The title refers to more to psychological trauma than a never-ending snow storm. However, “Infinite Storm” is the survival story of search and rescuer Pam Bales, played by Oscar nominee Naomi Watts. Last month, we saw the “Insurgent” star in the discardable one-woman thriller “The Desperate Hour.” The concept here is infinitely better, with some […]
Saoirse Ronan received her first Oscar nomination for “Atonement,” written by Ian McEwan. Once again, she takes on a role he created, writing his own screen adaptation for the first time. Director Dominic Cooke, unfortunately, doesn’t work the same wonders with McEwan’s script that Joe Wright did with “Atonement.” The provocative nature of the subject matter creates
Director of 27 Dresses Michael Mayer doesn’t seem to have much of a clue how to adapt Anton Chekhov’s play. He’s in good company, as other versions have also disappointed. Despite the lack of inspired direction, the actors rise to the occasion of melodrama, especially Oscar nominee Bening (Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool). The