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Tag: Family

  • Movie Review ~ Christmas Eve in Miller’s’ Point

    Movie Review ~ Christmas Eve in Miller’s’ Point

    Movie Review Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point 5/10 The Facts Synopsis: On Christmas Eve, a family gathers for what could be the last holiday in their ancestral home. As the night wears on and generational tensions arise, one of the teenagers sneaks out with her friends to claim the wintry suburb for her own. Director:…

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  • Movie Review ~ Blink (2024)

    Movie Review ~ Blink (2024)

    Movie Review Blink (2024) 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: After three of their children are diagnosed with an incurable eye condition, one family embarks on an epic journey to show them the beauty of the world before it vanishes for good. Director: Edmund Stenson and Daniel Roher Stars: Edith Lemay, Sébastien Pelletier, Mia Pelletier, Léo Pelletier,…

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  • Movie Review ~ Close to You

    Movie Review ~ Close to You

    Movie Review Close to You 3/10 The Facts Synopsis: Sam hasn’t been home since his transition. After four years in Toronto, he takes a long-dreaded trip back to his hometown for his father’s birthday. Once there, he confronts unresolved wounds and reconnects with an old flame. Director: Dominic Savage Stars: Elliot Page, Hillary Baack, Wendy…

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  • Movie Review ~ My Penguin Friend

    Movie Review ~ My Penguin Friend

    Movie Review My Penguin Friend 5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Inspired by a true story; an enchanting adventure about a lost penguin rescued from an oil spill, who transforms the life of a heartbroken fisherman. Director: David Schurmann Stars: Jean Reno, Adriana Barraza, Rocío Hernández, Nicolás Francella, Alexia Moyano, Thalma de Freitas Rated: PG Running Length:…

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  • Movie Review ~ The Beast Within

    Movie Review ~ The Beast Within

    Movie Review The Beast Within 3/10 The Facts Synopsis: After a series of strange events leads her to question her family’s isolated life on a fortified compound deep in the English wilds, 10-year-old Willow follows her parents on one of their secret late-night treks to the heart of the forest. Director: Alexander J. Farrell Stars:…

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  • Movie Review ~ IF

    Movie Review ~ IF

    Movie Review IF 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone’s imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up. Director: John Krasinski Stars: Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, Alan Kim, Liza Colón-Zayas, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., Steve…

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  • Movie Review ~ Nowhere Special

    Movie Review ~ Nowhere Special

    Movie Review Nowhere Special 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: When John is given only a few months to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for his three-year-old son, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation. Director: Uberto Pasolini Stars: James Norton, Daniel Lamont, Eileen O’Higgins, Valerie O’Connor, Valene Kane…

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  • Movie Review ~ Amelia’s Children

    Movie Review ~ Amelia’s Children

    Movie Review Amelia’s Children 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: An American and his girlfriend discover he’s the long-lost heir to a Portuguese fortune … with some very strange family ties. Director: Gabriel Abrantes Stars: Brigette Lundy-Paine, Carloto Cotta, Anabela Moreira, Alba Baptista, Rita Blanco Rated: NR Running Length: 92 minutes The Thoughts When you hear Minnesota,…

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