If he’d given us only that goofy pre-election Obama endorsement, reprising the characters he grew up playing on TV, director Ron Howard would be well advised to avoid political filmmaking. But here’s Frost/Nixon—which, although timely with the departure of the often-Nixon-equated George W. Bush, has a prognosis for America that’s more to do with growing […]
If he’d given us only that goofy pre-election Obama endorsement, reprising the characters he grew up playing on TV, director Ron Howard would be well advised to avoid political filmmaking. But here’s Frost/Nixon—which, although timely with the departure of the often-Nixon-equated George W. Bush, has a prognosis for America that’s more to do with growing […]
“Top Chef” Wednesday 10pm, Bravo We’re down to the final four, and I find myself torn. Not about who should win—the answer is obviously Stefan, who has been a dominating force since day one. But about how I feel about the season as a whole. I prefer the contestants as people to the obnoxious batch […]
Confessions of a Shopaholic (PG, 112 minutes) When used in moderation, shopahol can enhance the joy of life. But for Isla Fisher, as a young, suddenly popular advice columnist in New York City, moderation might not be an option. Who knows, maybe debt-reduction rom-com based on Sophie Kinsella’s chick-lit bestseller is just what’s called for […]
Brendan Fitzgerald also writes Feedback, c-ville.com’s music and arts blog.
Brendan Fitzgerald also writes Feedback, c-ville.com’s music and arts blog.
Some movies elevate our spirits with the reassurance of common humanity. Some drive us back to the books from which they were derived by whetting our appetite for life; some, by spoiling it. You can see where this is going. Should I call him? Ginnifer Goodwin and a gaggle of gal-pals deal with dude problems […]
“Nip/Tuck” Tuesday 10pm, F/X I had given up on this outrageous plastic-surgery drama a few seasons back. Then I caught a recent episode and nearly flipped my shit. The show is crazier than ever, and I love it. Storylines include a woman with a family history of breast cancer who is so convinced that she’ll […]
Confessions of a Shopaholic (PG, 112 minutes) When used in moderation, shopahol can enhance the joy of life. But for Isla Fisher, as a young, suddenly popular advice columnist in New York City, moderation might not be an option. Who knows, maybe debt-reduction rom-com based on Sophie Kinsella’s chick-lit bestseller is just what’s called for […]
Outside of animation-fanboy circles, not many people know Henry Selick’s name. Go ask a random handful of strangers who directed 1993’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and you’ll probably hear a lot of people tell you what huge Tim Burton fans they are. True, Burton conceived and produced that film, but it was Selick, the meticulously […]
“51st Annual Grammy Awards” Sunday 8pm, CBS I actually like most of the Grammy nominees this time around. It’s a tough call for Record of the Year; I’d be pleased if it went to soulful British chanteuse Adele for “Chasing Pavements,” Coldplay for the sublime “Viva la Vida,” or M.I.A.’s undeniable “Paper Planes.” I’m still […]