Category Archives: Based on a True Story

Cool Runnings (1993) Rated PG

Posted on April 16, 2024 by laurarachel4

 A Jamaican runner wants to go to the Olympics, and when he is disqualified as a sprinter he enlists help to start the first Jamaican bobsled team. Starring Leon, Doug E. Doug, and Rawle D. Lewis. While I highly doubt … Continue reading →

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Zodiac (2007) Rated R

Posted on March 7, 2024 by laurarachel4

 A cartoonist in San Francisco during the 60s and 70s becomes obsessed with finding the serial killer known as Zodiac. Based on the books by Robert Graysmith. Starring  Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, and Anthony Edwards. This film is one of … Continue reading →

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Tornado and the Kalahari Horse Whisperer (2009) Rated NR

Posted on February 7, 2024 by laurarachel4

A young man struggling with life hires a horse whisperer to help train his troubled horse. Based on a true story.  Starring Danny Keogh, Quentin Krog, and Leán van den Bergh. The film doesn’t have the best script. It’s a … Continue reading →

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Cheaper by the Dozen (1950) Rated NR

Posted on September 28, 2023 by laurarachel4

A husband and wife find humorous methods in dealing with their 12 children. Based on the book by Frank B. Gilbreth. Starring Clifton Webb, Jeanne Crain, and Myrna Loy. This film is based on the true story of the Gilbreth … Continue reading →

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A United Kingdom (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on September 19, 2023 by laurarachel4

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

Waffle Street (2015) Rated NR

Posted on September 11, 2023 by laurarachel4

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 →

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Brian’s Song (1971) Rated G

Posted on August 31, 2023 by laurarachel4

Based on the true story of the friendship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers, Chicago Bears Receivers. Based on the book, I Am Third by Gale Sayers. Starring James Caan, Billy Dee Williams, and Jack Warden.  This was filmed months … Continue reading →

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Natalee Holloway (2009) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 22, 2023 by laurarachel4

Based on the true crime of Natalee Holloway’s disappearance in Aruba. Starring Tracy Pollan, Grant Show, and Catherine Dent. Lifetime is known to produce movies based on real-life sagas. I do think the way this case was handled was a … Continue reading →

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I Am Potential (2015) Rated TV-PG

Posted on July 3, 2023 by laurarachel4

A true story of a father who helps his blind and wheelchair bound son succeed to his God-given potential. Starring Burgess Jenkins, Jimmy Bellinger, and Marc Graue. This film is based on the true story of Patrick Henry Hughes. It … Continue reading →

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The Stratton Story (1949) Rated NR

Posted on June 10, 2023 by laurarachel4

A major league pitcher loses his leg in a hunting accident but wants to leave the league on his terms. Starring James Stewart, June Allyson,  and Frank Morgan. This film is based on the true story of Monty Stratton, who … Continue reading →

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