Category: Film & TV

The Montana Kid (1931)

A cowboy whose friend has been swindled out of his ranch and then murdered must take care of the man’s son; then, he goes after the killers. The Montana Kid is a 1931 American film directed by Harry L. Fraser. Credit: Public Domain Movies – Feature Films: Cinema collection: http://epochcinema.com Epoch Original content: http://epochoriginal.com Feature…


Film Review: ‘Hunt’: Lots of Intrigue in This South Korean Spy Thriller

NR | 2h 11min | Drama, Thriller | Dec. 2, 2022 From the 1960s through the 1980s, South Korea’s blistering economic growth made it one of the so-called “Four Asian Tigers.” They also evolved from an authoritarian state into a full-fledged democracy, but that was a more difficult transition. The government in-fighting was so brutal that it even encompassed the real-life…


Seasons of the Sierra | Documentary

Experience the spectacular seasons of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in this three-hour film. From vast swaths of colorful aspens to sparkling wildflower meadows, “Seasons of the Sierra” showcases the stunning beauty of the Range of Light. An ambient nature film. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…


Tol’able David (1921)

Young David Kinemon, son of West Virginia tenant farmers, longs to be treated like a man by his family and neighbors, especially Esther Hatburn, the pretty girl who lives with her grandfather on a nearby farm. However, he is continually reminded that he is still a boy, “tol’able” enough, but no man. He eventually gets…


Testament

A group of believers, filled with the Holy Spirit, journey through danger and persecution to make the truth known: that He has risen. “Testament” reimagines the Book of Acts in a world that looks very much like our own today. * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…


Popcorn and Inspiration: ‘The Water Man’: No Miracle Cure Is Greater Than Love

PG | 1h 32min | Drama, Fantasy | 2021 In the town of Pine Mills, Oregon, legend has it that a tall, shadowy figure emerges from the waters with fire on his chest and hope in his eyes. That’s how David Oyelowo’s fairy tale-like movie “The Water Man” begins. Gunner Boone, 11, (Lonnie Chavis) is…


‘The Farmer’s Daughter’ (1947): Katie Cleans Up Congress

Commentary The 2022 midterm elections have been particularly controversial, with both sides accusing the other of interference and declaring that the nation’s future rested on the decisions made on November 8. Major political events always make me think of classic films with political themes. While Frank Capra pictures like “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” (1939)…


Profiles in History: Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass: Creators of Christmas Classics

Arthur Rankin Jr. (July 19, 1924–Jan. 30, 2014) Jules Bass (September 16, 1935–Oct. 25, 2022) It is practically impossible to think of Christmas without thinking of Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. In many ways, the memories many of us have of those fictional characters come from two individuals: Arthur Rankin…


Topper Returns

Gail Richards is accompanying Ann Carrington who is visiting her father, Henry, at his spooky, old, country estate. It’s been many years since she’s seen him. They get a lift from Cosmo Topper, who lives in the neighborhood. Gail is murdered that night, and her spirit seeks out Topper to find out who killed her…


Film Review: ‘The Wonder’: A Tale of Religious Fasting in 1800s Ireland

R | 1h 48m | Psychological Period Drama | November 16, 2022 A spare, Irish tale much akin to 1990’s “The Field” is “The Wonder.” It features the Emerald Isle’s patchwork of multigreen-hued fields, barren windswept heights, and soggy footpaths stretching as far as the eye can see, where the billowing blue skirts of bonneted women who walk…