Tag Archives: Natasha Lyonne

THE UNITED STATES VS. BILLIE HOLIDAY (2021): New Trailer From Andra Day, Trevante Rhodes, Garrett Hedlund, Natasha Lyonne…

The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021), Andra Day, Hulu
The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021), Andra Day, Hulu

Andra Day, Natasha Lyonne, Trevante Rhodes and Garrett Hedlund are the stars of director Lee Daniels’s latest music/biography/drama, The United States vs. Billie Holiday.

The story follows the American soul/jazz singer during her career as she’s targeted by the Federal Department of Narcotics with an undercover sting operation. An operation led by Federal Agent Jimmy Fletcher, a man with whom Holiday had a tumultuous affair.

I knew Holiday was targeted by the Federal Department of Narcotics but I didn’t know that a Federal Agent ex lover was the one behind it.

Even though I’m not very familiar with Holiday’s music, I’m into her boldness, style, strength and unique voice. Plus, it looks like a good performance by all, especially Day is coming our way.

Lastly, I can’t say that I don’t suddenly have an urge to start wearing flowers in my hair, because I do.

Tyler James Williams, Evan Ross, Rob Morgan, Tone Bell, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Dana Gourrier, Melvin Gregg, Erik LaRay Harvey, Miss Lawrence and Tristan D. Lalla also star.

The United States vs. Billie Holiday Release Dates: February 26th, 2021 (US); March 12th, 2021 (UK), Internet…

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HONEY BOY (2019): New Trailer From Shia LaBeouf, Lucas Hedges, Noah Jupe, Maika Monroe…

Honey Boy (2019), Lucas Hedges
Honey Boy (2019), Lucas Hedges

Shia LaBeouf, Lucas Hedges, Noah Jupe and Maika Monroe are the stars of new drama Honey Boy.

Set over the course of a decade, written by Shia LaBeouf and directed by Alma Har’el, Honey Boy is the story of a young actor’s efforts to mend his relationship with his hard-drinking, law-breaking father…

This must have been quite the journey for LaBeouf considering it appears to be based on the story of his relationship with his own father. I’m ready for good performances from everyone. Especially young Mr. Jupe.

FKA Twigs, Natasha Lyonne, Noah Jupe, Laura San Giacomo, Clifton Collins Jr. and Martin Starr also star.

Honey Boy Release Dates: November 8th, 2019 (US)…

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GIRLFRIEND’S DAY (2017): New Trailer From Bob Odenkirk, Natasha Lyonne, Amber Tamblyn…

Girlfriend's Day (2017), Bob Odenkirk
Girlfriend’s Day (2017), Bob Odenkirk

Girlfriend’s Day which stars Bob Odenkirk,  Natasha Lyonne and Amber Tamblyn takes place in a a world where greeting card writers are celebrated like movie stars. Romance writer Ray (Odenkirk) used to be the king and since becoming a ‘has been’ was never in his plans, he’ll do what ever it takes including getting entangled in a web of murder and deceit to be back on top…

I’m intrigued because it looks different to what most of us can usually expect to be watching on Valentines day and the cast is reliable.

Girlfriend’s Day Release Dates: February 14th 2017 (US)…

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HELLO, MY NAME IS DORIS (2015): The Things I Liked…

Hello My Name Is Doris (2015), Sally Field
Hello My Name Is Doris (2015), Sally Field

Sally field and Max Greenfield are the stars of Hello, My Name Is Doris, the story of a mature woman who romantically pursues a much younger man. This kind of tale certainly isn’t the sort of thing you see in movies everyday, so, naturally I had to meet Doris for myself.

In meeting Doris, I got to learn about her story and how it relates to her current choices. There are a few dramatic and funny moments in this movie. However, what sticks most in my mind are the scenes that were so uncomfortable to watch that averting my gaze just had to happen. By uncomfortable, I’m referring to the situations the characters get themselves into as opposed to the films execution, which, overall is ok.

The actors did well with their performances but I didn’t like Hello, My Name Is Doris enough for the uncomfortable moments to be worth it. What I did like a lot is the following quote because the meaning is just what a chronic procrastinator like myself needs to remember, always.

‘There are seven days in a week and someday isn’t one of them’

I also like that Hello My Name Is Doris helped me to conclude that essentially, we’re all stalkers when we find something /someone we like enough. But of course, as is the case with most things, there are levels and I for one am on the ‘no restraining order necessary’ category.

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HELLO, MY NAME IS DORIS (2015): New Trailer Starring Sally field & Max Greenfield

Hello, My Name Is Doris (2015), Sally Field, Max Greenfield
Hello, My Name Is Doris (2015), Sally Field, Max Greenfield

I can’t be sure that I’ve ever seen Sally field play a leading role before, but I like the idea of Hello, My Name Is Doris…

As is the case for many (I’m guessing), Sally Field’s role as Mrs Gump in Forrest Gump (1994) will forever be the one that sticks in mind when I here her name. A good thing since the movie is brilliant.

Directed by Michael Showalter, I’m expecting Hello, My Name Is Doris to be funny and a refreshingly welcome kind of different.

Release Date (s): March 11th, 2016 (US)…

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