Review: “Blinded by the Light”

3.5 out of 5 stars. Being a fan of something goes beyond merely enjoying the work of a person, or liking a certain movie, musician, book, TV show, or sports team. It can move you in ways that are indescribable, and have a profound impact on your life. This impact is explored in “Blinded by […]

Review: “The Farewell”

4.5 out of 5 stars. In America, one’s life is one’s own. But in China, one’s life is a part of something bigger. This cultural divide is a major player in “The Farewell,” a comedy/drama written and directed by Lula Wang, based on a story from her own life. It’s a story that’s simultaneously light […]

Review: “Dora and the Lost City of Gold”

3.5 out of 5 stars. When a live-action adaptation of the popular children’s cartoon “Dora the Explorer” was first announced there was a lot of confusion as to just what exactly that would look like. The show was a staple of the Nick Jr. block on Nickelodeon for eight seasons, with viewers following young Dora, […]

Review: “Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw”

2.5 out of 5 stars. There’s at least one thing that can be said about “Hobbs & Shaw”: it knows exactly what it is, and doesn’t try to do anything more than that. At the same time, this spinoff of the “Fast and Furious” franchise proves that there is little left for this series to […]