Daily Archives: May 8, 2020

Movie Review: Oscar-nominated “Theeb” takes Lawrence out of Arabia

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Roger Moore

“Theeb” is a Bedouin parable set against the backdrop of “Lawrence of Arabia.” I mean that literally. It was filmed in the Wadi Rum of Jordan, covering the same geography and topography that David Lean’s masterpiece captured on film. There’s … Continue reading →

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Netflixable? “The Lift Boy” is stuck on the (sentimental) ground floor

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Roger Moore

“The Lift Boy” is a simple and somewhat simple-minded and archaic tale of a “spoiled” young Mumbai man who learns to appreciate the value of menial work and the rippling power of kindness — “good karma” — by taking over … Continue reading →

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Documentary Review: Michelle Obama’s “Becoming” tour gets at her appeal

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Roger Moore

As an entertainment journalist, I’ve been to a lot of book signings over the years — decades. And for all the excitement that gets fans worked up to meet their idol — novelist, film memoirist or whoever — I’ve never … Continue reading →

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