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The Secret Life of Pets (2016) Rated PG

Posted on November 6, 2022 by laurarachel4

A terrier’s quiet life is disrupted when his owner brings home a new dog. Starring Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, and Kevin Hart. This film has typical movie themes. We have two main characters at odds from the start. One is … Continue reading →

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Magpie Murders (PBS) Rated NR

Posted on November 3, 2022 by laurarachel4

An editor is drawn into a web of intrigue when she goes looking for a famous author’s last chapter. Based on the book by Anthony Horowitz. Starring Conleth Hill, Lesley Manville, and Tim McMullan. This is another brilliant storytelling by … Continue reading →

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The Search for Santa Paws (2010) Rated G

Posted on November 2, 2022 by laurarachel4

A couple of magical dogs and Santa’s elves team up with two children to rescue Santa who’s lost his memory. Starring Kaitlyn Maher, Madison Pettis, and Richard Riehle. This film looks like it would be a loveable Christmas mystery with … Continue reading →

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The Polar Express (2004) Rated G

Posted on October 27, 2022 by laurarachel4

A boy goes on a journey to the North Pole while learning friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg. Starring Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis, and Eddie Deezen. The one thing going for … Continue reading →

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The Nanny Express (2008) Rated TV-PG

Posted on October 25, 2022 by laurarachel4

When two kids get a new nanny, they try to torment her, but over time she wins some hearts. Starring Vanessa Marcil, Brennan Elliott, and Stacy Keach. This is one of Hallmark’s least-improved films. While the story isn’t bad, it’s … Continue reading →

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The Dolly Sisters (1945) Rated NR

Posted on October 23, 2022 by laurarachel4

Two sisters become entertainers in the early 1900s. Based on a true story. Starring Betty Grable, John Payne, and June Haver. This film is the fictional story of the Dolly sisters, who were identical twins that became famous during WWI … Continue reading →

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Before the Rains (2007) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 21, 2022 by laurarachel4

An English spice baron moves to India at the end of the Raj years. Starring Linus Roache, Rahul Bose, and Nandita Das. This film isn’t just a romance between a British baron and an Indian housekeeper – it covers the … Continue reading →

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The Serpent Queen (Starz) Rated TV-MA

Posted on October 19, 2022 by laurarachel4

A tv series that is based on the book by Leonie Frieda on the life of Catherine de Medici. Starring Samantha Morton, Amrita Acharia, and Enzo Cilenti.  Starz does a wonderful job at bringing these historical figures to life. While … Continue reading →

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Suicide Squad (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on October 18, 2022 by laurarachel4

A government agency recruits the most dangerous incarcerated super-villains for a new task force. Starring Will Smith, Jaime FitzSimons, and Ike Barinholtz. I was disappointed with this film. For one thing, there isn’t much substance, which for superhero films you … Continue reading →

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Solace (2015) Rated R

Posted on October 12, 2022 by laurarachel4

A psychic works for the FBI in order to find a serial killer. Starring Anthony Hopkins, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Abbie Cornish. For the most part, this film has an interesting premise. The storyline is that there’s a serial killer … Continue reading →

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