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The TIFF Report, Vol 5

North Star Director: Kristin Scott ThomasCast: Scarlett Johansson, Freida Pinto, Sienna Miller, Emily Beecham, Kristin Scott Thomas, Sindhu Vee, Joshua McGuireSynopsis: Three sisters return to their home for the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. But the mother and daughters are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, with help from a colorful…
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December 1, 2023
Movie Review ~ Next Goal Wins

Movie Review Next Goal Wins 3/10 The Facts Synopsis: The story of the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0. Director: Taika Waititi Stars: Michael Fassbender, Elisabeth Moss, Oscar Kightley, Uli Latukefu, Rachel House, Kaimana, David Fane, Beulah Koale, Chris Alosio, Taika Waititi, Will Arnett, Rhys…
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November 15, 2023
Movie Review ~ Thor: Love and Thunder

Movie Review Thor: Love and Thunder 5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Thor enlists the help of Valkyrie, Korg, and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster to fight Gorr the God Butcher, who intends to make the gods extinct. Director: Taika Waititi Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Taika Waititi, Russell Crowe Rated: PG-13 Running…
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July 5, 2022
Movie Review ~ Lightyear

Movie Review Lightyear 6.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: While spending years attempting to return home, marooned Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear encounters an army of ruthless robots commanded by Zurg, who is trying to steal his fuel source. Director: Angus MacLane Stars: Chris Evans, Uzo Aduba, James Brolin, Mary McDonald-Lewis, Keke Palmer, Efren Ramirez, Peter Sohn, Dale…
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June 24, 2022
Movie Review ~ The Electrical Life of Louis Wain

Movie Review The Electrical Life of Louis Wain 5.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain, whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public’s perception of cats forever. Director: Will Sharpe Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch, Claire Foy, Andrea Riseborough, Toby Jones, Stacy Martin, Sharon Rooney, Hayley Squires,…
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November 5, 2021
Movie Review ~ The Suicide Squad

Movie Review The Suicide Squad 6.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese. Director: James Gunn Stars: Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena, Joel…
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August 7, 2021
Movie Review ~ Jojo Rabbit

Movie Review Jojo Rabbit 8.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: A young boy in Hitler’s army finds out his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home. Director: Taika Waititi Stars: Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johansson, Sam Rockwell, Rebel Wilson, Thomasin McKenzie, Alfie Allen, Taika Waititi, Stephen Merchant Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 108 minutes The Thoughts…
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November 1, 2019
Movie Review ~ Thor: Ragnarok

Movie Review Thor: Ragnarok 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: Imprisoned, the mighty Thor finds himself in a lethal gladiatorial contest against the Hulk, his former ally. Thor must fight for survival and race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home and the Asgardian civilization. Director: Taika Waititi Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston,…
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November 2, 2017