My Top 10 Movies for Cinephiles and Pop Culture Nerds

I write a top ten list every once in a while to help my SEO because we all need to be shameless to a degree, but also so future generations can discuss my likes. I have no idea what my great-grandfather back in Ireland had in his top ten songs. I’d wager “Pass Me Not,…

Why Jackie Brown is Tarantino’s Best Film

With his unique style and over-the-top violence, Quentin Tarantino has crafted some incredible films over the years. But in my opinion, his most nuanced and compelling work is 1997’s Jackie Brown. Now available to watch on Amazon Prime, Jackie Brown stands out for its restraint and subtlety compared to Tarantino’s other films.  I’ve always liked…

My 10 Favorite Things on Prime: Beautifully Unboring

Prime  Video has been in the news for some really bloated programs.  While Prime has had its share of hits, it’s also had a few recent misfires that have left viewers disappointed.  Has anyone gotten past episode 3 of “The Wheel of Time,” a sprawling fantasy series, that was touted as an epic adventure but…