The Film Maven Recommends for March 2025

God, March was a looooong month

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Am I the only one who thought March was a thousand days? Between the Oscars and :looks around: everything else going on, it just seems like we’ve been through a lot in just 30 days. I’ve probably mentioned this in a previous post, but I’m really seeking comfort in films and books, more than even during the pandemic, so let’s look at the good literature and films that brought a smile to my face this month.

*I’m interested in getting the subscribers thoughts. Do you enjoy the format from the last few months, wherein I lay out and discuss everything I’ve consumed in a given month (the Best and the Rest) or this wherein it’s just the movies and books I’ve enjoyed and recommend? Let me know in the comments or in the member chat.*