Directed by Ron Howard Around halfway through Apollo 13 there is an unexpected dream sequence. Astronaut Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks) looks longingly at the moon as he, Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) orbit, seemingly close enough to reach out and tough the cold surface though unable to complete the planned descent to … Continue reading Apollo 13 (1995)
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Parenthood (1989)
Directed by Ron Howard Parenthood is a heartfelt, sincere family comedy, and it seems to me like they don't make many of those anymore. The closest I can think of is 2011's Crazy, Stupid, Love. These movies are inherently optimistic, and while they showcase some characters at their worst, they only do so to show how … Continue reading Parenthood (1989)
Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)
Directed by Ron Howard I don't think Solo is actually as bad as I first believed when I walked out of the theater. Yes it's too long, and yes the beginning is a little clunky, but the movie still has its moments. It's still a Star Wars film, complete with the sense of adventure, idealistic young hero with … Continue reading Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)
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