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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 ~ Avengers: Endgame

Movie Review Avengers: Endgame 9.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers assemble once more in order to undo Thanos’ actions and restore order to the universe. Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans,…
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April 25, 2019
Movie Review ~ Avengers: Infinity War

Movie Review Avengers: Infinity War 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: The Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe. Director: Anthony Russo & Joe Russo Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo,…
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April 25, 2018
Movie Review ~ Captain America: Civil War

Movie Review Captain America: Civil War 8.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Political interference in the Avengers’ activities causes a rift between former allies Captain America and Iron Man. Director: Anthony & Joe Russo Stars: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Emily VanCamp, Don Cheadle, Jeremy Renner, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Frank Grillo, William Hurt, Daniel Brühl, Tom Holland, Marisa Tomei Rated: PG-13…
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May 5, 2016
The Silver Bullet ~ Captain America: Civil War

Synopsis: An incident leads to the Avengers developing a schism over how to deal with situations, which escalates into an open fight between allies Iron Man and Captain America. Release Date: May 6, 2016 Thoughts: It’s the beginning of the end of the latest phase of the Avengers Marvel Universe. After two movies where he…
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November 25, 2015
Hasta La Vista…Summer (May)

We did it! We made it through another summer and while the outdoor heat wasn’t too bad (in Minnesota, at least) the box office was on fire. I’ll admit that I indulged in summer fun a bit more than I should, distracting me from reviewing some key movies over the last three months so I…
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September 1, 2015
Movie Review ~ Avengers: Age of Ultron

Movie Review Avengers: Age of Ultron 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and it is up to the Avengers to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans. Director: Joss Whedon Stars: Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Robert Downey Jr., Linda Cardellini, Mark Ruffalo, Andy Serkis, Thomas Kretschmann, Jeremy Renner, Don…
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April 30, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ The Avengers: Age of Ultron

Synopsis: When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and it is up to The Avengers to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans. Release Date: May 1, 2015 Thoughts: Summer 2014 isn’t quite a distant memory yet (though with the paltry offerings it very well should be)…
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October 23, 2014
Movie Review ~ Godzilla (2014)

Movie Review Godzilla (2014) 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: The world’s most famous monster is pitted against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence. Director: Gareth Edwards Stars: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Juliette Binoche, Sally Hawkins, David Strathairn, Bryan Cranston Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 123 minutes Trailer Review: Here…
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May 15, 2014
The Silver Bullet ~ Godzilla (2014) Trailer #2

Synopsis: A giant radioactive monsters called Godzilla appears to wreak destruction on mankind. Release Date: May 16, 2014 Thoughts: Even after the impressive teaser trailer for Warner Bros. big (like really big) budget reboot of Godzilla I remained a tad skeptical. Sure, the preview was edited in such a fashion that kept the title character a…
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February 26, 2014