According to Merriam-Webster, smile is defined as a facial expression in which the eyes brighten and the corners of the mouth curve slightly upward and which expresses especially amusement, pleasure, approval, or sometimes scorn. Maybe that’s why this particular expression can be seen as heartwarming or even unsettling, at times, since it’s true nature is …
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The Reel Godfather’s Top Films of 2019
With another year coming to an end, it’s always fun to look back at which films caught my eye. Early in the calendar year tends to be a bit soft with momentum building up as the fourth quarter rolls around. Obviously the strategy behind this tried and true formula is, in large part, for award …
Time for a Reel JOKER review
About the film (courtesy of Warner Bros.): Director Todd Phillips Joker centers around the iconic arch nemesis and is an original, standalone fictional story not seen before on the big screen. Phillips’ exploration of Arthur Fleck, who is indelibly portrayed by Joaquin Phoenix, is of a man struggling to find his way in Gotham’s fractured …
See JOKER for free before it’s released to the public
I’m gonna make you another offer you can’t refuse. Here’s your chance to obtain passes to JOKER on October 2nd showing in Sterling Heights, MI. About the film: Director Todd Phillips “Joker” centers around the iconic arch nemesis and is an original, standalone fictional story not seen before on the big screen. Phillips’ exploration of …
MOVIE WARS: The Fall (and Winter) of 2019
Looking at the top movies that have ruled theaters domestically, a common theme has emerged. All that have cracked the top 20 have been part of an existing franchise, with the lone exception of Us and MAYBE Rocketman, if you want to get technical. Regardless of how you slice it up, original ideas have gone …