Tag Archives: acting

Hello, My Name is Doris (2015) Rated R

Posted on May 3, 2016 by laurarachel4

A sixty-something woman meets a young man, and hopes for more to her life than what is. Starring Sally Field, Max Greenfield, Beth Behrs, Elizabeth Reaser, Tyne Daly, Peter Gallagher. This film was better than I expected. Field is funny … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Consultant (2012) Rated NR

Posted on April 3, 2016 by laurarachel4

A highly sought after consultant is hired by a workaholic mom to help get her through the holidays. Starring David Hasselhoff, Caroline Rhea, Barclay Hope. This is, by far, the worst holiday film I have seen. The writing and acting … Continue reading →

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Once Upon a Christmas (2000) Rated G

Posted on March 28, 2016 by laurarachel4

Santa’s daughter is trying to prove to her dad that christmas spirit still exists. So, she tries to transform a single dad and his kids into the christmas spirit that they lacked. Starring John Dye, Kathy Ireland, Mary Donnelly-Haskell This … Continue reading →

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You, Me and the Apocalypse (NBC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on March 23, 2016 by laurarachel4

A group of ordinary people meet in a bunker in England as a comet is headed toward Earth. Starring Mathew Baynton, Jenna Fischer, Joel Fry, Gaia Scodellaro. This show threw me for a loop. It has great acting with a … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Legacy (2015) Rated PG

Posted on March 9, 2016 by laurarachel4

A privileged young man must change his ways to receive his inheritance. Starring  Raquel Welch, Doug Jones, Brian Dennehy, Logan Bartholomew, Myko Olivier, Katie McClellan. This was the worst of the three films in this Hallmark series. A bad case of … Continue reading →

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Mercy Street (PBS) Rated NR

Posted on February 28, 2016 by laurarachel4

The story of two nurses on opposing sides of the Civil War. Starring McKinley Belcher III, Suzanne Bertish,  Norbert Leo Butz, Gary Cole, Peter Gerety, Shalita Grant, Hannah James, Brad Koed, Luke Macfarlane, Donna Murphy, Josh Radnor, AnnaSophia Robb, Tara … Continue reading →

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A Year in Mooring (2011) Rated PG-13

Posted on February 26, 2016 by laurarachel4

A businessman trying to restart his life buys a dilapidated sailboat. Starring Josh Lucas, Ayelet Zurer, James Cromwell. This is an interesting film, although mechanically, it leaves much to be desired.  It has an intriguing story and great acting, but the writing … Continue reading →

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The Artist (2011) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 16, 2016 by laurarachel4

A silent movie star meets a young dancer, and they fall in love. When talkies come on the scene, it sends both their careers into opposite directions. Starring Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman, James Cromwell, Uggie. This is a … Continue reading →

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I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (2002) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 7, 2016 by laurarachel4

 A boy catches his mother kissing a man in a Santa suit. Thinking Santa wants to replace his father he goes about making sure Santa isn’t welcome in their home. Starring Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse This … Continue reading →

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Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle (2009) Rated NR

Posted on January 3, 2016 by laurarachel4

A widower is looking for a housekeeper to help him with his twin sons. Enter Mrs. Miracle to the rescue, who not only takes the reins but does a little matchmaking on the side. Based on the book by Debbie … Continue reading →

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