Tag Archives: cultures

Moana (2016) Rated PG

Posted on May 5, 2023 by laurarachel4

In Ancient Polynesia, a cursed Demigod named Maui seeks a way to break the curse and Moana heads out to help. Starring Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, and Rachel House. Disney seems to have taken a step away from fairy tales … Continue reading →

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Swedish Dicks (POP) Rated TV-MA

Posted on March 8, 2023 by laurarachel4

Two unlicensed Swedish private investigators work in California. Starring Peter Stormare, Johan Glans, and Vivian Bang.  This show isn’t really, bad but it doesn’t have anything going for it. While there are funny parts, it just doesn’t have anything the … Continue reading →

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Before the Rains (2007) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 21, 2022 by laurarachel4

An English spice baron moves to India at the end of the Raj years. Starring Linus Roache, Rahul Bose, and Nandita Das. This film isn’t just a romance between a British baron and an Indian housekeeper – it covers the … Continue reading →

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The Good, The Bad, The Hungry (2019) Rated NR

Posted on July 26, 2022 by laurarachel4

Two competitors tell their story of their years-long rivalry at competitive eating. Starring Joey Chestnut, Takeru Kobayashi, and George Shea. Kobayashi brought competitive eating to the U.S., and this film brings his story and that of his competitor Chestnut as … Continue reading →

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The Snowy Day (2016) Rated TV-Y

Posted on January 3, 2021 by laurarachel4

Peter goes on a magical snowy walk to Nana’s house to bring home Christmas eve dinner. Based on the book by Ezra Jack Keats. Starring Laurence Fishburne, Donielle T. Hansley Jr., and Regina King. This isn’t the most Christmassy themed … Continue reading →

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Gary Owen: #DoinWhatIDo (2019) Rated TV-MA

Posted on October 4, 2019 by laurarachel4

Gary Owen’s comedy special bridges the gap between black and white cultures in his home and on social media. Starring Gary Owen. Owen tells stories about his life in the military, his career as a wrestler, his friendship with Kevin … Continue reading →

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The Story of Us with Morgan Freeman (NatGeo) Rated NR

Posted on November 8, 2017 by laurarachel4

 Morgan Freeman travels the world to talk to people from different cultures about the fundamentals of life. Each episode takes on a topic, including: love, belief, power, war and peace, rebellion and freedom. Starring Morgan Freeman. This series disappointed me. … Continue reading →

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A Separation (2011) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 26, 2013 by laurarachel4

A husband and wife must make a decision on whether to improve their daughter’s life by moving out of Iran or staying to take care of the husband’s aging father. Starring Peyman Moaadi, Leila Hatami, Sareh Bayat Wow. This film … Continue reading →

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Wild Things with Dominic Monaghan (BBCAmerica) Rated TV-PG

Posted on January 21, 2013 by laurarachel4

A reality show where actor, Dominic Monaghan, takes us into the wild to sojourn with the creepy crawlies. Starring Dominic Monaghan Dominic Monaghan, most notable for the tv show, Lost and the movie series, Lord of the Rings, takes his passion … Continue reading →

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New Summer TV Shows 2012

Posted on April 6, 2012 by laurarachel4

 Around the World in 80 Plates (Bravo) Around the World in 80 Plates takes culinary competition to the next level as 12 chefs travel across the globe testing their skills and determination. In each episode, the contestants will travel to a different … Continue reading →

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