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After the success of the Tickell's documentary Fuel, their foray into Good Fortune continues their tradition of covering topics that focus on social relevance. In this case: John Paul DeJoria. This real success of this film lives and dies with DeJoria. His charisma is unparalleled and magnetic to the viewers. We see the rise of an honest and humble man. That being said, the film explores tough periods of his life: facing homelessness, failed marriages, bunking with biker gangs. It shows the highs and the lows, which are quintessential to any biographical piece. The crux of the film is showing what Paul really stands for: Philanthropy and giving back. The Tickell's hone this subject in to display the joys of conscious capitalism, which DeJoria makes a point to exuberance in his life. The film shines its brightest at this moment and will easily give the viewer hope for humanity.Weaved into the film is a killer soundtrack and asides from famous celebrity friends. This is the best crowd pleasing film of the year for anyone looking for a film that will enlighten their outlook on life.

Urban Hymn, a new film by Michael Caton-Jones, explores depths in London-based youth delinquents that are seldom discussed. Following Jamie, a troubled teenager, she has multiple run ins with the law. She bunks with other troubled kids and feels the need to cause trouble and harm for no true cause other than to live for the moment. But she meets Kate, a social worker, who challenges Jamie to transform herself and abandon her abrasive attitude and make something of herself. This is not a clean act as temptations in the form of possessive friend, Leanne, keeps Jamie in check and fears for being abandoned. Regardless, Kate is determined to show Jamie that she has true potential that can really take her to better places. It's a feel good movie that focuses on character and amazingly, these actors keep the momentum moving and the film more engrossing. It's well paced and sensitively directed. The music is enlightening and pivotal to the story. Wonderfully true to life, film lovers will discover that Urban Hymn really gives character study a good name!

Films like Walk of Fame continue a welcomed tradition of simple films telling simple stories, albeit with a big punch of humor that levels the story, elevating this film to beyond enjoyable entertainment. The film stars Scott Eastwood an aspiring lawyer, Drew, who failed the bar exam twice. Idling at dead end jobs to pass the time, his big inspiration comes in the form of Nikki, a wannabe actress who attends an intense drama class led by the incomparable Malcolm McDowell. Drew follows his animal instincts and joins the class to get close to Nikki, but along the way challenges in the form of committed, idealistic classmates and McDowell's teaching style change his perception of showbiz. This film's humor is raging and when it delivers it does it was posh and shameless delight, which come as a big payoff with its storytelling. Walk of Fame is a film made by dreamers for dreamers looking for great laughs. This is entertainment at a basic, enjoyable level that will invite its viewer to sit down, relax and enjoy the ride.