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 Maestro Walter Hill Stumbled on ‘Fire’ Flop
Nearly every movie Walter Hill has made is a western … of sorts. The veteran filmmaker either makes literal horse…
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HiT Reviews: ‘Snatched,’ ‘King Arthur’
The Amy Schumer persona, after only two movies, is etched in stone. She’s sexually aggressive and unapologetic about it. She…
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Waters’ ‘Serial Mom’ Mainstreamed ‘King of Filth’
It’s an odd thing to write about the reputable film work of the professionally disreputable Baltimore filmmaker John Waters… but…
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‘Guardians Vol. 2’ Is the Letdown You Feared Most
“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” was inevitable, but not in the way you might think. It was only a…
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‘Saturday Night Fever’ Is Better Than You Remember
How can a film drenched in disco be so … timeless? “Saturday Night Fever” is the ultimate ’70s movie, a time…
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This Forgotten Eastwood Film Deserves Some Love
Clint Eastwood remains one of our most iconic movie stars, but his directorial efforts are perhaps even more intriguing than…
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Somber ‘Secret Garden’ Perfect for Inquisitive Kids
Storytellers talk down to children at their own peril. And, thankfully, some of best kiddie tales avoid that fate. Think…
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HiT Reviews: ‘Free Fire,’ ‘The Promise’
If Quentin Tarantino made “Free Fire” the running time it would be three hours. At least. Thankfully, British director Ben…
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HiT DVD Autopsy: ‘Monster Trucks’
The term “misbegotten” is not employed with proper frequency in Hollywood. It’s a treat when a cinematic disaster occurs with…
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‘Fate of the Furious’ Pushes Family to Its Breaking Point
This “family” business is getting out of hand. We’ve thrilled to the non-traditional clan at the heart of the “Fast…
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