The Cokeville Miracle is profoundly powerful

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Movie:    The Cokeville Miracle   PG-13, 1 hour 34 minutes   Grade:    B+   In a Nutshell:   Remember Films and T.C. Christenson present an inspiring movie based on a true story about a miracle that happened in an elementary school … Continued

Max honors military dogs and families

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Movie:   Max   PG, 1 hour 51 minutes   Grade:  C+   In a Nutshell:   A Malinois Belgian Shepherd gives a respectable performance as a salute to all of the dogs who have served in the military. Uplifting Theme: ·         … Continued

The Cobbler features a shy Adam Sandler

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Movie:    The Cobbler   PG-13, 1 hour 38 minutes   Grade:    D   In a Nutshell:    The Cobbler is a curious little film that hit the big screen in March 2015 and then landed on DVD 2 months later.  If … Continued

The Longest Ride surprises with depth

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Movie:   The Longest Ride   Pg-13, 2 hours 8 minutes   Grade:   B+   In a Nutshell:   What I thought would just be a sappy, predictable Chick Flick turned out to be a romance with great depth and heart.  We … Continued

Still Alice moves

posted in: Based On A Book, Drama | 1

Movie:   Still Alice   Grade:  A-   In a Nutshell:   Julianne Moore won a Golden Globe for her stellar performance in this important drama.  The script isn’t brilliant, but Julianne’s use of subtle nuance is.  Her grace and skill in … Continued

Inside Out is one of Pixar’s most honest and deep hits

posted in: Animated, Children, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy | 3

Movie:   Inside Out   PG, 1 hour 34 minutes Grade:  A   In a Nutshell:   This is Pixar at its finest.  It’s fresh and original and surprisingly deep.  It’s about emotions, so expect to bring tissues.  With a fantastic cast … Continued

Critics are saying good-bye to Aloha

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Movie:    Aloha   PG-13, 1 hour 45 minutes Grade:  C   In a Nutshell:   The cast is a delight to watch: Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, Rachel McAdams, John Krasinski, Alec Baldwin and Bill Murray.  Unfortunately, this RomCom is just too … Continued

The Age of Adaline moves slower than her years

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Movie:   The Age of Adaline   PG-13, 1 hour 49 minutes Grade:  B   In a Nutshell:   So, staying young and gorgeous forever is a problem?  It’s hard to feel very sorry for the protagonist in this story. I suppose … Continued

5 Flights Up features Morgan Freeman warmth and Diane Keaton charm

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Movie:   5 Flights Up   PG-13, 1 hour 32 minutes Grade:  B   In a Nutshell:   Based on the novel Heroic Measures by Jill Ciment, this wry dramedy showcases the charming duo Morgan Freeman and Diane Keaton. It’s a coming-of-age … Continued