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Tag: Andy Samberg

Movie Review ~ Self Reliance

Self Reliance Synopsis: When a middle-aged man is invited into a limo by famous actor Andy Samberg, his dull life takes a thrilling turn. Stars: Jake Johnson, Anna Kendrick, Natalie Morales, Biff Whiff, Andy Samberg, GaTa, Emily Hampshire, Mary Holland, Nancy Lenehan, Boban Marjanović, Christopher Lloyd, Wayne Brady Director: Jake Johnson Rated: R Running Length:…
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January 12, 2024
The TIFF Report, Vol 2

His Three Daughters Director: Azazel JacobsCast: Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen, Natasha Lyonne, Jay O. Sanders, Jovan AdepoSynopsis: A tense, captivating, and touching portrait of family dynamics surrounding sisters who converge after their father’s health declines.Thoughts: When I hear the words “film festival,” tight-quartered dramas dealing with fractured family dynamics are often the type of motion…
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November 28, 2023
Movie Review ~ Chip ‘n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers

The Facts: Synopsis: Thirty years after their popular television show ended, chipmunks Chip and Dale live very different lives. When a cast member from the original series mysteriously disappears, the pair must reunite to save their friend.Stars: John Mulaney, Andy Samberg, Will Arnett, Eric Bana, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen, J.K. Simmons, KiKi Layne, Flula Borg,…
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May 19, 2022
Movie Review ~ Hotel Transylvania: Transformania

The Facts: Synopsis: When Van Helsing’s mysterious invention, the “Monsterfication Ray,” goes haywire, Drac and his monster pals are all transformed into humans, and Johnny becomes a monster. Stars: Brian Hull, Jim Gaffigan, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kathryn Hahn, Steve Buscemi, Molly Shannon, David Spade, Keegan-Michael Key, Fran Drescher, Brad Abrell, Asher Blinkoff Director: Derek…
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January 14, 2022
Movie Review ~ Palm Springs

The Facts: Synopsis: When carefree Nyles and reluctant maid of honor Sarah have a chance encounter at a Palm Springs wedding, things get complicated as they are unable to escape the venue, themselves, or each other. Stars: Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti, Dale Dickey, Tyler Hoechlin, J.K. Simmons, Camila Mendes Director: Max Barbakow Rated: R Running…
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July 17, 2020
Movie Review ~ Hotel Transylvania 2

The Facts: Synopsis: Dracula and his friends try to bring out the monster in his half human, half vampire grandson in order to keep Mavis from leaving the hotel. Stars: Adam Sandler, David Spade, Steve Buscemi, Kevin James, Molly Shannon, Jon Lovitz, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Mel Brooks, Fran Drescher, Keegan-Michael Key Director: Genndy Tartakovsky Rated: PG Running Length: 89 minutes TMMM Score: (7/10)…
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September 25, 2015
Movie Review ~ The To Do List

The Facts: Synopsis: Feeling pressured to become more sexually experienced before she goes to college, Brandy Clark makes a list of things to accomplish before hitting campus in the fall. Stars: Aubrey Plaza, Johnny Simmons, Bill Hader, Alia Shawkat, Sarah Steele, Rachel Bilson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Donald Glover, Scott Porter, Andy Samberg, Connie Britton, Clark Gregg…
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May 8, 2013
Note: Spirit Awards

No question that Sunday, February 24 is Hollywood’s big night with The Academy Awards being presented but in the last few years I’ve enjoyed tuning in to the Spirit Awards. A much less showy affair (it’s held in a tent and guests/presenters always poke fun at how freezing it is), it fits well with the indie film…
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February 23, 2013
Movie Review ~ Hotel Transylvania

The Facts: Synopsis: Dracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into overprotective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count’s teen-aged daughter. Voice Stars: Adam Sandler, Selena Gomez, Andy Samberg, Kevin James, Fran Drescher, Cee-Lo Green, David Spade, Steve Buscemi, Molly Shannon, Jon Lovitz Director: Genndy…
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September 24, 2012