In a not-so-distant future ravaged by war and disease, a mother loses her daughter to a state-run school when in despair. A while later, she finds herself in a place to fight for what she believes in and try to get her daughter back.
Clifford the Big Red Dog (2021) (Digital)
When I was in grade school one of the first books I ever remember reading was “Clifford.” Being a dog lover, the idea of owning a humongous red dog seemed like a lot of fun, and I couldn’t get enough of the books. “Clifford the Big Red Dog” began life as a children’s book series, with author Norman Bridwell bringing to kids the iconic giant red dog who’s managed to endure as a literary figure for years. The long awaited live action movie thankfully doesn’t let down the fan base both new and old.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The Complete Series [Blu-Ray]
Hideaki Anno’s “Neon Genesis Evangelion” is one of the most iconic and influential anime series ever created. While it hasn’t endured a long shelf life like, say, “One Piece,” its elements can be found in much of pop culture. Particularly, it can be found in Western pop culture from children’s animated series to right up to cinema. While I’ve never been big on this kind of anime before, sitting through “Neon Genesis Evangelion” was a unique and entertaining experience.
The Acid King (2019)
In this documentary about Ricky Kasso, who teenager who killed one of his peers in 1984 and whose crime was never fully understood, but always kept the attention of locals and others alike.
The Concubine (2012, released 2021)
A nobleman’s daughter is caught up in a love affair with a peasant and is thus forced to leave him behind. She later become the concubine of the king and bares him a son. After his death, his brother takes the throne. Machinations and power plays mixed with a love triangle make life complicated for everyone in the palace.
The Emperor’s Sword (2020)
A young woman is entrusted with a powerful sword, the missing half of weapon deemed to give incredible power once reunited. As she makes her way to the sword’s resting place, she is chased by those looking to take the power away from her people.
The Holocaust and the Cinema
In the aftermath of World War II, filmmakers have been challenged to capture the depth and scope of the Holocaust in narrative and documentary productions. On this episode of “The Online Movie Show,” Rich Brownstein, author of the new book “Holocaust Cinema Complete,” offers insight on this difficult subject.