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Tag: Roadside Attractions

Movie Review ~ Wonderstruck

The Facts: Synopsis: The story of a young boy in the Midwest is told simultaneously with a tale about a young girl in New York from fifty years ago as they both seek the same mysterious connection. Stars: Julianne Moore, Michelle Williams, Oakes Fegley, Millicent Simmonds, Cory Michael Smith, Tom Noonan, James Urbaniak Director: Todd…
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October 19, 2017
Movie Review ~ Hello, My Name is Doris

Movie Review Hello, My Name is Doris 6/10 The Facts Synopsis: A self-help seminar inspires a sixty-something woman to romantically pursue her younger co-worker. Director: Michael Showalter Stars: Sally Field, Max Greenfield, Natasha Lyonne, Kumail Nanjiani, Peter Gallagher, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Tyne Daly, Beth Behrs Rated: R Running Length: 95 minutes The Thoughts Some people watch scary movies peeking out from behind their…
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March 18, 2016
Movie Review ~ Chi-Raq

Movie Review Chi-Raq 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago. Director: Spike Lee Stars: Teyonah Parris, Nick Cannon, Wesley Snipes, Jennifer Hudson, D.B. Sweeney, Harry Lennix, Steve Harris, Angela Bassett, John Cusack, Samuel L. Jackson Rated: R Running Length: 127 minutes The Thoughts I can’t…
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December 31, 2015
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
The Silver Bullet ~ Stonewall

Synopsis: A young man’s political awakening and coming of age during the days and weeks leading up to the Stonewall Riots. Release Date: September 25, 2015 Thoughts: Though we still live in a world plagued by racism, homophobia, sexism, and a lot of other unfortunate “isms”, it’s worth noting that we’ve come a long way…
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August 5, 2015
Movie Review ~ I’ll See You in My Dreams

Movie Review I’ll See You in My Dreams 6.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: A widow and former songstress discovers that life can begin anew at any age. Director: Brett Haley Stars: Blythe Danner, Mary Kay Place, Martin Starr, Sam Elliott, June Squibb, Reid Scott, Malin Akerman, Rhea Perlman Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 92 minutes The Thoughts Screening movies can be an interesting experiment…
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May 22, 2015
The Silver Bullet ~ Mr. Holmes

Synopsis: An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes looks back on his life, and grapples with an unsolved case involving a beautiful woman. Release Date: July 17, 2015 Thoughts: Let’s get excited for this one, shall we? Though Robert Downey Jr. (The Judge) made a lovely Sherlock Holmes in two less than lovely big screen outings and…
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April 9, 2015
Movie Review ~ The Homesman

Movie Review The Homesman 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: Three women who have been driven mad by pioneer life are to be transported across the country by covered wagon by the pious, independent-minded Mary Bee Cuddy, who in turn employs low-life drifter George Briggs to assist her. Director: Tommy Lee Jones Stars: Tommy Lee Jones, Meryl Streep, Miranda…
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December 31, 2014
The Silver Bullet ~ The Homesman

Synopsis: A claim jumper and a pioneer woman team up to escort three insane women from Nebraska to Iowa. Release Date: November 14, 2014 Thoughts: Packed with so many Oscar faves that it could double as sketch on Jimmy Kimmel, The Homesman is the type of award festival bait that could be hard to resist. …
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September 27, 2014