Public Domain Theater: Battleship Potemkin (& “I Never Changes My Altitude”)
The 1925 Soviet epic, plus a super-fun Popeye cartoon! Continue reading Public Domain Theater: Battleship Potemkin (& “I Never Changes My Altitude”)
Category: Movies
For the discussion of film
Jurassic World Rebirth: Spoiler Space
Dinosaurs + Mercs + Nuclear Family = Fun?! We need a proper choreographer to stage the set piece moments. These lack tension and spatial awareness. Also, there are too many characters. Please eat four more. And give someone a proper … Continue reading Jurassic World Rebirth: Spoiler Space
Director Profile: John Cassavetes
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… John Cassavetes. Highly recommended: Shadows, Faces, … Continue reading Director Profile: John Cassavetes
The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (07/01)
Sometimes the stars just happen to align. And this week the stars have aligned for me boy howdy. In the various threads I post on here I am pretty upfront about my background, my profession, sometimes relevant family members, hobbies … Continue reading The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (07/01)
F1 is a Star Vehicle — Weekend Box Office Report for June 27th-June 29th, 2025
And M3GAN doesn’t slay. Continue reading F1 is a Star Vehicle — Weekend Box Office Report for June 27th-June 29th, 2025
Superman Topic IV: The Justice Gang
In the lead-up to James Gunn’s Superman, I’m writing a series of short essays about what I think are the important things I feel ought to be in a Superman movie. Or at least, this one. Not every Supe movie … Continue reading Superman Topic IV: The Justice Gang
The Avocado Movie Club #26: Bound (1996)
“I’m not apologizing for what I did. I’m apologizing for what I didn’t do.” Continue reading The Avocado Movie Club #26: Bound (1996)
New F4: First Steps Trailer Discussion Thread
Looks like Sue has the baby during the course of the film, so “First Steps” has a nee meaning, huh? (new… why you doing me like this, WordPress?) Continue reading New F4: First Steps Trailer Discussion Thread
Your Top Ten Movies of the Century
It’s mindboggling to think about, but we are about 25% through with the 21st Century. To mark this occasion, the New York Times is running a poll on your Top Ten Movies of the 21st Century: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/movies/reader-ballot-movies-21st-century.html The poll is … Continue reading Your Top Ten Movies of the Century
Director Profile: Hong Sang-soo
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Hong Sang-soo. Highly recommended: Right Now, … Continue reading Director Profile: Hong Sang-soo
The History Thread Performs
This week’s History Thread prompt: favorite portrayals of a historical figure in film or television? (Or heck, throw in theater if you?) You can also add worst portrayals for fun. Richard Nixon of course has been portrayed on film about … Continue reading The History Thread Performs
The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (6/24)
Looking at this past weeks new theatrical releases a though struck me when I noticed 28 Years Later. There was a time when Zombie movies were huge, and it was not that long ago. A few good ones like Shaun … Continue reading The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (6/24)
LGBT Movies: Stonewall (1995)
On June 28, 1969 members of the NYPD attacked the LGBTQ patrons at the Stonewall Inn. Raids were common but that night the patrons fought back. The battle led to a riot that galvanized the struggling queer rights movement. 1995’s … Continue reading LGBT Movies: Stonewall (1995)
Toothless Eats Elio — Weekend Box Office Report for June 20th-June 22nd, 2025
Also, the hotly anticipated Bride Hard opens. Continue reading Toothless Eats Elio — Weekend Box Office Report for June 20th-June 22nd, 2025
The Discount Spinner Rack: THE SHADOW (1994)
Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? Alec Baldwin, apparently! Gaze into the cold, black eyes of yet another attempt by Hollywood to exploit early-90s Bat-Mania with a retro pulp cash-grab. But at least this time the guy has a cape! Continue reading The Discount Spinner Rack: THE SHADOW (1994)
Director Profile: Richard Donner
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Richard Donner. Highly recommended: The Omen, … Continue reading Director Profile: Richard Donner
The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (06/17)
If you have ever owned a car for a longer period of time then there is a fair chance you understand how expensive maintenance is. Luckily growing up we had a guy. He was efficient, honest (so he didnt overcharge … Continue reading The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (06/17)
LGBT Movies: Torch Song Trilogy (1988)
Arnold, a New York drag queen, experiences love and loss. He gains self-respect and the courage to stand up for himself. Harvey Fierstein wrote and starred in three separate plays about the character. Then combined them into one epic story. … Continue reading LGBT Movies: Torch Song Trilogy (1988)
Dragon Soars — Weekend Box Office Report for June 13th-June 15th, 2025
“Baby we’re living in a Materialists world, and I am a Materialists girl…” Continue reading Dragon Soars — Weekend Box Office Report for June 13th-June 15th, 2025
Superman Topic III: The Kents
In the lead-up to James Gunn’s Superman, I’m writing a series of short essays about what I think are the important things I feel ought to be in a Superman movie. Or at least, this one. Not every Supe movie … Continue reading Superman Topic III: The Kents
The Avocado Movie Club #25: A Fantastic Woman (2017)
“Love isn’t something you search for.”
Continue reading The Avocado Movie Club #25: A Fantastic Woman (2017)
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