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Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015) Rated PG-13

After escaping the maze, the runners now face new challenges in a desolate landscape. Based on the book by James Dashner. Starring Dylan O’Brien, Ki Hong Lee, and Kaya Scodelario. This continuing story from the trilogy is less desirable than … Continue reading

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Dune (2021) Rated PG-13

The adaptation of Frank Herbert’s epic science fiction novel of a son from a noble family who’s entrusted with the most valuable element in the galaxy. Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, and Oscar Isaac.  I will, again, state my disclaimer … Continue reading

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Jane Eyre (1943) Rated NR

Orphaned Jane Eyre is hired by Edward Rochester to care for his daughter. Based on the book by Charlotte Brontë.  Starring Orson Welles, Joan Fontaine, and Margaret O’Brien. I rather enjoyed this version of Jane Eyre. It is not as … Continue reading

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Petals on the Wind (2014) Rated TV-14

Petals on the Wind, the sequel to Flowers in the Attic (2014),  takes place a decade after the Dollanganger children escape from their grandparents’ attic. The secrets that the Dollanganger children try to hide about their past won’t stay hidden; Cathy … Continue reading

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Roots (2016) Rated PG-13

An adaption of Alex Haley’s book, Roots: The Saga of an American Family. Starring Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Malachi Kirby, Forest Whitaker, Laurence Fishburne, Babs Olusanmokun, Daphne Videau. Having watched the original Roots miniseries, I came expecting the same intensity and … Continue reading

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The March Sisters at Christmas (2012) Rated TV-14

The March sisters are trying to stop their family home being sold, but their romantic entanglements are getting in the way. Starring Julie Berman, Kaitlin Doubleday, Melissa Farman. I have never been a fan of Little Women.  I confess, I … Continue reading

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Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) Rated PG-13

The huntsman is sent by the Evil Queen to kill Snow White, but instead he becomes her protector and mentor against the Queen. Starring Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron. This is a dark spin on Grimm’s fairy tale of Snow … Continue reading

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Top Films for Mother’s Day 2015

   The Blind Side (2009) Rated PG-13 In this sports drama based on a true story, affluent couple Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy take in Michael, a homeless teenager. Leigh Anne helps him catch up academically and nurtures his growth … Continue reading

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Top Ten Best of 2013 Films

This film list is compiled from my films that I watched this year. Most aren’t necessarily released this year.  A Separation (2011) Rated PG-13 A married couple are faced with a difficult decision – to improve the life of their … Continue reading

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Joan Fontaine 1917-2013

1917-2013  Gunga Din (1939) Rated NR Three British soldiers — Sgt. Cutter, Sgt. Ballantine and Sgt. McChesney — are sent to India to investigate sabotaged telegraph wires. Ballantine’s loyalties are divided, however, since all he longs for is to settle down with … Continue reading

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