The news of Rob Reiner's passing hit me hard this morning. In the wake of this tragedy, I find myself doing what I always do when processing difficult emotions—turning to the stories that have shaped me. And Rob Reiner gave us so many stories. Stories that made us laugh until we cried, stories that broke … Continue reading The Stories He Gave Us: Remembering Rob Reiner Through Eight Films
Director
The Spielberg Effect
When a young Steven Spielberg convinced a Universal Studios security guard to let him onto the lot in the summer of 1965, he unknowingly set in motion a career that would fundamentally reshape how movies are made, marketed, and experienced. More than five decades later, the "Spielberg Effect" extends far beyond his own filmography—it's embedded … Continue reading The Spielberg Effect
The Spielberg Legacy: How His Films Continue to Resonate with Audiences
Few filmmakers have shaped cinema as profoundly as Steven Spielberg. From revolutionizing the summer blockbuster to crafting deeply moving historical dramas, his evolution as a director mirrors the maturation of modern filmmaking itself. As we explore his remarkable journey from wunderkind to elder statesman of Hollywood, we discover why his films continue to captivate audiences … Continue reading The Spielberg Legacy: How His Films Continue to Resonate with Audiences
The Press Junket
As one of those guys who really likes to watch movies, I have a certain fascination with finding out what the creators of my favorite movies think about the movie they had a hand in making. Doesn't matter if it's an actor or someone whose work was all done behind the camera. This leads to … Continue reading The Press Junket
How I Quit My Job
Kids, I've made it no secret that I've been looking for a new job for several months. Almost a year, really. Well, I guess I've made it no secret on this blog and to my close friends and family. It's not as if I've going to my supervisor and shouting, "I need a new job!" … Continue reading How I Quit My Job
Action
I'm trying to take cover behind a wrecked Corvette. Yeah, I'm the one that wrecked it. But that's not really important right now. What is important is the heat from the explosions that are rocking my world right now. I sneak a peek over the hood of the car and see little more than balls … Continue reading Action
The Confusing Middle 