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Tag: Brendan Gleeson

H is for Hawk Review: Wings of Mourning

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January 4, 2026
Movie Review ~ The Tragedy of Macbeth

Movie Review The Tragedy of Macbeth 9.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: A Scottish lord becomes convinced by a trio of witches that he will become the next King of Scotland, and his ambitious wife supports him in his plans of seizing power. Director: Joel Coen Stars: Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Alex Hassell, Bertie Carvel, Brendan Gleeson,…
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December 21, 2021
Movie Review ~ Frankie

Movie Review Frankie 4/10 The Facts Synopsis: Three generations grappling with a life-changing experience during one day of a vacation in Sintra, Portugal, a historic town known for its dense gardens and fairy-tale villas and palaces. Director: Ira Sachs Stars: Isabelle Huppert, Marisa Tomei, Brendan Gleeson, Greg Kinnear, Ariyon Bakare, Vinette Robinson, Pascal Greggory, Jérémie…
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November 7, 2019
Movie Review ~ Paddington 2

Movie Review Paddington 2 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen. Director: Paul King Stars: Hugh Bonneville,…
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January 11, 2018
Movie Review ~ Assassin’s Creed

Movie Review Assassin’s Creed 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: When Callum Lynch explores the memories of his ancestor Aguilar and gains the skills of a Master Assassin, he discovers he is a descendant of the secret Assassins society. Director: Justin Kurzel Stars: Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson, Khalid Abdalla, Michael K. Williams, Charlotte…
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December 28, 2016
Movie Review ~ In the Heart of the Sea

Movie Review In the Heart of the Sea 5.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Based on the 1820 event, a whaling ship is preyed upon by a giant whale, stranding its crew at sea for 90 days, thousands of miles from home. Director: Ron Howard Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Benjamin Walker, Tom Holland, Brendan Gleeson, Ben Whishaw, Cillian Murphy, Jordi Molla, Michelle…
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December 31, 2015
Movie Review ~ Song of the Sea

Movie Review Song of the Sea 10/10 The Facts Synopsis: Two children must embark on a fantastic journey across a fading world of ancient legend and magic in an attempt to return to their home by the sea. Director: Tomm Moore Stars: Brendan Gleeson, Fionnula Flanagan, Lisa Hannigan, Pat Shortt, Liam Hourican, David Rawle, Jon…
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January 23, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ In the Heart of the Sea

Synopsis: Based on the 1820 event, a whaling ship is preyed upon by a sperm whale, stranding its crew at sea for 90 days, thousands of miles from home Release Date: March 13, 2015 Thoughts: I can’t help it – just as they say that man has always been drawn to the sea, so have…
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December 29, 2014
The Silver Bullet ~ Calvary

Synopsis: After he is threatened during a confession, a good-natured priest must battle the dark forces closing in around him. Release Date: August 1, 2014 Thoughts: Brendan Gleeson is an actor that hasn’t ever truly gotten his just-due in Hollywood. Yes, he’s known as a dependable character actor with his gruff exterior and ability to play…
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June 7, 2014
Movie Review ~ The Company You Keep

Movie Review The Company You Keep 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: A former Weather Underground activist goes on the run from a journalist who has discovered his identity. Director: Robert Redford Stars: Shia LaBeouf, Robert Redford, Julie Christie, Richard Jenkins, Susan Sarandon, Stephen Root, Sam Elliott, Brendan Gleeson, Terrence Howard, Anna Kendrick, Jackie Evancho, Stanley Tucci,…
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January 2, 2014