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Movie Title: The Space Between Us Grade: B Rating: PG-13, 120 minutes In a Nutshell: This is kind of a modern version of the old Starman film about STAR-crossed lovers. Writer/Director Peter Chelsom has given us some truly mediocre films. Sadly, … Continued
Today’s report on Movies in the News:Booze is the next step in cinemas’ fight against flagging attendance. For decades, local and state laws prevented movie chains from offering alcoholic beverages in regular auditoriums. Only dine-in theaters could offer booze by … Continued
Movie Title: Resident Evil: The Final Chapter [Blu-ray] Grade: D Rating: R, 106 minutes In a Nutshell: This is the 6th and supposed final installment in the popular dystopian video game and movie franchise, featuring Milla Jovovich. It … Continued
Movie Title: Split Grade: A- Rating: PG-13, 116 minutes In a Nutshell: James McAvoy thrills in this psychological horror story by M. Night Shyamalan, a director who knows how to take his time unfolding a story. This is the second … Continued
Movie Title: Patriot’s Day Grade: B+ Rating: R, 130 minutes In a Nutshell: I love Boston. I’ve been there several times and would eagerly go there again tomorrow. It’s a modern city dripping in history. This powerful film offers … Continued
Movie Title: The Great Wall Grade: C+ Rating: PG-13, 104 minutes In a Nutshell: China! I went on a little speaking tour in China last summer and fell in love with the country, so it was fun to see bits … Continued
Awards season has just begun! If you missed the 74th Golden Globe Awards last night, here is the list of winners (in bold). Now, if they would only give awards for the rest of us hard-working shmucks… Best Motion … Continued
Movie Title: The Girl With All the Gifts Grade: B+ Rating: R, 1 hour 51 minutes In a Nutshell: This dystopian horror drama is based on the best-selling book by M.R. Cary and delivers a satisfying spin. There are some … Continued
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Movie Title: Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk Grade: C Rating: R, 110 minutes In a Nutshell: As an Army mom, I admit I watched this flag-waiving drama through different eyes. Based on the best-selling book, Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk: … Continued