Henry Jones

  • Movie Review: Deathtrap (1982)

    Movie Review: Deathtrap (1982)

    “Deathtrap” is a 1982 movie based on a play written by Ira Levin, directed by Sidney Lumet, and includes a stellar cast that features Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve, and Dyan Cannon. It is a riveting thriller with a plot that has many layers, like an onion being peeled. Movies adapted from stage plays often share Read more

  • Movie Review: The Grifters (1990)

    Movie Review: The Grifters (1990)

    Produced by Martin Scorsese and directed by Stephen Frears, ‘The Grifters’ is a neo-noir gem, a twisted tale about three criminals. It is based on Jim Thompson’s novel of the same name. Though it is limited to a modest budget, ‘The Grifters’ features a stellar cast who deliver outstanding performances. The taut, smart screenplay has Read more