Month: February 2012
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The Silver Bullet ~ “The Bourne Legacy” Trailer
Synopsis: The Bourne Legacy expands the Bourne universe created by Robert Ludlum with an original story that introduces us to a new hero whose life-or-death stakes have been triggered by the events of the first three films. Release Date: August 3, 2012 Thoughts: While some were a bit up in arms when it was announced…
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The Silver Bullet ~ “American Reunion” Trailer
Synopsis: Jim, Michelle, Stifler, and their friends reunite in East Great Falls, Michigan for their high school reunion Release Date: April 6, 2012 Thoughts: Who would have thought that 13 years after the original film was a surprise hit that we’d be on our fourth serving of American Pie? Well…actually, if you count all the…
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New To Blu ~ The Reef
The Facts: Synopsis: A great white shark hunts the crew of a capsized sailboat along the Great Barrier Reef.Stars: Damian Walshe-Howling, Gyton Grantley, Zoe Naylor, Adrienne PickeringDirector: Andrew TrauckiRated: RRunning Length: 94 minutesTMMM Score: (8/10)Review: As far as films go, those that know me well are aware there are three types of movies that I’m nearly…
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The Silver Bullet ~ Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Synopsis: President Lincoln’s mother is killed by a supernatural creature, which fuels his passion to crush vampires and their slave-owning helpers. Release Date: June 22, 2012 Thoughts: I’m just about to start reading this book so it was interesting to see the trailer before I began. Based on Seth Grahame-Smith’s popular novel (released after the…
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The MN Movie Man goes Hawaiian
Well hello! This blog will take a 10 day hiatus as I trek to paradise on my Hawaiian vacation. I toyed with the idea of updating while I’m away or working ahead to automatically post some reviews of older films (including the two movies you’ve voted for me to see!) but those were all good…
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Movie Review ~ This Means War
The Facts: Synopsis: Two top CIA operatives wage an epic battle against one another after they discover they are dating the same woman. Stars: Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, Tom Hardy, Chelsea Handler, Angela Bassett Director: McG Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 98 minutes Random Crew Highlight: Stunt Driver: Reese Witherspoon ~ Laura Lee Connery TMMM Score:…
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The Silver Bullet ~ “Pina” Trailer
Synopsis: A tribute to choreographer Pina Bausch. Release Date: Out now in selected cities, coming soon to the Twin Cities (was screened at the Walker recently) Thoughts: Nominated for a 2012 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, Pina is director Wim Wenders tribute to the late choreographer Pina Bausch. I confess to know nothing about Bausch…
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The Silver Bullet ~ “The Amazing Spider-Man” Trailer
Synopsis: Peter Parker finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared when he was young. His path puts him on a collision course with Dr. Curt Connors, his father’s former partner. Release Date: July 3, 2012 Thoughts: Up until recently, I’ve honestly had a problem with this reboot of the Spider-Man…
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Movie Review ~ Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
The Facts: Synopsis: Sean Anderson partners with his mom’s boyfriend on a mission to find his grandfather, who is thought to be missing on a mythical island. Stars: Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne Johnson, Luis Guzman, Vanessa Hudgens, Michael Caine Director: Brad Peyton Rated: PG Running Length: 94 minutes Random Crew Highlight: Makeup Artist ~ Chantal Boom’la…
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Down from the Shelf ~ Muriel’s Wedding
The Facts: Synopsis: No one ever paid much attention to Muriel and her humdrum small-town life, so she and her best friend, Rhonda decide to leave it behind and head for the big city … where they end up having the exciting adventure of their lives! Stars: Toni Collette, Rachel Griffiths, Bill Hunter, Jeanie Drynan,…
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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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