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7.5

A Worthy Sequel!

A Quiet Place Part II: As Paul Simon Would ...

May 31, 2021Comments off

“A Quiet Place” (2018) was a terrific and original horror film.  This sequel was scheduled to be released last year, but COVID struck, so the

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Gadot is Great, But The Film Is Bloated!

Wonder Woman 1984: More Is Less (HBO Max)

Dec 27, 2020Comments off

The original 2017 “Wonder Woman” was a fantastic superhero movie.  This sequel shares many of the same features that made the original great, but its

6.5

Fine Performance By Brosnahan!

I’m Your Woman: A Woman “On-The...

Dec 14, 2020Comments off

I’m a big fan of Rachel Brosnahan – the star of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” a terrific comedy/drama series on Amazon Prime.  In this thriller,

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Charlize Can Kick Ass!

The Old Guard: Fine Action Flick (Netflix)

Aug 05, 2020Comments off

If you’re in the mood for an action movie, this is a pretty good one and it’s free on Netflix.  It’s based on the comic

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Another Winner for Spike Lee!

Da 5 Bloods – Netflix: Another Compel...

Jul 01, 2020Comments off

Spike Lee is one of my favorite directors, despite the fact that he is an avid Knick’s fan.  I think “Do The Right Thing” (1989)

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Great Cinematography!

1917: A One-Day Journey Thru Hell!

Jan 26, 2020Comments off

This WWI movie, co-written and directed by Sam Mendes (Kate Winslet’s ex-husband), won the 2020 Golden Globe Award for “Best Picture.”  I liked the film

7.5

Still Has Some Magic!

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – A Sati...

Jan 04, 2020Comments off

The is the final movie of the re-booted Disney Star Wars trilogy, and, considering all the challenges faced by director J.J. Abrams, it’s well-crafted, entertaining,

7.5

Some Great Scenes, But Way Too Long!

The Irishman: Great Acting But Not A Great ...

Dec 12, 2019Comments off

This latest and possibly last film by the legendary director Martin Scorsese is being hailed as a great film. I think it’s a very good

8.5

Terrific Racing Scenes!

Ford v Ferrari: A Winner!

Dec 06, 2019Comments off

In 1966, Ferrari was totally dominating the auto racing circuit. Ford Motor Company’s CEO Henry Ford II (Tracy Letts) is at the end of his

7.5

Dark and Depressing With Gritty Gotham City Vibe!

Joker: No Laughing Matter!

Nov 02, 2019Comments off

I didn’t think there would be a film as depressing as “Judy” in 2019, but I was wrong!  At least up to now, by far