A One Mann’s Movies review of “Elvis” (2022). My holiday abroad prevented me from seeing “Elvis” in its first week. But I’m certainly glad I caught up with it. For, as Luhrmann says, this is a spectacular movie that really should be experienced on the big screen. Bob the Movie Man Rating(s): Plot Summary: Funfair … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “The French Dispatch” (2021). (Full title “The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun“). As another viewing on my recent trans-Atlantic plane ride, I caught up with Wes Anderson’s “The French Dispatch”: a movie I managed to miss due to one of my (many!) Covid infections. All of … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Jolt” (2022). “Jolt” is a “B-movie”, but it’s an enjoyable enough action/comedy thriller with Kate Beckinsale. It’s currently pay-per-view but will be available to stream for free on Amazon Prime later this month (July 2022). Bob the Movie Man Rating(s): Plot Summary: Lindy (Kate Beckinsale) has always had an … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Good Luck To You, Leo Grande” (2022). “Good Luck To You Leo Grande” is almost a two-hander between national treasure Emma Thompson and the adonis-like* Daryl McCormack. But it is touching and a thoughtful take on the world’s oldest profession. (* As described by the illustrious Mrs Movie Man!) … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Lightyear” (2022). “Lightyear” tries to cash in on the “Toy Story” franchise without actually needing the vocal talent of Tom Hanks… or indeed Tim Allen! But we are a few parsecs here from Pixar at its best. Bob the Movie Man Rating(s): Plot Summary: After crash-landing on an alien … Read more