The International

Imagine a bank, a big bank, that has too much power, and can’t be trusted with peoples’ money. No, I’m not talking about Citibank or Washington Mutual. I’m talking about The International, Tom Tykwer’s new and boring thriller about corrupt international banking.  Don’t let the word thriller fool you though, this movie was about as exciting as listening to CNN suck up to Obama 24/7. Clive Owen plays Louis Salinger,... Read More

Heaven

Heaven is the first installment of a heaven/hell/purgatory trilogy (co-written by Krzysztof Piesiewicz) planned by the late, Oscar-nominated Krzysztof Kieslowski.  Unfortunately, Kieslowsky died before the last two scripts were finished.  It’s a damn shame too, Heaven is a spellbinding and powerful piece that will enchant you. The film is directed by Tom Tykwer, the wicked talented guy who brought us Run Lola Run.  It takes place in Italy,... Read More