For Your Consideration is a short film that shows what happens when entitled women get together to make a film in hopes of winning Oscars. The Sundance Film Festival has a way of making things happen. This is the goal of the three women who meet at the LA member’s only club. And yes, there are stereotypes involved when it comes to putting this idea together. Prison reform is one of the ideas that’s thrown…
"For Your Consideration: A Short Film"
The Ice Road offers a nice change of pace and thrills for action star Liam Neeson in this solid B movie now streaming on Netflix. Widows and Ordinary Love aside, it feels like a lot of Liam Neeson films of late are Taken or something not far from the formula. That’s why this film, which offers no shortage of thrills, is such a breath of fresh air. Sure, Netflix keeps churning films out but this…
"The Ice Road: A Change Of Page for Liam Neeson"
Rooftop Films premieres the 1970s New York City-set comedy Inspector Ike, inspired by the likes of Columbo and The Naked Gun. After moving around the world, Inspector Ike (Ikechukwu Ufomadu) relocated back to New York City. It’s here where he joined the force and became the greatest police detective. He’s not a bumbling idiot and certainly doesn’t play the role in a way that Leslie Nielsen might. Ufomadu plays the detective with a deadpan delivery…
"Inspector Ike Inspired By Columbo, The Naked Gun" Graham Mason spoke with Solzy at the Movies about Inspector Ike, which will screen during the Rooftop Films Summer Series. The screening, which serves as the physical premiere, takes place on Saturday night. What was the genesis behind the screenplay for Inspector Ike? Graham Mason: Ike is someone that I was a big fan of on the comedy scene out here in Brooklyn. We had worked together on a few projects and at some point…
"Graham Mason talks Inspector Ike"
The U.S. Olympic Trials are underway with Gymnastics coming into the spotlight NBC as the Summer Olympics in Tokyo inches closer. With swimming and diving already completed and Track and Field coming to a close this weekend, it’s time to see who gets to represent Team USA in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for gymnastics. The action begins with the men’s competition taking place on Thursday, June 24 at 6:30 PM ET on NBCSN and…
"U.S. Olympic Trials – Gymnastics – Tokyo 2020"
Yellowstone Supervolcano: American Doomsday explores the inner workings of the Yellowstone caldera and the disaster that could happen. The Yellowstone National Park might look beautiful on the outside. Underneath the surface, however, lurks a threat to every living creature on this earth. Throughout the 80ish-minute documentary special, a number of experts will tell us what we may be in for by looking at the past. One volcanic expert takes us some 120 feet below the…
"Yellowstone Supervolcano: American Doomsday"
Disney+ just announced the list of original films and series, the latest episodes, and new library titles that are arriving in July. Library title availability varies by region and subject to change. What follows below are titles joining the service in the U.S. One quick thing to note is that after Disney+ announced their July titles, they announced that The Mysterious Benedict Society would premiere with two episodes. I’ve updated those episode numbers accordingly. Friday,…
"Disney+: What’s Coming in July"
Netflix announced the list of movies, television series, and specials that are coming and leaving the streaming service in July. All titles and dates are subject to change Coming Soon Cheech & Chong’s Still Smokin Feels Like Ishq — NETFLIX SERIES ?? Short films follow young adults as they navigate the gamut of emotions that come with finding romantic connection in unexpected places. How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast): Season 3 — NETFLIX SERIES ??…
"Netflix: Coming and Leaving in July"
Comedian Iliza Shlesinger draws on her own experiences in Good on Paper and turns her catharsis into a comedic work of art. Iliza Shlesinger not only stars in this film but she cleverly wrote the script, too. When it comes to comedy, there’s a way of bringing catharsis into work whether it’s on stage or in a script. On screen, she plays a role that’s not too far from who she is in a real…
"Good on Paper: A Mostly True Love Story"
Hannah Marks is back with her newest film, Mark, Mary & Some Other People, about newlyweds exploring relationships with others. After reuniting at a convenience story, Mark (Ben Rosenfield) and Mary (Hayley Law) end up getting married. That may be fine and all but early on, they decide to explore “ethical non-monogamy.” Mary is the one that wants to explore an open marriage and surprisingly, Mark is on board with this. Is this the best…
"Mark, Mary & Some Other People – Tribeca 2021"
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