Movie reviews from Steve Salles and Andy Farnswoth

KSL Movie Show

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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show: “The Color Purple” and other holiday-week releases

On "The Color Purple," Steve Salles writes that director Blitz Bazawule brought together the best of the novel, a musical, and the Spielberg original to make this epic drama.
3 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Wonka’ is sweet, upbeat, innocent

'Wonka' is an origin story about a young man who dreams of being the world’s greatest chocolatier. It's rated PG for some violence, mild language, and thematic elements.
3 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Family Plan’ is entertaining but not exceptional

This review of "The Family Plan" takes a close look at star actor Mark Wahlberg and his character's uphill battle with his past.
3 months ago
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Emily Ashmead

Finally Friday: schedule changes beginning January 2024

Starting in January 2024, KSL NewsRadio has a fresh Friday lineup.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Leave the World Behind’ is a fun ride but falls short

This review takes a dive into "Leave the World Behind." Well, as much as a dive as you can without ruining the movie's mystery.
4 months ago
KSL Movie Show co-host Steve Salles says "Maestro" is a fine picture you won't want to miss....
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Maestro’ shows a renown composer, flaws and all, exquisitely

Don't miss this movie review of Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Leonard Bernstein. "Maestro" is and exquisite and real must-see picture.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Godzilla Minus One’ might be the best ‘Zilla movie

Say goodbye to the man in a rubber suit playing Godzilla. Godzilla Minus One gives us a terrifyingly improved version of this classic movie monster.
4 months ago
"Silent Night" is a movie about revenge, how it is best served cold, and how words sometimes just g...
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: “Silent Night” is exquisitely directed

"Silent Night" is directed by John Woo and stars Joel Kinnaman in an emotional action and revenge film of few words.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: “Leo” is brilliant

"Leo" is a movie that delivers a surprisingly heartwarming and funny story that'll bring tears to your eyes -- both from sweet moments and hilarious jokes.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: Disney’s “Wish” is a positive throwback

The Disney animated movie "Wish" felt like a throwback to an earlier, simpler time when the Mouse House produced movies for the whole family.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: “Next Goal Wins” is a heartfelt and true story

"Next Goal Wins" has a familiar feel, a bit like "Bad News Bears" right down to the crotchety coach (except it's a true story!)
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ feels rushed

This KSL Movie Show review says "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" makes one big mistake.
4 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Marvels’ wasn’t worth my time

The KSL Movie Show's review of "The Marvels": You may want to spend your time, and money, elsewhere even though this Marvel movie is short.
5 months ago
The KSL Movie Show reviews"The Holdovers" and says it might be one of your favorite movies....
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Holdovers’ is your new seasonal anthem

"The Holdovers" could easily become the next film you watch every holiday season with your family.
5 months ago
The KSL Movie Show review gives "Priscilla" a B grade for its truth despite being ugly....
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Priscilla’ isn’t pretty, but it rings true

If you're looking for a pretty movie, this isn't it. The latest KSL Movie Show review gives "Priscilla" a B grade. It's ugly, but true.
5 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Pain Hustlers’ on Netflix

“Pain Hustlers” sort of runs parallel to “The Wolf of Wall Street” - both movies featuring excesses in power, wealth, and debauchery. 
5 months ago
KSL Movie Show host Steve Salles reviews the latest effort from Universal Pictures. It's a passing ...
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’

The KSL Movie Show's Steve Salles breaks down "Five Nights at Freddy's," but his review might be scarier than the film itself.
5 months ago
"The Pigeon Tunnel" is an example of great storytelling that will have you hanging on every word....
Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘The Pigeon Tunnel’ is a brilliant storytelling effort that spy novel lovers will enjoy

KSL Movie Show host Steve Salles says that while "The Pigeon Tunnel" might not be for a younger audience, its storytelling hits a home run.
5 months ago
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Steve Salles

KSL Movie Show review: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’

Killers of the Flower Moon details a series of murders in early 1920s Osage County, Oklahoma, involving members of the Osage Indian tribe.
5 months ago
After nearly 45 years at KSL NewsRadio, Doug Wright has announced he will be retiring from his role...
Kevin LaRue, Program Director

KSL’s Doug Wright to host final movie show program, continues with long-time host Andy Farnsworth

After hosting a daily news talk show for more than three decades, Doug Wright stepped back from daily hosting in 2018.
11 months ago
KSL Newsradio's Park City correspondent Joe Davis says Slamdance showcases important independent fi...
Mark Jackson

The Slamdance Film Festival; a fun, quirky alternative to Sundance

The Slamdance Film Festival offers an alternative to the Sundance Film Festival. The event screens movies through Jan 26.
1 year ago
Pinocchio (voiced by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth) in Disney's live-action PINOCCHIO, exclusively on Dis...
KellieAnn Halvorsen

FAN EFFECT REVIEW: Disney’s latest version of ‘Pinocchio’ is a nostalgic dose of CGI magic

"Pinocchio" gives a modern touch to the animated classic with CGI-infused magic, a handful of updated plot points, and a diversity of players.
2 years ago
FanX 2022 welcomes 'Scream Queen' Neve Campbell....
KellieAnn Halvorsen

FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention to have some ‘Scream’ingly cool celebrity guests for the 2022 convention

This year's FanX event will welcome four "Scream" cast members to its list of celebrity guests.
2 years ago
Nicolas Cage as “Nick Cage” contemplates his career in Mallorca, Spain in “The Unbearable Wei...
KellieAnn Halvorsen

FAN EFFECT REVIEW: “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” is a hilarious grown-up comedy with an emphasis on grown-up

“The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” is a wonderfully weird, insightfully intelligent, and absolutely hilarious grown-up action-comedy. 
2 years ago