Confessions of a Not-So-Dangerous Mind*

Part 3 in our continuing series "The Best Movie You've Never Seen" is 'Matinee,' Joe Dante's wonderful homage to a bygone era in Hollywood. Despite strong reviews, this tribute to classic 50s and 60s sci-fi/horror bombs at the boxoffice and remains an underseen, underrated gem. Set in the Florida Keys during the Cuban Missile Crisis, it's John Goodman's show all the way and he's fantastic as ingenious producer Lawrence Woolsey. Musical score from the late great

"Chicago cop turned terrific character actor," the late Dennis Farina was also a Leap Year Baby, born OTD 1944. His fearsome turn as mob boss Jimmy Serrano in 1988's Midnight Run could've easily netted him a best supporting actor Oscar nomination. Join me for a look back at his life and career.