Review of the Counterfeiters written and directed by Stefan RuzowitzkyRating **** It's rare when a film that is written and directed by the same individual turns out to be really good. This film is the exception. It is a foreign film with subtitles, but don't let that scare you away. Once … [Read more...] about Review of The Counterfeiters
Review of 1421
Review of 1421: The Year China Discovered America by Gavin MenziesRating **** One of my favorite books of all time is Magellan by Tim Joyner. It's one of only a handful of books I have read more than once. It is the greatest adventure story ever told. Magellan left Spain with five ships … [Read more...] about Review of 1421
Review of Recount
Review of Recount written by Danny Strong and directed by Jay RoachRating **** This is an HBO film that tells the story of the 2000 presidential election and subsequent request for a Florida recount. This film has a first rate cast and does an excellent job of accurately portraying all that took … [Read more...] about Review of Recount
Review of Touching History
Review of Touching History: The Untold Story of the Drama that Unfolded in the Skies over America by Lynn SpencerRating ***** The author opens this book by comparing what happened on 9/11 to Pearl Harbor, and I don't think too many people would disagree. The comparison is even more true for … [Read more...] about Review of Touching History
Coming to Pensacola
I will be giving a slideshow presentation in Pensacola, Florida at the West Florida Public Library on September 19 starting at 4:30 pm. For more information about this event click here. The slideshow uses images, sound, and animation to tell the story of ALM Flight 980, which is also the subject of … [Read more...] about Coming to Pensacola
Review of War Dance
Review of War/Dance directed by Sean and Andrea FineRating *** 1/2 This is the story of a group of African refugees and their attempt to compete in a national music and dance competition. At least that is the thread that weaves through the film. A more accurate description is that this is a film … [Read more...] about Review of War Dance