movie & Television reviews Movie & Television Reviews Movie Review: ‘I’m Still Here’ Kurt JensenFebruary 19, 20253 min read “I’m Still Here” (Sony Pictures Classics) is an adaptation of Marcelo Paiva’s 2015 memoir recounting how his family survived the worst years of Brazil’s military junta in the 1970s. Movie & Television Reviews Home viewing roundup: What’s available to stream and what’s on horizon John MulderigFebruary 19, 20257 min read Capsule reviews of theatrical movies available now for streaming or scheduled for broadcast on network or cable television as well as notes on TV programming for the same week. FeatureLocal NewsMovie & Television ReviewsNewsRadio Interview Radio Interview: The Oscars and Hollywood Catholic Review StaffFebruary 17, 20251 min read Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty, along with guest co-host Ann Augherton of the Arlington Catholic Herald, had a wide-ranging, sometimes wild, conversation with two Catholic movie experts: Pauline Sister Rose Pacatte and John Mulderig, film reviewer for OSV News. Hear their recommendations for the winners, and what they wished the entertainment industry would focus on this year. Movie & Television Reviews Movie Review: ‘Heart Eyes’ John MulderigFebruary 14, 20252 min read Roses are red… and so is the flood of gore that mars the Valentine’s Day-themed slasher flick “Heart Eyes.” Movie & Television Reviews ‘The Chosen’ actor shares how portraying an apostle rebooted his faith Jack FiggeFebruary 12, 20255 min read Through their participation in “The Chosen,” many of the show’s crew members and actors — including Jonathan Roumie, who portrays Jesus — have rediscovered faith. Movie & Television Reviews Home viewing roundup: What’s available to stream and what’s on horizon John MulderigFebruary 12, 20257 min read Capsule reviews of theatrical movies available now for streaming or scheduled for broadcast on network or cable television as well as notes on TV programming for the same week. Movie & Television Reviews Academy Awards Best Picture Nominees at a glance John MulderigFebruary 10, 202512 min read Capsule reviews of the 10 films contending for Best Picture. The Oscars ceremony will take place in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 2. Movie & Television Reviews Movie Review: ‘Love Hurts’ John MulderigFebruary 7, 20252 min read Enjoyable humor and a touch of romance do increase the appeal of the otherwise frenetic actioner “Love Hurts” (Universal). A barrage of obscenities in the script, as well as fleeting forays into visual grisliness, are less welcome elements. Movie & Television Reviews Movie Review: ‘You’re Cordially Invited’ John MulderigFebruary 6, 20252 min read Despite being billed as a romantic comedy, “You’re Cordially Invited” (Amazon MGM) showcases more spite than genuine love. Throw in a heavy dose of off-color dialogue — as well as some wayward values — and the upshot is a mirthless, even dispiriting, experience. Movie & Television Reviews Movie Review: ‘Dog Man’ John MulderigFebruary 5, 20252 min read Comic chaos is the order of the day in “Dog Man” (Universal), the animated adaptation of a series of graphic novels by Dav Pilkey. Yet touching sentiments are also successfully incorporated into writer-director Peter Hastings’ film. Previous 1 … 14 15 16 … 67 Next