Confessions of a Not-So-Dangerous Mind*

Robert Duvall Turns 94: A look back at his massively underrated performance in The Natural (1984)

Robert Duvall, Oscar winner and legend, turns 94 today. Join me for a look back at his tricky performance as Max Mercy in The Natural.

The Old Dark House, "The Best Movie You've Never Seen"

The newest entry in our continuing series "The Best Movie You've Never Seen" is James Whale's fantastic 1932 comedy/horror film The Old Dark House.

Sergio Leone, In Memoriam

Sergio Leone would've been 96 years old today. Join me for a look back at the career of "Quentin Tarantino's Favorite Filmmaker."

Palmetto (1998): "The Best Movie You've Never Seen"

The newest entry in our continuing series The Best Movie You've Never Seen is the hugely underrated 1998 noir/mystery Palmetto.

An Appreciation of Film Industry Legend William K. Everson

I met Professor William Keith Everson during my first semester at NYU, Fall 1994. The noted author, film preservationist, frequent talk show guest, and friend to everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Martin Scorsese also "rescued" numerous classic movies which would otherwise be lost to history.

"Endings and Beginnings": NYE '24

Been an up and down 2024 for so many of us. Join me for a humorous look back at my wacky year, and thoughts on expectations for '25.

On Aging i.e. "Chapter 51"

Turned 51 on 12/29/2024. Join me for an often humorous discussion of aging, fitness, Gen X'ers vs. Young Boomers, and learning not to judge entire years by "did we achieve all of our goals."

Denzel Washington Turns 70

Join me for a look back at the life and career of one of the unquestioned GOATS of film acting.

Twilight (1998): The Best Movie You've Never Seen

Robert Benton's solid mystery/thriller Twilight features the legendary Paul Newman in his final lead role, backed by a spectacular supporting cast.

Guilty Pleasure Movies: The Adventures of Ford Fairlane

Renny Harlin's second big movie opening Summer 1990, The Adventures of Ford Fairlane finds polarizing stand up comic Andrew Dice Clay as a "Rock-n-Roll Detective."