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Emotionally-Powerful Film!

The Farewell: Poignant Family Comedy/Drama!

Aug 18, 2019Comments off

Written and directed by Lulu Wang (not to be confused with Lulu Lemon), this film has a lot going for it.  The movie is anchored

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Surprising Ending!

The Art of Self-Defense: Packs a Punch!

Aug 13, 2019Comments off

This is an interesting movie, although quite violent, so see it at your own risk.  The main reason to see it is the terrific and

7.5

Fine Re-Boot of the Original!

The Lion King: Still Roars!

Aug 06, 2019Comments off

Unless you’ve been living in another solar system since 1994 (when the original “Lion King” was released), there’s no need to discuss anything about the

7.5

A Great Love Story!

Marianne and Leonard: Words Of Love – ...

Jul 23, 2019Comments off

This film is as much about the 1960’s counter-culture on the beautiful Greek island of Hydra as it is about Leonard Cohen and Marianne Ihlen. 

7.5

An Amazing Woman!

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am – A Multi-...

Jul 22, 2019Comments off

My friends Bernard and Diana recommended this documentary to Robin and me, and we’re very glad we saw it.  The name Toni Morrison was vaguely

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Mediocre Plot Grounds "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man: Far From Home – and Groun...

Jul 19, 2019Comments off

I think I’ve seen one too many Spider-Man movies, because this film was boring to me.  The first half is primarily a pretty good teen-age

7.5

A Terrifying Experience!

Midsommar: Daylight Horror!

Jul 15, 2019Comments off

If you suffer from “Nightmare Deficiency Syndrome” (or ‘NDS’ to us professionals), then ‘run – don’t walk’ to see “Midsommar!”  This is one of the

8.5

Amazing Animation!

Toy Story 4: Another Masterpiece!

Jul 03, 2019Comments off

“Toy Story” was released in 1995, “Toy Story 2” in 1999, and “Toy Story 3” in 2010.  I thought they were all wonderful, and “Toy

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A "Marvel" of a Movie!

Avengers: Endgame – A Very Satisfying...

Jun 27, 2019Comments off

I didn’t see all of the 20+ films in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe), but I saw plenty of them with my sons, so I

7.5

Funny Film With a Feel-Good Message

Always Be My Maybe: Netflix Streaming

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Ali Wong is one of my favorite female comics.  She stars in and has co-written “Always Be My Maybe.”  If you’re in the mood for