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Madam Secretary (CBS) Rated TV-PG

Posted on October 8, 2018 by

A drama looks at the Secretary of State as she balances work and family. Starring Téa Leoni, Tim Daly, and Patina Miller. This show has a lot going for it. It’s great to see a woman in a top political role. … Continue reading →

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In Search of… (History) Rated TV-14

Posted on August 21, 2018 by

A documentary series examines unexplained phenomena. Starring Zachary Quinto, Kyle Bond, and David Brin. This series’ only draw seems to be that Zachary Quinto reprises the role of host from Leonard Nimoy. There doesn’t seem to be any redeeming qualities to the … Continue reading →

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Against a Crooked Sky (1975) Rated G

Posted on December 19, 2017 by

When Charlotte Sutter gets kidnapped by a group of Indians, her brother and a drunk prospector go in search for her. The film is a remake of The Searchers.  Starring Richard Boone, Stewart Petersen, Henry Wilcoxon. This is an engaging story as we follow … Continue reading →

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Smashed (2012) Rated R

Posted on December 17, 2017 by

A married couple whose bond is a mutual love of alcohol gets their relationship tested when one of them becomes sober. Starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Aaron Paul, Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally, Octavia Spencer. This is the gritty, unromantic story of an alcoholic trying to stay sober … Continue reading →

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Downward Dog (ABC) Rated TV-PG

Posted on December 2, 2017 by

 A dog tries to understand human relationships. Starring Allison Tolman, Samm Hodges, Lucas Neff, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Ned the Dog. I’m not surprised this show was canceled. If you want to see a good show about a dog that tries to understand humans, Wilfred does it … Continue reading →

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Rosehaven (Sundance) Rated NR

Posted on October 27, 2017 by

Daniel McCallum returns to his small Tasmanian hometown, Rosehaven, to help his mother with her business. Starring Celia Pacquola, Luke McGregor, Kris McQuade, Katie Robertson, Noela Foxcroft. I loved this show. I was surprised by how brilliant it was. The humor is dry and direct, and … Continue reading →

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Les Misérables (2012) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 24, 2017 by

 In 19th Century France, ex-convict Jean Valjean takes on a factory workers daughter, changing both their lives. Starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Sacha Baron Cohen, Helena Bonham Carter, Eddie Redmayne, Aaron Tveit. I’m sorry to say that I’ve never been a fan of Les Misérables. … Continue reading →

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101 Dalmatians (1996) Rated G

Posted on June 28, 2017 by

Live-action film to the story of 101 Dalmatians written by Dodie Smith. Starring Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels, Joely Richardson, Joan Plowright, Hugh Laurie. This live-action film is based on the book and the 1961 animated film by the same name. … Continue reading →

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The Neverending Story (1984) Rated PG

Posted on June 7, 2017 by

A boy discovers a fantasy world through the pages of an old book. Based on the novel by Michael Ende. Starring Barret Oliver, Gerald McRaney, Chris Eastman, Noah Hathaway. A wonderful fantasy about a boy named Bastian who struggles with his … Continue reading →

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Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012) Rated PG

Posted on May 6, 2017 by

A young woman falls for an aerialist when they enter the world of Cirque Du Soleil. Then, they become separated and must travel between tent worlds to reconnect with each other. Starring Erica Linz, Igor Zaripov, Lutz Halbhubner. This movie … Continue reading →

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