Classic Movies

For the life of me, I can’t figure out why Harvey (1950) is marketed as a comedy. There are funny parts, sure, but the overall subject matter is pretty depressing. A man is suffering from delusions because…

The days really blend together in 2020, huh? Looks like we have our own little Groundhog Day this year. Which gets me to thinking: what would a 2020 Groundhog Day remake look like? I mean, my days are getting to…

Here at MovieBabble, we like to watch movies, obviously. However, the Coronavirus has created a sudden drop off in the number of new movies for us to watch. But we will not be stopped, and…

Every so often, I watch a movie and am immediately filled with dread afterward because I have no idea how to discuss it. Any critic will tell you that the hardest reviews are those you…

blink-182 is one of the most prolific punk rock bands of recent years (the 90s are recent — fight me). They emerged on the scene in the 1990s and have managed to stay relevant throughout…

It seems like every day a random movie is celebrating a random anniversary. As nice as it is to be reminded of Jet Li’s The One, there is no need to acknowledge its 17-year anniversary.…

On the surface, rebooting a classic and beloved film seems simple. The narrative, characters and fan base are already there, it is just a matter of updating the individual pieces that are outdated. But there…

Robin Williams was quite possibly one of the greatest comedians and actors of our time. He could always make us laugh with his off-the-wall stand-up bits and flawless impressions. But he could also make us…

It seems like every movie nowadays makes it on to the list of top 10 highest grossing films. The oldest movie on the list is from 1997–James Cameron’s Titanic. After that, the oldest highest-grossing movie was made…

Can you believe that it’s been 25 years since we first learned how to make a perfect s’more, how to get a cute lifeguard to kiss you, or how to retrieve a priceless baseball —…

John Wayne was a man’s man. With his nonchalant swagger and his commanding presence, he dominated the screen. From cowboy to soldier, he was the epitome of patriotism and a model American. Though his views…

When television took off in Hollywood, many actors and actresses decided to not only film movies, but TV shows as well. After all, it was another source of income and excellent way to get your…

It’s about time that I went back to the era of classic cinema to discuss some of the finest films of the 20th century.  The first of which is Singin’ in the Rain, the timeless musical…

In a surprising twist, one of Hollywood’s most classic films, Gone With the Wind, is now considered insensitive by a theater board in Memphis, Tennessee. The Report After receiving numerous comments regarding the film after a screening…

During the summer months, we as moviegoers often replace the more grounded, interpersonal dramas with epic, expansive blockbusters that focus more on the special effects than the story.  With that in mind, let’s take a…

As my journey to watch and review every film on the IMDb Top 250 List continues, the next stop on the list is another classic that is beloved by many, The Deer Hunter!  The film is considered…

Ridley Scott’s next installment in the Alien franchise, Alien: Covenant, is about to bring us another round of horrific scares this weekend as it’s released to the masses.  With that in mind, let’s take a…

While many have tried, many have failed to capture the magic that Steven Spielberg’s Raiders of the Lost Ark contained when it hit theaters in 1981.  The film is beloved by many and holds a…

MovieBabble’s first review towards its goal of watching and reviewing every movie on the IMDb Top 250 List begins with a beloved classic, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest!  The film certainly helped solidify that Jack…

As an aspiring critic, I’m always looking to grow my pool of knowledge so that I can provide better reviews with improved insight for all my readers.  The next attempt for me to do so…

As per fan request, here’s a review of an all-time classic, Pulp Fiction!  If you want a specific film reviewed, be sure to leave a comment or let me know on my Facebook page!  As…