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Dog Stars: Bark, Bite, and the Fight to Stay Human
THE REEL REPORT
The Dog Stars has bark and bite. Bark: presents two different approaches to the world. Bite: highlights the reality of how those approaches impact the lives fighting to stay in it.
Insidious: Out of the Further — Keeping the Demons Out, Not Enough to Get You In
THE REEL REPORT
This is a solid film in the franchise but beyond keeping the demons out, there is not enough to keep me wanting to get in – to the theater that is.
Is The End of Oak Street a Real Horror?
THE REEL REPORT
The fight for survival is enough to keep your attention but something was missing to have me fully identify with this family making the end of this street ominous but somewhat detached from our overall survival.
Why ‘He Got Game’ Is More Relevant Today Than When It Was Made
Anyone who knows me knows that when you mix basketball and film, you’re speaking my absolute love language. Bringing those two worlds together is just plain delicious.
That’s why I am incredibly hyped for the second episode of HOOPS ON FILM. I sat down with my guys Uriah Young, Ben Franczuszki, and Warren Shaw—and let me tell you, working with this crew is an absolute blast.
For this episode, we tackle Spike Lee’s He Got Game. Decades before the modern NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) explosion and player exploitation systems dominated sports headlines, Spike predicted it all. We break down Denzel Washington’s deeply layered performance, Ray Allen’s raw portrayal of a young athlete caught in systemic traps, and the rich symbolism that turns a basketball game into a metaphor for family, fame, and forgiveness. It’s a mirror to society that is more relevant today than when it was made. Check out the episode below!
Not Exactly the “Man In The Mirror” but Enough for Fans to Understand Why Michael Jackson Declared “Leave Me Alone”
If you are a Michael Jackson fan, this film gives you a enough of his music that you remember the time when he was the greatest musical icon on earth.
Love Brooklyn
“Roger and Nicole are brutally honest with each other about what they have but not truly honest with each other about how they feel. And more importantly, neither Casey, Nicole, or Roger are honest with themselves.” Is Roger’s love journey one worth experiencing? My review of “Love Brooklyn” explores how this paradox of honesty and deceit drives the film.
The Price of Being That Guy – HIM
“The filmmakers setup the confrontation well with Cam and White debating if it is God, Football and family, Football Family and God or another combination thereof. Additionally, the obstacles or choices Cam must make helps us all question what is the price of success.”
Highest 2 Lowest Review
Highest 2 Lowest looks at the highs and lows of a music mogul and the industry itself. “While Denzel receives top billing, it is the other characters that make the story compelling. A$SAP provides a delicious debate partner, Potts is a strong friend, and Wright is a magnificent supporter turned challenger. They drive discussions about culture, morality, money, and family.” Check out the review to find out if your money’s good money spent.
Reggie Ponder - The Reel Critic 