‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’ (1982) finds the best of human nature in outer space
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Spielberg’s knack for encapsulating children’s feelings via directorial skill reaches its zenith.
‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’ (1982) finds the best of human nature in outer space
‘TMNT Adventures’ reaches respectable end in Issues 67-72 (1995), ‘Year of the Turtle’ (1996)
Turtle Tuesday (Comic book reviews): Clarrain wins in quantity, but Dan Slott matches him in quality in Archie’s final batch of issues.
‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (2001): A new-century odyssey
Sleuthing Sunday (Movie review): Alfred Molina is no David Suchet, and the present-day setting is not a benefit, but Christie’s brilliant plot remains in place to hook newcomers.
‘Something Evil’ (1972) is something forgettable from Spielberg
Frightening Friday (Movie review): Though it has good actors, this attempt at “less is more” horror needed something more.
‘End of Oak Street’ a simpler yet thrilling dinosaur romp
Movie review: Excellent and robust special effects serve an intimate family drama as the helmer of “It Follows” continues his win streak.
‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’ (1977) is the definitive alien-visitation film
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Though some wonder has been sapped from aliens through the years, Spielberg’s craftsmanship alone makes the film worth watching.
‘TMNT Adventures’ shows ambition in Issues 58-66 (1994-95)
Turtle Tuesday (Comic book reviews): Clarrain takes the story to the past and future, and delivers one of the series’ most solid issues.
‘Spider’s Web’ (1960) gets tangled up in comedy; 1982 version more faithful
Sleuthing Sunday (Movie reviews): In both screen adaptations of the 1954 play, Christie’s plot construction is the highlight.
‘Agent Carter’ Season 1 (2015) is MCU’s not-quite blast from the past
Superhero Saturday (TV review): Atwell and the period reconstruction are good, but the theme is blunt and the storytelling clunky.
Spielberg’s episodes set tone of ‘Amazing Stories’ Season 1 (1985-86)
Throwback Thursday (TV review): The two installments directed by Spielberg tap into his sensitivities for domestic drama and military camaraderie.