Tag Archives: crime

Trial & Error (NBC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on April 11, 2017 by laurarachel4

A series that spoofs crime shows. A lawyer from the Northeast has his first case in a murder trial where a poetry professor is accused of killing his wife. Starring Nicholas D’Agosto, Jayma Mays, Steven Boyer, Krysta Rodriguez, Sherri Shepherd, John Lithgow. … Continue reading →

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Last Ride (2009) Rated NR

Posted on April 9, 2017 by laurarachel4

A boy travels across Australia with his dad, who is wanted for a violent crime. Based on the novel by Denise Young. Starring Hugo Weaving, Tom Russell, Anita Hegh. Brilliant acting, gorgeous cinematography, and a compelling story line make this … Continue reading →

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The Killing of JonBenet: The Truth Uncovered (A&E) Rated TV-14

Posted on January 31, 2017 by laurarachel4

Re-examination of key evidence and new information of the murder of JonBenét Ramsey. This show takes the Ramseys’ side and talks about evidence that points to an intruder who committed this crime. It’s interesting to watch, but I don’t believe that … Continue reading →

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Ben-Hur (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 16, 2017 by laurarachel4

Ben-Hur is a wealthy man who is falsely accused of a crime. He returns home to seek revenge but finds redemption. Starring Jack Huston, Toby Kebbell, Rodrigo Santoro. I’m not really a fan of remakes and, although this film does … Continue reading →

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Dead Silent (ID) Rated TV-14

Posted on November 30, 2016 by laurarachel4

A crime show that reenacts murders (actual and attempted) performed in remote areas. Starring Mark Holliway, Alex Zuko, Curtis Wyatt III. Wow, this show really makes you feel like you are walking in the victims footsteps, as they retrace the … Continue reading →

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Married with Secrets (ID) Rated TV-14

Posted on November 10, 2016 by laurarachel4

This show explores the happiest of marriages which end with unhappy twists. Starring Pamela Portnoy, Andrew Luke Nielson, Jenna Osterlund. I love true crime shows, and this one delivers. We get to follow each couple as they fall in love … Continue reading →

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The Last Panthers (Sundance) Rated NR

Posted on April 26, 2016 by laurarachel4

As an independent claims specialist, Naomi’s  job is to recover stolen diamonds. Also on the case is police officer Khalil. The trail takes them across Europe and into an underground group. Starring Samantha Morton, Tahar Rahim, John Hurt, Goran Bogdan, … Continue reading →

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You, Me and the Apocalypse (NBC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on March 23, 2016 by laurarachel4

A group of ordinary people meet in a bunker in England as a comet is headed toward Earth. Starring Mathew Baynton, Jenna Fischer, Joel Fry, Gaia Scodellaro. This show threw me for a loop. It has great acting with a … Continue reading →

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Minority Report (FOX) Rated TV-14

Posted on October 21, 2015 by laurarachel4

Precrime unit has ended and the three PreCogs are trying to live a normal life while still getting visions of the future. Based on the 2002 film and the 1956 short story by Philip K. Dick. Starring Meagan Good, Stark Sands, Nick Zano, Daniel … Continue reading →

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The Player (NBC) Rated TV-14

Posted on October 3, 2015 by laurarachel4

An organization of gamblers bet on how crimes will end. A former intelligence officer “works” for them in Las Vegas. Starring Philip Winchester, Damon Gupton, Wesley Snipes, Charity Wakefield The premise of the show is rather preposterous: a group of rich people who love to gamble … Continue reading →

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