Confessions of a Not-So-Dangerous Mind*

A True Hollywood Story

My first "Hollywood" experience happened way back in the Fall of 1997, as my adaptation of Alfred Slote's terrific book The Biggest Victory was optioned by an Emmy-winning producer.

The Great Movies: Escape from Alcatraz

The newest entry in our continuing series The Great Movies is Don Siegel's fascinating recreation of the only successful breakout from Alcatraz prison.

Most Overhyped Movies: Interview with the Vampire

The newest entry in our continuing series of Most Overhyped Movies is Neil Jordan's 1994 adaptation of Anne Rice's bestselling novel, Interview with the Vampire.

The Great Movies: Catch Me If You Can

The newest entry in our continuing series The Great Movies is Steven Spielberg's strong collab with Tom Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio, Catch Me If You Can.

Guilty Pleasure Movies: Point Break (1991

The newest entry in our continuing series of Guilty Pleasure Movies is Kathryn Bigelow's legendary 1991 action thriller Point Break.

A Civil Action, "The Best Movie You've Never Seen"

The newest entry in our continuing series The Best Movie You've Never Seen is Steven Zaillian's hugely underrated 1998 legal drama A Civil Action.

"The Great Movies": Charade (1963)

Stanley Donen's sparkling romantic mystery Charade is the newest entry in our continuing series, "The Great Movies."

Christian Bale, "The Transforming Man"

Happy 51st birthday to Oscar winning actor Christian Bale, who throughout his stupendous career has repeatedly transformed his body in the name of his craft.

John Goodman's Acting Masterclass: Matinee Turns 32 🍿

Joe Dante's loving tribute to the classic goofy sci-fi horror films of the 1950's, Matinee features the single finest performance of John Goodman's career.

Frazier, Ali, and "Superfight II"

On January 28, 1974, great rivals Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali met for the 2nd time at Madison Square Garden. Ali avenged his earlier defeat to Frazier in 1971's Fight of the Century, outboxing Joe on his way to a clear points win.