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Wonder (2017) Rated PG

Posted on March 17, 2018 by laurarachel4

 A boy with a genetic deformity starts attending junior high where he tries to make friends. Based on the book by R.J. Palacio. Starring Jacob Tremblay, Owen Wilson, Izabela Vidovic This film will bring you to tears. Junior high is tough for … Continue reading →

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Into the White (2012) Rated R

Posted on March 2, 2018 by laurarachel4

A group of airmen from different sides of WWII come together after being stranded in a cabin. Starring Florian Lukas, David Kross, Stig Henrik Hoff. This war film is based on the true story of a group of airmen from opposing … Continue reading →

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Small Town Crime (2017) Rated R

Posted on February 13, 2018 by laurarachel4

An alcoholic ex-cop finds the body of a girl and becomes hell-bent on finding the killer. Along the way, he gets his family in trouble. Starring John Hawkes, Anthony Anderson, Octavia Spencer. A bit far-fetched and rushed at the end, but … Continue reading →

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American Assassin (2017) Rated R

Posted on January 27, 2018 by laurarachel4

After the death of his girlfriend, Mitch Rapp is looking for revenge, when he is recruited by the CIA. Based on the book by Vince Flynn. Starring Dylan O’Brien, Charlotte Vega, Christopher Bomford, Michael Keaton, Sanaa Lathan, Shiva Negar, Scott Adkins, Taylor … Continue reading →

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) Rated TV-G

Posted on December 28, 2017 by laurarachel4

Tom Sawyer and his friend Huckleberry Finn have great adventures on the Mississippi.  Based on the novel by Mark Twain. Starring Tommy Kelly, May Robson, Walter Brennan. This is the first film adaptation of the novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer that was … Continue reading →

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24 Hours to Live (2017) Rated R

Posted on December 24, 2017 by laurarachel4

 An assassin gets another chance at life after dying on the job.  Starring Paul Anderson, Ethan Hawke, Rutger Hauer, Liam Cunningham. This film does have action galore that is fun to watch. What it lacks is good writing. There are several plot holes … Continue reading →

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Promised Land (2012) Rated R

Posted on December 6, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A sales man for a natural gas company experiences hard truths when visiting a small town.  Starring Matt Damon, Benjamin Sheeler, Terry Kinney, Hal Holbrook, Frances McDormand. This film takes on fracking (hydraulic fracturing) that has raised concerns over the safety of drilling. I knew … Continue reading →

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Broken City (2013) Rated R

Posted on December 1, 2017 by laurarachel4

 An ex-cop seeks redemption after being double crossed by his mayor. Starring  Mark Wahlberg, Russell Crowe, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jeffrey Wright, Barry Pepper. Although it has great actors, this film was a complete disaster. It has a broken record story line, made worse with plot … Continue reading →

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The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Rated PG

Posted on November 29, 2017 by laurarachel4

When Prince John and Norman Lord begin oppressing the Saxons, a Saxon lord fights back with a rebel army. Based on the book by Howard Pyle. Starring Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Basil Rathbone. This is a classic adventure film. Brilliantly shot in … Continue reading →

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Boy Band (ABC) Rated NR

Posted on November 19, 2017 by laurarachel4

A reality show that tries out amateur singers for a new boy band. Starring Rita Ora, Nick Carter, Emma Bunton, Tim Mosley, Sergio Calderon, Drew Ramos, Jaden Gray, Marcus Pendleton, Michael Conor, Chance Perez, Mikey Jimenez, Brady Tutton. I actually enjoyed this reality show. It doesn’t try to be anything more than … Continue reading →

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