Classics Review: The Jungle Book (1967)

In 1894, Rudyard Kipling published a collection of stories in one novel titled, “The Jungle Book.” Set in India, the story follows a human or man-cub named, Mowgli. A boy raised by wolves. His friends Bagheera the Panther & Baloo the Bear protect him from a sinister tiger known as Shere Khan. In the early […]

Classics Review: Sweet Smell of Success

Sweet Smell of Success was officially released in 1957. (Sam year Akira Kurosawa’s Throne of Blood came out) At the time of its release, the film was poorly received and failed to make a profit at the box office. Overtime, it reached praise. In 1993, (the year I was born) Sweet Smell of Success was […]

Flashback Review: A Goofy Movie

We all know Goofy’s one of the most famous Disney characters. In 1992-1993, Mickey Mouse’s pal starred in his own TV show titled, “Goof Troop” aired on ABC’s former programming block The Disney Afternoon. The show centers on Goofy, a single father raising his son Max. Pete (my all-time favorite Disney character) lives next door […]

Classics Review: The Most Dangerous Game

In 1924, author/journalist Richard Connell published a short story titled, “The Most Dangerous Game.” The Premise involves a Hunter who’s washed ashore in an island inhabited by a man who likes to hunt down his captivates. Eight Years Later, the short story was adapted into a film. Released in 1932, (same year the original Mummy […]

Classics Review: Red River

“Red River” was officially released in 1948. It earned good reviews from critics and movie goers alike. As well as making enough money at the box office. The Criterion Collection digitally restored Red River on DVD/Blu-Ray as spine number 709. Which film in The Criterion Collection should I review next? Please leave a comment and […]

Classics Review: The High and the Mighty

“The High and the Mighty” was officially released in 1954. (same year On the Waterfront came out) It received positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. In addition to praise, it made enough revenue at the box office. The High and The Mighty won an Oscar for “Best Original Score.” The High and the […]