Tag Archives: Family

The Great Outdoors (1988) Rated PG

A family man goes camping with his family and his brother. Starring Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, and Stephanie Faracy. I was never a big fan of John Candy, but the older I get and the raunchier the current comics become, … Continue reading

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Love on Harbor Island (2020) Rated TV-G

An interior designer returns home to help her aunt with the family Bed and Breakfast Inn. Starring Marcus Rosner, Morgan Kohan, and Brenda Matthews.  I love Hallmark films. I know that doesn’t always show. Hallmark can either hit it out … Continue reading

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Biography: Jeff Dunham – Talking Heads (2019) Rated TV-PG

 Ventriloquist/comic Jeff Dunham’s life is highlighted through interviews of family and friends. Starring Judd Apatow, Gary Brightwell, and Johnny Carson.  Biography always does a wonderful job at bringing people’s lives together. This episode has Dunham taking us back to his … Continue reading

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Garage Sale Mystery: Guilty Until Proven Innocent (2016) Rated TV-G

 Antiques guru Jennifer Shannon investigates a murder in which her best friend from High School is the prime suspect. Starring Lori Loughlin, Sarah Strange, and Steve Bacic.  The Garage Sale Mysteries are on a run. The acting and the writing … Continue reading

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The Blind Side (2009) Rated PG-13

 The story of Michael Oher, a homeless teenage boy, who was taken in by a family that helps him achieve his dreams. Starring Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, and Quinton Aaron.  While all true story films tend to exaggerate on the … 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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Cheaper by the Dozen (1950) Rated NR

A husband and wife find humorous methods in dealing with their 12 children. Based on the book by Frank B. Gilbreth. Starring Clifton Webb, Jeanne Crain, and Myrna Loy. This film is based on the true story of the Gilbreth … Continue reading

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Christmas Comes to Willow Creek (1987) Rated NR

 Two truck driver brothers are asked to bring a load of toys to Willow Creek, Alaska, in time for Christmas. The brothers, who don’t get a long, must face their past and the weather to make a Christmas miracle. Starring … Continue reading

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The Lovely Bones (2009) Rated PG-13

 A young woman who was murdered watches over her family and her killer as she battles between the desire for vengeance and for her family to heal. Based on the book by Alice Sebold.  Starring Mark Wahlberg, Rachel Weisz, and … Continue reading

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Danger Lurking Under My Roof (2023) Rated TV-14

 A family welcomes another family into their garden house for charity but then their teenage daughter disappears. Starring Kristi Murdock, Noémi VanSlyke, James Hyde This film seems to take place an alternate universe feel. The charity is something I’ve never … Continue reading

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