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 We got a fun, new documentary this week, as well as some streaming options. Below are my takes on the new films I saw this week. You can keep up with everything I’m watching by following me on Letterboxd @knighthawk7734. Sacrifice (Netflix) Starring : Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Evans, and John Malkovich Synopsis: This new farse first debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival—in 2025. So, it was more than a year later it got wide distribution on Netflix. That seems odd for a film with a high-profile cast. But it’s a strange story. It centers on an environmental gathering for the wealthy some eco-terrorists break in and take hostages. It’s all part of a plan to make a sacrifice so that a volcano doesn’t erupt and kill the world. It’s a wild premise and it doesn’t turn out quite as well as I’d have hoped. There was potential here, and this is a watchable one, but it’s not as strong as it could be. Rating: Rated R for some bloody violence, and language including some sexual ref...
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Fall TV Roundup, Week 7

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 We’re making our way through October, which has left us with plenty of new series to check out. But what of these new shows are worth fitting into your busy Fall schedule? Let this weekly post be your guide as I look at the pilot and second episode of new shows this Fall. Don’t see a new show listed below? Check previous weeks. Tuesdays: NCIS: New York, Tuesdays at 9 p.m. on CBS (Premiered October 6) About : This new spin on NCIS brings back Sam Hanna (LL Cool J) and pairs him with feisty New Yorker Nick Schaffer (Scott Caan) to solve crimes. It’s a simple enough set up with an expanded cast that includes Jennifer Beals, among others. If you’ve been a fan of other NCIS series, or just a good CBS crime drama, this is in your wheelhouse. It’s not anything new, but it’s pretty fun at times. The cases so far seem fairly entertaining, and it creates a solid block on Tuesdays. Pilot Grade : C+ Second Episode : C+ VisionQuest, Streaming Tuesdays on Disney+ (Premiered October 13) About: ...
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Broncos' 2026 Season, Week 6

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  Week 6 : Denver Broncos 17,  Seattle Seahawks 14 Season Record : 4-2 (3-0 Home) Key Play : In overtime, with the score tied 14-14, Sam Darnold's pass was intercepted by Ja'Quan McMillian, ending the Seahawks' drive. That led to the game-winning field goal. Recap : It wasn't pretty but it was a win. It feels like that is what we say every week. And that's becoming a problem. Bo Nix is the best quarterback the Broncos have had since Peyton Manning. He's also become unwatchable. There are theories about the playcalling or him being injured. Whatever it is, there is a struggle. The offense looked OK in the first half, at least scoring 14 points to build an 11-point lead. But in the second half and overtime, it was painful to move the ball a single yard. The Broncos were shut out in the second half and were frankly lucky to win, again. If it was only against a good Seahawks team, you'd dismiss it. But that has been the case in all six games this season, and in ...
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1991 Rewind: What About Bob?

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  It's hard to believe, but 1991 was 35 years ago. Over the next few weeks I'm going to be looking at some stand out films from 1991 that are turning 35 in 2026. Today, it's a classic comedy. Bob Wiley : [speaking to workers in a mental hospital] It reminds me of my favorite poem, which is, "Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm a schizophrenic... and so am I!" What About Bob? Starring: Bill Murray and Richard Dreyfuss Director: Frank Oz About: On the rewind I always try to capture classic films that are remembered from the year of release. But I don't always love the movies that are selected. That's the case with this comedy, which has never been one of my movies. But it is a classic, and it is a film that has really landed with many long-time Bill Murray fans. And I get it. The story is wild and the performances match. I think this is a quality film comedy and it's certainly one that has endured, whether it's a personal favorite or not!
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AFI 100 Years, 100 Movies: No. 21

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Back in 1998, the American Film Institute unveiled its list of the 100 greatest films as voted on by members of the cinematic community. The year, I'm looking at the films on that list, re-ranked according to my preference. Check back Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year as we walk through this list of classic films. Narrator : This was the story of Howard Beale: The first known instance of a man who was killed because he had lousy ratings. Network (1976) Original List Position: 66 Starring: Faye Dunaway, Robert Duvall, William Holden, and Peter Finch Director: Sidney Lumet About: This is a classic film that challenges our conceptions in a lot of ways. As someone who is a fan of journalism films, this has long stood out. It's a fairly wild story with a great cast and some great performances. But it certainly makes you think, too. This was among the handful of films I had at the top of the heap for the decade of the 1970s, and it makes sense that it landed on this list. T...
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AFI 100 Years, 100 Movies: No. 21

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Back in 1998, the American Film Institute unveiled its list of the 100 greatest films as voted on by members of the cinematic community. The year, I'm looking at the films on that list, re-ranked according to my preference. Check back Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year as we walk through this list of classic films. Ben Obi-Wan Kenobi : In my experience, there's no such thing as luck. Star Wars (1977) Original List Position: 15 Starring : Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Alec Guinness Director: George Lucas About: There are films that make a long-term impact on the culture. Star Wars is that movie. It changed so much about cinema and remains a classic. I love the film and I love the franchise. It's amazing what Lucas was able to do and how he opened up film. It landed as No. 15 on the original list, moving up to No. 13 a decade later. It's not quite as high on my list, but it's still a movie I love and have seen many, many times.  
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NFL Picks, Week 6

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  Week 5 of the NFL Season was wild, for picks and results. Let's see if Week 6 is more predictable! NFL Picks, Week 6: Seahawks Over Broncos Jaguars Over Texans Bears Over Falcons Ravens Over Browns Colts Over Titans Patriots Over Jets Giants Over Saints Panthers Over Eagles Steelers Over Buccaneers Rams Over Cardinals Chiefs Over Chargers Bills Over Raiders Packers Over Cowboys 49ers Over Commanders Last Week : 8-6 Season : 45-33 NFL Picks Spread, Week 6 : Seahawks -2.5 Over Broncos Jaguars -2.5 Over Texans Bears -2.5 Over Browns Browns +4.5 Over Ravens Titans +6.5 Over Colts Patriots -7.5 Over Jets Giants +1.5 Over Saints Panthers +1.5 Over Eagles Steelers -2.5 Over Buccaneers Rams -12.5 Over Cardinals Chiefs -8.5 Over Chargers Bills -5.5 Over Raiders Packers -1.5 Over Cowboys 49ers -7.5 Over Commanders Last Week: 7-8 Season: 42-37
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