Category Archives: Movie reviews

The People vs. George Lucas (2010) Rated NR

Posted on January 17, 2024 by laurarachel4

A documentary on fans’ disenchantment with George Lucas. Starring Joe Nussbaum, Daryl Frazetti, and Doug Jones. This film tackles fans’ dislikes and complaints against Lucas’ change in the films each time they are released. It’s a one-sided documentary that doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The Peacemaker (1997) Rated R

Posted on January 15, 2024 by laurarachel4

An army colonel and a civilian team up to track down Russian nuclear weapons. Starring George Clooney, Nicole Kidman, and Marcel Iures. This film has the usual action that the genre calls for, but it’s just not as good as other films. … Continue reading →

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Super 8 (2011) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 14, 2024 by laurarachel4

 The Summer of 1979, a group of friends witness a train crash that causes unexplained events. Starring Joel Courtney, Jessica Tuck, Joel McKinnon Miller  This film has nostalgic for the 80s  films. The film brings back all the memories of … Continue reading →

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The Passion (2016) Rated TV-PG

Posted on January 5, 2024 by laurarachel4

A retelling of Jesus Christ as He makes the ultimate sacrifice for all mankind. Starring Tyler Perry, Jencarlos Canela, and Chris Daughtry. While I understand the route these creative artists were taking, it didn’t turn out well. It’s one thing to … Continue reading →

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The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) Rated PG

Posted on January 3, 2024 by laurarachel4

A farmer joins a Confederate guerrilla unit on the run from Union soldiers who killed his family. Starring Clint Eastwood, Chief Dan George, and Sondra Locke. Clint Eastwood does what he does best in this film. His character has the … Continue reading →

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A Ruby Herring Mystery (Hallmark) Rated NR

Posted on January 2, 2024 by laurarachel4

 A news reporter discovers that she has a knack for finding murderers. Starring Taylor Cole, Stephen Huszar, and Karen Holness.  I’m actually quite surprised with this series. I wasn’t expecting it to have as good of a storyline as it … Continue reading →

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The New Guy (2002) Rated PG-13

Posted on December 13, 2023 by laurarachel4

A high school nerd who gets expelled becomes the cool guy at his new school. Starring DJ Qualls, Eliza Dushku, and Zooey Deschanel. This story is something we always see in teen-angst films: a makeover for the unpopular teen. Even … Continue reading →

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Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives (2017) Rated NR

Posted on December 10, 2023 by laurarachel4

 A look at the life of music producer Clive Davis. Starring Clive Davis, Simon Cowell, and Jimmy Iovine.  It’s no doubt that Clive Davis has an ear for good music. Of course, the documentary revolves around his professional life and … Continue reading →

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The Mist (2007) Rated R

Posted on November 30, 2023 by laurarachel4

A storm brings in a group of hungry creatures that are fighting to feed on the citizens in a small town. Based on the book by Stephen King.  Starring Thomas Jane, Marcia Gay Harden, and Laurie Holden. Frank Darabont, the … Continue reading →

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The Miracle Woman (1931) Rated NR

Posted on November 29, 2023 by laurarachel4

After her father, the minister in town, dies, a woman loses her faith. Starring Barbara Stanwyck, David Manners, and Sam Hardy. This is one of the first talking films by Frank Capra. The theme of it revolves around Capra’s classic … Continue reading →

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