Sneakin' In The Movies introduction

Sneakin' In The Movies introduction

by Dale Novick

Performing Arts Film Reviews

Season 1

Beautiful Boy with Timothee Chalamet and Steve Carell

This is an autobiographical film written by Nic and David Scheff, son and father respectively, about the harrowing journey of addiction, the damage it causes, the re3asons it happens and the destruction that engulfs a family structure because it destroys so many people, not only the victim of the addicted person. Timothee Chalamet gave a brilliant, poignant and very vulnerable performance as Nic, who is in and out of drug rehabs, goes into recovery, relapses and gets clean again. It's a vicious cycle and one in which Steve Carrell playing his father, handles so adeptly because3 he doesn't get angry nor blaming of his son, he only offers support and compassion. It's a beautiful film and a must watch. Available on Amazon Prime to rent.

Susan Seidelman's Desperately Seeking Susan with Madonna's film debut

Released in 1985 to critical acclaim, this film follows the escapes of a bored housewife, Roberta, played by Rosanna Arquette, who reads the personal ads religiously and becomes enamored with Desperately Seeking Susan, who is a woman who places ads in the personals to meet up at various locations in NYC with her traveling musician boyfriend, Dez. Roberta goes to the meeting place to find Susan and follows her to a thrift shop, buys her jacket and the identity swap starts.

Curry Barker's horror hit, Obsession

This is a film that was made for $750,000.00 and has grossed over $300,000,000.00 worldwide making it the biggest horror film of 2026. There is so much hype around this horror film that it's garnered Barker an 8 figure deal with Universal Pictures for his next film. It was NOT worth spending a dollar on! Tune into the review for more!

After Hours by Martin Scorsese reviewed by Dale and Jenia

This is the first episode on Sneakin' in the Movies where Dale is hosting her special guest, Jenia Molner, to discuss Martin Scorsese's 1985 cult classic, After Hours. The film stars Griffin Dunne, Rosanna Arquette, Jon Heard, Teri Garr and Linda Fiorentino with special appearances by Cheech and Chong!

The People vs. Larry Flynt

This is a brilliant film directed by Milos Forman, released in 1996 that garnered several Oscar nominations. It was co-produced by Oliver Stone and star Woody Harrelson as the publisher of Hustler Magazine, Larry Flint, Oscar nominee Courtney Love, who plays Althea Flynt and Ed Norton who plays Flynt's lifelong attorney who delivers a fantastic performance when he is litigating in the Supreme Court on Flynt's behalf, against evangelist Jerry Falwell. It's beautifully acted, it's humorous, touching and inspiring to watch, as Flynt built his publishing empire over decades, eventually publishing 29 different magazines with global distribution.

Oliver Stone's Classic War Drama Platoon

This is a film review of Oliver Stone's timeless war drama, Platoon, made in 1986, starring Charlie Sheen, Willem Defoe, Johnny Depp and Tom Berenger, filmed in the Philippines over 55 grueling days, yet intended to take place in the Vietnam war. It is a classic, and has been accredited with being one of the greatest depictions of war. It was written and directed by Stone, based upon his autobiographical journey during the Vietnam war.

Scrapper, a British comedy, on Prime video.

Scrapper is a British comedy starring Lola Campbell and Harris Dickinson, set in a London suburb, about a 12 year old trying to survive on her own, during her summer holidays, after the devastating death and loss of her mother. She is dealing with loss, grief, responsibility, the adult world and emotional survival. It's a poignant heart-felt film about grief, relationships and survival, presented from the perspective of a 12 year old, laced with sensitive moments and longing, all in a comedic tapestry of a script. Tune in for a comet review!

Daniel Roher's Tuner

Welcome to episode 1 of Sneakin'in the Movies with Dale Novick. Today's podcast reviews Daniel Roher's new film entitled Tuner, starring Leo Woodall and Dustin Hoffman in a feel-good drama, crime, romance set in New York City with the backdrop of the music world. Tune into Sneakin' in the Movies with me, for great film content, analysis and reviews. Catch you there!

Sneakin' in The Movies with Dale Novick

This is an introduction to the world of contemporary film, including the history of film from the 1920s to the present day. Tune into my podcast Sneakin' in The Movies with Dale Novick, on platforms such as Amazon and RSS.com.

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