Spotlight

Based upon the true story of the Boston Globe staff pursuing the depths of the public denial of the catholic church heirarchy, who were keeping the rampant child abuse by many of its priests out of the public eye.  It took a tremendous amount of stamina, pursuit, courage and doggedness to keep after this intricate and elusive web.  The best cast of the year with Mark Ruffalo in the spotlight with his persistent perseverance.  This outstanding film should earn major awards at the Oscars.

*Big Screen /Small Screen*

Truth is a great film about journalism but an even better one about politics.  Kate Blanchett and Robert Redford hit peaks in this astounding film.  Oscar nods for sure.
The Diplomat gives us insights into the mechanics of diplomacy in recent years that you'd just never find elsewhere.  Wow!  HBO TV hits another out of the park in this extraordinary documentary made by the son, David, of Richard Holbrook, one of the most respected diplomats ever.  Watch it and see if anyone stands out to be the next president.