Tag Archives: acting

The Lamp (2011) Rated TV-PG

Posted on January 22, 2017 by laurarachel4

A couple’s marriage is falling apart after the death of their son, until a stranger gives them a gift of a lamp which will grant them three wishes. Starring Roger Nix, Jason London, Meredith Salenger, Muse Watson, Louis Gossett Jr. … Continue reading →

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A Late Quartet (2012) Rated R

Posted on January 13, 2017 by laurarachel4

A story of a famous string quartet who struggles to stay together through death, egos, and lust. Starring Catherine Keener, Christopher Walken, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Imogen Poots. This is a film that takes on the human dynamics of living and … Continue reading →

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The Hollars (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 12, 2017 by laurarachel4

A man returns to his hometown when he hears that his mother is ill. Starring Margo Martindale, Sharlto Copley, Richard Jenkins, John Krasinski, Anna Kendrick, Josh Groban, Charlie Day. This film may have been skewered by some critics, but I … Continue reading →

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Alex Cross (2012) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 8, 2017 by laurarachel4

A homicide detective is pushed to the brink of his moral and physical limits as he tracks down a killer. Starring Tyler Perry, Edward Burns, Matthew Fox. This film isn’t as bad as people made it out to be.  It’s … Continue reading →

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The Americans (FX) Rated TV-MA

Posted on December 4, 2016 by laurarachel4

Two KGB agents go undercover as an American married couple to spy on the U.S. government. Starring Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Keidrich Sellati, Holly Taylor, Noah Emmerich. This multi-layered show appears to be about undercover spies, but reveals a deeper layer … Continue reading →

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Daydream Nation (2010) Rated R

Posted on October 21, 2016 by laurarachel4

A city girl moves to a small town and gets involved in love triangle between a teacher and a stoner boy. Starring  Kat Dennings, Reece Thompson, Andie MacDowell, Josh Lucas. Even with the great story, amazing acting, and sharp dialogue, … Continue reading →

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Step Brothers (2008) Rated R

Posted on October 7, 2016 by laurarachel4

The single parents of two middle-aged men still living at home marry. Now the “boys” must learn to get along with each other. Starring Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Mary Steenburgen, Richard Jenkins, Adam Scott, Kathryn Hahn. Why in the world … Continue reading →

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The Bounty (1984) Rated PG

Posted on September 12, 2016 by laurarachel4

The story of Lieutenant Bligh, whose cruelty leads to mutiny on his ship. Based on the book, Captain Bligh and Mr. Christian by Richard Hough. Starring Mel Gibson, Anthony Hopkins, Laurence Olivier, Daniel Day-Lewis, Liam Neeson. I thought this film … Continue reading →

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The Santa Suit (2010) Rated TV-G

Posted on August 8, 2016 by laurarachel4

Hunter Toys’ CEO has turned his father’s toy company into a profitable business. However, when he denies his staff their Christmas festivities, he finds himself turned into Kris Krandall, a man who is forced to work as Santa in a small … Continue reading →

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Queen of the South (USA) Rated TV-14

Posted on August 4, 2016 by laurarachel4

Teresa’s on the run after her drug runner boyfriend is murdered. She ends up in Spain where she becomes the country’s top drug smuggler. Based on the telenovela, La Reina del Sur and a book by the same title written … Continue reading →

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