Category Archives: reviews

Brian’s Song (1971) Rated G

Posted on August 31, 2023 by laurarachel4

Based on the true story of the friendship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers, Chicago Bears Receivers. Based on the book, I Am Third by Gale Sayers. Starring James Caan, Billy Dee Williams, and Jack Warden.  This was filmed months … Continue reading →

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The F Word (FOX) Rated TV-MA

Posted on August 30, 2023 by laurarachel4

Chef Gordon Ramsay judges families across America as they compete against each other in a cook off. Starring Gordon Ramsay, Jaimie Alexander, and Gina Dunlap. This is a different show for Gordon, granted he’s done the British show for a … Continue reading →

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Broadcast News (1987) Rated R

Posted on August 29, 2023 by laurarachel4

Two rival broadcasters fight over their jobs and vie for the heart of their producer. Starring William Hurt, Albert Brooks, and Holly Hunter.  The newsroom is the backdrop for this rom-com that is as unrealistic as they come. For one … Continue reading →

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Brad Paisley’s Shark Country (Discovery) Rated NR

Posted on August 27, 2023 by laurarachel4

Country star Brad Paisley is joined by J.B. Smoove in the Bahamas to see what sounds attract the sharks. Starring Brad Paisley and J.B. Smoove. The show has its gimmick to get you to tune in and observe the reactions … Continue reading →

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Anna Karenina (1935) Rated NR

Posted on August 25, 2023 by laurarachel4

The married Anna Karenina falls in love with Count Vronsky despite her husband’s refusal of a divorce. Starring Greta Garbo, Fredric March, and Freddie Bartholomew. I was rather disappointed with this depiction of Anna Karenina. It’s supposed to be a … Continue reading →

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The Resurrection of Gavin Stone (2017) Rated PG

Posted on August 24, 2023 by laurarachel4

A former child star gets community service at a mega-church where he fakes being a Christian to play Jesus in their passion play. Starring Brett Dalton, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, and Neil Flynn. I was hoping this film would be better than … Continue reading →

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Angry Angel (2017) Rated TV-14

Posted on August 23, 2023 by laurarachel4

An angel is trying to get into heaven by doing good deeds. Starring Brenda Song, Andy Favreau, and Andrew Bachelor.  Freeform released this film during their holiday season. While the film takes place during Christmastime, it does not embody the … Continue reading →

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Natalee Holloway (2009) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 22, 2023 by laurarachel4

Based on the true crime of Natalee Holloway’s disappearance in Aruba. Starring Tracy Pollan, Grant Show, and Catherine Dent. Lifetime is known to produce movies based on real-life sagas. I do think the way this case was handled was a … Continue reading →

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American Nightmare (ID) Rated NR

Posted on August 21, 2023 by laurarachel4

This true crime series mixes home videos with crime scene videos so viewers can see the mystery in plain sight. Starring Craig Lee Thomas, Kevin Wayne Walker, and Heather Cazes. This is an interesting take on true crime, and it’s … Continue reading →

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Little Men (1998) Rated PG

Posted on August 20, 2023 by laurarachel4

Two homeless boys find their way to Plumfield, the rural boarding school run by Jo March and her husband, Friedrich Bhaer. Based on the book by Louisa May Alcott. Starring Kathleen Fee, Michael Caloz, and Mariel Hemingway. The lesser-known sequel … Continue reading →

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