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Tag: John Cusack

Movie Review ~ Chi-Raq

The Facts: Synopsis: A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago. Stars: Teyonah Parris, Nick Cannon, Wesley Snipes, Jennifer Hudson, D.B. Sweeney, Harry Lennix, Steve Harris, Angela Bassett, John Cusack, Samuel L. Jackson Director: Spike Lee Rated: R Running Length: 127 minutes TMMM Score: (7/10) Review: I can’t remember the…
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December 31, 2015
Hasta La Vista…Summer (June)

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 2, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ Maps to the Stars

Synopsis: A tour into the heart of a Hollywood family chasing celebrity, one another and the relentless ghosts of their pasts. Release Date: TBA 2014 Thoughts: How it is possible that Julianne Moore hasn’t taken home an Oscar yet? Though rewarded with a handful of nominations over the years, she’s lost out on all of…
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August 20, 2014
The Silver Bullet ~ Grand Piano

Synopsis: Moments before his comeback performance, a concert pianist who suffers from stage fright discovers a deadly note written on his music sheet. Release Date: March 7, 2014 Thoughts: Taking more than a few choice notes from the likes of Hitchcock and De Palma (Passion), I’m hoping that Grand Piano is better than it looks. Don’t…
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December 21, 2013
Movie Review ~ Lee Daniels’ The Butler

The Facts: Synopsis: As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man’s life, family, and American society. Stars: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, Mariah Carey, John Cusack, Jane Fonda, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Terrence Howard, Minka Kelly, Lenny…
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August 19, 2013
The Silver Bullet ~ The Butler

Synopsis: A look at the life of Eugene Allen, who served eight presidents as the White House’s head butler from 1952 to 1986, and had a unique front-row seat as political and racial history was made. Release Date: October 18, 20113 Thoughts: I find myself at a crossroads with Oscar nominated director Lee Daniels. Though I…
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May 8, 2013
Mid-Day Mini ~ The Grifters

The Facts: Synopsis: A small-time conman has torn loyalties between his estranged mother and new girlfriend–both of whom are high-stakes grifters with their own angles to play. Stars: Anjelica Huston, John Cusack, Annette Bening, Pat Hingle Director: Stephen Frears Rated: R Running Length: 110 minutes TMMM Score: (6.5/10) Review: In 1990 Angelica Huston played two…
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March 4, 2013
The Silver Bullet ~ The Paperboy

Synopsis: A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate. Release Date: October 5, 2012 Thoughts: The Paperboy marks director Lee Daniels first film since his Oscar nomination for Precious in 2009 and at first glance the two films couldn’t be more different. Shot with a gauzy tarnish…
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August 14, 2012