Category Archives: Drama

A Madea Christmas (2013) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 24, 2018 by

Madea travels to a rural town to help a friend pay her daughter a visit. Starring Tyler Perry, Anna Maria Horsford, and Tika Sumpter. I’m not a huge Madea fan, but I do enjoy Tyler Perry. This film takes Madea … Continue reading →

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The Shape of Water (2017) Rated R

Posted on April 21, 2018 by

At a research facility in the 1960s, a janitor befriends an amphibious creature. Starring Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, and Richard Jenkins. This is the story of a lonely woman who falls in love with an amphibious creature. The film has full frontal … Continue reading →

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The Book of Esther (2013) Rated NR

Posted on April 20, 2018 by

Esther becomes the new queen to  King Xerxes of Persia. Starring  Jen Lilley, Linda Bisesti, and John Clement. I wish I could recommend this film but I can not. The film uses the Biblical story of Esther as a base, … Continue reading →

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Rise (NBC) Rated TV-14

Posted on April 15, 2018 by

Rise follows a high school drama club that is run by a passionate teacher. Starring Josh Radnor, Marley Shelton, and Auli’i Cravalho. I was so looking forward to this show, alas, I am very disappointed. I thought this would be amazing … Continue reading →

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A Warrior’s Heart (2011) Rated PG

Posted on April 14, 2018 by

A high school La Crosse player deals with the death of his father, having a new coach, and his own arrogance. Starring Kellan Lutz, Adam Beach, and Ridge Canipe. This film is a predictable teenage sports drama; it didn’t leave much … Continue reading →

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Music City (CMT) Rated TV-PG

Posted on April 12, 2018 by

A group of musicians tries to make it big in Nashville. Starring Jackson Boyd, Rachyl Degman, and Alisa Fuller. The only positive thing about this show is that it seems to revolve around a single character, Rachyl Degman. Degman is married to an … Continue reading →

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The Great Gatsby (2013) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 11, 2018 by

A writer and wall street trader is drawn to his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Starring Lisa Adam, Frank Aldridge, Amitabh Bachchan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Tobey Maguire, and Carey Mulligan. Baz Luhrmann does not disappoint with … Continue reading →

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Darkest Hour (2017) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 10, 2018 by

It’s the year 1940, and Winston Churchill becomes the British Prime Minister. During his first few weeks in office, he must decide whether or not he will negotiate with Adolf Hitler. Starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Ben Mendelsohn. Unlike … Continue reading →

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The Place Beyond the Pines (2012) Rated R

Posted on April 9, 2018 by

A motorcycle stunt rider starts robbing banks to provide for his family, putting him in a rookie cop’s line of fire. Starring Ryan Gosling, Craig Van Hook, and Eva Mendes. The film starts out strong as we move through 15 years … Continue reading →

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The Company You Keep (2012) Rated R

Posted on April 7, 2018 by

A Weather Underground activist goes on the run when a journalist uncovers who he is. Starring Robert Redford, Shia LaBeouf, and Julie Christie. This film is supposed to be a thriller, but alas it doesn’t hold much in the thriller department. It’s … Continue reading →

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