It seems like the world could always learn a lesson in kindness and emotional growth, and in this time of social distancing, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is more relevant than ever. Giorgi and Carly first saw this movie in theaters last year, and revisit it now over a Facetime hangout to discuss… Continue reading ‘A Beautiful Day in Our Neighborhood’ Continues the Positive Legacy of Mr. Rogers
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‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Encompasses Pain and Beauty of Life
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is a truly “beautiful” film. Love, pain, a family working through their issues — it’s got it all. The film is centered around the beloved children’s show host Mister Rogers and a reporter assigned to write an article about why he is a hero. Director Marielle Heller managers to… Continue reading ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ Encompasses Pain and Beauty of Life
THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL
Writer-director Marielle Heller brings a graphic novel to life, telling the engaging and refreshingly funny story of 15-year-old Minnie Goetze. Newcomer Bel Powley shines in her starring role as the 1970s teenager during a sexually-charged transformation. (BKP: 4.5/5) Review by Associate Editor Brigid K. Presecky “Minnie Goetze” (Bel Powley) just experienced an important milestone in… Continue reading THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL