Tag Archives: dialogue

The Proud and Profane (1956) Rated NR

During WWII, a widow falls for a lieutenant colonel. Starring William Holden, Deborah Kerr, and Thelma Ritter. At first I thought this would be a great love story. While it has it’s moments, there are also moments when the pacing … Continue reading

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Ice Dreams (2009) Rated TV-PG

Years after a tragic accident, a former figure skater takes on a coaching job that brings on the healing and demons from the past. Starring Jessica Cauffiel, Shelley Long, and Brady Smith. This is one of the worst films from … Continue reading

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Maps to the Stars (2014) Rated R

A celebrity family chases fame, each other, and their past. Starring Julianne Moore, Mia Wasikowska, and John Cusack. This film is the typical over-the-top David Cronenburg movie. The characters are over-the-top. The story is over-the-top. The dialogue is hilarious and ridiculous … Continue reading

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Silence (2016) Rated R

In the 17th Century, two Jesuit Priests travel to Japan to find their mentor, who may be an apostate. Based on the novel by ShÅ«saku Endō. Starring Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, and Liam Neeson. Wow! The film does a wonderful … Continue reading

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Hailey Dean Mysteries: Death on Duty (2019) Rated TV-PG

 Hailey Dean investigates the death of her investigator friend, Finch’s old marine buddy. Starring Kellie Martin, Viv Leacock, and Matthew MacCaull.  This film really is poorly written, more so than other Hallmark films. The dialogue is a little stilted.  The … Continue reading

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Mr. Bean (HBO) Rated TV-G

 Mr. Bean is a bumbling, childlike personality that causes him to have trouble doing everyday tasks, but his resourcefulness helps him succeed. Starring Rowan Atkinson, Matilda Ziegler, and Robin Driscoll.  Mr. Bean is a series of short comedy sketches that  … Continue reading

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Superior Donuts (CBS) Rated TV-PG

A donut shop in the inner city of Chicago with an old-school owner and his friends tries to keep up with the changing culture. Starring Jermaine Fowler, David Koechner, and Maz Jobrani. This series is like an old-time comedy show … Continue reading

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Bullet Train (2022) Rated R

Five assassins board a train and find they all have something in common. Starring Brad Pitt, Joey King, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson.Ā  At first take, this is a brilliant action dialogue film. However, while the action is great, it’s also very … Continue reading

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The Nanny Express (2008) Rated TV-PG

When two kids get a new nanny, they try to torment her, but over time she wins some hearts. Starring Vanessa Marcil, Brennan Elliott, and Stacy Keach. This is one of Hallmark’s least-improved films. While the story isn’t bad, it’s … Continue reading

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Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015) Rated PG-13

After escaping the maze, the runners now face new challenges in a desolate landscape. Based on the book by James Dashner. Starring Dylan O’Brien, Ki Hong Lee, and Kaya Scodelario. This continuing story from the trilogy is less desirable than … Continue reading

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