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Black Lightning (CW) Rated TV-14

Posted on January 23, 2018 by laurarachel4

 A retired superhero becomes  an avenger for justice. Starring William Catlett, Gregg Henry, Cress Williams. A couple of observations from the first episode:  1. I love Cress Williams. I’m glad he’s back on TV. 2. I really dislike how they are … Continue reading →

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Trucker (2008) Rated R

Posted on January 12, 2018 by laurarachel4

 A trucker leading a carefree life is forced to face the life she left. Starring Michelle Monaghan, Nathan Fillion, Benjamin Bratt, Joey Lauren Adams, Matthew Lawrence. This film explores the life of Diana, a freewheeling truck driver who must change her ways … 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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Heart and Souls (1993) Rated PG-13

Posted on November 9, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A businessman is reunited with his guardian angels from childhood in order for them to pass into the afterlife and giving him a reason to live. Starring Robert Downey Jr., Charles Grodin, Alfre Woodard, Kyra Sedgwick, Tom Sizemore, Elisabeth Shue. This is one of my favorite … Continue reading →

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The Good Doctor (ABC) Rated TV-14

Posted on November 1, 2017 by laurarachel4

A young surgeon with autism is hired into  a pediatric surgical unit. Starring Tamlyn Tomita, Freddie Highmore, Nicholas Gonzalez, Antonia Thomas, Chuku Modu, Beau Garrett, Hill Harper, Richard Schiff. Highmore is one of the most promising young actors out there, and in this drama he gets to show … Continue reading →

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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1939) Rated G

Posted on October 18, 2017 by laurarachel4

Huckleberry Finn hates the confines of  civilization, so he and a slave named Jim sail a raft down the Mississippi River. Based on the book by Mark Twain. Starring Mickey Rooney, Walter Connolly, William Frawley, Rex Ingram. This is one of the most excellent … Continue reading →

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Eight Crazy Nights (2002) Rated PG-13

Posted on September 27, 2017 by laurarachel4

An alcoholic with a criminal record is forced to perform community service while coming to terms with his bad habits. Starring Adam Sandler, Jackie Sandler, Austin Stout, Kevin Nealon, Rob Schneider, Jon Lovitz, Tyra Banks. As a fan of many of Sandler’s films, I was looking forward … Continue reading →

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The Emissary: A Biblical Epic (1997) Rated NR

Posted on September 16, 2017 by laurarachel4

 The story follows Saul, an angry zealot as he transforms into Paul the apostle. Starring Garry Cooper, Leon Lissek, Kermit Christman I was not overly impressed with this film. Although it does tell the story of Paul’s conversion and the subsequent conflicts which … Continue reading →

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The Master (2012) Rated R

Posted on September 11, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A veteran becomes enthralled with The Cause and its charismatic leader.  Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Price Carson, Mike Howard, Laura Dern, Rami Malek, Jesse Plemons, Amy Adams, Philip Seymour Hoffman I didn’t find this film particular enjoyable. I didn’t particularly enjoy the characters. There wasn’t a single character that … Continue reading →

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Get Shorty (Epix) Rated NR

Posted on September 8, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A TV show based on the novel by Elmore Leonard about a mobster turned movie producer. Starring Sean Bridgers, Carolyn Dodd, Isaac Keys, Chris O’Dowd, Lidia Porto, Goya Robles, Ray Romano, Lucy Walters. Epix tends to create good quality series, and this show is no exception. O’Dowd puts … Continue reading →

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