‘Spaceballs’ (1987) remains a pitch-perfect parody of ‘Star Wars’
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): The makers of “Spaceballs 2” will have their work cut out for them as they follow Mel Brooks’ classic.
John’s and Shaune’s 20 favorite TV shows of the 2010s
2010s in review: In chronological order, these were our 20 favorite TV shows of the 2010s.
‘The Cold Bananas Show’ Episode 7: May 2018 Movies in Review (Video)
In the May 2018 Movies in Review episode, Michael reviews: “Overboard” “Bad Samaritan” “Tully” “Solo: A Star Wars Story” “Deadpool 2” Click here for all episodes of “The Cold Bananas Show.”
The Force is weak with lackluster ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ (Movie review)
First, some background on some apprehensions I carried with me into the theater when I saw “Solo: A Star Wars Story” last night. My excitement for “Solo” dropped to near zero when Lucasfilm fired directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller, two of the weirdest and most inventive filmmakers working today, and brought on Ron Howard,
‘The Cold Bananas Show’ Episode 4: May 2018 Movie Preview (Video)
In the May 2018 Movie Preview episode, Michael previews: “Tully” “Dark Crimes” “Life of the Party” “Deadpool 2” “Solo: A Star Wars Story” Click here for all episodes of “The Cold Bananas Show.”
‘Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi’ review
Michael’s “Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi” review, Top 20 films of 2017, Jan. 21, 2018
Michael’s top 20 films of 2017
There were a lot of great films in 2017. So many, in fact, that this year I have decided to do a top 20 list instead of my usual top 10. It means more writing, but trust me, this is a problem any movie buff loves to have. 2017 was a good year for superheros
‘Revenge of the Sith’ reviews
John’s “Revenge of the Sith” review, Brainerd Dispatch, May 20, 2005 John’s “Revenge of the Sith” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, Sept. 6, 2016
‘The Phantom Menace’ reviews
John’s “Phantom Menace” 10th anniversary commentary, johnvhansen.com, May 19, 2009 John’s “Phantom Menace” 3D release review, johnvhansen.com, 2012
10 funniest moments in ‘Family Guy’s’ ‘Blue Harvest’
TV review: Ten years after its initial airing, “Family Guy’s” “Blue Harvest” episode remains one of the funniest “Star Wars” parodies.