Hulu’s “Castle Rock” is a huge disappointment for me. The 10-episode series is inspired by the work of Stephen King, who has featured the fictional
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In the Bedroom (2001)
This effective drama from Todd Field is a thoughtful, emotionally charged exploration of parental grief and marital compromise. Sissy Spacek and Tom Wilkinson are remarkable
Hot Rod (2007)
Although it’s not for everybody, there’s a significant amount of charm running through this deliriously juvenile, screamingly funny comedy. As he would later prove with
A Private Matter (1992)
A great example of the surprising strengths of made-for-television movies, 1992’s “A Private Matter” is blessed by a typically terrific performance by Sissy Spacek, as
Carrie (1976)
“Carrie” has a special place in my heart. I’ve read the 1975 Stephen King novel at least a dozen times, and I’ve seen the movie
The Man With Two Brains (1983)
This Steve Martin vehicle gets off to a great start, with rapid-fire, non-sequitur one-liners peppered throughout each interaction, not to mention a tone that suggests
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