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Film Critic David Thomson's Assessment of Director Woody Allen Flawed

English film critic David Thomson's dislike, dare I say contempt, of Woody Allen is well known. Look up a Thomson review of an Allen film and it is most likely negative, the one most recent one being "Match Point" (2005). In his wonderful book, "The New Biographical Dictionary of Film," Thomson leveled this charge against Allen, "Moreover, some of his films are so inconsequential, so much a matter of habit, that they make his productivity seem artificial." Is this true? Are some of Allen's films so easily dismissible? If so, what does it say for Woody Allen's stature in the history of cinema? Conversely, is it fair? Has Allen's longevity and creative output surpassed any comparable measure of legacy we have available?
By Thomas Swan

  • ‘DWTS’ Chris Soules Bachelor Wedding to Whitney Bischoff Back On after Elimination?

    During his time on ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars',Chris Soules has steadily been accused of being more interested in riding out his 'Bachelor' fame than getting married to his Season 19 winner, Whitney Bischoff. According to the latest gossip news updates, now that Prince Farming has been eliminated from Season 20 along with pro-partner, Witney Carson, he is more than ready once again to start planning their wedding.
    By Shane Jordan

  • ‘Fast and Furious 8’ News: Paul Walker Brother Cody Returns?

    Despite the fact that it's been a year-and-a-half since the tragic death of Paul Walker, whose autopsy later reveled was still alive immediately following the crash, in a horrific car traffic accident, his 'Fast and Furious' character Brian O'Connell is reportedly all set to ride again in the new 2017 'Fast 8' sequel. According to the latest gossip news updates, Walker's brother, Cody, is very interested in reprising his 'Furious 7' role as a CGI body double in next installment that Vin Diesel insists Paul already promised he'd make for the fans.
    By Shane Jordan