Tag Archives: story

The Proud and Profane (1956) Rated NR

Posted on January 31, 2024 by laurarachel4

During WWII, a widow falls for a lieutenant colonel. Starring William Holden, Deborah Kerr, and Thelma Ritter. At first I thought this would be a great love story. While it has it’s moments, there are also moments when the pacing … Continue reading →

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The Prince (2014) Rated R

Posted on January 29, 2024 by laurarachel4

When a retired assassin’s daughter is kidnapped, he is brought back into the job in order to find her. Starring Jason Patric, Jessica Lowndes, and Gia Mantegna. Obviously, this is a film that has been done before. It sells itself … Continue reading →

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The Birthday Cake (2021) Rated R

Posted on January 25, 2024 by laurarachel4

 On the 10th Anniversary of his father’s death, his mother sent him on a mission to deliver a birthday cake to his Uncle, a mob boss. Starring Shiloh Fernandez, Val Kilmer, and Ewan McGregor.  This film has an interesting premise. … Continue reading →

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The Pledge (2011) Rated NR

Posted on January 24, 2024 by laurarachel4

A sixteen-year-old boy who doesn’t care about anything moves from New York to a small town in West Virginia. Starring Barrett Carnahan, Terry Kiser, and Emily Capehart. You can tell this film is low-budget. The acting isn’t the best – … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Summer (2013) Rated NR

Posted on January 22, 2024 by laurarachel4

A teenage boy is uprooted from the city he loves and moves to a beach town where everyone surfs. Can he make the change work for him? Starring Eric Roberts, Sydney Penny, and Adam Horner. This is a surprisingly good … Continue reading →

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Sweet Surrender (2014) Rated TV-14

Posted on January 20, 2024 by laurarachel4

 Tom Campbell comes back home after serving in the Army. His ex-girlfriend is now the mayor, and his grandmother leaves him her B&B. Starring Adam Mayfield, Arielle Kebbel, and Haylie Duff.  This is one of those Hallmark films that gets … Continue reading →

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The Passion (2016) Rated TV-PG

Posted on January 5, 2024 by laurarachel4

A retelling of Jesus Christ as He makes the ultimate sacrifice for all mankind. Starring Tyler Perry, Jencarlos Canela, and Chris Daughtry. While I understand the route these creative artists were taking, it didn’t turn out well. It’s one thing to … Continue reading →

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Tarzan and Jane (Netflix) Rated TV-Y7

Posted on December 14, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Saved by  a plane crash, Tarzan is blessed with special powers and protects his jungle with a city girl, Jane. Starring Giles Panton, Eden Gamliel, and Marci T. House. This is not the Tarzan you grew up with. Somehow, he … Continue reading →

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The New Guy (2002) Rated PG-13

Posted on December 13, 2023 by laurarachel4

A high school nerd who gets expelled becomes the cool guy at his new school. Starring DJ Qualls, Eliza Dushku, and Zooey Deschanel. This story is something we always see in teen-angst films: a makeover for the unpopular teen. Even … Continue reading →

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Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon Legends (Netflix) Rated UR

Posted on December 12, 2023 by laurarachel4

This series has the gang learning about the different dragons, and then they go hunting for the Boneknapper Dragon. Starring America Ferrera, Jay Baruchel, and Christopher Mintz-Plasse.  This show is interesting for kids that love the film series or dragons in particular. … Continue reading →

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