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Directed by Penny Marshall, ‘Big’ tells the story of a young boy who wishes to grow up and, overnight, turns into a thirty-year old man. The film stars Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, and Robert Loggia. It was a critical and commercial success, receiving two Academy Award nominations. I first saw this movie in middle school!Continue reading “Big (1988)”

I first saw ‘Dead Poets Society’ (1989) either soon before or shortly after the death of Robin Williams in 2014. I cannot remember the timeline exactly, but I remember my profound reaction. I believe that it is one of his greatest dramatic performances on film. I was extremely moved by him and his character inContinue reading “Dead Poets Society (1989)”

‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ (1986) has become a ’80s cult classic! Written and directed by John Hughes, the film follows a sneaky high school student who skips school for a day to spend time with his girlfriend and best friend in Chicago. Starring Matthew Broderick, the film was a hit in a successful run ofContinue reading “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)”

‘Everybody’s Fine’ is a 2009 film starring Robert De Niro as a father who sets on a journey to visit his children around the country. Drew Barrymore, Kate Beckinsale, and Sam Rockwell play his children who all seem to be hiding secrets from their father. I first saw this film close to its release onContinue reading “Everybody’s Fine (2009)”

In 1995, ‘Toy Story’ was released from the then-unknown animation studio, Pixar, which soon became a household name. The film was the first computer-generated feature, a new feat that ushered in the trend in Hollywood. Starring Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, the film received widespread praise for its screenplay and technological achievement. ‘Toy Story’ holdsContinue reading “Toy Story (1995)”

‘The Switch’ (2010) is a romantic comedy film starring Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman. It’s one of the few films that has not gained as much notoriety in either actor’s body of work. But, I love it. I remember seeing it in theaters when it was released and the reaction that I had from it.Continue reading “The Switch (2010)”

‘Beauty and the Beast’ (1991) is the final Disney film that holds importance to me. Directed by Kirk Wise and Gary Trousdale, the film was one of the first in what is now regarded as the Disney Renaissance in the 1990s. It was well-received by audiences and critics alike. It was also nominated for BestContinue reading “Father of the Bride (1991)”

‘Beauty and the Beast’ (1991) is the final Disney film that holds importance to me. Directed by Kirk Wise and Gary Trousdale, the film was one of the first in what is now regarded as the Disney Renaissance in the 1990s. It was well-received by audiences and critics alike. It was also nominated for BestContinue reading “Beauty and the Beast (1991)”

Another classic romantic comedy, ‘When Harry Met Sally…’ tells the story of two college classmates who lose touch and catch up by coincidence. While their disdain for each other is palpable at first, Harry Burns and Sally Albright soon develop a real friendship. Most of their conversations revolve around past flames and ex-partners, and, inContinue reading “When Harry Met Sally… (1989)”

I saw ‘Forrest Gump’ for the first time when I was a high school student. I have been a fan of Tom Hanks for a long time and I consider this film to be his best. It has everything that an audience loves about a film: humor, heart, and a broad timeline of the mostContinue reading “Forrest Gump (1994)”