Category Archives: 2010-2019

America: Promised Land (History) Rated NR

This series showcases the history of immigration in the U.S., including interviews with ancestors of those who immigrated here. Starring Corey Johnson, Milton Schorr, and Scot Cooper. This is one of those shows on the History Channel that needs more … Continue reading

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America’s War on Drugs (History) Rated TV-14

This miniseries takes us through the last five decades as the CIA goes from fighting communism to allying itself with the mafia and drug lords. Starring Richard Stratton, Ty Hurley, and Sam Shoubber. I thought this show did a wonderful … Continue reading

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A United Kingdom (2016) Rated PG-13

The story of King Seretse Khama of Botswana and his marriage to a British white woman that sent his country into political and diplomatic turmoil. Starring David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, and Tom Felton. Khama is the president of a free … Continue reading

Posted in 2016, Based on a True Story, Biography, Drama, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated PG-13, reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

What Happens at the Abbey (E!) Rated NR

This reality show goes behind the scenes of the bar “The Abbey,” a local hot spot in LA. Starring Kim Senser, Billy Reilich, and Murray Swanby. I was not impressed by this series. Reality TV has hit a new low … Continue reading

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What If… (2010) Rated PG

Ben Walker gets a look at what his life would’ve been like if he’d followed his heart. Starring Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson, and John Ratzenberger. This is a twist on It’s a Wonderful Life. The film has a wonderful moral of the story. … Continue reading

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Waffle Street (2015) Rated NR

After being fired from a mortgage fund, Jim decides to work at a 24-hour diner where he learns a new perspective on life. Based on the memoir by James Adams. Starring James Lafferty, Danny Glover, and Julie Gonzalo. This feel-good … Continue reading

Posted in 2015, Based on a True Story, Comedy, Drama, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated NR, reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Past Malice (Hallmark) Rated NR

Emma is an archaeologist who helps solve murder mysteries with an FBI friend. Based on the books by Dana Cameron. Starring Courtney Thorne-Smith, James Tupper, and Adam DiMarco. This series wasn’t too bad. It still wasn’t the best; Thorne-Smith is … Continue reading

Posted in 2017, Based on a Novel, Crime, films, Hallmark Movies, Hallmark Series, Miniseries, Movie reviews, movies, Mysteries, Rated NR, reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Chronicle Mysteries (Hallmark) Rated NR

A podcaster investigates cold cases and true crime for her podcast. Starring Alison Sweeney, Benjamin Ayres, and Olivia Steele Falconer. I was not impressed with this series. I felt the writing was weak, and while Sweeney and Ayres had some … Continue reading

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I’m Dying up Here (Showtime) Rated TV-MA

This series is based on the start of stand-up comedy in the 1970s, a golden age when stand-up comedians were revered. Based on the book by William Knoedelseder. Starring Melissa Leo, Ari Graynor, and Michael Angarano. This show is not … Continue reading

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Christmas Next Door (2017) Rated TV-G

An author is forced to look after his niece and nephew during the holiday season. His next-door neighbor helps him with his Christmas spirit. Starring Jesse Metcalfe, Fiona Gubelmann, and Brittany Bristow.  This is a typical Hallmark Christmas film. We … Continue reading

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