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The Happy Elf (2005) Rated NR

Posted on February 16, 2026 by laurarachel4

 Based on Grammy-winner Harry Connick, Jr.’s song. The story follows one of Santa’s helpers when he decides to bring Christmas joy to a sad little town called Bluesville. Starring Harry Connick Jr., Rob Paulsen, Carol Kane, and Mickey Rooney. This … Continue reading →

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An American Tail: Fievel Goes West (1991) Rated G

Posted on March 28, 2024 by laurarachel4

 Fievel’s family decides to go west, thinking it’s safer from the city cats. Starring Phillip Glasser, James Stewart, and Erica Yohn.  When I first watched this film years ago, I remember not being impressed and wasn’t sure if the original … Continue reading →

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Run the Burbs (CBC) Rated NR

Posted on January 4, 2024 by laurarachel4

 A young Canadian family takes a different approach to living in the suburbs. Starring Rakhee Morzaria, Andrew Phung, and Roman Pesino.  When I first watched this show I was a little nervous about how far they would push the envelope … Continue reading →

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Gandhi (1982) Rated PG

Posted on October 24, 2023 by laurarachel4

 The film chronicles the life of an Indian lawyer turned activist. Starring Ben Kingsley, Rohini Hattangadi, and Roshan Seth.  The performance of Kingsley as Gandhi is excellent. There are a number of things I dislike about the film that aren’t … Continue reading →

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Framed for Murder: A Fixer Upper Mystery (2017) Rated NR

Posted on October 18, 2023 by laurarachel4

An investigative reporter buys a mansion and hires a contractor to help fix it up. Of course, they find a dead body and need to investigate. Starring Jewel, Colin Ferguson, and Erin Karpluk. While I love both Jewel and Ferguson, … Continue reading →

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Ricky Velez: Here’s Everything (2021) Rated NR

Posted on November 14, 2021 by laurarachel4

Comedian and actor Ricky Velez bares it all with his honest lens and down-to-earth perspective in this TV special. Starring Ricky Velez. Ricky Velez is one that’s hard to figure out. He tells his life story in a wonderful, down-to-earth … Continue reading →

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Out of the Furnace (2013) Rated R

Posted on December 16, 2018 by laurarachel4

Rodney Baze has disappeared, and law enforcement is slow to act, so his brother takes things into his own hands. Starring Woody Harrelson, Dendrie Taylor, and Carl Ciarfalio. This film starts as an action film, but I have to say it … Continue reading →

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