Movies for Saturday January 13th, 2018

On January 13 1964 Penelope Ann Miller was born... so the theme for today are movies with Penelope Ann Miller. Penelope Ann Miller has been in a number of leading and supporting roles throughout the late eighties and '90's. I hope the following picks will provide hours of entertainment-enjoy!

1 Awakenings (1990) Penny Marshall
Critically acclaimed film based on real life memoirs of doctor who treats catatonic patients who wake up in an institutionalized setting. Miller plays love interest of patient Leonard Lowe (Robert De Niro) who was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance and Robin Williams plays doctor Malcolm Sayer; the film was also nominated for Best Picture. Wonderfully touching film... great performances by all-especially Williams in understated role ... fascinating to watch.

2 The Freshman (1990) Andrew Bergman
Highly regarded film that tells the story of a film student who crosses paths with Mafia don. Comedy with heavy hitter Marlon Brando who plays mob boss and Matthew Broderick plays the hapless student-funny to watch Brando who reprises his famous role...

3 Carlito's Way (1993) Brian De Palma
Strong performance by Al Pacino and Miller as his love interest; follows story of Pacino who is released from prison and tries to stay on the straight and narrow but has difficulty... great performance also by Sean Penn as Pacino's sleazy lawyer.

4 Biloxi Blues (1988) Mike Nichols
Adaptation of Neil Simon play starring Matthew Broderick who enters the army... pleasant comedy

5 Chaplin (1992) Richard Attenborough
Film based on the life of English Actor Charlie Chaplin-Robert Downey Jr. received an Oscar nomination for his critically acclaimed role as Chaplin...