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Valentine’s Day Movies 2012

Posted on February 14, 2012 by laurarachel4

 The Notebook (2004) Rated PG-13 Two young lovers are torn apart by war and class differences in the 1940s in this adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ best-selling novel. Their story is told by a man who, years later, reads from a … Continue reading →

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The Hiding Place (1975)

Posted on February 12, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated PG Based on the true story of Corrie Ten Boom and her family as they shelter Jews during World War II. Starring Julie Harris, Jeannette Clift, Arthur O’Connell This film is perfectly done. It follows the book to the … Continue reading →

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Are You There, Chelsea? (NBC)

Posted on February 2, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Based on Chelsea Handler’s book, Are You There Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea. Starring Laura Prepon, Lauren Lapkus, Jake McDorman, Mark Povinelli, Ali Wong I love Chelsea Handler. I know that might surprise some of you but I do. … Continue reading →

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Julie and Julia (2009)

Posted on January 29, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated PG-13 A blogger decides to write about cooking through Julia Child’s book, Mastering the Art of French Cooking. Based on the book by Julie Powell. Starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci, Chris Messina, Jane Lynch, Casey Wilson Now, … Continue reading →

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At the Sinatra Club (2010)

Posted on January 19, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated NR One night in the life of John Gotti took through the eyes of Salvatore Polisi, the owner of the Sinatra Club. Starring Jason Gedrick, Danny Nucci, Mark Belasco, Joey Lawrence I enjoyed the performances of Jason Gedrick and Danny Nucci, … Continue reading →

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Fitzwilly (1967)

Posted on January 7, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Dick Van Dyke stars as a butler to a destitute philanthropist. While the other employees and Van Dyke turn to stealing to keep their boss from knowing how impoverished she is. All is well until the philanthropist hires a new … Continue reading →

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Rachel McAdams

Posted on January 2, 2012 by laurarachel4

 The Family Stone (2005) Rated PG-13 Although their relationship works in the city, things begin to fall apart for buttoned-up Manhattanites Everett  and Meredith when they visit the suburbs for the holidays to stay with Everett’s family. Sarah’s first meeting … Continue reading →

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Neverland (2011)

Posted on December 28, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Peter and his pals discover a magical treasure that sends them to another world. Starring Keira Knightley, Charlotte Atkinson, Anna Friel, Bob Hoskins, Rhys Ifans, Charlie Rowe This is the story of Peter Pan before he came to … Continue reading →

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Have A Little Faith (2011)

Posted on December 27, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR A sportswriter has a good life until he meets two men. One a pastor, the other a rabbi. One a privileged man, the other a former drug dealer. What they teach the writer about life is that with … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Carol (1984)

Posted on December 20, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated PG George C. Scott plays Scrooge in this Charles Dickens classic. Starring George C. Scott, Frank Finlay, Angela Pleasence This has to be the second best Christmas Carol adaption. Scott’s portrayal of Scrooge was one of the best I’ve seen … Continue reading →

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