Hammerle on… “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Alpha”
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle falls in love with the romantic comedy “Crazy Rich Asians” and has a soft spot for the dog-loving film “Alpha.”
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Hammerle on… “Christopher Robin,” “BlacKkKlansman”
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle says “BlacKkKlansman” is the year’s best film to date, while “Christopher Robin” offers its own special special brand of magic.
Hammerle on… “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again,” “Mission: Impossible – Fallout”
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle sings the praises of “Mama Mia! Here We Go Again” and “Mission Impossible — Fallout”.
Hammerle on… “The First Purge, Sorry to Bother You”
Film reviewer Bob Hammerle finds little to disappoint in two recent releases: the culturally resonant “The First Purge” and the creative and provocative “Sorry to Bother You.”
Hammerle on… “Hearts Beat Loud,” “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom”
Film reviewer Bob Hammerle finds emotional magic in “Hearts Beat Loud,” while “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” serves up the expected from a franchise that isn’t going extinct anytime soon.
Hammerle On … “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” “The Incredibles 2”
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” and “The Incredibles 2” are both cinematic treats, but for far different reasons, movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says.
Hammerle on… “RBG,” “Pope Francis: A Man of His Word”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle finds much to like in documentaries about Pope Francis and Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Hammerle on … “Disobedience,” “Deadpool 2”
“Disobedience” makes film reviewer Bob Hammerle recall Bogart & Bergman in “Casablanca,” while “Deadpool 2” makes him laugh out loud.
Hammerle on… “Avengers: Infinity War,” “1945”
With “Avengers: Infinity War,” directors Anthony and Joe Russo have brought us a classic film that will wrap up the longstanding Avengers series. “1945” is a film that teaches all of us the importance of remembering the past. Without doing so, mankind cannot hope to eliminate its mistakes.
Hammerle on… ‘Beirut,’ ‘Chappaquiddick’
Two films based on historical events of the past 50 years leave reviewer Bob Hammerle with distinctly different views of each.
Hammerle on… ‘Isle of Dogs,’ ‘A Quiet Place’
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle says “Isle of Dogs” is a treat, and “A Quiet Place” is horror film heaven.
Hammerle on… ‘Love, Simon’, ‘The Death of Stalin’
“Love, Simon” is a cinematic gem floating in a sea of nearly unwatchable movies. “The Death of Stalin,” directed by Armando Iannucci, is a dark, inventive film surrounding the death of Soviet dictator Josef Stalin in the early 1950s.
Hammerle on … No good movies
Forgive me, but no meaningful reviews with this edition. While a trip to New Orleans for a nephew’s wedding kept me out of the theatres, the truth is that all the films released over the last several weeks are so placid that even a diehard fan like me couldn’t justify buying a ticket.
Hammerle on … “Black Panther,” “Annihilation”
“Black Panther” succeeds for multiple reasons. “Annihilation,” however, does not.
Hammerle on … 2018 Oscar picks
Film review Robert Hammerle categorically judges this year’s standouts in his annual Academy Awards predictions.
Hammerle on…“Call Me By Your Name”, “Molly’s Game”
Film reviewer Bob Hammerle says “Call Me By Your Name” earns its Best Picture nomination, and “Molly’s Game” contains some treats for attorneys.
Hammerle on… “The Post,” “I, Tonya,” and “The Shape of Water”
Bob Hammerle shares his views on three films that on Tuesday received Academy Award nominations.
Hammerle on … “Coco,” Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” “The Greatest Showman,” “All the Money in the World,” “Downsizing”
Film reviewer Bob Hammerle finds something to like — and not — in five recent movies.
Hammerle on … “Darkest Hour,” “Star Wars: The Last Jedi”
Bob Hammerle says Gary Oldman delivers an Oscar-worthy performance as Winston Churchill in “Darkest Hour,” while “The Last Jedi” is captivating as the latest “Star Wars” feature.
Hammerle On… “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,” “Lady Bird,” “Wonder”
Recent big-screen releases could be Oscar contenders, Bob Hammerle writes.