‘A Dangerous Method’ review: Knightley a force of nature
By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic Spitting and stammering, clawing and convulsing, her jaw jutting forward and her eyes popping out of her head, Keira Knightley is a frightening force of nature in “A Dangerous Method.” And this is only at the film’s start. It’s a brazenly over-the-top performance, a huge gamble in depicting her … Read more
‘Hugo’ review: Scorsese’s latest dazzles in 3-D
By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic Having been revered as a master for decades and functioning at the top of his game as he approaches 70, Martin Scorsese would seem to have nothing else to prove. So it’s thrilling to see him make a bold, creative leap with “Hugo,” which is not only an unusual … Read more
Weinstein desires to become recognized film brand
By JOHN CARUCCI The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — While Harvey Weinstein has no plans to roar like the MGM lion before each of his movies, the Oscar-winning producer wants to turn the film studio bearing his family’s name into a recognizable brand. His wish list includes branding on par with Facebook’s F, Twitter’s … Read more
