Tag Archives: alcohol

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966) Rated NR

Posted on March 13, 2024 by laurarachel4

A bitter couple uses alcohol and their anguish with each other and turns it toward their houseguests over an evening. Based on the play by Edward Albee. Starring Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, and George Segal. This is a great film. The verbal … Continue reading →

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I’m Dying up Here (Showtime) Rated TV-MA

Posted on September 7, 2023 by laurarachel4

This series is based on the start of stand-up comedy in the 1970s, a golden age when stand-up comedians were revered. Based on the book by William Knoedelseder. Starring Melissa Leo, Ari Graynor, and Michael Angarano. This show is not … Continue reading →

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This is the End (2013) Rated R

Posted on May 31, 2018 by laurarachel4

While attending a party at James Franco’s house, celebrities find themselves at the start of the Apocalypse. Starring James Franco, Jonah Hill, and Seth Rogen. This is by far the worst film I have seen this year – it’s not even … Continue reading →

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Winter Break: Hunter Mountain (MTV) Rated NR

Posted on March 23, 2018 by laurarachel4

 A group of 20-somethings head to a ski lodge for winter break. Starring Taylor James “TJ” Angus, Alessandra Camerlingo, Jeffrey Brewer. This is The Real World on winter break or what The Real World has become in the 26 years it’s been … Continue reading →

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Smashed (2012) Rated R

Posted on December 17, 2017 by laurarachel4

A married couple whose bond is a mutual love of alcohol gets their relationship tested when one of them becomes sober. Starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Aaron Paul, Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally, Octavia Spencer. This is the gritty, unromantic story of an alcoholic trying to stay sober … Continue reading →

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Second Wives Club (E!) Rated NR

Posted on June 15, 2017 by laurarachel4

A reality show that follows the lives of Hollywood’s second wives. Starring Shawna Craig, Tania Mehra, Veronika Obeng, Morisa Surrey, Shiva Safai, Katie Cazorla. As with many reality shows, the producers threw a group of women together, served them alcohol, … Continue reading →

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That Awkward Game Show (Spike) Rated TV-14

Posted on November 15, 2016 by laurarachel4

A game show where a parent and a child compete for prizes while answering awkward questions. Starring Jacqui Denski, Jon Denski, Jeff Dye. I have to say this show fall under the TMI (too much information) category.  I do not … Continue reading →

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I Saw the Light (2015) Rated R

Posted on August 27, 2016 by laurarachel4

The story of Hank Williams’ short life, including his rise to fame and the impact it had on his health. Based on the book, Hank Williams: The Biography by Colin Escott, George Merritt, and William MacEwen. Starring Tom Hiddleston, Elizabeth … Continue reading →

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Maron (IFC) Rated TV-14

Posted on May 30, 2016 by laurarachel4

Marc Maron has been a comedian for 25 years. He’s had his problems. He was an angry, drunk, self involved, twice-divorced compulsive mess for most of his adult life, but with the popularity of a podcast he does in his … Continue reading →

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The Spectacular Now (2013) Rated R

Posted on April 9, 2014 by laurarachel4

A coming of age story where a young man lives life in the now and struggles with alcohol. Based on the novel of the same name by Tim Tharp. Starring Miles Teller, Shailene Woodley, Brie Larson, Kyle Chandler, Jennifer Jason … Continue reading →

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