Reviews
Today’s consumers have more entertainment options than ever before thanks to technology and the explosion of new media outlets. That’s why Hollywood in Toto will help readers suss out the very best content across media. We all lead busy lives. Let’s consume only the highest quality movies, television shows and music with our limited leisure time.
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How Disney’s ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’ Broke Some, Not All, of the Rules
Adapting Victor Hugo’s “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” into an animated musical, let alone a family film bearing the Walt…
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How Rob Reiner’s ‘Stand By Me’ Saved Stephen King Movies
Rob Reiner’s “Stand By Me” (1986) was a major turning point, both for the director and the state of Stephen…
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How ‘Cable Guy’ Went from Flop to Jim Carrey Cult Classic
Ben Stiller’s “The Cable Guy” was ahead of its time and too hip for the room in 1996. Arriving not…
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‘Point Break’ – The Ultimate Summer Movie?
In the opening scenes of Kathryn Bigelow’s “Point Break” (1991), a rapturous day of surf is intercut with a gun…
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‘T2’ at 30: Cameron Says We’re Doomed
There’s a contemplative moment in James Cameron’s “Terminator 2: Judgement Day” where Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Terminator and humanity’s last hope, John…
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‘Forever Purge’ Follows Far-Left’s Fear of White Supremacy, Ignores Antifa
The “Purge” franchise offers a glimpse into the progressive mindset. Previous installments slammed Christians as monsters, railed against President Donald…
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‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’ at 20: Angelina Jolie Does the Impossible
When we meet wealthy archeologist Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie), she’s hanging upside down, about to partake in a training session…
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‘Black Widow’ – That MCU Magic Is Gone
Three letters dominated pop culture over the past decade. MCU, or the Marvel Cinematic Universe for those who don’t frequent…
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‘Beneath Us’ Parodies Socially Conscious Horror (By Accident)
The concept behind “Beneath Us” is deeply political in a way that needs little embellishment. Four day laborers are tortured…
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Why ‘Bugsy’ Belongs in the ’90s Gangster Movie Pantheon
When we meet Benjamin Siegel (Warren Beatty), he’s deep into his lifelong cycle as an infamous criminal, a hotheaded killer,…
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