A surprise singing appearance by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff was but one of the highlights of Stand Up for Heroes, the annual comedy/music show benefiting veterans. To read my Hollywood Reporter review of the show featuring Jon Stewart, John Oliver, Jim Gaffigan, Louis C.K. and Bruce Springsteen, click here.

The Australian psychological thriller One Eyed Girl concerns a troubled young psychiatrist who falls under the sway of a cult. To read my Hollywood Reporter review of this film featured at the Austin Film Festival, click here.

My Italian Secret relates the little-known tale of how thousands of Jews were rescued by the Italians during the Nazi occupation. To read my Hollywood Reporter of this documentary featured at the Hamptons Film Festival, click here.

-----Frank Scheck