Tag Archives: life

Scrooge (1970) Rated G

Posted on September 18, 2020 by laurarachel4

A musical retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol. Starring Albert Finney, Edith Evans, and Kenneth More. This is the quintessential film of the classic Dickens’ tale. Finney is a joy to watch as Scrooge, who then has a change of … Continue reading →

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We Hunt Together (Showtime) Rated TV-MA

Posted on September 15, 2020 by laurarachel4

A cat and mouse chase begins as a pair of detectives track down a pair of killers. Starring Babou Ceesay, Hermione Corfield, and Eve Myles. I love British shows. They have real people instead of supermodels as actors, and they use actors … Continue reading →

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Shark vs. Whale (2020) Rated TV-PG

Posted on September 6, 2020 by laurarachel4

A routine drone surveillance captures a shark attacking a humpback whale. Starring Ryan Johnson and Ted Stewart. This is an interesting film. Ryan Johnson, a marine biologist who works in South Africa, studies sharks. He discovers a whale that is … Continue reading →

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The Pagemaster (1994) Rated G

Posted on August 26, 2020 by laurarachel4

An outcast boy enters a library during a storm and discovers a realm of fictional books that takes him on a journey to find his way home. Starring Macaulay Culkin, Kanin Howell, and Alexis Kirschner. I just discovered this gem recently. … Continue reading →

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Helter Skelter (Epix) Rated TV-MA

Posted on August 25, 2020 by laurarachel4

It’s been over 50 years since Charles Manson and his followers committed their heinous crimes. This miniseries tells the story of Manson from his childhood through his crimes with interviews from the people who knew him and those that witnessed his … Continue reading →

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Damsels in Distress (2011) Rated PG-13

Posted on August 24, 2020 by laurarachel4

A trio of girls set out to change the male-dominated college and to save the other female students from their boorish lives. Starring Greta Gerwig, Carrie MacLemore, and Megalyn Echikunwoke. This film is a deadpan romantic comedy. It has its … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Take It with You (1938) Rated NR

Posted on August 18, 2020 by laurarachel4

A man from a rich family gets engaged to a woman from and eccentric family. Starring Jean Arthur, Lionel Barrymore, and James Stewart. This film is a cute romp of humor. It takes on the social and class messages of … Continue reading →

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Wish You Well (2013) Rated NR

Posted on August 12, 2020 by laurarachel4

Two children come of age during the 1940s at their grandmother’s home. Based on the book by David Baldacci. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Mackenzie Foy, and Josh Lucas. This film is a slow-moving story and a simple tale. You just get … Continue reading →

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Street Smart (1987) Rated R

Posted on August 5, 2020 by laurarachel4

A New York journalist lies about a fake pimp but is actually describing a real pimp that’s up for murder. Starring Christopher Reeve, Kathy Baker, and Mimi Rogers. This film is a brilliant story of life on the streets. It represents … Continue reading →

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Chicago Med (NBC) Rated TV-14

Posted on July 22, 2020 by laurarachel4

Chicago’s skilled medical team saves lives while they figure out their own. Starring Nick Gehlfuss, Yaya DaCosta, and Torrey DeVitto. This show is just another run of the mill Medical show on TV. They try to bring medical scenarios to … Continue reading →

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