Tag Archives: role

Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You (2016) Rated UR

Posted on July 14, 2021 by laurarachel4

A look at the life, work, and political activism of Norman Lear. Starring John Amos, Bea Arthur, and Adrienne Barbeau. This documentary looks at the life of one of the most influential TV producers. Lear tells his life story of … Continue reading →

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Crossing Jordan (NBC) Rated TV-14

Posted on July 2, 2021 by laurarachel4

Boston Medical examiner, Dr. Jordan Cavanaugh, goes above and beyond to solve cases. Starring Jill Hennessy, Miguel Ferrer, and Ravi Kapoor. This show was one of the first to put a woman in a lead role of crime investigation, and … 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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All Creatures Great and Small (PBS) Rated TV-PG

Posted on February 16, 2021 by laurarachel4

The adventures of a small town veterinarian practice in the 1930s and 40s in the countryside of Yorkshire. Based on the series by James Herriot. Starring Nicholas Ralph, Anna Madeley, and Samuel West. I was pleasantly surprised by this remake … Continue reading →

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Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation (1962) Rated NR

Posted on October 27, 2020 by laurarachel4

The Hobbs family takes a vacation to the beach. Based on the book by Edward Streeter. Starring James Stewart, Maureen O’Hara, and Fabian. I loved this film; I thought they did a wonderful job at giving us a glimpse of … Continue reading →

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3 Godfathers (1948) Rated NR

Posted on October 25, 2020 by laurarachel4

Three outlaws run into a woman giving birth in the desert. The woman dies, leaving the care of her daughter to the three men. Starring John Wayne, Pedro Armendáriz, and Harry Carey Jr. This film is brilliant. It’s a character … Continue reading →

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The Drew Barrymore Show (2020) Rated TV-G

Posted on October 3, 2020 by laurarachel4

Drew Barrymore sets to conquer the talk show world by presenting topics like human-interest stories, celebrity guests, and lifestyle segments with her typical brand of humor and optimism. Starring Drew Barrymore, Kahlana Barfield, and Jonah Larson. I love Drew Barrymore; … 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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Sailing Into Love (2019) Rated TV-G

Posted on August 9, 2020 by laurarachel4

A biology teacher is juggling three friends’ weddings and teaching summer school on her favorite island. Starring Leah Renee, Chris McNally, and Fiona Vroom. This is a cute Hallmark romance. It has the typical story elements, although it’s better written. … Continue reading →

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Debbie Macomber’s Dashing Through the Snow (2015) Rated NR

Posted on August 8, 2020 by laurarachel4

Two people become stranded at an airport during the holiday season and decide to rent a car together to get out of town. Along the way, they experience adventures while falling in love. Based on Debbie Macomber’s book of the … Continue reading →

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