To Be Published Upon Gene Shalit’s Passing
The esteemed critic consistently sported a trademark Shalitfro/moustache/spectacles combo, and was a staple figure on the TODAY show.
Tag: Reviews
10 Cloverfield Lane Wikipedia Plot Summary Review
Clocking in at 512 words, 10 Cloverfield Lane's word count is appropriate for its genre, however its denouement paragraph does linger a bit too long.
An Open Letter to Filmmakers from a Critic
You filmmakers always say the same thing: "Make your own film if you're such an expert!" Well guess what, I don't NEED to. I have snark and a cultural studies degree.
The Paris Review: Jason Half-Pillow, The Art of Fiction No. 501
Jason Half-Pillow has been published in countless literary magazines that few people have read, and no one has read cover to cover, including their editors.
Death Responds to His Performance Review at Thompson and Griffin Funeral Home
It's not that I don't feel valued here, it's just that I want my value to be more externally expressed. I feel this place has gotten more life-affirming over the years.
An Idiotic Review: 4 Questionable Facts About Ladies Jeans
Writing about woman and topics related to them is one of the most difficult tasks which do exist. It's become even more challenging for me, being of very conservative society.
Movie Reviews of John and Bethany’s Sex Tape
"Although it's clear there's certainly some raw talent here, it needs to be given a good spit shine. Also, rocking bod, Beth." -Gary Summers, Washington Post
2012 Superhero Performance Review
No matter how important or powerful you are, everyone always ends up answering to someone. Superheroes are no exception, so I've taken it upon myself to judge them.
Album Review: “Let Me Touch Him” by the Minister’s Quartet
Meet the Minister's Quartet: four holy men who created one of the most historic albums ever to grace vinyl. Since its release, "Let Me Touch Him" has garnered a plethora of awards.
Charlie & Luther Review the Oscar Nominees: “Toy Story 3”
Toy Story 3 tugs at all the right heart strings, evoking feelings of nostalgia, sadness, and the tragedy of the passage of time. But is it a great movie? That's hard to say.
Charlie & Luther Review the Oscar Nominees: “The Social Network”
What makes The Social Network work so well is the fact that the movie is completely devoid of fat. The characters speak with great energy and Trent Reznor's soundtrack drives the film forward with a stressful frenzy.
Charlie & Luther Review the Oscar Nominees: “Inception”
Today we're going to be discussing Christopher Nolan's Inception, a film that, along with Toy Story 3, seems like a bit of a black sheep among the Best Picture nominees.