“Underworld” reminded me of the conversation between two of the boys in “Stand By Me.” They’re arguing over who would win a fight between Mighty Mouse and Superman. Teddy, one of the boys, has the answer: “Mighty Mouse is a cartoon. Superman’s a real guy. There’s no way a cartoon could beat up a real guy.” Read the rest of this entry »

“The Wonder Boys” is the first great movie of the new millennium. There, I’ve said it. I usually distance myself from such proclamations, because they sound like I’m writing a quote for a film ad. Read the rest of this entry »