Category Archives: Movie reviews

Shot Caller (2017) Rated R

Posted on April 20, 2026 by laurarachel4

A recently released prisoner must plan a major crime against a rival gang. Starring Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Omari Hardwick, and Lake Bell. The one thing about this film is that you will have to suspend your disbelief. None of it makes … Continue reading →

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Dust (2001) Rated R

Posted on April 19, 2026 by laurarachel4

 A thief, an old woman, and two gunslinger brothers cross paths between three centuries and two continents. Starring Joseph Fiennes, David Wenham, and Adrian Lester. The idea of the film is interesting and would be an intriguing plot, but the … Continue reading →

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A Sister’s Secret (2018) Rated TV-PG

Posted on March 22, 2026 by laurarachel4

 Based on a true story of twin sisters changing places for their 30th birthday and one winds up murdered. Starring Margaret Anne Florence, Donny Boaz, and Paula Abdul. I don’t know what story this is based off of, but it … Continue reading →

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When the Garden Was Eden (2014) Rated NR

Posted on March 17, 2026 by laurarachel4

 A look at the New York Knicks during the 70s championships. Starring Bill Bradley, Walt Frazier, and Phil Jackson. This film documents the start of the Knicks fan base. It starts in the 60s, when the Knicks where not the … Continue reading →

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The Star (2017) Rated PG

Posted on March 16, 2026 by laurarachel4

A donkey becomes a hero during the first Christmas. Starring Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant, and Zachary Levi. I don’t know why so many people don’t like this film. It’s a little unsettling to see the animals’ point of … Continue reading →

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1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992) Rated PG-13

Posted on March 10, 2026 by laurarachel4

 The film follows Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the Americas and the effect this has on the indigenous people. Starring Gérard Depardieu, Armand Assante, and Sigourney Weaver. There are a lot of issues with this film. While they worked with the … Continue reading →

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All I Want for Christmas Is You (2017) Rated G

Posted on March 9, 2026 by laurarachel4

A young Mariah Carey wishes for a dog for Christmas. Starring Mariah Carey, Breanna Yde, and Henry Winkler. I know it seems like this film is narcissistic, but if you look past that it revolves around Carey, it’s a child’s … Continue reading →

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The Happy Elf (2005) Rated NR

Posted on February 16, 2026 by laurarachel4

 Based on Grammy-winner Harry Connick, Jr.’s song. The story follows one of Santa’s helpers when he decides to bring Christmas joy to a sad little town called Bluesville. Starring Harry Connick Jr., Rob Paulsen, Carol Kane, and Mickey Rooney. This … Continue reading →

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Alias Grace (2017) Rated TV-MA

Posted on February 15, 2026 by laurarachel4

Grace, an Immigrant from Ireland, is convicted of murder by her employer. While going through the trial, she is psychiatrically observed, which brings about new answers.  Starring Sarah Gadon, Edward Holcroft, Rebecca Liddiard, and Zachary Levi. I wasn’t expecting much … Continue reading →

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Dirty Dancing (2017) Rated TV-PG

Posted on January 25, 2026 by laurarachel4

A retelling of the film from 1987, Dirty Dancing. Starring Abigail Breslin, Colt Prattes, and Sarah Hyland. This is not the original film. I had hoped it would be more of a cookie cutter version, but I think they tried … Continue reading →

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