Tag Archives: John Candy

The Great Outdoors (1988) Rated PG

Posted on November 27, 2023 by laurarachel4

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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Top Films to Watch on Thanksgiving 2022

Posted on November 24, 2022 by laurarachel4

   Thanksgiving Grubdown (2019) Rated NR Carla Hall discovers outrageous Turkey Day treats in the primetime special Thanksgiving Grubdown. Starring Carla Hall  Macy’s Thanksgiving Cake Spectacular (2019) Rated NR Four of the country’s best bakers come together to design sweet … Continue reading →

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Uncle Buck (ABC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on July 6, 2016 by laurarachel4

A man-child uncle takes care of his brother’s kids. Based on the film, Uncle Buck (1989). Starring Mike Epps, James Lesure, Iman Benson, Sayeed Shahidi, Aalyrah Caldwell, Nia Long. I loved the movie Uncle Buck with the inimitable actor/comedian John … Continue reading →

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Top Thanksgiving Films 2015

Posted on November 19, 2015 by laurarachel4

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973) Rated NR Peppermint Patty invites herself and her friends over to Charlie Brown’s for Thanksgiving, and with Linus, Snoopy, and Woodstock, he attempts to throw together a Thanksgiving dinner. Starring Todd Barbee, Robin Kohn, Stephen … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Films 2011

Posted on November 19, 2011 by laurarachel4

 Home for the Holidays (1995) Rated PG-13 Every year, Claudia dreads her trip home for Thanksgiving. Between her parents, her sardonic brother and her overdramatic sister, things are bad enough. But this year, Claudia has more reason for angst. She’s … Continue reading →

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Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987)

Posted on August 23, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated R Uptight Marketing Exec Neal Page is trying to get home in time for Thanksgiving and at every turn something obstructs his path. Teaming up with an annoying, quirky salesman, Del Griffith causes Page to relax and make the … Continue reading →

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Summer Rental (1985)

Posted on December 26, 2010 by laurarachel4

Rated PG Summer Rental was an amusing film. John Candy is entertaining. Although, this was a datable comedy but I did find some enjoyable laughs. The story was pleasing but not seamless. I really struggled with wanting to appreciate the … Continue reading →

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