Tag Archives: books

Agatha Raisin (SkyOne) Rated NR

Posted on September 10, 2024 by laurarachel4

A PR guru turns into an amateur sleuth who solves murder mysteries. Based on the book series by M.C. Beaton. Starring Ashley Jensen, Matt McCooey, and Lucy Liemann. This show relies on the comedy and the eccentric characters in a … Continue reading →

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The Yellow Birds (2017) Rated R

Posted on September 8, 2024 by laurarachel4

 Two soldiers navigate the horrors of war. When one comes back home, he struggles with the promise he made before leaving on tour. Based on the book by Kevin Powers. Starring Alden Ehrenreich, Daniel Jose Molina, and Mikey Collins.  While … Continue reading →

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Wuthering Heights (1939) Rated NR

Posted on September 5, 2024 by laurarachel4

A servant at Wuthering Heights tells the unfortunate love story between Heathcliff and Catherine. Based on the book by Emily Brontë. Starring Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, and David Niven. Again, I’m going to state that I’ve not been much of … Continue reading →

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The Curse of Frankenstein (1957) Rated NR

Posted on August 18, 2024 by laurarachel4

Baron Victor Frankenstein is accused of murder and while he is waiting for his execution, he tells the story of the creature he built and brought to life. Based on the book by Mary Shelley. Starring Peter Cushing, Hazel Court, … Continue reading →

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Of Mice and Men (1992) Rated PG-13

Posted on July 11, 2024 by laurarachel4

 A story of two farm hands, as one looks after his mentality disabled friend. Based on the book by John Steinbeck. Starring John Malkovich, Gary Sinise, and Ray Walston. I thought this was a brilliant interpretation of John Steinbeck’s book. … Continue reading →

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The Case for Christ (2017) Rated PG

Posted on May 27, 2024 by laurarachel4

An investigative journalist and atheist decides to prove that Christ isn’t who he says he is. Based on the book by Lee Strobel. Starring Mike Vogel, Erika Christensen, and Faye Dunaway. Christian films always struggle with giving a good story while … Continue reading →

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Monte Walsh (2003) Rated TV-14

Posted on May 2, 2024 by laurarachel4

Monte has been a cowboy all his life and now big business is trying to take over the rancher’s land. Based on the book by  Jack Schaefer. Starring Tom Selleck, Isabella Rossellini, and Keith Carradine. This film is a quintessential … Continue reading →

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To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) Rated NR

Posted on April 12, 2024 by laurarachel4

A widowed lawyer in 1930s Alabama defends a black man accused of rape. Based on the book by Harper Lee. Starring Gregory Peck, John Megna, and Frank Overton. This is a classic film. It’s held up over time due to … Continue reading →

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Affectionately Yours, Screwtape: The Devil and C.S. Lewis (2007) Rated PG

Posted on March 25, 2024 by laurarachel4

A volume of letters between two devils that gives insight to the spiritual struggle around us. Starring Scott Calhoun, Carissa Dallis, and Bruce L. Edwards. This is an interesting film. I do think that The Screwtape Letters should be made … Continue reading →

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Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen (PBS) Rated NR

Posted on March 20, 2024 by laurarachel4

 Lucy Worsley walks through the life of Agatha Christie, finding out how she became the writer she was and the mysteries that surround her life. Starring  Lucy Worsley, Elena Pischikova, and Edgar Jones.  This series focuses on three areas of … Continue reading →

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