The Experience Driven Life

Beautiful, moving film. A must watch. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10265034/

Nomadland is a tour de force by McDormand. It's also a bleak indictment of our times (American capitalism), a deep reflection on the meaning of life, and a really sad psychological mystery.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9770150/

Absolutely loved this film, which is a tearjerker in the end -- but this requires patience. A poignant remake of the groundhog day theme. Kathryn Newton and Kyle Allen are both headed for brilliant careers. My fav film so far in 2021.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11080108/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

  This is the quintessential 80s movie. Arguably one of Sandler's best roles. I'd forgotten that he had two romantic leads with Barrymore, the second with 50 First Dates. She was terrific here as well. The soundtrack was phenomenal. What a fun, uplifting film. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120888/

  This one was even better than I remembered from nearly a decade ago. Features two of my favorite actors: Watts and McGregor. Hard to watch at times, but frequently uplifting morally. It is profound and dramatic from start to finish. Highly recommend.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1649419/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

An intense, beautiful indie film that has redemption in the end. I'll just say that blood is a theme. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9016016/

This was a very smart, fast-paced yet understandably troubling thriller. Isabel May was spectacular -- look to see her have a bright future.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11456054/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3  

  Ron Howard does it again. Adams and Close were both brilliant. A really moving story about getting out of Dodge (and educated). A must see.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6772802/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_4

This was a beautiful, haunting post-civil war western. It reminded me of The Road by McCarthy. Hanks was at the top of his game. The message about news is very relevant. Highly recommend. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6878306/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

  Anya Taylor-Joy. Without her, this series would not be the masterpiece that it is. I absolutely loved this series from the first scene to the last, and the last one may have been the best. The final words, "Let's play" was the perfect poignant bookend. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10048342/

This was a lovely but at times dark western. Diane Lane and Kevin Costner were both magnificent. Thomas Bezucha's screenplay was practically flawless. The scenery was both breathtaking and haunting. Highly recommend. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9340860/reviews?ref_=tt_urv

  This is a lovely, absolutely charming classic romance/comedy film. Sandra Bullock sparkled throughout. I mean she was at the top of her game, but her acting seems seamless. Bill Pullman came in as a close second. Definitely put at the top of your list of oldies (sort of) but goodies.  ttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114924/

 All images taken by Eleanor Murphey