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Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury (2011) Rated PG

Posted on November 28, 2016 by laurarachel4

As the residents of Berk prepare for their winter holiday, the dragons suddenly fly away. Starring Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, America Ferrera, Jonah Hill This is a  really good short film that deepens the characters growth and push … Continue reading →

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No Toys for Justina (2013) Rated NR

Posted on November 12, 2016 by laurarachel4

A woman and a girl meet in the hospital. One is looking for love; the other hopes to a make a difference, but a revelation  may divide them. Starring Beth Munson, Dana Russell, Sophie Mae Schwartz. I loved this short … Continue reading →

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Dark Shadows (ABC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on November 3, 2016 by laurarachel4

The rich Collins family resides in Collinsport, Maine, where supernatural occurrences occur. Starring Jonathan Frid, Grayson Hall, Alexandra Isles. A soap opera that ran for five seasons (1966-1971), this show reveals how far we have come in television programming.  It … Continue reading →

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Aftermath (SYFY) Rated TV-14

Posted on October 27, 2016 by laurarachel4

The Copeland family survives the apocalyptic end. Now they must survive massive storms, meteor strikes, earthquakes, a plague, and supernatural creatures. Starring James Tupper, Anne Heche, Levi Meaden, Taylor Hickson, Julia Sarah Stone. This show is by far the most … Continue reading →

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Captain America: Civil War (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 1, 2016 by laurarachel4

 Political inferences cause a rift among the Avengers. Starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Don Cheadle, Jeremy Renner, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Daniel Brühl. This is a typical summer blockbuster, … Continue reading →

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Criminal (2016) Rated R

Posted on September 7, 2016 by laurarachel4

To save a CIA mission, a dead CIA operative’s memories, secrets, and skills are implanted into a death row inmate in hopes that he can complete the mission. Starring Kevin Costner, Gary Oldman, Tommy Lee Jones, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot. … Continue reading →

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Emma’s Chance (2016) Rated PG

Posted on August 21, 2016 by laurarachel4

 Emma is assigned community service at an equine rescue ranch where she bonds with one of the horses. Starring Greer Grammer, Joey Lawrence, Missi Pyle. Horse lovers will enjoy this wholesome, clean movie despite its glaring flaws, the worst of … Continue reading →

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Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 18, 2016 by laurarachel4

Fearing Superman doesn’t have the best intentions, Batman takes him on, while the world tries to figure out what kind of hero it needs. Starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Jesse Eisenberg, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Jeremy Irons, Holly … Continue reading →

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The Benchwarmers (2006) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 9, 2016 by laurarachel4

To make up for their missed opportunity as kids, three grown guys create a baseball team and compete against children. Starring Rob Schneider, David Spade, Jon Heder, Jon Lovitz, Craig Kilborn, Molly Sims, Tim Meadows. I’m usually not a fan … Continue reading →

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Olympics in Film: A List of Films That Highlight the Olympics

Posted on August 2, 2016 by laurarachel4

 The Cutting Edge (1992) Rated PG At the 1988 Winter Olympics at Calgary, we see Doug Dorsey battered in a vicious hockey game against West Germany. We then see Kate Moseley doing her program and falling when a lift goes bad. … Continue reading →

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