Based on a true story, Megan Leavey is a story of warriors?a Marine and her dog. But it is more than a war story. It is the story of a struggle to find one?s place in the world and the way a bond with another could provide a sense of meaning and purpose.
With a compelling story, great acting, and fantastic visuals, The Martian is a worthy film to be considered for this year?s Best Picture nomination.
Captive is a film that may please those who enjoy real-life stories mixed with a grittier-edge type of faith that isn?t too ham-handed with its presentation.
“You were robbed.” That’s the first thing I said to David Oyelowo upon getting him on the phone to discuss his upcoming film,?Captive, out on September 18. The deep, English laugh that follows tells me that Oyelowo knows?exactly?what I’m talking about, that is, the Oscar snub of his masterful performance as The Reverend Dr. Martin…
