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Films from Around the World (2022 List)

January 13, 2023

Much like reading I’ve made it a goal to watch more international films. In 2022 I did a darned good job considering in the past I’ve usually only watched one or two subtitled films a year. Last year I did 11. Well 11 1/2 but I didn’t finish one so I’m not counting it and … More Films from Around the World (2022 List)

Best Actress Penelope Cruz in Parallel Mothers

March 11, 2022

Previously I would have said I didn’t have a favorite for Best Actress at the Oscars this year. I thought (and still kind of think) Nicole Kidman’s going to get it maybe Jessica Chastain- everyone was… fine. In perfectly fine movies. But after seeing Parallel Mothers I can honestly say Penelope Cruz should win.