Tag Archives: 80s’

The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) Rated PG-13

Posted on February 20, 2017 by laurarachel4

A shy freshman is taken under the wings of a couple of seniors. Based on the book by Stephen Chbosky.  Starring Logan Lerman, Dylan McDermott, Kate Walsh, Nina Dobrev, Paul Rudd, Emma Watson, Mae Whitman, Joan Cusack. Wow, this movie … Continue reading →

Posted in 2012, Based on a Novel, Drama, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated PG-13, reviews, Romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Take Me Home Tonight (2011) Rated R

Posted on January 30, 2017 by laurarachel4

Four years after graduation, a high school genius uses his sister’s Labor Day party to make a move on his high school crush. Starring Topher Grace, Anna Faris, Dan Fogler, Teresa Palmer, Chris Pratt, Michael Ian Black. This movie did … Continue reading →

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Channel Zero: Candle Cove (SYFY) Rated NR

Posted on October 31, 2016 by laurarachel4

An anthology series about the stories of Creepypastas, Candle Cove is the story of a child psychiatrist who goes home to investigate the disappearance of his twin brother and other children back in the 80’s. Based on the story Candle … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016, Based on a Novel, Drama, Horror, Mysteries, Rated NR, reviews, SyFy, Thrillers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Rock of Ages (2012) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 6, 2016 by laurarachel4

  A girl goes from a small town to Hollywood to pursue her dream of singing. Starring Julianne Hough, Dakota Sage Grant, Matthew Rush Sullivan, Russell Brand, Diego Boneta, Alec Baldwin, Bryan Cranston, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Paul Giamatti, Tom Cruise, Malin … Continue reading →

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Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) Rated R

Posted on February 29, 2016 by laurarachel4

A time machine malfunctions at a ski resort and sends a group of friends back to 1986. Starring John Cusack, Clark Duke, Craig Robinson, Lizzy Caplan, Chevy Chase. This film is far-fetched, with plot holes and poor writing.  I watched … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010, Comedy, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated R, reviews, Sci-fi | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Adventureland (2009) Rated R

Posted on February 10, 2016 by laurarachel4

During the summer of 1987, a college student takes a summer job at the local amusement park. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kelsey Ford, Michael Zegen, Wendie Malick, Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds. Adventureland is a coming of age … Continue reading →

Posted in 2009, Comedy, Drama, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated R, reviews, Romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Perfect High (2015) Rated TV-14

Posted on July 12, 2015 by laurarachel4

Amanda, the perfect teen, gets introduced to prescription drug-sharing from her friends, which of course escalates to a heroin addiction.  Inspired by a true story. Starring Bella Thorne, Ross Butler, Daniela Bobadilla This film reminded me of those after school … Continue reading →

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Hindsight (VH1) Rated TV-14

Posted on January 20, 2015 by laurarachel4

Becca is on her second wedding, when she has a change of heart. She bumps into a man and then magical awakes on the eve of her first wedding. She has a chance to change things. Starring Laura Ramsey, Sarah Goldberg, Craig … Continue reading →

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Fright Night (1985)

Posted on September 8, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated R Teenager Charley Brewster discovers that his new neighbor is a vampire. Nobody believes Charley so he turns to a has been actor for help but finds out that the vampire is after Charley’s girlfriend. Although, I would consider … Continue reading →

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John Hughes (1950-2009)

Posted on May 26, 2010 by laurarachel4

1950-2009 I’m a girl who grew up in the 80’s and the director I remember the most is John Hughes.  I love his movies, all of them. There isn’t one that I dislike. What director has understood teen angst better … Continue reading →

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