The Ethics of Horse Racing in Film and TV:
Horse racing is one of the most cinematic sports to portray — it’s fast, emotional, and deeply symbolic. But as Luck revealed, the cost of that spectacle can be devastating.
The Real Penny Chenery – Horse Owner, Businesswoman, Pioneer:
Long before she was portrayed on screen by Diane Lane, Penny Chenery was already a legend. Her role in Secretariat's legacy isn't just that of an owner; she was a fierce businesswoman who reshaped the
On This Day in History: May 5, 1973 — Secretariat Wins the Kentucky Derby:
On May 5, 1973, a chestnut colt named Secretariat stormed past the finish line at Churchill Downs, clocking in at an astonishing 1:59 2/5 — still the fastest Kentucky Derby ever run. What followed was
Why ‘Luck’ Was Cancelled – The Full Story Behind HBO’s Controversial Series:
In 2011, HBO released Luck, a star-studded, critically acclaimed series about the inner workings of a racetrack. With Dustin Hoffman and Nick Nolte headlining and Deadwood creator David Milch at the helm, it had every ingredient for success.
‘Luck’ – Official Trailer:
When Luck premiered on HBO in early 2012, it looked like a prestige slam dunk. Created by David Milch (Deadwood), directed by Michael Mann (Heat), and starring Dustin Hoffman in his first major television role, the series
What ‘Secretariat’ Got Right — and Where It Took Liberties:
The 2010 Disney film Secretariat tells the inspiring story of a legendary racehorse and the tenacious woman behind him, Penny Chenery. But how closely does the film stick to the real-life events it dramatizes?
‘Secretartiat’ – Official Trailer:
When Secretariat galloped into theaters in 2010, it brought with it more than a tale of triumph on the track. It delivered a polished, Disney-fied version of one of the most astonishing true stories in American sports
My Top Ten Paul Giamatti Movies:
To commemorate the Featured TV Blog for the month of April, John Adams, I have gathered My Top Ten Paul Giamatti Movies! If you're looking for the best movies featuring Paul Giamatti, you've come to
‘John Adams’ – Interview:
In a quietly powerful 2001 interview on CBS Sunday Morning, bestselling historian David McCullough sat down with correspondent Rita Braver to discuss what he called an “overlooked Founding Father”: John Adams. The conversation, originally broadcast on
The Political Power Struggle Between Adams and Jefferson:
The HBO miniseries John Adams (2008) offers a vivid portrayal of one of the most dynamic and complex political relationships in American history: the rivalry between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. The power struggle between these two
The Real Story of Vegas Marriages and How ‘Anora’ Got It Right:
When Sean Baker’s Anora premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, it was easy to mistake it for another tale of impulsive love wrapped in neon. After all, a New York stripper (Mikey Madison) marrying the son
Why ‘John Adams’ Is One of the Most Accurate Historical Dramas Ever Made…
When HBO released John Adams in 2008, it wasn’t just another prestige television miniseries. It was a landmark in historical storytelling—an intimate, sobering, and thoroughly researched portrait of America’s early years, told through the life of one
An Updated Dutton Family Tree and the Future of the ‘Yellowstone’ Franchise after ‘1923’:
We’ve reached the end of the road to another "Yellowstone Origin Story” with the two-hour series finale of 1923...
From ‘Pretty Woman’ to ‘Anora’: Why the Academy Finally Embraced the Sex Worker Narrative –
When Sean Baker’s Anora premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May 2024, few doubted its critical potency. What was less certain, however, was how far its success could travel into the traditionally conservative terrain of
My Top Ten Striptease Movies:
To commemorate the Featured Film Blog of the month for April, Anora, I have gathered My Top Ten Striptease Movies! If you're looking for the best film to watch featuring a striptease in the film,
‘Anora’ – Interview –
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Mikey Madison, Yura Borisov, Mark Eydelshteyn and Karren Karagulian talk about trusting and working with director Sean Baker for Anora, Academy Award winner for Best Picture. This was recorded on Tuesday December 3, 2024, as
An Every Guy Connection…
In Memoriam: Gene Hackman January 30, 1930 – February 18, 2025 An Unforgiven Santa Fe Connection… In the early morning hours of February 26, 2025, while most of America was asleep, the bodies of actor