Reel Recon
Welcome to Reel Recon, my film review blog, which features movie and book reviews, podcast episodes, and celebrity interviews from my 15+ years as a film critic.
Nolan's 'Dark Knight Rises' is Fantastic Series Bookend
As a whole, THE DARK KNIGHT RISES is better than BATMAN BEGINS, although it's not nearly as powerful as THE DARK KNIGHT.
The Apocalypse is Beautifully Tragic in ‘Seeking a Friend for the End of the World’
SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLD effectively employs humor to make light of its apocalyptic premise, although it doesn’t treat its subject lightly.
'Safety Not Guaranteed' Is Enjoyable When Focusing on Time Travel
Colin Trevorrow’s indie dramedy SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED is a heartfelt and enjoyable movie, when it’s just focusing on time travel.