Tag Archives: Joy

The Parent Trip (BYUTV) Rated NR

Posted on June 27, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Celebrities take their parents on adventure trips of a lifetime. Starring Marty Cook, Keshia Knight Pulliam, and James Maslow.  This is a fun family show where parents get to do crazy adventures with their celebrity kids. It’s fun to watch … Continue reading →

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Act Your Age (Bounce) Rated NR

Posted on March 21, 2023 by laurarachel4

Three friends in the prime of their lives shine in their individuality while also supporting each other. Starring Mariah Robinson, Nathan Anderson, and Ratoya Banks. The comedy chops of Yvette Nicole Brown and Kym Whitley are a joy to watch. … Continue reading →

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Sam & Kate (2022) Rated R

Posted on December 7, 2022 by laurarachel4

A son returns home to help care for his aging father. Starring Henry Thomas, Dustin Hoffman, and Sissy Spacek.  There are a couple of things I liked about this film and there are some things I didn’t like. One is … Continue reading →

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Touched by Romance (2014) Rated G

Posted on November 16, 2022 by laurarachel4

When an author is diagnosed with cancer, her nurse starts a new treatment of helping her finish her novels with joy. Starring Doris Roberts, Rachael Carpani, and Ernie Hudson. This is a complex film. It has heart, but it needs … Continue reading →

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The Year Without a Santa Claus (1974) Rated TV-G

Posted on August 19, 2022 by laurarachel4

When a weary and tired Santa Claus thinks about canceling Christmas, Mrs. Claus and the elves set out to change his mind. Starring Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, and Dick Shawn. This is one of the Rankin/Bass productions that is just … Continue reading →

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Pete’s Dragon (2016) Rated PG

Posted on August 2, 2022 by laurarachel4

An orphaned boy and his friendly dragon go on adventures. Starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford, and Oakes Fegley. This film is a reimaged telling of the story Pete’s Dragon. While the film has the classic Disney death of parents … Continue reading →

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Lone Star Restoration (History) Rated NR

Posted on April 14, 2022 by laurarachel4

Brent Hull is a man with a mission to restore architectural history in America. Starring Brent Hull and Brett Hull. The show is interesting, and it’s a joy to see the restoration of older homes. However, the pacing is too … Continue reading →

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Silent Night (2021) Rated NR

Posted on January 8, 2022 by laurarachel4

A family tries to celebrate the best Christmas while the end of the world is coming tomorrow. Starring Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, and Roman Griffin Davis. This story is interesting as it takes the joy of the season and mixes … Continue reading →

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NCIS (CBS) Rated TV-14

Posted on September 23, 2021 by laurarachel4

 Special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service’s Washington, D.C., Major Case Response Team investigate crimes against military personnel. Starring Mark Harmon, David McCallum, and Sean Murray.  This show mixes military drama and police procedure. It is well-produced with humor, … Continue reading →

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Finding Neverland (2004) Rated PG

Posted on May 5, 2021 by laurarachel4

  The story of J.M. Barrie and his friendship with a family that inspired Peter Pan. Starring Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, and Julie Christie. This film brings to life the events and lives that inspired Peter Pan. Barrie is wonderfully … Continue reading →

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