Tag Archives: Cinematography

Scrooge (1970) Rated G

Posted on September 18, 2020 by

A musical retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol. Starring Albert Finney, Edith Evans, and Kenneth More. This is the quintessential film of the classic Dickens’ tale. Finney is a joy to watch as Scrooge, who then has a change of … Continue reading →

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Sicario (2015) Rated R

Posted on September 11, 2020 by

An FBI agent is called into a government task force that is fighting the war on drugs at the Mexican-United States border. Starring Emily Blunt, Benicio Del Toro, and Josh Brolin. This film takes us into the world of drug smuggling. We … Continue reading →

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First Cow (2019) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 27, 2020 by

A cook travels with a group of fur trappers to Oregon where he meets a Chinese immigrant. They go on a journey to find their fortune and become successful business associates. Starring Alia Shawkat, John Magaro, and Dylan Smith. This … Continue reading →

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Wish You Well (2013) Rated NR

Posted on August 12, 2020 by

Two children come of age during the 1940s at their grandmother’s home. Based on the book by David Baldacci. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Mackenzie Foy, and Josh Lucas. This film is a slow-moving story and a simple tale. You just get … Continue reading →

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Beecham House (PBS) Rated TV-14

Posted on July 17, 2020 by

The show follows the lives of John Beecham, his family and his household in his Delhi Mansion. Starring Tom Bateman, Lesley Nicol, and Leo Suter. I actually like the show. It has brilliant cinematography and costumes. The actors were all … Continue reading →

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Laurel Canyon (Epix) Rated TV-14

Posted on June 26, 2020 by

A look at the mythical time when the residents of Laurel Canyon lived and breathed the music scene. Starring Jackson Browne, Don Henley, and Michelle Phillips. This documentary takes you down the road of musicians that came to live in … Continue reading →

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Saints & Strangers (2015) Rated NR

Posted on June 22, 2020 by

This miniseries presents the story of the Mayflower and the first year of the pilgrims in America. Starring Vincent Kartheiser, Kalani Queypo, and Tatanka Means. This miniseries does a fairly good job and gives us an even view of the … Continue reading →

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Paper Towns (2015) Rated PG-13

Posted on June 6, 2020 by

After an all-night adventure, Quentin’s crush disappears, leaving a trail of clues to follow. Based on the book by John Green. Starring Nat Wolff, Cara Delevingne, and Austin Abrams. This film has an interesting story, but there is so much … Continue reading →

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Mortdecai (2015) Rated R

Posted on April 23, 2020 by

Charlie Mortdecai races to recover a stolen painting that would lead him to lost gold, and all the while, law enforcement is on his tail. Based on the books, Mortdecai Trilogy, by Kyril Bonfiglioli. Starring Johnny Depp, Gwyneth Paltrow, and … Continue reading →

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Whiplash (2014) Rated R

Posted on February 23, 2020 by

A drummer is accepted into a prestigious music conservatory where his teacher will stop at nothing to push his students to greatness. Starring Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, and Paul Reiser. This movie is intense. Simmons pushes the boy and the … Continue reading →

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