Marriage is one the fundamental institutions because this is where lives are nurtured for the wider world. It is no wonder that it is played on the screen, being so pivotal. There are good and bad marriages, sad and happy marriages. We can all agree that no relationship and family is perfect, but marriages at…

Divorce was less acceptable in the 1940’s and 50’s, but is more acceptable today. Divorce situations in movies are commonplace. However, many classical Hollywood stars during the early and mid 1900’s and beyond were getting divorced several times though divorce was scandalous. My impression is that there are too many divorce scenarios at the movies…

Many moments in The Light Between Oceans (2016, out now for home viewing) accentuate isolated and needy individuals who don’t really want to be alone. Tom and Isabel The film begins by lingering on Tom’s isolation on the Australian coast. He is single, alone and surrounded by mountain and land on one side and ocean…

Family film Storks (released on DVD in North America, December 20, 2016) is about a lonely boy who wants a baby brother. The boy’s wish is a sentimental feeling from one angle, but also a natural desire for family. The problem is getting a baby brother. In the animated film Storks the Big Boss at the stork delivery…

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