Tag Archives: news

When Sharks Attack (NatGeo) Rated NR

Posted on August 8, 2019 by

A show investigates recent shark attacks with news archives and interviews of survivors to discover why sharks attack. Starring Eric Meyers, Thomas Frick, and Dan Huber. I actually enjoyed this series. The show talks with survivors and marine biologists and … Continue reading →

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The Weekly (FX) Rated NR

Posted on June 29, 2019 by

A weekly tv show from The New York Times that brings a documentary style news program to the screen. Starring Katie Benner, Erica Green, and Bryson Sassau. I actually was impressed with this show. The first episode brings to light the … Continue reading →

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Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 27, 2019 by

Ron Burgundy takes on New York and the start of 24-hour news channel. Starring Will Ferrell, Steve Carell, and Paul Rudd. Anchorman 2 has the same structure as the first film, and it’s just as funny. Of course, the humor is the typical … Continue reading →

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Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004) Rated PG-13

Posted on December 20, 2018 by

Ron Burgundy is a top rated reporter in the San Diego area when an ambitious woman is hired as a new anchor. Starring Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, and Paul Rudd. Surprisingly, I enjoyed this comedy. The film comes off as more of a … Continue reading →

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Here and Now (2018) Rated R

Posted on December 17, 2018 by

A singer receives bad news the day before her new tour begins. Starring  Renée Zellweger, Simon Baker, and Sarah Jessica Parker. This film is slow going. We follow as Sarah Jessica Parker (Vivienne, the singer) through the twenty-four hours of … Continue reading →

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The Wedding Dress (2001) Rated NR

Posted on August 7, 2018 by

 When Hannah Pinkham tries on her wedding dress she receives bad news – the dress seems to bring bad luck to everyone who has it. Starring Neil Patrick Harris, Margaret Colin, and Tyne Daly. This film starts out promising. We have the … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Estate (Showtime) Rated TV-14

Posted on June 2, 2018 by

A documentary follows the New York Times’ coverage of President Trump’s first year in office. Starring Dean Baquet, Maggie Haberman, and Elisabeth Bumiller. This series shows how the media has become more partisan than unbiased. From the start,  the documentary puts a … Continue reading →

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We’ll Meet Again (PBS) Rated PG

Posted on February 18, 2018 by

The personal stories of the reunion of people helping people during some of America’s historic events. Hosted by Ann Curry. This series is a wonderful look at human goodness during significant American events.  In each episode, meet people whose paths … Continue reading →

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Love is Strange (2014) Rated R

Posted on May 22, 2015 by

Ben and George get married after being together for 39 years. Upon hearing the news, George’s employer terminates him from his Catholic teaching post.  George and Ben are then forced to live separately with other family members. Starring Alfred Molina, … Continue reading →

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The Great Beauty (2013) Rated NR

Posted on April 28, 2014 by

Jep Gambardella  lives the quintessential bachelor life until his 65th birthday when he discover news he never knew. Starring Toni Servillo, Carlo Verdone, Sabrina Ferilli This is a very artistic film about life. With each scene there is beauty but … Continue reading →

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