Archive for March, 2010

12 Good Comic Book Movies

Friday, March 19, 2010 at 12:03 am

While some of these 12 good comic book movies contain superheroes, others feature tales of horror, angry Spartans, and sci-fi action with Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones. If you’re a fan of comic books, chances are that you’ve read at least one of the original series, but many of the cinematic adaptations are also […]

Good Action Movies 1989

Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 9:43 pm

Good action movies 1989 run the gamut from buddy cop films to trailer park classics. Genre legends like Jean-Claude Van Damme and Steven Seagal are present, and actors such as Michael Douglas and Don Johnson also try their hand at being pistol-wielding tough guys. While about half the films on this list have been largely […]

Mick LaSalle – Movie Critic Interviews

Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 5:18 pm

Our Critical Juncture segment has been graced by many fine movie bloggers, but this week brings a true big shot in the field. By that, I mean someone who actually writes movie reviews for a major American periodical. I’m talking about Mick LaSalle, the resident movie critic for the San Francisco Chronicle. With over 1,500 […]

Robert Grumbine – Movies and the Masses

Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 3:53 pm

We’ve interviewed all kinds of people in our Movies and the Masses segment, but this week we class up the joint a little by speaking with a bona fide scientist. I’m referring to Robert Grumbine, a man who holds a doctorate from the Department of Geophysical Sciences at the University of Chicago. He’s done post-doc […]

Movies with Good Soundtracks

Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 11:33 am

Movies with good soundtracks offer more bang for your entertainment buck. Not only does the on-screen action provide a satisfying way to pass a few hours, but you can also listen to the songs from the film in your car or on your iPod. Below, I’ve put together a list of some movies with good […]

Good Chinese Movies for Foreign Film Fans

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 6:44 pm

As regular readers probably already known, I’m a big fan of Asian cinema. That why I’ve put together this list of good Chinese movies for foreign film fans. From explosive martial arts action to meditative explorations of life and love, the Chinese have been producing quality films for a long time. Isn’t it time that […]

10 Good Chick Flick Movies

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 5:01 pm

The following 10 good chick flick movies are ideally suited for women looking to curl up and enjoy some “me time” after a hard day of work. While these films are aimed at a female audience, any male viewers forced to watch should find themselves laughing–or even sniffling–at key moments. And for those viewers who […]

75 Actor Height Facts

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 3:18 pm

The following 75 actor height facts are presented for those of you obsessed with knowing the true stature of your favorite leading man or character actor. Since many performers lie about their height or wear lifts in their shoes, figuring out their size can often be a challenge. But we’ve done our homework, scouring the […]

Glengarry Glen Ross – My Favorite Movie Scenes

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 6:42 pm

This week on Only Good Movies, I’ll be debuting a new feature called My Favorite Movie Scenes. As you might surmise, it’s a look at some of my favorite moments in cinematic history. You’re welcome to chime in with your own thoughts and opinions, and you can also email me at onlygoodmovies[at]gmail[dot]com to make suggestions […]

15 Good Saint Patrick’s Day Movies

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 3:59 pm

Watching good Saint Patrick’s Day movies is the perfect alternative to drinking yourself into a coma or having a brawl over which Red Sox player is the best of all time. Each of the films listed below prominently feature Irish characters, and many are also set on the Emerald Isle. There’s plenty of red-headed lovemaking, […]