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The Interview Unites America and Laughs at Kim Jong-un

Paul Woodford — Sat, 27 Dec 2014 16:11:32 +0000

I’d like to point out that this is not so much a review of the new highly publicized movie, The Interview, as it is a commentary on the bizarre circumstances surrounding the movie’s release and those other editors who have already beaten me to a movie review. If you haven’t yet seen The Interview, don’t […]

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The Heat – “Worth the Price of Admission”

Lee Cooley — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 13:06:48 +0000

Exclusive movie review of The Heat by Lee Cooley. Although I was skeptical about Sandra Bullock playing a buttoned-up FBI agent and Melissa McCarthy an unconventional undercover cop — my wife was right, The Heat is “worth the price of admission.” Two week ago, I’d been spared what looked like another formula feature when the […]

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The Lone Ranger “Cowboys of the Caribbean”

Lee Cooley — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 01:07:41 +0000

Exclusive movie review of The Lone Ranger by Lee Cooley. “Cowboys of the Caribbean” If you are old enough to be fan of The Lone Ranger TV show that starred Clayton Moore in the 1950s, then you may not like the new movie starring Johnny Depp as Tonto. This time around, Tonto has the lead […]

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The Best Picture Rundown

Sierra Ochoa — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 17:17:30 +0000

Here are the Best Picture nominees along with a short summary of why or why not said film will win or lose. Probably. After all the only way to find out is to tune in tonight!

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“Playbook” a Major Contender for Best Picture

Sierra Ochoa — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:00:01 +0000

As a romantic drama, Silver Linings Playbook evokes all emotions a great movie should. This combined with stellar acting is what makes it a top player for 2012's Best Picture.

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Fairy Tales Get Revamped and Refreshed

Sierra Ochoa — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:00:20 +0000

Do not expect to see a happy ending in all of these fairy tales. Many directors are taking a more radical look at the stories we know and love. Check out a few movies and television shows that might make the Grimm Brothers proud.

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Tears and Talent are Featured in “Les Mis”

Sierra Ochoa — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 13:00:45 +0000

"Les Miserables," directed by Tom Hooper, is fraught with heavy emotional topics and brilliant performances. Recommended for musical lovers and tear-jerker fans alike.

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Playing For Keeps is a Romantic Comedy Keeper

Paul Woodford — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 13:00:12 +0000

Playing For Keeps, the hot new RomCom this holiday season, gets reviewed. Gerard Butler and the rest of the all-star cast put together a fun movie perfect for a girl's night or a date night.

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Ruby Sparks Movie Review, a Romantic Comedy Must See

Cortney Kaminski — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:20:41 +0000

If you are in the mood to see a romantic comedy full of sweet twists, Ruby Sparks starring Zoe Kazan and Paul Dano is a must see!

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