Leah Saylor-Abney's thoughts on movies, books, and writing.
A showcase for what Leah considers must-see movies. Often, she adores a film but doesn't have the gumption to "review" it on her blog. This way she can spread the word minus a lengthy critique.
Emily Hagins inspires me! Her passion for filmmaking as well as her ability to finish projects is a giant mirror in which I dare not stare. Let’s face it, for a 12-year-old to make a full-length film, she has to not only be passionate about what she’s doing, but determined and willing to work her [...]
The buzz is in full effect for V/H/S (2012). Based on the “reviews” I’ve received, from people who watched the movie already, it’s well-deserved buzz. So I’m spreading the word and crossing my fingers that this one will scare me. I mean, honest to heebie-jeebie goodness, frighten me. (Not just gross me out.) Watch the [...]
Rating: 4 of 5 While browsing the latest DVDs available on Redbox, I discovered SOME GUY WHO KILLS PEOPLE (2011). What caught my eye was the movie’s title, “horror, comedy” and “Kevin Corrigan.” So I rented it based solely on genre and lead actor. Some Guy Who Kills People is about Ken Boyd, a lonely [...]
Rating: 5 of 5 Here’s another hidden gem I’m determined to share with as many people as possible. On the night of the discovery of a duplicate planet in the solar system, an ambitious young student and an accomplished composer cross paths in a tragic accident. (Source: IMDb) A powerful story of redemption, ANOTHER EARTH [...]
