Leonard Bernstein’s life is an interesting one. He’s an accomplished composer and conductor and has a wonderful family. But that’s not enough. Directed by Bradley Cooper (who plays Bernstein) watch how his success (and affairs) affect his marriage to Felicia Bernstein (played by Carrie Mulligan, Promising Young Woman). I had high hopes for this movie … Continue reading Maestro
Napoleon Bonaparte, was small in stature but huge in ambition. Ridley Scott's newest film has Joaquin Phoenix playing Bonaparte. Right off the bat if you don't have a strong stomach, don't watch this. This movie makes the first 15 minutes of Saving Private Ryan look like a Hallmark movie. Once you get past the violence, … Continue reading Napoleon
Jose Hernandez from a young age dreamed of going to space. Growing up working in the fields with his family, he worked hard. Applying to NASA every year for over a decade, he refused to let any obstacle get in his way. Ultimately becoming one of the few selected to go on a mission. Hernandez … Continue reading A Million Miles Away
Priscilla Presley, the only wife of Elvis, and mother to the late Lisa Marie. A lot and a little is known about her thanks to her 1985 autobiography Elvis & Me. That book helped form this latest Sophia Coppola-directed film showing her relationship with Elvis from 14 to 28. Cailee Spaeny plays Priscilla and Jacob … Continue reading Priscilla
Number of episodes: 4 David Beckham, either you’ve heard of him because of his athletic career, his marriage to Posh Spice or because of Bend It like Beckham. This limited series takes you behind the scenes of someone who’s been pretty private about his accomplishments. Hear how he got his start, what it felt like … Continue reading Beckham
Warning: show depicts drug use in some episodes and sexual content Number of seasons: 2 The 1980s was the decade of the resurgence of the NBA’s popularity thanks to Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. From Jerry Buss buying the LA Lakers with a vision to the final game of the 1984 NBA finals, you see … Continue reading Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
George Foreman, whether you know him from his famous household grilles or his boxing career, we're talking about the same guy. Growing up in poverty in Houston, TX, Foreman figured out a way to get through life; fighting. From there his life goes up and down and through a miraculous revelation, he's led to faith. … Continue reading Big George Foreman
Okay, so Legolas (Orlando Bloom) has an idea to get all the top race car simulation players in the world to compete in order for one of them to be a professional driver. Enter Sheriff Hopper (David Harbour), a retired driver tasked as their chief engineer. Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, a … Continue reading Gran Turismo
Uncle Ben said it best "With great power comes great responsibility." Well in the 1940s, Robert Oppenheimer for the love of his country, embarked on a journey that would test his morals and endurance. In the heat of WW2, the US was looking for any way to beat Germany. The solution came after the announcement … Continue reading Oppenheimer
Flamin' Hot Cheetos, a snack we all know and love. Well, the idea sure didn't come from a white guy! Enter Richard Montañez, a Mexican-American who wanted to provide for his family. After getting a job as a janitor at the Frito-Lay plant in southern California, he came up with an idea for types of … Continue reading Flamin’ Hot
For years I’ve been waiting for Steven Spielberg to write an autobiography. I should have known that it would be in movie form! The Fabelmans was co-written and directed by Spielberg and is based on his childhood. It follows the fictitious Fabelman family from the 1950s to the late 60s, specifically from young Sammy’s perspective. … Continue reading The Fabelmans
I know what you’re thinking, ANOTHER Mark Wahlberg biopic. Who else can he play?! Well, this time it’s a foul-mouthed, alcoholic, aspiring actor who wants to become a priest. Based on a true story, Stu Long realized through a near-death experience that God has given him a second chance. With disapproval from his mom and … Continue reading Father Stu
