The assassinations continue. The craziness continues. But it’s not without highlights to help keep this year from being all doom and gloom.

What would a second American Civil War look like? This film couldn’t have asked it at a better time, notwithstanding its alleged missteps.

In the golden year of cinema, Frank Capra's tale of Americana ruffled some feathers. But after 85 years, it only grew with valor. Observe…

It started as a controversial novel, and then it became an equally risky film. How did this fare in the Hays Code era? How about nowadays?

2021, the year that followed one of the worst years in recent memory. Had things gotten better since then? I honestly don't know...

Now, here’s an offer you can’t refuse: a sequel that’s hailed as being equal to, if not better than, a film that's already a masterpiece.

Articulate enrapturement gave it acclaim. Subjective repulsion gave it fame. What makes this novel the controversial classic it has become?

Leaping from the pages of Puzo to the reels of Coppola,it became one of the most game-changing films of all time. How did it work its magic?

The iconic, adventurous archeologist, as a young man, touring across the world. Is it as simple as that? Then you ain't seen nothing yet!

Before becoming a musical on stage and in film, it began as a novel which lifted the lamp beside the golden door in more ways than one. How?

Warning: this post contains personal discussions about ongoing American politics. Read at your own discretion.