By now most of the world has been given a glimpse of the Superbowl ad for Honda featuring Matthew Broderick‘s reprise of 1986′s Ferris Bueller much to the delight of millions. Although another film will most likely never happen, this nostalgic throwback commercial has peaked the world’s interest in Ferris 26 years after ‘Ferris Bueller’s Read more...

SpongeBob Squarepants! The mere mention of his name in the vicinity of a child (or many adults, I suppose) gets an immediate response of joy. The Nickolodeon cartoon character’s misadventures debuted in 1999 and became an immediate hit. Basically the unconventional comedy elements in the show took the zany elements from the earlier cult hit Read more...

Eleven years before ‘Batman Begins’ became a breakthrough in terms of dark, serious, comic book films there was a film that was truly ahead of its time. 1994′s ‘The Crow’ was a violent, vengeful tale that stunned audiences with visceral atmosphere & a gripping story. Multiple sub-par sequels over the years have tarnished the reputation Read more...

‘Sky High’ (2005) Have you ever wondered where superheroes & sidekicks learn to master their craft? How about their home lives, their social networks and who their parents are? Better question: How do they get labeled as a hero or a sidekick? The answer is simple, you simply attend ‘Sky High’ and all your questions Read more...

‘Midnight in Paris’ (2011) It’s official: Quentin Tarantino‘s favorite film of the past year is Woody Allen‘s ‘Midnight in Paris’ (of which Woody recently won the Golden Globe for Best Screenplay) but that shouldn’t be the only reason to check out the film that has everyone buzzing.  That fact that Tarantino does herald its merits, Read more...

Now that the dust has settled after Sunday night’s broadcast of the 2012 Golden Globe Awards, it’s time to reflect back on the best moments. When I say “best moments” I, of course, mean the funniest. Tearful acceptance speeches & emotional compliments are always a staple of a major awards show, but it’s the outrageous Read more...

‘Good Morning Vietnam’ (1987) Robin Williams‘ crowning achievement in hysterical excellence is the 1987 Vietnam conflict comedy-drama ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ about a radio DJ who defies conventional means and entertains the deployed troops in a way never heard before in the US Army.  Gaining loyal listeners immediately, Armed Forces Radio disc jockey Adrian Cronauer (Williams) Read more...

‘The Invention of Lying’  (2009) As Ricky Gervais is back to host the Golden Globes again this year (sure to be an insultingly good time!), it is only fitting to take a listen to a film written, directed & starring the man himself.  Set in an alternate reality where mankind has no concept of a Read more...

‘Napoleon Dynamite’ (2004) Every year there seems to be at least one independent film that stands out from the crowd and gets some major attention.  In 2004, that film came in the form of an awkward teenager named Napoleon Dynamite, a character who has become so popular an animated TV series is continuing his adventures Read more...

We have all witnessed the scenario: A character breaks into an impromptu song when least expected, usually characterized by a situation outside of their control.  Personally, I do it all the time but let’s focus on five clips that stand out by getting our attention and making a lasting impression.  Maybe you’ve seen the films Read more...