Genius is for book lovers

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Movie Title:    Genius Grade:  A- Rating:  PG-13, 104 minutes In a Nutshell:   I’m an official book nerd, so I really liked this movie.    As an author of 21 published books, I was fascinated with the working relationship between the … Continued

Nerve has more suspense than brains

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Movie Title:   Nerve    Grade:  B Rating:  PG-13, 96 minutes In a Nutshell:  “Nerve is a 24 hour game like truth or dare minus the truth.”      This suspenseful movie is made for teens who are obsessed with themselves … Continued

Jason Bourne franchise still alive

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Movie Title:     Jason Bourne    Grade:  B Rating:  PG-13, 123 minutes In a Nutshell:   If you’re a fan of the Bourne movie franchise, then you will want to see this movie, regardless of any critic’s review.     I love … Continued

Pete’s Dragon is simply sweet

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Movie Title: Pete’s Dragon Grade:  B Rating:  PG, 90 minutes In a Nutshell:   Disney is on a live-action roll!  This is a charming family movie for all ages.  In fact, it’s the adults who will probably get the most out of … Continued

He Named Me Malala will break your heart and inspire you

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Movie Title:    He Named Me Malala    Grade:   B- Rating:  PG-13, 87 minutes In a Nutshell:   This true story is one that needs to be told.   Unfortunately, the film is underwhelming considering the importance of the subject material.  It is … Continued

Ice Age: Collision Course crashes

Movie Title:  Ice Age: Collision Course    Grade:   D+ Rating:  PG, 100 minutes In a Nutshell:  Although this film is only the fifth in the series, it somehow feels like so much more.  It also feels like a money grab … Continued

Ghostbusters isn’t as good or bad as you thought it would be

Movie Title:        Ghostbusters    Grade:  B Rating:  PG-13, 105 minutes In a Nutshell:  Some of the funny women of Saturday Night Live, including 4 time guest host of SNL Melissa McCarthy, star in this reboot of the 1984 smash hit.   … Continued

The BFG is full of Spielberg magic

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Movie Title:    The BFG    Grade:  B+ Rating:  PG, 115 minutes In a Nutshell:     In an interview with Regal Theaters, Steven Spielberg said “This is one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.” It was a reunion of sorts … Continued

The Legend of Tarzan blends Human with Nature..and a lot of CGI

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Movie Title:     The Legend of Tarzan    Grade:   B Rating:   PG-13, 109 minutes In a Nutshell:  Director David Yates is most known for his work with the last four Harry Potter films.  This time he brings us a new take … Continued