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.
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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.
Hammerle On… “Jane,” “Loving Vincent”
Bob Hammerle says films on Jane Goodall and Vincent Van Gogh are poignant and captivating.
Hammerle on … “Lucky,” “Thor: Ragnarok”
“Lucky” is a fitting tribute to a veteran Hollywood star, while “Thor: Ragnarok” raises the bar for Marvel Comics adaptations.
Hammerle on… “Victoria and Abul,” “Blade Runner 2049”
Bob Hammerle says Judi Dench is a royal treat in “Victoria and Abdul,” but finds little to recommend in “Blade Runner 2049.”
Hammerle on… “The Vietnam War”
The 10-part PBS series is a poignant, historical masterpiece that relives a misguided military adventure that took the lives of more than 58,000 young American men.
Hammerle on … ‘Manchester by the Sea,’ ‘Moana,’ ‘The Eagle Huntress’
Bob Hammerle says “Manchester by the Sea” is the true definition of a work of ark.
Hammerle on… ‘The Magnificent Seven,’ ‘Snowden,’ ‘The Hollars’
Bob Hammerle says “Snowden” serves as a reminder to Americans how we have largely lost our privacy.