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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘The King and I’: Shared Values Unite Cultures
A biography of Anna Leonowens, the widowed British educator who served the 19th century King of Siam, inspired a memorable film by director Walter Lang.
9/18/2023
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Ian Kane
‘Bulletproof Monk:’ A Thrilling, Action-Packed Buddy Comedy
This ‘gun fu’ flick carries a deeper message as a monk and young man team up against evil forces.
5/31/2024
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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘The Straight Story’: Mowing Grass, Mending Relationships
Richard Farnsworth gives a sensitive and caring performance while traveling on a lawn mower.
5/30/2024
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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘Volcano’: A Disaster Film With Wholesome Messages
Nature at its worst brings out humanity’s best.
5/28/2024
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Ian Kane
‘Blue Beetle:’ A Well-Intentioned, Nicely Produced Superhero Film
A superhero with a Latino background shows the importance of caring for family.
5/28/2024
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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘The Spirit of St. Louis’: James Stewart Flies a Special Plane
Billy Wilder brings to film Charles Lindbergh’s historic flight across the North Atlantic.
5/17/2024
Popcorn and Inspiration
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Ian Kane
‘Tokyo Olympiad’: Japan’s Homage to World Sport
Director Kon Ichikawa gives a beautiful cinematic celebration of our shared humanity.
5/6/2024
Popcorn and Inspiration
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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘The Black Stallion’: Untamed Power, Speed, Beauty, and Majesty
This film shows the bond between a boy and a wild horse.
4/21/2024
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Michael Clark
‘Tim’s Vermeer’: Duplicating a Masterwork
Magicians Penn Jillette and Teller lend their talents to a documentary that reveals a few centuries-old secrets.
4/17/2024
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Ian Kane
‘Penny Serenade’: Strong Emotions in Real Situations
Cary Grant stars in an unusually effective melodrama from Hollywood’s Golden Age.
4/8/2024
Popcorn and Inspiration
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Rudolph Lambert Fernandez
‘The Great Caruso’: An Italian Tenor’s Tryst With America
Mario Lanza is in his element in this musical biopic.
3/24/2024
