Eye-Catching Artwork Inspired By Star Wars

Star Wars: A New Hope was released in 1977 and it continues to impact and influence many artists and creators.  I count myself fortunate to have been old enough to experience this life- changing movie on the big screen upon its initial release.  Decades later there have been countless books, movies, television shows and a …

An Obscure Film Noir For Noirvember: Shed No Tears

It is Noirvember, the month long celebration of all things film noir.  It is the perfect time to reflect on and enjoy the shadowy world of film noir.  The genre is filled with many classics such as Out Of The Past, Laura, Detour and Double Indemnity.  Like any genre, film noir has it fair share …

Alternative Movie Posters Inspired By The Indiana Jones Movies

I recently came across some beautiful artwork inspired by the Indiana Jones movies.  While scrolling through social media, a beautiful poster inspired by the action-adventure movie classic  Raiders Of The Lost Ark, caught my attention.  After further exploration I discovered a trilogy of posters inspired by the first three films in the Indiana Jones film …

A Few Thoughts On The Final Blue Beetle Trailer

As a lifetime fan of comic books and superheroes, I can honestly say that I am not experiencing superhero fatigue.  That does not mean that I automatically rush out and consume every new superhero movie and television show.  I appreciate well made, high quality live action superhero products.  That said, the soon to be released …

A Hollywood What If? Washington, Ford And Hanks, A Movie For The Ages

Denzel Washington, Harrison Ford and Tom Hanks walk into a bar. That is either the start of a very bad joke, or the beginning of a very good movie idea. Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington are among the biggest, most successful actors in Hollywood. Between these three acting veterans they have starred in …

Exceptional Artwork Featuring The Women Of Star Wars

Andy Fairhurst is an insanely talented digital artist. He specializes in creating alternative movie posters and pop culture related art prints.  I recently came across some of his Star Wars inspired artwork. Someone posted one of his pieces on a social media site and I immediately knew that I needed to see more of this man's …

Eye-Catching Artwork Inspired By Casablanca

I love to share exceptional artwork, especially work that is inspired by my favorite movies.  The internet is filled with the work of so many outrageously talented artists.  Some opt to beautifully recreate a scene from a film, while  other create a new piece of art inspired by a film.  When done well, both options …

Blade Runner Musings: Captain Bryant’s Curious Facial Expressions

I have watched the trendsetting, science fiction classic Blade Runner countless times since its release in 1982.  Repeated viewing reveal new and different aspects to the complex, multilayered storyline.  The movie's story and related themes can be viewed from varying perspectives.  Some aspects of the movie are clearly defined and easy to decipher.   Other aspects …

Rex Smith’s Daredevil, A Missed Opportunity

We have been in the midst of an amazingly rich and steady stream of high quality, big budget superhero output.  The big and small screen are filled with colorful do-gooders, battling equally colorful supervillains.  It could be easy to assume that quality live action superheroes have always been with us.  The current phase of big …

Angela Lansbury, My Humble Tribute

The mid to late 1980's was an incredible time for testosterone fueled action on television. Shows such as Knight Rider, Miami Vice, The A-Team, Simon & Simon and Hunter consistently held my attention. As a teenager during this time, a show like Murder, She Wrote, starring an actress in her 60's, was of no interest …