Category Archives: Crime

Midsomer Murders (ITV) Rated TV-14

Posted on March 4, 2021 by laurarachel4

A veteran detective and his young sergeant investigate murders around their small community, Midsomer County. Based on the book series by Caroline Graham. Starring John Nettles, Jane Wymark, and Barry Jackson. This series is a lighthearted romp through a murder mystery. It’s … Continue reading →

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Brothers by Blood (2020) Rated R

Posted on February 23, 2021 by laurarachel4

The violent life of the Philadelphia mob – from friendships, family, and betrayal. Starring Matthias Schoenaerts, Joel Kinnaman, and Maika Monroe. This film provides a realistic look at the workings of the mob. The story doesn’t have much to it, … Continue reading →

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Spotlight (2015) Rated R

Posted on February 20, 2021 by laurarachel4

The true story of the Boston Globe’s uncovering the child molestations and cover-ups within the Catholic Archdiocese. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, and Rachel McAdams. This film is brilliant. It showcases real journalism, which is something we no longer have. … Continue reading →

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Outsiders (WGN) Rated TV-MA

Posted on February 13, 2021 by laurarachel4

A series that portrays the power struggles in the hills of Appalachia. Starring David Morse, Ryan Hurst, and Kyle Gallner. This series has a refreshing new storyline. Although, the story is not the best written. There are too many plot … Continue reading →

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Next of Kin (1989) Rated R

Posted on February 6, 2021 by laurarachel4

A Chicago cop sets out to find his brother’s killer, and unbeknownst to him, another brother is also setting out to find the killer. Starring Patrick Swayze, Liam Neeson, and Adam Baldwin. This film is as cliché as possible. We have … Continue reading →

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Preppy Killer: My Friend the Murderer (2021) Rated NR

Posted on January 29, 2021 by laurarachel4

Margo Manhattan gives us a look at former friend, Robert Chambers, who murdered Jennifer Levin in Central Park. Starring Megan Fleming, Hunter Hart Lightner, and Randy McDaniel. This special looks at the Preppy Killer, who he was, how the media … Continue reading →

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Lucifer (Fox) Rated TV-14

Posted on January 23, 2021 by laurarachel4

Lucifer is tired of Hell and has decided to understand humanity, so he heads to Los Angeles. Starring Tom Ellis, Lauren German, and Kevin Alejandro. This is a fantasy show on who and what Lucifer is. I thought the writers … Continue reading →

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Honest Thief (2020) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 22, 2021 by laurarachel4

A notorious bank robber wants to turn himself in but is double crossed by a couple of FBI agents. Starring  Liam Neeson, Kate Walsh, and Jai Courtney. This is one of those action films that has a great story with … Continue reading →

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London Spy (2015) Rated NR

Posted on January 4, 2021 by laurarachel4

A romance between two people from different worlds leads to a mystery when one of them is killed. Starring Ben Whishaw, Edward Holcroft, and Jim Broadbent. This miniseries was a mess. The script is poorly written, and it was hard to follow. … Continue reading →

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Lila & Eve (2015) Rated R

Posted on January 1, 2021 by laurarachel4

Two mothers, who were distraught over the loss of their children by a drive by shooting, work together for revenge when the police don’t do anything. Starring Viola Davis, Aml Ameen, Ron Caldwell, and Jennifer Lopez. This film is not … Continue reading →

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