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Tag: New Line Cinema

Hasta La Vista…Summer (July)

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 3, 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 ~ Vacation

Movie Review Vacation 6.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Rusty Griswold takes his own family on a road trip to “Walley World” in order to spice things up with his wife and reconnect with his sons. Director: John Francis Daley, Jonathan M. Goldstein Stars: Ed Helms, Christina Applegate, Leslie Mann, Beverly D’Angelo, Skyler Gisondo, Steele Stebbins, Chris…
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July 29, 2015
Movie Review ~ The Gallows

Movie Review The Gallows 3/10 The Facts Synopsis: 20 years after a horrific accident during a small town school play, students at the school resurrect the failed show in a misguided attempt to honor the anniversary of the tragedy – but soon discover that some things are better left alone. Director: Travis Cluff, Chris Lofling…
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July 9, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ Creed

Synopsis: The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Creed, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed. Release Date: November 25, 2015 Thoughts: I’ve only seen the first Rocky. OK. Now that I have that secret off my chest can we move forward as…
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July 1, 2015
Movie Review ~ San Andreas

Movie Review San Andreas 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: In the aftermath of a massive earthquake in California, a rescue-chopper pilot makes a dangerous journey across the state in order to rescue his estranged daughter. Director: Brad Peyton Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Carla Gugino, Paul Giamatti, Kylie Minogue, Alexandra Daddario, Ioan Gruffudd, Archie Panjabi, Hugo Johnstone-Burt, Art Parkinson Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 114…
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May 28, 2015
Movie Review ~ Hot Pursuit

Movie Review Hot Pursuit 6.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: An uptight and by-the-book cop tries to protect the outgoing widow of a drug boss as they race through Texas pursued by crooked cops and murderous gunmen. Director: Anne Fletcher Stars: Reese Witherspoon, Sofia Vergara, John Carroll Lynch, Richard T. Jones, Rob Kazinsky Rated: PG-13 Running Length:…
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May 7, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ Vacation (2015)

Synopsis: Rusty Griswold takes his own family on a road trip to “Walley World” in order to spice things up with his wife and reconnect with his sons. Release Date: July 29, 2015 Thoughts: As a huge fan of the original National Lampoon’s Vacation, I was dying a little inside when I heard that a…
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May 7, 2015
Movie Review ~ The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

Movie Review The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: Bilbo and Company are forced to engage in a war against an array of combatants and keep the terrifying Smaug from acquiring a kingdom of treasure and obliterating all of Middle-earth. Director: Peter Jackson Stars: Ian McKellen, Cate Blanchett, Martin Freeman, Stephen Fry, Jed…
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December 16, 2014
31 Days to Scare ~ Annabelle

The Facts: Synopsis: A couple begin to experience terrifying supernatural occurrences involving a vintage doll shortly after their home is invaded by satanic cultists. Stars: Annabelle Wallis, Ward Horton, Alfre Woodard, Tony Amendola Director: John Leonetti Rated: R Running Length: 98 minutes Trailer Review: Here TMMM Score: (6/10) Review: There’s just something so unsettling about…
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October 2, 2014