By Anne Brodie Spike Lee looks at the tragic history of African Americans in US wars in his stirring 2.5 hour Da 5 Bloods. Set within the story of four Vietnam veterans (Clarke Peters, Delroy Lindo, Isiah Whitlock Jr., and Norm Lewis) returning to ‘Nam to claim the remains of their comrade …
Three Unforgettable Documentary Shockers, Steve Coogan and Rob Bryden Battle It Out for Comic Supremacy in Greece and Many More Worthies.
By Anne Brodie A startling documentary out of Norway may reveal more than its subject ever imagined. Czech artist Barbora Kysilkova’s weird emotional journey with addict and criminal Karl-Bertil Nordland is at the heart of this spellbinder. Fortuitous archives, incredible access and footage shot …
Start Your Weekend with a Nerve-Jangling Surveillance Thriller, an Historical Sex Romp, and Wally Lamb’s Bestseller Adaptation and Adorable Dogs!
By Anne Brodie The Capture on Amazon Prime Video A British soldier played by Callum Turner comes home from war to fight the biggest fight of his life – against his own government. He’s imprisoned for the controversial kill of a Taliban fighter and released early. He and his barrister share a …
Michelle Obama Love, Science, Crime, Politics vs the Individual, Mother’s Day Blumhoused and the Fortitude of a War Correspondent.
By Anne Brodie Michelle Obama personified inspiration, celebration and hope in the White House and continues that legacy out in the world. She is the only black American First Lady and she celebrates her roots in slavery, managing to find the lessons and history we need. Her terms beside …
Mood: At Least Things Aren’t This Bad, What to Watch to Feel Better Plus Overdue Beatles Joy!
By Anne Brodie Threads - Mick Jackson's excellent account of a fictional nuclear attack on Sheffield, England, and long-term effects of nuclear war on civilization. Contagion –Steven Soderbergh’s star-studded pandemic drama. Outbreak – Dustin Hoffman and Renee Russo battle a …