Directed by Darren Aronofsky, The Whale tells the story of Charlie (Brendan Fraser), an online writing instructor who struggles with obesity. Weighing 600 lbs, Charlie feels embarrassed by his appearance and hides away from the world in his apartment. However, when heart problems threaten his life, Charlie refuses medical attention other than the care of his friend…
After the Shrek franchise drifted off to Far, Far Away, the baton was handled to loveable Puss in Boots, giving the fairy tale world new financial legs. Now, after over a decade since the previous film, the swashbuckling feline returns in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, his second and? final? adventure. Directed by Joel Crawford, Puss…
Steven Spielberg has made a career out of sharing stories of others in ways that capture the heart and imagination. But with THE FABELMANS, he turns the camera on his own life, delving into his family and passion for film with captivating results. This week, author and friend to the show, Wade Bearden returns to…
Love him or hate him, James Cameron understands the cinematic experience. Over the last 40 years, Cameron has made a name for himself of creating spectacles on the big screen. Through his career, Cameron has become known for his insane attention to detail, his lack of care for budgets and his passion for making the…
To study film is often tied with the study of humanity. Whether the truth or fiction, film offers an opportunity for us to speak our stories and gaze into the human soul. Storytelling is one of our most primal instincts and film is one avenue through which we can understand each other a little bit…
Set in the American South, the new documentary Free Puppies! is an eye-opening journey into the scary realities of those involved in animal rescue. Directed by Samantha Wishman and Christina Thomas, Puppies! tells the story of the innumerable volunteers?most often women?who work tirelessly to save the lives of animals on a daily basis. Following rescuers Monda Wooten, Ann Brown…
Casper Kelly is made a name for himself by leaning into the chaotic and bizarre. Breaking onto the scene several years ago with his viral video,?Too Many Cooks, Kelly took the traditional 90s sitcom and turned it on its ear (and then some). Devolving into chaotic madness, the short became a huge hit and established…
Sometimes, in the midst of the trials around you, you need to hear a new story in order to remember what could be. Set in an English coastal town in the early 1980s, Empire of Light tells the story of Hillary (Olivia Colman), the cinema manager of the Empire Theatre. Despite struggling with mental health issues and…
The battle for freedom begins with blood and is fueled by faith. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, Emancipation is based on the true story of Peter (Will Smith), a beloved husband and father during the time of slavery. When he escapes from captivity, Peter?s love for his family and commitment to faith give him the motivation that he…
Before we talk about Baking All the Way, it?s worth noting that you?ve already decided whether or not you like the film. The Hallmark Christmas-style film has evolved over the years and become more prominent on our screens. With a growing legion of fans, these simple tales of holiday romance are loved by many but maligned…
