today's episode: screen projects for 'grownups' miss mark

 Slow character studies and end-of-life dramas are NOT for me. Bring on  the action, even if an old dude (or feisty old lady!) is at the wheel! 

With films like INDEPENDENCE DAY, THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW, 2012, GODZILLA  and others, Roland Emmerich can lay claim to the title "King of the  Summer Blockbusters." A review of some of his best--and worst--work. 

 Apple TV Plus's interpretation of the epic Asimov FOUNDATION novels  makes the dry original accessible with fully dimensional characters and  beautiful visuals. 

 What does the classic film FROM HERE TO ETERNITY have in common with THE  GODFATHER? How does THE GODFATHER PART II compare to the original?  Three films, connected by two degrees of separation, on today's episode!