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Tag: Rachel Weisz

Movie Review ~ Black Widow

Movie Review Black Widow 7.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha Romanoff must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. Director: Cate Shortland Stars: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour,…
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July 9, 2021
The Silver Bullet ~ Black Widow (2020)

Synopsis: A prequel featuring Natasha Romanoff set between the events of Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War. Release Date: May 1, 2020 Thoughts: If you have yet to see Avengers: Endgame, I’m going to drop a spoiler so you may want to just watch the new trailer for Black Widow after reading my thoughts in a…
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December 3, 2019
Movie Review ~ The Favourite

Movie Review The Favourite 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead. When a new servant, Abigail, arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Stars: Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, Nicholas…
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December 28, 2018
The Silver Bullet ~ My Cousin Rachel (2017)

Synopsis: A young Englishman plots revenge against his mysterious, beautiful cousin, believing that she murdered his guardian. But his feelings become complicated as he finds himself falling under the beguiling spell of her charms. Release Date: June 9, 2017 Thoughts: You know what this critic loves? Gothic horror and Rachel Weisz. So you’ll understand why…
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March 24, 2017
Movie Review ~ Youth

Movie Review Youth 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: A retired orchestra conductor is on holiday with his daughter and his film director best friend in the Alps when he receives an invitation from Queen Elizabeth II to perform for Prince Philip’s birthday. Director: Paolo Sorrentino Stars: Michael Caine, Harvey Keitel, Rachel Weisz, Paul Dano, Jane Fonda Rated: R Running Length:…
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December 31, 2015
Movie Review ~ Oz The Great and Powerful

Movie Review Oz The Great and Powerful 7.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: A small-time magician arrives in an enchanted land and is forced to decide if he will be a good man or a great one. Director: Sam Raimi Stars: James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, Zach Braff, Joey King, Bruce Campbell Rated: PG…
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March 15, 2013
The Silver Bullet ~ Oz: The Great and Powerful – Trailer #2

Synopsis: How the Wizard arrived in Oz and became the ruler. A prequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Release Date: March 8, 2013 Thoughts: As I mentioned in my review of the teaser trailer for Oz: The Great and Powerful, I’m getting a strong vibe of revisionism along the lines of Tim Burton’s misguided Alice…
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November 14, 2012
Movie Review ~ The Bourne Legacy

Movie Review The Bourne Legacy 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: An expansion of the universe from Robert Ludlum’s novels, centered on a new hero whose stakes have been triggered by the events of the previous three films. Director: Tony Gilroy Stars: Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton, Albert Finney, Joan Allen, Scott Glenn, Stacy Keach, Oscar…
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August 14, 2012