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Tag: Michael Shannon

Movie Review ~ Freeheld

Movie Review Freeheld 5/10 The Facts Synopsis: New Jersey police lieutenant, Laurel Hester, and her registered domestic partner, Stacie Andree, both battle to secure Hester’s pension benefits when she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. Director: Peter Sollett Stars: Julianne Moore, Ellen Page, Michael Shannon, Steve Carell Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 103 minutes Trailer Review: Here…
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October 21, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ The Night Before

Synopsis: In New York City for their annual tradition of Christmas Eve debauchery, three lifelong best friends set out to find the Holy Grail of Christmas parties since their yearly reunion might be coming to an end. Release Date: November 25, 2015 Thoughts: I think I’m really getting old…because at one time I think this…
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July 31, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ Freeheld

Synopsis: New Jersey police lieutenant, Laurel Hester, and her registered domestic partner, Stacie Andree, both battle to secure Hester’s pension benefits when she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. Release Date: October 2, 2015 Thoughts: Reigning Best Actress Oscar winner Julianne Moore (Still Alice) might want to pick out another redhead friendly clothing ensemble because Freeheld…
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July 23, 2015
Movie Review ~ The Iceman

Movie Review The Iceman 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: The true story of Richard Kuklinski, the notorious contract killer and family man. When finally arrested in 1986, neither his wife nor daughters have any clue about his real profession. Director: Ariel Vromen Stars: Michael Shannon, Winona Ryder, Chris Evans, Ray Liotta, David Schwimmer, Robert Davi, Danny…
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January 4, 2014
Movie Review ~ Man of Steel

Movie Review Man of Steel 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: A young itinerant worker is forced to confront his secret extraterrestrial heritage when Earth is invaded by members of his race. Director: Zack Snyder Stars: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, Russell Crowe, Michael…
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June 18, 2013
MSPIFF Movie Review ~ Mud

MSPIFF 2013 Mud 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: Two teenage boys encounter a fugitive and form a pact to help him evade the bounty hunters on his trail and to reunite him with his true love. Director: Jeff Nichols Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, Sam Shepard, Michael Shannon, Reese Witherspoon, Sarah Paulson, Ray McKinnon,…
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April 24, 2013
The Silver Bullet ~ Man of Steel – Trailer 2

Synopsis: An alien infant is raised on Earth, and grows up with superhuman abilities. He sets out to use these abilities to guard his adopted world. Release Date: June 14, 2013 Thoughts: As a huge fan of the original Superman and a nicely developed origin story, this new trailer for June’s surefire blockbuster delivers the goods with a…
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December 11, 2012
Movie Review ~ Premium Rush

Movie Review Premium Rush 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: In Manhattan, a bike messenger picks up an envelope that attracts the interest of a dirty cop, who pursues the cyclist throughout the city. Director: David Koepp Stars: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Michael Shannon, Dania Ramirez, Jamie Chung Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 91 minutes Trailer Review: Here The Thoughts…
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August 27, 2012