Hereafter: Thought-provoking, meaningful film

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 04 November 2010 12:06

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film from director Clint Eastwood, Hereafter.

RED: Predictable spy thriller, mindless diversion

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 28 October 2010 10:04

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, RED.

Any movie that gives the great Ernest Borgnine — now age 93 — a few days’ work can’t be all bad. And RED is not, by any means, all bad. It’s just not very good, certainly not as clever as the advertisements promise, and clearly not a film that everyone in the family will enjoy. What it offers, at best, is a mindless movie diversion for parents who enjoy seeing old stars shoot ‘em up for a couple of hours. RED feels as if it has been written and directed by committee, with each member trying to make a different film, and featuring a parade of actors who don’t have to break a sweat to entertain. Other than an employment opportunity for this collection of favorite performers, RED doesn’t offer much. But Oscar-winner Borgnine does have a good time.

Secretariat: Engaging family film from Disney

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 14 October 2010 09:39

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film from Disney, Secretariat.

The Social Network: Captivating and complex

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Wednesday, 06 October 2010 23:00

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, The Social Network.

Wall Street sequel: Too many promises, too little delivery

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 30 September 2010 11:08

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps.

The American: Creative, compelling character study

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 23 September 2010 13:04

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, The American.

Schindler’s List: Take a fresh look at a classic

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 16 September 2010 11:05

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a classic film, Schindler’s List.

Get Low: Thoughtful nourishment for the soul

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 09 September 2010 13:17

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, Get Low.

Cairo Time: Refreshing, satisfying drama

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 02 September 2010 13:17

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film, Cairo Time.

Nanny McPhee Returns: TV Movie on the big screen

Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 26 August 2010 11:23

Each week, the Reel Dad checks the nutritional value of a movie — new or classic — to help parents choose what to watch with their children. This week’s pick is a new film from Emma Thompson, Nanny McPhee Returns.