In the landscape of American television, few shows have captured the heart and soul of small-town life quite like Friday Night Lights. What began as a critically acclaimed film in 2004 evolved into a television series that ran for five seasons, garnering praise for its authentic portrayal of life in Texas, where high school football … Continue reading Friday Night Lights: From Sports Drama Film to Nuanced TV Narrative
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98 – Paris, Texas
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 98 – Paris, Texas
Let’s Go, Sugarbeet
Yesterday, my friend Caitlyn offered to provide a writing prompt to some folks on Twitter. I accepted the challenge. She gave me the first sentence. The rest was up to me... "Let's go, sugarbeet," he said and snapped on the light. He was holding two duffle bags, one very light, the other very heavy. It … Continue reading Let’s Go, Sugarbeet
AFI #95 – The Last Picture Show
The Last Picture Show 1971 Directed by Peter Bogdanovich Netflix says: There's not much to do int he windswept Texas hamlet of Anarene, where the town's only cinema is about to close forever. So high schoolers Sonny (Timothy Bottoms) and Duane (Jeff Bridges) lust after incorrigible flirt Jacy Farrow (Cybill Shepherd) while trying to chart … Continue reading AFI #95 – The Last Picture Show
The Confusing Middle 