Category Archives: Movie reviews

Sacred Cod: The Fight for a New England Tradition (2016) Rated PG

Posted on November 6, 2023 by laurarachel4

This documentary looks at the dying cod industry in New England. Starring Joe Orlando,  John Bullard, and Lester Eastman. This film takes a look at both sides of the controversy on the dying industry of cod. The filmmakers look at … 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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Haywire (2011) Rated R

Posted on October 31, 2023 by laurarachel4

 A black ops soldier seeks revenge when she was betrayed during a mission. Starring Gina Carano, Michael Angarano, and Channing Tatum.  This script is not the best. There are some inconsistencies in the storyline. Although, it has good action and … Continue reading →

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John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) Rated R

Posted on October 30, 2023 by laurarachel4

After he returns to the criminal world, John Wick learns there is a bounty on his head. Starring Keanu Reeves, Riccardo Scamarcio, and Ian McShane. The John Wick series tends to have over-the-top action. Although, he seems to be indestructible. … Continue reading →

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Hardball (2001) Rated PG

Posted on October 29, 2023 by laurarachel4

 A gambling addict agrees to coach a little league team in order to get a loan. Starring Keanu Reeves, Diane Lane, and John Hawkes.  This film isn’t one of the best. It has heart but lacks consistancy of the script. … Continue reading →

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Jack (1996) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 27, 2023 by laurarachel4

Due to a disorder, Jack ages four times faster than everyone else. He starts public school as a fifth grader that looks like he’s 40. Starring Robin Williams, Diane Lane, and Brian Kerwin. This film has heart and it tries … 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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Garage Sale Mystery: Guilty Until Proven Innocent (2016) Rated TV-G

Posted on October 25, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Antiques guru Jennifer Shannon investigates a murder in which her best friend from High School is the prime suspect. Starring Lori Loughlin, Sarah Strange, and Steve Bacic.  The Garage Sale Mysteries are on a run. The acting and the writing … Continue reading →

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Gandhi (1982) Rated PG

Posted on October 24, 2023 by laurarachel4

 The film chronicles the life of an Indian lawyer turned activist. Starring Ben Kingsley, Rohini Hattangadi, and Roshan Seth.  The performance of Kingsley as Gandhi is excellent. There are a number of things I dislike about the film that aren’t … Continue reading →

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Hot Shots! (1991) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 23, 2023 by laurarachel4

A parody of Top Gun, where a unstable fighter pilot must over come the ghost of his father and save a mission. Starring Charlie Sheen, Cary Elwes, and Valeria Golino. This film is a wonderful parody of Top Gun; it … Continue reading →

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