
Book club book report: Via traumatized, reflective victims, Choi pens a sharp back-door analysis of how abusers maintain industry power.
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‘Trust Exercise’ (2019) a masterful triptych about broken adult-child trust
‘What a Girl Wants’ (2003) gives viewers what they want: Firth and Bynes
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This cute culture-clash comedy stands as Bynes’ best film, as a teenager tracks down her absent father.
‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ (2019) introduces young readers to the genre
Book club book report: Despite its basic nature, Holly Jackson’s debut novel is a page-turning whodunit for adults, too.
‘Crazy/Beautiful’ (2001) adds earthy appeal to the ‘troubled teen’ subgenre
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This is one of Kirsten Dunst’s many standout turns from the era, and Jay Hernandez and Bruce Davison are also crazy-good.
According to me, ‘According to Greta’ (2009) is Duff’s best film
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): A stellar supporting cast helps make this into a heartfelt movie about a teen with mental health issues.
‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ expands Godzilla lore
TV review: If you want more than just monsters from your “Godzilla” stories, “Monarch” adds a substantial dose of humanity. Plus monsters.
‘Taking of Deborah Logan’ (2014) taps into Alzheimer’s and cinematic horrors
Frightening Friday (Movie review): Director Adam Robitel’s career begins with an odd but intriguing blend of a real horror and the movie variety.
Hart, Grenier, Thomas dip into movies with ‘Drive Me Crazy’ (1999)
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): The stars and creator are better known for TV, but they come together for a heartfelt rom-com.
‘Homebodies’ (2023) a personal dive into modern office politics
Book club book report: Tembe Denton-Hurst bears her soul in a debut novel about a wronged woman who is sympathetic in part because she’s far from perfect.
10 things I like about ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ (1999)
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger prove they are dateable after all in this sweet, mildly edgy rom-com.