Archive for Good Movies
If you’ve ever longed for a time when movies weren’t cluttered with 3-D effects or effeminate vampires, then take a look at these 15 good classic movies. All of my selections were recently featured as part of the first annual TCM Classic Film Festival in Los Angeles, and I had the good fortune to be […]
Whether you’re Mexican-American or just enjoy an excuse to drink a little more in the middle of the week, these 10 good movies for Cinco de Mayo should provide you with some extra entertainment during the May 5th festivities. And for all you ignorant gringos out there (myself included), here are a few interesting facts about […]
If you’ve ever had a debate with a buddy over Steven Seagal’s top 10 movies, this guest post from our pals at Big Pond Movies should help you settle it. Seagal has made a ton of films over the years, and some are light years ahead of others. In fact, a good rule of thumb […]
These good movies set in Los Angeles feature the various sights and sounds of the city, from the upscale Beverly Hills area to the less desirable parts. This is being posted while I’m in L.A. attending the TCM Classic Film Festival, so it seemed like perfect timing. If you’ve never had an opportunity to visit […]
I’ve always been a fan of good fish out of water movies, but this list seems especially timely since I’m currently in Los Angeles enjoying the TCM Classic Film Festival. As a native Texan making his first visit to Hollywood, I’d say that qualifies me for fish-out-of-water status. And while things are a little different […]
I’m currently on the road between Texas and Los Angeles, so this list of good roadtrip movies is in honor of that fact. While I’m headed to the first annual TCM Classic Film Festival, other roadtrippers have different reasons and destinations in mind. Some enjoy exploring new parts of the landscape, while others like to […]
This list of good casino movies is written in honor of my trip to Los Angeles to take part in the first annual Turner Classic Movies Film Festival. I’m trekking all the way from Texas in my friend’s extended cab pick-up truck (no, not everyone in Texas drives a truck), and we’ll be staying at […]
This list of good running movies is presented just in time for the Boston Marathon, which is always held the third Monday in April. Started in 1897, it’s the world’s oldest annual marathon, and over 20,000 participants gather each year. Of course, not all of us can run in a marathon, which is why God […]
These good 420 movies are well-suited for those who celebrate April 20th as a day to smoke a little reefer. Of course, if you do celebrate 4/20, then there’s a strong chance that you’re getting wasted the rest of the year, too. In case you’re wondering, you can thank a group of 1971 California high […]
If dealing with the IRS has you at your wit’s end, these 11 good movies for Tax Day will serve as the perfect balm to sooth your weary soul. After you’ve mailed your check and tax return to those government bloodsuckers, be sure to swing by your local video store or log onto your Netflix […]