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Two and a Half Men (CBS) Rated TV-14

Posted on May 20, 2019 by

A jingle writer’s life is in upheaval when his newly divorced brother and his young son move in with him. Starring Jon Cryer, Angus T. Jones, and Conchata Ferrell. This show is a typical comedy from Chuck Lorre. Lorre knows … Continue reading →

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The Snows of Kilimanjaro (1952) Rated TV-PG

Posted on May 9, 2019 by

A writer reminisces his life as he lies dying from an infection in the shadow of Kilimanjaro. Based on the book by Ernest Hemingway. Starring Gregory Peck, Susan Hayward, and Ava Gardner. This film isn’t one that has a lot … Continue reading →

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Stan & Ollie (2018) Rated PG

Posted on April 20, 2019 by

Laurel and Hardy used to be the world’s famous comedic duo, but they try to reignite their act on what becomes their last tour together. Starring Steve Coogan, John C. Reilly, and Shirley Henderson. Seriously, this film leaves much to … Continue reading →

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Son of God (2014) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 14, 2019 by

The life of Jesus is depicted from his birth through his crucifixion and resurrection. Starring Diogo Morgado, Greg Hicks, and Adrian Schiller. I struggled with this sequel to The Bible film last year. The Bible was done well; this one was … Continue reading →

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In Secret (2013) Rated R

Posted on April 9, 2019 by

A woman in Paris in the 1860s embarks on an affair that has its consequences. Starring Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar Isaac, and Tom Felton. This film should have been better than it was. The storyline is intriguing, and the first part … Continue reading →

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The Last Ship (TNT) Rated TV-14

Posted on April 2, 2019 by

The crew of a naval destroyer discovers that they are the last ship of survivors when a pandemic kills off most of Earth’s population. Based on the book by William Brinkley. Starring Eric Dane, Adam Baldwin, and Charles Parnell. This … Continue reading →

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Crossbones (NBC) Rated NR

Posted on March 5, 2019 by

Crossbones is set in 1700 and centers around pirate Blackbeard. Starring John Malkovich, Richard Coyle, and Claire Foy. This show seems to take a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a pirate. It tries to humanize the characters, letting them … Continue reading →

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First Man (2018) Rated PG-13

Posted on February 27, 2019 by

 A film that looks at the life of astronaut, Neil Armstrong, as he prepares for the mission to the moon, on July 20, 1969. Based on the book, First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong, by  James R. Hansen. … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing (2018) Rated R

Posted on January 13, 2019 by

Three lighthouse keepers find gold that causes them to disappear. Starring Gerard Butler, Peter Mullan, and Connor Swindells. This is an interesting film. It looks at the greed of men and how that greed takes you down a dark hole. The … Continue reading →

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Intruders (2011) Rated R

Posted on January 10, 2019 by

Two children in different countries are visited by a faceless intruder set to possess them. Starring Clive Owen, Carice van Houten, and Daniel Brühl. This is an interesting horror film. I rather liked it even though it doesn’t bring anything new … Continue reading →

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