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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Brosnan’s ‘I.T.’ Shows Our Creepy Digital Future
Take the 2016 summer as a perfect example. Is anybody clamoring for another viewing of “Independence Day: Resurgence,” “Jason Bourne”…
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Why You Should Give This ‘Peace’ a Chance
“Disturbing the Peace” offers hope that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict might come to an end in our lifetimes. The documentary follows…
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‘Fantastic Beasts’ And How to Crush a Cool Franchise
It’s a sure sign the film forgot Storytelling 101. “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” forced this critic to…
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’14 Minutes from Earth’ Doc Is Stunning, Inspirational
The man set a record for the highest skydive in history. Plus, it was all broadcast on the Internet with…
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‘Salesman’ Kicked Off Hoffman’s Stunning Second Act
Even if the play or musical is later revived, it’s usually not with the same actors who worked in unison…
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Flashback: Powerhouse Southern Writers from the ’80s
Matt Stone and Trey Parker of “South Park” fame came up with the term “member berries” to lampoon our need…
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‘Army of One’ Avoids Knee-Jerk Red State Bashing
The true story of a Colorado man who decides to take out Osama bin Laden bursts with flyover country cliches.…
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RIP ‘Saturday Night Live’ 1975-2016
Critics have been using that for years whenever “Saturday Night Live,” NBC’s signature sketch series, slipped a notch. Or three,…
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How the Villain Stole ‘Nighthawks’ from Stallone
Sometimes, you look at the movies actors chose at the start of their fame and note the wise, career-enhancing roles…
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Why ‘Arrival’ Falls Short of Sci-Fi Greatness
You remember the moment. The aliens finally touch down on earth. And, after a series of boops, beeps and funny…
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