Entries from Phillyist tagged with 'hopedavis'
February 22, 2008
Ah, the teen comedy. It's one of those genres that just won't die, and why should it? When we're younger, we get a glimpse of what might be. When we're actually teens, we're able to gaze upon an alternate reality: "Mine's not like this, but maybe someone else's is." And upon reaching adulthood, we can view the films and laugh at how unrealistic their premises are, and yet how real some of their characters seem......
Continue Reading "CinePhillyist Reviews... Charlie Bartlett"April 6, 2007
What's new and/or interesting in Philly theaters this weekend. Philadelphia Film Festival - We've mentioned this once or twice. It's here again! All kinds of movies at all kinds of venues around the city. Take a look at the website for more details. Most Likely to Rule: Grindhouse - There's not much we can say about this movie we haven't already said. It's an homage to the titular gritty, extreme '70s-era genre, and consists of......
Continue Reading "CinePhillyist"October 13, 2006
What's new and/or interesting in Philly theaters this weekend. Infamous - The real-life story of Truman Capote and his experiences while writing his book on a real-life murder case, In Cold Blood. Wait a minute, that sounds familiar. Where have we heard of this movie before? Oh, that's right! It was called Capote, and they made it last year! Seriously, what are they thinking putting out another movie about the exact same story barely a......
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