Category Archives: showbusiness

Was It Prescience or Propaganda?

Posted on May 13, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Captain America: Civil War (2014) I caught the second half of this movie on television, Saturday night. I suppose it provided a sensation for the viewing public, along the lines of Superman and Batman fighting each other in “Batman v … Continue reading →

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“Dad, Are We the Good Guys?”

Posted on May 11, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Treason (2022) On a whim, we watched this series on Netflix, last night. I found it gripping, my wife less so. But, it must be remembered that I may (or may not) have a thing or two to do with … Continue reading →

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“I’m Every Woman”

Posted on May 9, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Jim Bailey (January 10, 1938 – May 30, 2015) I’d forgotten how good Jim Bailey‘s impersonations of famous female singers was. I was reminded by a Facebook clip of one of his appearances on “The Carol Burnett Show” yesterday. He … Continue reading →

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A “Casting Couch” Moment in Time

Posted on May 9, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Stormy Daniels’ “Audition” (July 2006) It’s a story as old as mankind. Think back to the Garden of Eden. The Serpent entices Eve with the fruit from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. When he offers it to … Continue reading →

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It Wasn’t an Easter Egg, It was a Christmas Cracker

Posted on May 7, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Saint Nicholas Day (December 6th) In the show, The Signal, Sven and Paula’s 10th anniversary was St. Nicholas Day. The event at the end of the series was three months after the Paula’s original (publicized) prediction. That’s quite telling. It’s … Continue reading →

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Is There Something Really Out There?

Posted on May 6, 2024 by cdsmiller17

The Signal (2024) This is a German series, dubbed into English on Netflix. It takes an interesting premise and adds so many twists and turns to the story line that you cannot look away, in case you might miss something. … Continue reading →

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Philip Marlowe: “I’m Too Old for This Shit!”

Posted on April 28, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Marlowe (2022) This was Liam Neeson’s 100th film. The line I quoted above was from it. It could have been inspired directly by Liam, himself. Noir films were all the rage in their heyday in the 1940’s and 50’s. Neo-noir, … Continue reading →

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She’s Not Just in Distress, She’s in Peril

Posted on April 27, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Damsel (2024) This Netflix film turns the ‘happily-ever-after’ fairytale on its head. It’s a cross between the harshest Disney films with Lord of the Rings, especially where it directs our attention to a fire-breathing dragon. It is also a feminist … Continue reading →

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A Celebration to Ward Off Evil Spirits

Posted on April 22, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Midsummer Night (2024) I’ve been to several family get-togethers where there are simmering tensions just below the surface, but this Netflix series takes the cake. The version we watched the other night was dubbed into English, so it is easier … Continue reading →

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It Takes a Village of Women to School an Errant Boy

Posted on April 18, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Scoop (2024) I’ve referenced this Netflix show previously as a backdrop to the actual interview that took place for a Newsnight presentation in November 2019. The actors are superb in their portrayal of the individuals involved. In one case a … Continue reading →

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