Director and co-writer Guillermo del Toro puts a lot of winning elements from successful films into a blender and delivers “The Shape of Water” (2017), now in theatrical wide release. Mixing familiar substance with loads […]
Movie review: This long-awaited sequel indulges in its evocative settings and vibe.
One of my bosses encouraged us to attend “The Post” (2017) – which recently got a wide theatrical release – to rekindle our passion for newspapering. The film encourages some of that spirit, no doubt, but […]
There were a lot of great films in 2017. So many, in fact, that this year I have decided to do a top 20 list instead of my usual top 10. It means more writing, […]
John’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” review, johnvhansen.com, Dec. 1, 2016 John’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” flashback review, Jan. 15, 2018
John’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2” review, johnvhansen.com, July 18, 2011 John’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2” flashback review, Jan. 13, 2018
John’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1” review, johnvhansen.com, Nov. 19, 2010 John’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1” flashback review, Jan. 13, 2018
My series looking back at the “Harry Potter” films continues with Year 7, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Parts 1 and 2” (2010-11):
My series looking back at the “Harry Potter” films continues with Year 6, “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009):
John’s “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” review, johnvhansen.com, July 15, 2009 John’s “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” flashback review, Jan. 11, 2018