Author Archives: Roger Moore

  There are many “issues” weighing down the “inspired by true events” thriller “The Red Sea Diving Resort,” starting with its generic action pic dialogue, patronizing “white saviors in Africa” messaging and cliff-hanging story beats borrowed from films as varied … Continue reading →

From Orion Pictures, a twisted take on a Grimm tale. A 2020 release.

Nobody is likely to reinvent the biographical pop music documentary, so the difference between good films in the genre generally just boils down to taste. You love Bill Withers, or Streisand or Hendrix, Dylan or Keith Richards or Linda Ronstadt, … Continue reading →

“Netflixable” is a movie fan’s euphemism for “time killer” or, in literary terms, “a beach book.” It’s what we used to say when we’d see a movie with iffy prospects and mixed reviews. “I’ll wait for it on cable…Redbox,” etc. … Continue reading →

Michael Waltrip is an affable NASCAR retiree and Fox Sports color commentator, much like his older brother, NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip. And like Darrell, Michael has a tendency to wear his heart on his sleeve. That, and Michael’s connection to … Continue reading →

He’s older now, pushing 50. And if Mr. “Black don’t Crack, we smoke it” hasn’t matured — not a lick — so be it. Marlon Wayans remains a screen comic in search of a sketch comedy show that can contain … Continue reading →

“Major back injuries.” Hoping for the best for Kev Hart. Not being “cute” with the photo choice. Just the most readily available. https://www.mercurynews.com/2019/09/01/comedian-kevin-hart-injured-in-southern-california-car-crash /

Hunkering down in the Fla. coast, within sight of the Kennedy Space Center. First comes the wind, then goes the wifi. Then the power. Guessing this latest storm is killing my “It Chapter 2” screening. So long as that’s all … Continue reading →

Not a good weekend for John Travolta in the movies. It’s been obvious for a few years now that JT has a future… in streaming and cable. His big screen career has been on a slide, but selling a single … Continue reading →

My hat is off to any filmmaker who attempts a period piece, and the look and feel of “The Riot Act” is striking and believably late 19th century. A tale of love, murder and revenge that borrows from “Hamlet,” it’s … Continue reading →