“American Splendor”

“American Splendor” is an odd little biography of Harvey Pekar (of whom I had never heard of before this film). The title comes from the name of his series of comic books about his depressing life. It successfully uses the unusual blending of comic book presentation, interviews with the subjects, behind the scenes footage, old […]

“Gigli”

“Gigli” is a foul-mouthed, lifeless double vanity piece. A contender for the list of the ten worst films of 2003. ACTING = Be sure to miss the one scene each of overacting cameos by Al Pacino, Christopher Walken, and Lainie Kazan; otherwise, no comment. DIRECTING = out to lunch PHOTOGRAPHY = when in doubt, do […]

“Camp”

“Camp” takes place at a summer camp for teenagers who are interested in being entertainers. Unfortunately, this effort is mostly a series of cliches and not-to-be-believed scenes. As far as the comparison to other movies, it is a low-rent “Fame’ wannabe. It is, however, a good showcase for some talented newcomers. GRADE = “C+”

Bob Hopes dies at 100!

I thought that this man was gonna last forever!! He did live a good long life. I didn’t known that he was born in London to British parents til recently. My mother remember him entertaining the troops in the Vietnam War. Her oldest brother was in paratrooper in that war. She and her siblings grow […]

Liza Calls It Quits from lastest husband

by BeatBoxBetty Well, it’s now official. While their lavish wedding was only 16 months ago, Liza Minnelli has called it quits with hubby David Gest. While rumors were circulating months ago that the 57-year-old singer and 49-year-old “promoter” were on their way out, Liza’s publicist has told reporters: “I can confirm that they’re separated, but […]