Classic Films

Because of seeing 'Dead Poet's Society' when I did, I stopped myself from making what would have been the biggest mistake of my life.

A more straightforward political thriller than one might expect from Hitchcock.

There is little wonder as to why 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' is credited as kicking off the Australian film renaissance of the ‘70s, as it is one of the boldest movies ever made.

Mysterious, suave and mentally keen, Franchot Tone managed to create conflicted heroes and charming villains empathizing with their inevitable flaws, unafraid of the benighted human condition.

Harold Lloyd inadvertently paves the path for college comedies and sports movies.

Warner Bros. is excused for whipping out this double-dip.

There is plenty of action in 'Riot in Cell Block 11,' which is brilliantly intensified by the psychological dramas of Don Siegel's first important film.

My favorite film of the festival's first two days was...

A necessary edition to any classic film fan's library.

For anyone with an appreciation for film who has not seen 'Persona,' the new Criterion Collection Blu-ray edition is a must.