Movies & TV - July 4, 2009
Critical mass: The experts review "Public Enemies"
The movie "Public Enemies" is drawing mixed reviews from movie critics, many of whom liked the look and style of Michael Mann's film, but where underwhelmed by the execution. New Yorker critic David Denby wrote, "Here is a look at what movie critics from around the country wrote about the new movie "Public Enemies," which was filmed in Wisconsin by director Michael Mann and stars Johnny Depp as John Dillinger.
Tags: public enemies, michael mann, johnny depp, critics

Movies & TV - July 2, 2009
Metcalf's Screening Room: "Public Enemies"
Because the film was shot in Wisconsin, local pride will prompt many area residents to see Johnny Depp portray John Dillinger in "Public Enemies." The local pride angle struck OnMilwaukee.com movie expert Mark Metcalf, who says that the on-screen battle between the good guys and bad guys resembles a sporting event. Metcalf also searches for good and bad guys in the state's effort to become a hotbed for filmmakers.
Tags: public enemies, michael mann, johnny depp, christian bale, marion cotillard

Living - March 9, 2009
Who's your celebrity "freebie?"
In an ancient episode of "Friends," Ross makes a "freebie list" of celebrities he would like to have his girlfriend Rachel's blessing to have sex with if the unlikely opportunity presented itself. Who would be on your list?
Tags: sex week, "friends, " freebie list, danny gokey, james spader, ani difranco, johnny depp, lenny kravitz

Kids & Family - Jan. 31, 2009
The kid wants to see PG-13 movies
Lately, my thoughts about PG-13 movies have been in reference to my son, who is only 6, but already wants to watch a slew of films with this rating.
Tags: pg-13, pirates of the caribbean, transformers, johnny depp, iron man, cars, wall-e

Movies & TV - Jan. 26, 2009
Milwaukee lands on Moviemakers top 10 list
Not long after Wisconsin created special incentives to draw filmmakers to the state, Milwaukee has landed at No. 9 on Moviemaker magazine's list of top movie cities for 2009.
Tags: Barbara Lawton, Moviemaker magazine, Public Enemies, Johnny Depp, Fort McCoy, Film Wisconsin