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Boulder Weekly, Reviews

THE LION KING

January 21, 2022January 14, 2022 Michael J. Casey

The Lion King, Disney’s computer-generated remake, isn’t like the rest. Yes, the story—Hamlet meets Bambi with a touch of The Jungle Book—is intact, as are the memorable Elton John and Tim Rice songs. But The Lion King is different. From the first delicate images of the … Continue reading THE LION KING

In Their Words

Born On This Day — October 19, 1966

October 19, 2014October 28, 2021 Michael J. Casey

I don’t “handle” people. It’s so much easier to manipulate actors than to really have an earnest discussion with them. It’s very easy to say whatever’s going to appease them and then turn around and do whatever you want to … Continue reading Born On This Day — October 19, 1966

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THE WOLF OF WALL STREET

December 30, 2013January 22, 2021 Michael J. Casey

In a year where directors are inseparable from the subject of their movies (To The Wonder, Pain & Gain, Inside Llewyn Davis, Nebraska, and many more), one rises above the rest of the pack. The Wolf of Wall Street is about Jordan Belfort’s desire to … Continue reading THE WOLF OF WALL STREET

In Their Words

Born On This Day — October 19

October 19, 2013December 7, 2021 Michael J. Casey

I’ve always wanted to call the shots because I would rather fail than not have a chance to figure it out on my own. I’m a very lazy person by nature. I have to be really engaged, and then I … Continue reading Born On This Day — October 19

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