Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Pinocchio’ Review: Masterful and Full of Heart

Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio is a visionary masterpiece and the most engaging adaptation of the story yet

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‘Gunpowder Milkshake’ Intricately Balances Warmth and Nerdy Girl Power

Gunpowder Milkshake intricately balances warmth and nerdy girl power landing itself on the list of the kind of film energy we could all channel this summer. Navot Papushado’s directed feature is gorgeously executed, and though full of a lot more violence than I would generally prefer, in its storytelling it’s somehow entirely wholesome. The film is a gritty explosion of emotions, and so dazzlingly colorful, it’s impossible to look away

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‘Virgin River’ Season 3 Brings Heat and Drama

In initially pitching Virgin River to me, people kept stating: “it’s just like Hart of Dixie,” and while similarities could have been drawn in the past, especially given Tim Matheson’s role as the small-town doctor in both shows along with the lead character leaving a large city, the similarities end there. Again, beyond this, I would’ve never put these two shows together, solely because Virgin River brings in heightened drama

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