Month: April 2013
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Mid-Day Mini ~ Backdraft
The Facts: Synopsis: Two Chicago firefighter brothers who don’t get along have to work together while a dangerous arsonist is on the loose. Stars: Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, Robert De Niro, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Scott Glenn, Rebecca De Mornay, Donald Sutherland Director: Ron Howard Rated: R Running Length: 137 minutes TMMM Score: (6/10) Review: Backdraft was…
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The Silver Bullet ~ Red 2
Synopsis: Frank Moses and his motley crew of retired assassins return for a second outing. Release Date: July 19, 2013 Thoughts: In 2010, RED was an unexpected fall hit, propelling a sequel forward with much of the original cast in tow. The nicely constructed first film was an oddball mix of action, comedy, and violence that…
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The Silver Bullet ~ The East
Synopsis: An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations. Release Date: May 31, 2103 Thoughts: Here’s an interesting one for you. Writer/star Brit Marling has been slowly building a comfy career in indie…
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Movie Review ~ Disconnect
The Facts: Synopsis: A drama centered on a group of people searching for human connections in today’s wired world. Stars: Jason Bateman, Hope Davis, Frank Grillo, Michael Nyqvist, Paula Patton, Andrea Riseborough, Alexander Skarsgard, Max Thieriot, Colin Ford, Jonah Bobo, Haley Ramm Director: Henry Alex Rubin Rated: R Running Length: 115 minutes Trailer Review: Here…
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Movie Review ~ The Lords of Salem
The Facts: Synopsis: Heidi, a radio DJ, is sent a box containing a record — a “gift from the Lords.” The sounds within the grooves trigger flashbacks of her town’s violent past. Is Heidi going mad, or are the Lords back to take revenge on Salem, Massachusetts? Stars: Sheri Moon Zombie, Bruce Davidson, Jeffrey Daniel…
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The Silver Bullet ~ Grown Ups 2
Synopsis: After moving his family back to his hometown to be with his friends and their kids, Lenny finds out that between old bullies, new bullies, schizo bus drivers, drunk cops on skis, and 400 costumed party crashers sometimes crazy follows you. Release Date: July 12, 2013 Thoughts: Grudgingly, I’ll admit that when I caught the…
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The Silver Bullet ~ No One Lives
Synopsis: A gang of ruthless highway killers kidnap a wealthy couple traveling cross country only to shockingly discover that things are not what they seem Release Date: May 10, 2013 Thoughts: There seems to be a severe uptick in these uber violent horror flicks as of late and before other films like The Purge and You’re…
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MIFF Movie Review ~ The Hypnotist (Hypnotisören)
The Facts: Synopsis: A detective pairs himself with a famous psychologist on a case involving a traumatized young witness to a crime. Stars: Tobias Zilliacus, Mikael Persbrandt, Lena Olin, Helena af Sandeberg, Anna Azcarate, Jonatan Bökman Director: Lasse Hallström Rated: R Running Length: 122 minutes TMMM Score: (3/10) Review: The novel of The Hypnotist has…
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MIFF Movie Review ~ The Reluctant Fundamentalist
The Facts: Synopsis: A young Pakistani man is chasing corporate success on Wall Street. He finds himself embroiled in a conflict between his American Dream, a hostage crisis, and the enduring call of his family’s homeland. Stars: Riz Ahmed, Kate Hudson, Kiefer Sutherland, Liev Schreiber, Om Puri, Martin Donovan, Shabana Azmi Director: Mira Nair Rated:…
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Hi Bruce, I think it definitely ranks in strong PG level, especially near the finale where it gets pretty intense.…
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