Monthly Archives: September 2022

“All the Kind Strangers” (1974)

The television movie, “All the Kind Strangers,” begins with a man riding in a two door, Chevrolet Caprice convertible, as mawkish music plays. The man is photojournalist, Jimmy Wheeler, portrayed by Golden Globe winner Stacy Keach (Hemingway).  He’s been traveling … Continue reading

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“Apt Pupil”

The film “Apt Pupil” takes place in 1984, in southern California. Students sitting in their sociology class are informed by their teacher (Mickey Cottrell), that their week long study of the Holocaust has finished. If the students are interested, however, … Continue reading

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“Foxcatcher”

“The film “Foxcatcher” begins with the message: “The following is based on a true story.” The message pertains to the tragic murder of Dave Schultz, but more on that later. Immediately after the message, the screen reverts to archival footage. … Continue reading

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