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Dennis Hopper: A rebel with a cause
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Friday, 04 June 2010 09:44
He never won an Oscar, despite two nominations. He rarely starred in a film, preferring, instead, to play the rich supporting part. And he never created a box office stampede that put him on top of a cinema pedestal. But when Dennis Hopper died last week, after battling cancer, he left behind a film legacy as rich as many a more honored performer. Hopper dared not only to defy conventional expectations but to redefine them. And, as a rebel throughout his career, he left an incredible collection of celluloid memories.
The Last Station: Celebrate the performances
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 27 May 2010 14:27
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, soon available on DVD, features Oscar-nominated performances by Helen Mirren and Christopher Plummer.
Please Give — A rare summer film
Written by Jonathan Schumann, Reel Son
Thursday, 13 May 2010 13:39
Since 1999, this column has offered the latest on new films in theaters as well as recent releases and classics available on DVD. This week, Jonathan Schumann, one of the ‘Reel Sons,’ reviews a new release available in theaters, Please Give, starring Academy Award nominee Catherine Keener.
Nine: An example of how not to make a musical
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Friday, 07 May 2010 14:52
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 DVD release — the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Nine.
Revisiting The Apartment: Perfect moment in time
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Friday, 30 April 2010 13:35
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 comedy from Billy Wilder, The Apartment.
A Prophet: Multi-award-winning French thriller
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Saturday, 24 April 2010 14:44
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 French thriller that swept the major categories in this year’s Cesar Awards, the French Oscars, and won the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
Robert Downey, Jr. as Sherlock Holmes, the action figure
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 15 April 2010 10:56
With the Oscars put away until next year, and movie theaters slowly opening appealing films until summer blockbusters appear, it’s a good time to check what’s available on DVD. This week, the Reel Dad takes a look at a new release, Sherlock Holmes, starring Robert Downey, Jr.
Clash of the Titans — A film so bad it’s fun
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 08 April 2010 10:59
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 remake of Clash of the Titans from the 1980s.
Whip It: Endearing family comedy, says Reel Mom
Written by Leann Schumann, Mother of Three
Thursday, 01 April 2010 12:52
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, he steps aside for the Reel Mom, who takes a look at the film Whip It, now available on DVD.
Green Zone with Matt Damon: Film lacks identity
Written by Mark Schumann, Father of Three
Thursday, 25 March 2010 12:35
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 military thriller starring Matt Damon.
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