Category Archives: H

Framed for Murder: A Fixer Upper Mystery (2017) Rated NR

Posted on October 18, 2023 by laurarachel4

An investigative reporter buys a mansion and hires a contractor to help fix it up. Of course, they find a dead body and need to investigate. Starring Jewel, Colin Ferguson, and Erin Karpluk. While I love both Jewel and Ferguson, … Continue reading →

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Foxfire (1987) Rated PG

Posted on October 16, 2023 by laurarachel4

Annie and Hestor Nations love living off the land in the Blue Ridge Mountains, but when Hestor dies, Annie has to decide if she can make it in the mountains alone. Starring Jessica Tandy, Hume Cronyn, and John Denver. This … Continue reading →

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America: Promised Land (History) Rated NR

Posted on September 23, 2023 by laurarachel4

This series showcases the history of immigration in the U.S., including interviews with ancestors of those who immigrated here. Starring Corey Johnson, Milton Schorr, and Scot Cooper. This is one of those shows on the History Channel that needs more … Continue reading →

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America’s War on Drugs (History) Rated TV-14

Posted on September 21, 2023 by laurarachel4

This miniseries takes us through the last five decades as the CIA goes from fighting communism to allying itself with the mafia and drug lords. Starring Richard Stratton, Ty Hurley, and Sam Shoubber. I thought this show did a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Curious Caterer: Grilling Season (2022) Rated TV-PG

Posted on September 16, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Caterer Goldy Berry reunites with Detective Schultz when a realtor is murdered. Based on the book series by Diane Mott Davidson. Starring Nikki Deloach, Andrew W. Walker, and Jaycie Dotin.  This new Hallmark mystery series is becoming a favorite. I’m … Continue reading →

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Past Malice (Hallmark) Rated NR

Posted on September 9, 2023 by laurarachel4

Emma is an archaeologist who helps solve murder mysteries with an FBI friend. Based on the books by Dana Cameron. Starring Courtney Thorne-Smith, James Tupper, and Adam DiMarco. This series wasn’t too bad. It still wasn’t the best; Thorne-Smith is … Continue reading →

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The Chronicle Mysteries (Hallmark) Rated NR

Posted on September 8, 2023 by laurarachel4

A podcaster investigates cold cases and true crime for her podcast. Starring Alison Sweeney, Benjamin Ayres, and Olivia Steele Falconer. I was not impressed with this series. I felt the writing was weak, and while Sweeney and Ayres had some … 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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Christmas in the Air (2017) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 4, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Struggling to keep his work life and personal life balanced, a widowed father hires a professional organizer. Starring Catherine Bell, Eric Close, and Ken Tremblett.  This is a typical Hallmark movie, although, this one stands out thanks to the wonderful … Continue reading →

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Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas (2020) Rated TV-G

Posted on August 13, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Five guests are invited back to an Inn for Christmas. Starring Lacey Chabert, Stephen Huszar, and Lini Evans. This is a cute romance with a nostalgic twist, and Chabert as the Hallmark belle is just as sweet. It’s wonderfully written, … Continue reading →

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