Category Archives: Rated R

American History X (1998) Rated R

Posted on April 12, 2021 by laurarachel4

A former neo-Nazi tries to prevent his younger brother from going down the same path as him. Starring Edward Norton, Edward Furlong, and Beverly D’Angelo. I was not impressed with this film. Neither the story or the characters pull you … Continue reading →

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A Walk in the Woods (2015) Rated R

Posted on April 10, 2021 by laurarachel4

After twenty years living in England, Bill Bryson comes home and decides to hike the Appalachian Trail with his best friend, Stephen Katz. Based on the book by Bill Bryson. Starring Robert Redford, Nick Nolte, and Emma Thompson. A Walk … Continue reading →

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Breaking News in Yuba County (2021) Rated R

Posted on March 27, 2021 by laurarachel4

A woman takes advantage of her celebrity status when her husband goes missing. Starring  Allison Janney, Mila Kunis, and Regina Hall. I actually enjoyed this farce of a tale. Allison Janney plays the woman whose husband disappeared and she rather … Continue reading →

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Truth (2015) Rated R

Posted on March 26, 2021 by laurarachel4

The film tells the story of the 2004 60 Minutes report that investigated President George W. Bush’s military service and the criticism against the anchor Dan Rather, producer Mary Mapes, and their careers. Starring Cate Blanchett, Robert Redford, and Topher Grace. … Continue reading →

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Trumbo (2015) Rated R

Posted on March 24, 2021 by laurarachel4

In 1947, Dalton Trumbo was one of the top screenwriters until he and other artists were blacklisted for their political beliefs. Starring Bryan Cranston, Michael Stuhlbarg, and David Maldonado. This film tells the story of Trumbo, a screenwriter in Hollywood … Continue reading →

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The Patriot (2000) Rated R

Posted on March 7, 2021 by laurarachel4

A farmer is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a British officer kills his son. Starring Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, and Joely Richardson. This is not a historical film about the Revolutionary War. It’s a … Continue reading →

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Brothers by Blood (2020) Rated R

Posted on February 23, 2021 by laurarachel4

The violent life of the Philadelphia mob – from friendships, family, and betrayal. Starring Matthias Schoenaerts, Joel Kinnaman, and Maika Monroe. This film provides a realistic look at the workings of the mob. The story doesn’t have much to it, … Continue reading →

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Spotlight (2015) Rated R

Posted on February 20, 2021 by laurarachel4

The true story of the Boston Globe’s uncovering the child molestations and cover-ups within the Catholic Archdiocese. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, and Rachel McAdams. This film is brilliant. It showcases real journalism, which is something we no longer have. … Continue reading →

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Room (2015) Rated R

Posted on February 17, 2021 by laurarachel4

A woman and her son are held captive in a room for 7 years and when they are released, the son gets to experience the outside world for the first time. Starring Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, and Sean Bridgers. This … Continue reading →

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Next of Kin (1989) Rated R

Posted on February 6, 2021 by laurarachel4

A Chicago cop sets out to find his brother’s killer, and unbeknownst to him, another brother is also setting out to find the killer. Starring Patrick Swayze, Liam Neeson, and Adam Baldwin. This film is as cliché as possible. We have … Continue reading →

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