East Harbour Heroes (Discovery) Rated TV-PG

 This show follows commercial fishers, stevedores, crane operators, welders, and tugboat operators in St. John’s, Newfoundland on the North Atlantic coast. Starring Zac Jones, Teri Childs, and David Blundon.

Maybe I’ve seen one too many reality shows about fishing, but this one didn’t grab me. The first episode is on fishing, but I would have liked more focus on the port, which I believe the later episodes will do. It has the same things all the other reality shows have, including a narrator and observational scenarios. There fornula is similar, and there’s always a problem to solve. With the exception of having more PG language and less adult humor, this show is too much like all the rest, and it’s not worth the watch. 

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Shot Caller (2017) Rated R

A recently released prisoner must plan a major crime against a rival gang. Starring Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Omari Hardwick, and Lake Bell.

The one thing about this film is that you will have to suspend your disbelief. None of it makes sense for real life. What is realistic is the change someone goes through in prison, but in reality, he would never have been there. The film has lots of action but not a very good storyline. It doesn’t pull you into the story or allow you to care about any of the characters. You just wish Coster-Waldau wouldn’t go down the slippery slope with the gang. The film is not worth the watch.

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Dust (2001) Rated R

 A thief, an old woman, and two gunslinger brothers cross paths between three centuries and two continents. Starring Joseph Fiennes, David Wenham, and Adrian Lester.

The idea of the film is interesting and would be an intriguing plot, but the mixed up timelines is just confusing. As the story bounces between time, we lose momentum and the tension in the story. It doesn’t help that the storylines are so dofferent. We have the thief and old woman, and we have the two brothers. The differences in pacing and cinematography create a blunt change in the storytelling. It’s not only jarring and hard to follow but it also takes away from the individual stories, making this film not worth a watch. 

 

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A Sister’s Secret (2018) Rated TV-PG

 Based on a true story of twin sisters changing places for their 30th birthday and one winds up murdered. Starring Margaret Anne Florence, Donny Boaz, and Paula Abdul.

I don’t know what story this is based off of, but it seems unreal. As with any Lifetime movie, the story has a hard time deciding the tone of the film. It moves from whimsical to dramatic quickly. The acting isn’t the best either, but I have a hard time attacking actors when I think it’s more the script and directors’ fault. While the story is interesting, it does seem far-fetched. It’s not worth the watch. 

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New This Week in Theaters, March 19, 2026

 

Project Hail Mary (2026) DVD Release Date Project Hail Mary (NR)
Opens on Friday, March 20
Starring: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Huller, Lionel Boyce

Astronaut Ryland Grace awakens on a spacecraft with no memory of himself or his mission. He slowly deduces he is the sole survivor of a crew sent to the Tau Ceti solar system in search of a solution to a catastrophic event on Earth. In his search for answers, Grace must rely on his vast array of scientific knowledge, sheer ingenuity, and human will but he may not have to search alone.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026) DVD Release Date Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (R)
Opens on Friday, March 20
Starring: Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar

Moments after surviving an all-out attack from the Le Domas family, Grace discovers she’s reached the next level of the nightmarish game — and this time with her estranged sister Faith at her side. Grace has one chance to survive, keep her sister alive, and claim the High Seat of the Council that controls the world. Four rival families are hunting her for the throne, and whoever wins rules it all.

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When the Garden Was Eden (2014) Rated NR

 A look at the New York Knicks during the 70s championships. Starring
Bill Bradley, Walt Frazier, and Phil Jackson.

This film documents the start of the Knicks fan base. It starts in the 60s, when the Knicks where not the popular team they have come to be. It takes us through the years as they fight for recognition while growing into a team. There is no controversy; the film tells the story with little flash. The interviews of the team players take us down memory lane as they relive their road to the championships and how it felt to go from zero fans to a huge fan base. This film is worth the watch. 

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New This Week on DVD, March 17, 2026

 

The Housemaid (R)

Trying to escape her past, Millie Calloway accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina and Andrew Winchester. But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous—a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power. Starring Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar

 David (PG)

From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom. Starring Brandon Engman, Brian Stivale, Shahar Taboch

 Anaconda (PG-13)

A group of friends facing mid-life crises head to the rainforest with the intention of remaking their favorite movie from their youth, only to find themselves in a fight for their lives against natural disasters, giant snakes and violent criminals. Starring Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Steve Zahn

Good Boy (PG-13)

A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner Todd, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to protect the one he loves most. Starring Indy, the Dog, Shane Jensen, Larry Fessenden

Is This Thing On? (R)

As their marriage quietly unravels, Alex faces middle age and an impending divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene while Tess confronts the sacrifices she made for their family—forcing them to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether love can take a new form. Starring Will Arnett, Laura Dern, Andra Day, Bradley Cooper

 Return to Silent Hill (R)

When James receives a mysterious letter from his lost love Mary, he is drawn to Silent Hill—a once-familiar town now consumed by darkness. As he searches for her, James faces monstrous creatures and unravels a terrifying truth that will push him to the edge of his sanity. Starring Jeremy Irvine, Hannah Emily Anderson, Evie Templeton

 We Bury the Dead (R)

After a catastrophic military disaster, the dead don’t just rise—they hunt. The military insists they are harmless and slow-moving, offering hope to grieving families. But when Ava enters a quarantine zone searching for her missing husband, she uncovers the horrifying truth: the undead are growing more violent, more relentless, and more dangerous with every passing hour. Starring Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, Mark Coles Smith

The Choral (R)

As World War I rages on, Dr. Henry Guthrie takes over a British choral society that’s lost most of its men to the army. The community soon discovers that the best response to the chaos of war is to make beautiful music together. Starring Ralph Fiennes, Roger Allam, Mark Addy

 For All Mankind – Season 2 (TV-MA)

Explore an aspirational world where NASA and the space program remained a priority and a focal point of our hopes and dreams as told through the lives of NASA astronauts, engineers, and their families. Starring Joel Kinnaman, Toby Kebbell, Edi Gathegi

Not Without Hope (R)

A group of friends’ fishing boat capsizes off the coast of Mexico, and they’re left alone stranded at sea and struggling for survival. Starring Zachary Levi, Josh Duhamel, Quentin Plair

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The Star (2017) Rated PG

A donkey becomes a hero during the first Christmas. Starring Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant, and Zachary Levi.

I don’t know why so many people don’t like this film. It’s a little unsettling to see the animals’ point of view of the Savior’s birth, but it does tell the story of Jesus’ birth. There is nothing that is not Biblically truthful in the telling of the birth except having the animals present the story. It’s not the first time a film has taken the animals side of the story, and they don’t overtake the message. The Biblical story is there, and the animals’ innocent point of view is a cute way to appeal to children. The film includes humor that is funny for everyone, and I love the soundtrack. It’s a film that should be watched every year. It’s worth a watch.

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120 Hours Behind Bars (Discovery) Rated NR

 This series takes you behind the bars of jails throughout the United States. Starring
James Larabel, Kayla Cheramie, and Quandavion White.

One of my favorite shows is 60 Days In; it’s where they take innocent people and put them in jail for 60 days to improve the system. This show does the opposite in my view. They talk about all the problems with the jail, but have no sense of fixing the problems. Some jails do have inhumane living, and that does need to change. Some jails have overcrowding that, too, needs to be dealt with. What we don’t need is to simply showcase how bad our system is without seeking change. It feels like this is more of a political statement than a presentation of facts. While the problems they mention are real, highlighting bad jails is not helping the system. This series is not worth the watch. 

 

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New This Week in Theaters, March 12, 2026

 

The Breadwinner (2026) DVD Release Date The Breadwinner (NR)
Opens on Friday, March 13
Starring: Nate Bargatze, Stella Grace Fitzgerald, Birdie Borria

After his wife Katie lands a once-in-a-lifetime deal on Shark Tank that takes her on a prolonged business trip – lifelong breadwinner Nate Wilcox now has to fend for his family as a first-time stay-at-home dad.

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