Kathy Lynn's

Ludovic (Du Fresne), a sweet little boy who resides with his parents in a Belgian suburb, has decided that, when he grows up, he wants to be a girl. To him this is perfectly logical; he already favors wearing dresses and makeup, and is determined to eventually wed the boy-next-door. Needless to say, mom and dad are perplexed and none too pleased. All points of view are well served in this charming and compassionate comedy-drama.
--Leonard Maltin

I also included this one in the issue oriented page, as it is both entertaining and confronts issues of gender identity disorder.
I don't know how they came buy this being an 'R' rated film. I went to see this film down at an international film festival in Athens Ohio. I give it five stars!!!! - Kathy Lynn

Legendary comedy by Wilder and I. A. L. Diamond about two musicians who witness the St. Valentine's Day Massacre and try to elude their pursuers by joining an all-girl band heading for Miami. Sensational from start to finish, with dazzling performances by Lemmon and Curtis, a memorably comic turn by Monroe as Sugar Kane, and Oscar-winning costumes by Orry-Kelly. Brown has film's now-classic closing line. Basis for hit Broadway musical Sugar.
--Leonard Maltin

Three New York drag queens on the way to Hollywood for a beauty pageant have their car break down in a small Midwestern town, stranding the flamboyant trio for the weekend. Waiting for parts for their Cadillac convertible, the "ladies" show the locals that appearing different doesn't mean they don't have humanity in common.

Strikingly original and adult story with Rea as an IRA volunteer who helps capture a British soldier (Whitaker) only to befriend him and later become involved with his lover. What begins as a thriller unexpectedly turns into a poignant and ironic love story, with plot twists that deepen the film's almost dreamlike power. Stunningly acted by Rea, Richardson, and Whitaker, with an amazing debut by Davidson, as Dil. A unique, seductive film that writer/director Jordan pulls off with poetic ease; he earned an Oscar for his screenplay.
--Leonard Maltin

Outrageously kinky horror movie spoof, spiced with sex, transvestism, and rock music, about a straight couple, Janet and Brad (Sarandon, Bostwick), stranded in an old dark house full of weirdos from Transylvania. Music and lyrics by O'Brien; songs include ``Time Warp,'' ``Dammit Janet,'' and ``Wild and Untamed Thing. '' British running time: 100m. Followed by SHOCK TREATMENT.
--Leonard Maltin

Smashing comedy about an obnoxious N. Y. actor who finally lands a job--disguised as a woman--and soon finds himself a better person female than he ever was male! Farcical premise becomes totally credible thanks to razor-sharp script (credited to Larry Gelbart and Murray Schisgal, from Gelbart and Don McGuire's story), fine direction, and superlative performances all around--including director Pollack's as Hoffman's harried agent. Lange won Best Supporting Actress Oscar. Bill Murray's performance was unbilled in film. Film debut of Geena Davis.
--Leonard Maltin

When an irresponsible and child-like dad is barred from seeing his kids he disguises himself as a woman and applies for the job of housekeeper for his ex-wife. The disguise of a sturdy matron works a beneficial change on him as well -- but how long can he keep this up?
Academy Awards: Best Makeup.

Down-and-out singer Andrews masquerades as a man and becomes the toast of Paris cabarets in the 1930s, to the delight of her gay mentor (Preston) and the confusion of an American admirer (Garner). Sophisticated, often hilarious comedy, with Henry Mancini and Leslie Bricusse earning Oscars for their song score and adaptation. Edwards' screenplay is based on VIKTOR UND VIKTORIA, a 1933 German film (remade in 1936 as FIRST A GIRL with Jessie Matthews). Later a Broadway musical.
--Leonard Maltin

In this decadent remake of 1979's already wicked "La Cage Aux Folles," Williams and Lane star as a gay couple living in Miami's South Beach who must try in vain to pass as a "normal" couple when Williams' son's conservative, prospective in-laws come for dinner. Hilarious.

A loving look at Edward D. Wood, Jr. , a man of boundless enthusiasm and no talent who made some of the worst movies of all time (including GLEN OR GLENDA and PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE). Cast to perfection, with Depp ideal in the title role. Landau--in Rick Baker makeup (both men won Oscars)--is positively astonishing as the aged and impoverished Bela Lugosi, whom Wood befriended. There isn't much story thrust here, but the vivid re-creation of time and place makes this a must for any old-movie buff.
--Leonard Maltin

Inferior ripoff of GOODBYE, CHARLIE about a philandering male who's shot by a vindictive conquest and returns to earth as a woman. Old-hat premise with precious few opportunities to exploit Edwards' flair for cartoonish physical humor. Barkin is sole saving grace, far better than anything else in the film.
--Leonard Maltin

Two Los Angeles cops on the trail of a jewel thief go undercover on a resort island for the sexually adventurous. A slapstick comedy based on the novel by Anne Rice.

Nice Irving Berlin score is unfortunately interrupted by limp plot of army buddies Crosby and Kaye boosting popularity of winter resort run by their ex-officer Jagger. ``What Can You Do With a General'' stands out as Berlin's least memorable tune. Partial reworking of HOLIDAY INN, not half as good.
--Leonard Maltin

After years of space-age gadgetry, cartoon villains, female mannequins, and giants with steel teeth came this one-shot return to the old days of Ian Fleming minimalism. No other James Bond film has provoked so much debate among 007 fans (even us); judge for yourself. The chases and stuntwork are spectacular; debuting helmer Glen directed 2nd-unit on some earlier Bonds. Look for Charles Dance as gunman.
--Leonard Maltin

Cameo role with 'Tula' / Caroline Cassey
-Kathy Lynn

A free-spirited Australian who hunts crocodile with his bare hands is brought to the attention of an American reporter who brings the hunter to the sophisticated urban jungles of Manhattan. She gets more than just a story as the "wonder from down under" rocks the Big Apple to its core.
Academy Award Nominations: Best (Original) Screenplay.

I included this one because I just love the little scene where 'Nick' checks the TV when he is told just 'what' she is... -Kathy Lynn

A viewer from Madison, Wisconsin , January 1, 1999
Hilarious! Better than "Tootsie."
This was hilarious! It tends towards the English sense of humor (a bit odd). In some ways it reminds me of the film "Tootsie" but better, more touching, more open-minded, funnier and much odder. Overall uplifting. A must see.

A comic retread of the classic Robert Louis Stevenson tale, with Jekyll's great-grandson (Daly) morphing into seductress Helen Hyde (Young).