Tag Archives: leader

Love & Mercy (2014) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 9, 2021 by laurarachel4

 In the 60s, The Beach Boys’ leader, Brian Wilson, struggles with his mental illness while writing the song, “Love & Mercy.” Starring Paul Dano, John Cusack, and Elizabeth Banks. This film bounces back and forth between two periods in Wilson’s … Continue reading →

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Waco: Madman or Messiah (A&E) Rated TV-14

Posted on February 20, 2018 by laurarachel4

 A miniseries, told by interviews of survivors with video and  audio recordings, telling the story of how David Koresh came to power as a prophet and the standoff at the compound. Starring Mike Caruso, Brigette Griffith, Michael Lake This miniseries takes us … Continue reading →

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Gangster Squad (2013) Rated R

Posted on December 3, 2017 by laurarachel4

 In 1949, Los Angeles is run by gangsters. To end the corruption, a team of cops take down the leader and work for peace in the city. Starring Sean Penn, Holt McCallany, Wade Williams, Josh Brolin. There are great reviews out there about this … Continue reading →

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The Master (2012) Rated R

Posted on September 11, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A veteran becomes enthralled with The Cause and its charismatic leader.  Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Price Carson, Mike Howard, Laura Dern, Rami Malek, Jesse Plemons, Amy Adams, Philip Seymour Hoffman I didn’t find this film particular enjoyable. I didn’t particularly enjoy the characters. There wasn’t a single character that … Continue reading →

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Six (History) Rated TV-MA

Posted on February 9, 2017 by laurarachel4

Navy SEAL Team Six attempts to eliminate a Taliban leader in Afghanistan when they discover  an American working for the enemy. Starring Barry Sloane, Kyle Schmid, Juan Pablo Raba, Edwin Hodge, Brianne Davis, Nadine Velazquez, Dominic Adams, Walton Goggins, Nondumiso … Continue reading →

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The Bounty (1984) Rated PG

Posted on September 12, 2016 by laurarachel4

The story of Lieutenant Bligh, whose cruelty leads to mutiny on his ship. Based on the book, Captain Bligh and Mr. Christian by Richard Hough. Starring Mel Gibson, Anthony Hopkins, Laurence Olivier, Daniel Day-Lewis, Liam Neeson. I thought this film … Continue reading →

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Lone Survivor (2013) Rated R

Posted on February 19, 2015 by laurarachel4

Based on the true events of the mission Operation Red Wings to go after Taliban leader Ahmad Shah. Based on the book, Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. Starring Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster, Eric Bana To me, this … Continue reading →

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Amazing Love: The Story of Hosea (2012) Rated PG

Posted on May 4, 2013 by laurarachel4

During a youth camping trip a confrontation breaks out and the leader breaks out the story of Hosea. Starring Sean Astin, Elijah Alexander, Kenton Duty, Patty Duke This movie is a typical Christian film. The acting lacks even with the … Continue reading →

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Rachel McAdams

Posted on January 2, 2012 by laurarachel4

 The Family Stone (2005) Rated PG-13 Although their relationship works in the city, things begin to fall apart for buttoned-up Manhattanites Everett  and Meredith when they visit the suburbs for the holidays to stay with Everett’s family. Sarah’s first meeting … Continue reading →

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