by Cliff Vaughn | Jan 13, 2005 | Opinion
The success of three “Bible bobbleheads” has led to the release of three more bobbers based on biblical characters. John the Baptist, Esther and Daniel bobbleheads are the newest creations from Isaac Bros., the Allen, Texas-based company that produced the...
by Cliff Vaughn | Jan 13, 2005 | Opinion
“Coach Carter,” which marries lessons in basketball with those of becoming a good citizen, crosses “Lean on Me” with “Hoosiers” and results in an inspiring story. The movie, which opens nationwide tomorrow, is based on the true...
by Cliff Vaughn | Jan 11, 2005 | Opinion
Interest in religion and film continues to surge, and publishers are feeding that interest with waves of books on the subject. Some are specific (e.g. analyses of spiritual themes in “The Lord of the Rings”), whereas others digest a wider body of film. I...
by Cliff Vaughn | Jan 7, 2005 | Opinion
Though originally released in October, “Sideways” is still knocking around various cities and screens. It’s a small film with a big appetite, gobbling up critical praise on its way to the Golden Globes and Academy Awards. “Sideways”...
by Cliff Vaughn | Dec 23, 2004 | Opinion
“Spanglish,” from movie maestro James L. Brooks (“Broadcast News,” “As Good As It Gets”), is a light holiday treat. It’s not a fabulous film, but a good one. It delivers some genuine laughs and much to ponder about family...
