Tag Archives: Heath Ledger

Monster’s Ball

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Morgan R. Lewis

We all remember the speech, at least those of us who saw it — and many who didn’t, thanks to the lampooning it received. Halle Berry breaking down in tears after receiving the Best Actress Oscar for her role in … Continue reading →

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Favorite Films: The Dark Knight

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Morgan R. Lewis

“The night is darkest just before the dawn. And I promise you, the dawn is coming.” With the blockbuster success of Batman Begins, anticipation was high for Christopher Nolan’s follow-up. Fans were excited. Even critics were looking forward to it. … Continue reading →

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The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Morgan R. Lewis

Heath Ledger may well be this generation’s James Dean. His career tragically cut short (though in his case more by a bad decision than by happenstance), he had a few more films than Dean, but like Dean was just reaching … Continue reading →

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The Brothers Grimm

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Morgan R. Lewis

Director Terry Gilliam delves back into fantasy and the role of stories with this 2005 film starring Matt Damon and Heath Ledger. The film takes the position that the brothers Grimm weren’t just chroniclers of stories, but actively participated in … Continue reading →

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