Category Archives: Family

Love in Design (2018) Rated TV-G

Posted on November 12, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Hannah returns home and is forced to work with an old flame. Starring Danica McKellar, Andrew W. Walker, and Alvina August.  This is a Hallmark film of disappointment. I love the actors McKellar and Walker; I had such high hopes … Continue reading →

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Romantically Speaking (2015) Rated TV-G

Posted on November 2, 2023 by laurarachel4

A single radio host falls in love while hosting her show “Romantically Speaking.” Starring Heather Elizabeth Morris, Jonathan Bennett, and Oscar Nuñez. Pixl tends to get Hallmark’s bottom of the barrel films. This is really one of those films that … Continue reading →

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Ice Dreams (2009) Rated TV-PG

Posted on October 26, 2023 by laurarachel4

Years after a tragic accident, a former figure skater takes on a coaching job that brings on the healing and demons from the past. Starring Jessica Cauffiel, Shelley Long, and Brady Smith. This is one of the worst films from … Continue reading →

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Christmas Comes to Willow Creek (1987) Rated NR

Posted on September 25, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Two truck driver brothers are asked to bring a load of toys to Willow Creek, Alaska, in time for Christmas. The brothers, who don’t get a long, must face their past and the weather to make a Christmas miracle. Starring … Continue reading →

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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) Rated G

Posted on September 17, 2023 by laurarachel4

A boy hopes to get a golden ticket to visit and tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Based on the book by Roald Dahl. Starring Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, and Peter Ostrum. This is a classic film that is beautifully … Continue reading →

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What If… (2010) Rated PG

Posted on September 13, 2023 by laurarachel4

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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Christmas Next Door (2017) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 6, 2023 by laurarachel4

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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The Slumber Party (2023) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 17, 2023 by laurarachel4

A teen sleepover party goes awry as the guests become hypnotized and wake up with no memory of what happened the night before. Starring Darby Camp, Emmy Liu-Wang, and Alex Cooper Cohen. This film is The Hangover for teens. I … Continue reading →

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Kicking & Screaming (2005) Rated PG

Posted on July 7, 2023 by laurarachel4

Phil Weston, who grew up in a competitive home, takes on coaching a kids soccer team. Starring Will Ferrell, Robert Duvall, and Mike Ditka. I have never really thought of Will Ferrell as funny. His style has the lacing of … Continue reading →

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Mr. Bean (HBO) Rated TV-G

Posted on June 20, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Mr. Bean is a bumbling, childlike personality that causes him to have trouble doing everyday tasks, but his resourcefulness helps him succeed. Starring Rowan Atkinson, Matilda Ziegler, and Robin Driscoll.  Mr. Bean is a series of short comedy sketches that  … Continue reading →

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