Murray at his most curmudgeonly in lovable ‘St. Vincent’ (2014)
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This under-the-radar gem has a standout cast as it tells of a bitter old man warming up to his decent neighbors.
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Murray at his most curmudgeonly in lovable ‘St. Vincent’ (2014)
Nostalgic ‘Broadway Danny Rose’ (1984) doesn’t tug at heartstrings
Woody Wednesday (Movie review): “Broadway Danny Rose” is Woody Allen’s love letter to his standup comedy days. But the film didn’t totally connect with me.
‘Slither’ (2006) a fun small-town infestation romp
Frightening Friday (Movie review): “Slither” isn’t scary, but it is disgusting. Yet the gross-out imagery is so cartoonish that it’s more funny than gross.
Murray, Dreyfuss trade great turns in ‘What About Bob?’ (1991)
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Murray is not too showy as the titular neurotic, while Dreyfuss is delightfully over the top as his annoyed psychiatrist.
‘Stardust Memories’ (1980) shows absurdities of fame
Woody Wednesday (Movie review): Allen’s film takes a crack at Hollywood absurdities, fan behavior and love triangles.
‘Chad’ actress goes back to school – as a boy
First episode impressions (TV review): When I learned that Chad is played by actress Nasim Pedrad, my mind was blown. But that’s all I’m impressed by.
‘Stripes’ (1981), like the Army, is not for everyone
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Despite featuring the future “Ghostbusters” team, this overlong comedy is tough to sit through.
‘Sleeper’ (1973) a sleep-inducing sci-fi parody
Woody Wednesday (Movie review): The science fiction parody “Sleeper” has its moments, but they are too spread out.
‘Broken Flowers’ (2005) a slow-burn travelogue
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Bill Murray gives one of his elite toned-down performances as a depressive man seeking a son he never knew.
Allen’s theater background shows in ‘What’s New Pussycat’ (1965)
Woody Wednesday (Movie review): Allen tries for a romping debut as a film writer. But the loose editing leaves long gaps between laughs.