Tag Archives: conflict

A Polite Bribe (2013) Rated NR

Posted on April 18, 2019 by

A documentary looks at Apostle Paul as he works on keeping the first Christians together. Starring Paul Achtemeieir, Jeffrey J. Bütz, and Dominick Crossan. This documentary is brilliantly done with a mixture of interviews with theologians and the retelling of … Continue reading →

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Let the Fire Burn (2013) Rated NR

Posted on December 11, 2018 by

The history of the conflict between the City of Philadelphia and the Black Liberation organization, MOVE, as they lead to the violent confrontation in 1985. Starring Birdie Africa, Ramona Africa, and Wilson Goode. The film centers on the MOVE organization mostly and … Continue reading →

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Incredibles 2 (2018) Rated PG

Posted on November 28, 2018 by

Mr. Incredible is left to take care of the kids while Elastigirl goes out to save the world. Starring  Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, and Sarah Vowell. The sequel to The Incredibles brings the family back together as they try to … Continue reading →

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Damascus Cover (2018) Rated R

Posted on August 4, 2018 by

A spy falls in love while working on an undercover mission in Syria. Based on the book by Howard Kaplan. Starring Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Olivia Thirlby, and John Hurt. As a spy thriller, this film is poorly written. Jonathan Rhys Meyers … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Wedding Tail (2011) Rated PG

Posted on July 19, 2018 by

Two pets and their owners fall in love, but it’s more complicated for the adults who are trying to join two families. Starring Jay Mohr, Jennie Garth, and Nikki Cox. This is one of the dumbest films ever. There isn’t a … Continue reading →

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Love, Simon (2018) Rated PG-13

Posted on July 5, 2018 by

Simon is keeping a secret from his family and friends – he’s gay. Starring  Nick Robinson, Jennifer Garner, and Josh Duhamel. There are quite a few things to say about this film, both good and bad. I thought the story … Continue reading →

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What I Did for Love (2006) Rated NR

Posted on July 4, 2018 by

A city lawyer goes to his fiancee’s country home for the holidays. Starring Jeremy London, Dorie Barton, and James Gammon. This movie is different from Hallmark’s typical Christmas films. Here, we don’t watch the two characters fall in love; they’ve already … Continue reading →

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Man in an Orange Shirt (PBS) Rated TV-14

Posted on July 3, 2018 by

Two couples, one living in the post-WWII era and the other in present day, deal with the challenges in their lives. Starring Julian Morris, Vanessa Redgrave, and Oliver Jackson-Cohen. I was unsure about this miniseries as the couples are gay, but … Continue reading →

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Mary and the Witch’s Flower (2017) Rated PG

Posted on May 21, 2018 by

A strange flower grants magic to a young girl. Based on the book The Little Broomstick by Mary Stewart. Starring Ruby Barnhill, Jim Broadbent, Ewen Bremner, and Kate Winslet. This is the first film from Studio Ponoc, the company founded by a producer from Studio Ghibli. … Continue reading →

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A Warrior’s Heart (2011) Rated PG

Posted on April 14, 2018 by

A high school La Crosse player deals with the death of his father, having a new coach, and his own arrogance. Starring Kellan Lutz, Adam Beach, and Ridge Canipe. This film is a predictable teenage sports drama; it didn’t leave much … Continue reading →

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