Host, KSL Movie Show

Steve Salles

Steve Salles is a co-host of the KSL Movie Show. You can reach him at ssalles@ksl.com.

KSL Movie Show review: James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ is more vulnerable

KSL Movie Show host Steve Salles says James Gunn's "Superman" is the director's own version of Superman.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Brick,’ a sci-fi mystery that won’t leave you hanging

In "Brick," a group of people are stuck in an underground bunker believing that the Earth above has become uninhabitable.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Familiar Touch’ features a raw and exceptional performance

“Familiar Touch” opened my eyes to the realities of a heartbreaking experience and I am better off for having had this thoughtful experience.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ checks all the boxes, but something is missing

"Jurassic World: Rebirth" comes close to catching the lightning-in-a-bottle feeling of the original, but something is missing.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show Review: ‘Barbara Walters, Tell Me Everything’ reveals why she was THE role model for female journalists

If you ever had the opportunity to be interviewed by Barbara Walters, two things were likely. One, you had arrived and two, you were likely to get a series of personal questions, followed by a real zinger you hadn’t even considered.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘F1: The Movie’ joins the ranks of other great racing films

In the future, when people talk about great racing movies like “Les Mans” or “Grand Prix,” they'll have to include “F1: The Movie” in that same conversation.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Sally’ a documentary about an extraordinary individual

Every once in a while, an extraordinary individual pops back into the public conscience that we possibly hadn’t heard from in years, only to discover something we never realized was an integral part of their lives
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Elio’ is fun, nerdy, charming and thoughtful

In an era of prequels, sequels and three-quels, it’s nice to see "Elio," an original story that centers on a young boy who feels like he doesn’t even belong on his own planet.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Unholy Trinity’ features some terrific actors giving it all they’ve got

In "The Unholy Trinity," some terrific actors give this low-budget Western all they’ve got. That’s why we love them.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ is a remake that doesn’t disappoint

We’re all a bit gun-shy when it comes to remakes, but the new "How to Train Your Dragon" will not disappoint.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Dangerous Animals’ might be the best shark-related horror film since ‘Jaws’

I’m here to tell you that "Dangerous Animals" might be the best shark-related horror film I’ve seen since the original "Jaws"  in 1975.  With absolutely no respect to the "Sharknado" franchise, this bad boy is both terrifying and extremely well done. 
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: Fighting like a girl takes on a whole new meaning in ‘From the World of John Wick: Ballerina’

"From the World of John Wick: Ballerina" has managed to pirouette through many obstacles and deliver a decent action thriller.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Jane Austen Wrecked My Life’ feels like a cool, summer breeze

I didn’t know I was missing a film like this until I sat back and let it pour over me like a cool, summer breeze, Salles wrote.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ stays true to its roots

"Karate Kid: Legends" does not break any new ground but does a good job at honoring the legacy of the franchise.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: How does ‘Lilo & Stitch’ measure up to the original?

Kids will probably enjoy either version of "Lilo & Stitch," but which one is best?
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ delivers on the action

Come prepared for the long haul in 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.'
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: Make the effort to watch the entire “Murderbot” series

"Murderbot" is a science-fiction series on Apple TV+ based on the popular books by Martha Wells, "The MurderBot Diaries."
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden’ is a masterpiece

'American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden' was worth the wait and should be studied in living rooms and classrooms across the U.S.
1 year ago

Movie Show Review: Juliet & Romeo is a bold expression of a beloved story

Many other chances are taken in this classic tale with a fresh coat of paint.  Whether you like the new color palette or not will be up to you.  I personally found it to be an interesting, bold expression of a beloved story, to which I say, why not?  
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Clown in a Cornfield’ has the makings of a cult classic

"Clown in a Cornfield" had me chuckling from the jump, or should I say, jump scare.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Thunderbolts*’ marks a return to fun Marvel movies

"Thunderbolts*" is an earnest attempt to connect to Marvel fans on a more emotional, engaging level. But there's some teasing and goofing around, too.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: Nic Cage challenges audience in “The Surfer”

In "The Surfer," Nic Cage demands my undivided attention on a level that’s hard to describe.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘On Swift Horses’ is a slowly-paced, emotional drama about 50s dreams

"On Swift Horses" is a a slowly-paced, emotional drama about 50s dreams and hush-hush, confused sexuality.
1 year ago

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Accountant 2’ has more heart and soul than the original

"The Accountant 2" shows the cool-thinking Christian Wolff working with his impulsive brother Braxton to solve a sinister puzzle.
1 year ago