Category Archives: B

The Light Between Oceans (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on February 5, 2017 by laurarachel4

A lighthouse keeper and his wife find a baby and choose to raise it as their own. Based on the book by M.L. Stedman. Starring Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Rachel Weisz. I really wanted to like this film. Both visually … Continue reading →

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Oslo, August 31st (2011) Rated NR

Posted on February 4, 2017 by laurarachel4

A day in the life of Anders, a drug addict who leaves his treatment center to interview for a job and catch up with friends. Based on the novel, Will O’ the Wisp by Pierre Drieu La Rochelle. Starring Anders … Continue reading →

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Headhunters (2011) Rated R

Posted on January 26, 2017 by laurarachel4

A headhunter tracks down a valuable painting from a mercenary. Based on the book by Jo Nesbø. Starring Aksel Hennie, Synnøve Macody Lund, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. This is a solid film about a headhunter who takes on a job, but in … Continue reading →

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Harley and the Davidsons (2016) Rated NR

Posted on January 25, 2017 by laurarachel4

Based on the true story of Harley and Davidsons from the birth of the bike through 100 years and into the hearts of the riders who love them. Starring Michiel Huisman, Bug Hall, Robert Aramayo, Annie Read, Essa O’Shea, Daniel … Continue reading →

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Garage Sale Mystery: The Art of Murder (2017) Rated NR

Posted on January 21, 2017 by laurarachel4

 Jennifer is helping set up a charity garage sale when she discovers a body in the attic of a local home. She combines her experiences with antiques and murder to help find the killer. Starring Lori Loughlin, Keegan Connor Tracy, … Continue reading →

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Albert (2016) Rated TV-G

Posted on January 14, 2017 by laurarachel4

Albert is a tiny fir tree that dreams of becoming Empire City’s famous Christmas tree. Based on the book, Albert: The Little Tree with Big Dreams by Aaron Eisenberg and Will Eisenberg. Starring Katie Crown, John DiMaggio, Judah Friedlander, Rob … Continue reading →

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Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 9, 2017 by laurarachel4

Jacob discovers a mystery that crosses time when he finds Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. Based on the book by Ransom Riggs. Starring Eva Green, Asa Butterfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Judi Dench, Rupert Everett, Allison Janney, Chris O’Dowd. This is … Continue reading →

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Middle Men (2009) Rated R

Posted on December 31, 2016 by laurarachel4

Jack Harris is a pioneer in Internet commerce who struggles with his morals, con men, mobsters, drug addicts, and porn stars. Based on the true story by Christopher Mallick. Starring Luke Wilson, Giovanni Ribisi, Gabriel Macht, James Caan, Jacinda Barrett, … Continue reading →

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Chesapeake Shores (Hallmark) Rated TV-PG

Posted on December 30, 2016 by laurarachel4

Abby O’Brien Winters returns to Chesapeake Shores, her childhood home, when her sister calls for help with her inn. She once again faces her fractured family and the man she left behind. Based on the book series by Sherryl Woods. … Continue reading →

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War Dogs (2016) Rated R

Posted on December 21, 2016 by laurarachel4

Based on the true story of two friends, who won a contract from the Pentagon to arm the United State’s allies in Afghanistan. Starring Miles Teller, Steve Lantz, Gregg Weiner, Jonah Hill I have to say this film isn’t half … Continue reading →

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