Daily Archives: May 17, 2025

Classic Film Review: MGM’s Blunt, if Belated Warning about Fascism — “The Mortal Storm”

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Roger Moore

The first time I pondered the “coincidence” of a classic film turning up on my TV at a particular moment in history was coming home from school in the ’70s and seeing the Cold War era gem “Seven Days in … Continue reading →

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Movie Preview: Sydney Sweeney’s committed a crime, Mom Julianne Moore “took care of it” — “Echo Valley”

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Roger Moore

Yes, this trailer to the June 13 Apple TV+ release pretty much gives away the whole show. It’s an 83 minute long thriller, guys. TOO MUCH PLOT is spoiler alerted in this. Domhnall Gleeson, Fiona Shaw and Kyle MacLachlan join … Continue reading →

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Movie Preview: An extended family of French descendents learn about their shared ancestor and 19th century life — “Colours of Time”

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Roger Moore

This French period piece/fantasy stars and Suzanne Lindon, Julia Piaton, Zinedine Soualem, Cécile de France and Paul Kircher. François Berléand plays Victor Hugo, which tells us where director and co-writer Cédric Klapisch (“The Spanish Apartment,” “Rise,” “Chinese Puzzle,” “Family Resemblences”) … Continue reading →

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