The Boxtrolls movie is artistically outstanding, but stylistically icky
27 Sep 2014

The Boxtrolls movie is artistically outstanding, but stylistically icky

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Movie Title:  The BoxTrolls Grade:  B In a Nutshell:  From the quirky and creepy creators of Coraline and Paranorman, this family flick has a steampunk feel to it and features the voice talents of Ben Kingsley, Toni Collette, Elle Fanning, … Continued

My friend, James Dashner, just had his book The Maze Runner turned into a movie!
22 Sep 2014

My friend, James Dashner, just had his book The Maze Runner turned into a movie!

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Movie Title:  Maze Runner PG-13, 1 hour 54 minutes Grade:  B+ In a Nutshell:   I’m so thrilled for my friend, James Dashner, who is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Maze Runner Series (Maze Runner)that this film … Continued

Dolphin Tale 2 continues the sweet, simple and inspiring story for all ages
15 Sep 2014

Dolphin Tale 2 continues the sweet, simple and inspiring story for all ages

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Movie Title:    Dolphin Tale 2 PG, 1 hour 47 minutes Grade: A- In a Nutshell:   Admit it…the first time you went to Sea World, you wanted to be a marine biologist.  I think every kid has that fantasy at … Continued

3 Days to Kill movie review
25 Feb 2014

3 Days to Kill movie review

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Movie Title:   3 Days to Kill PG-13, 1 hour 40 minutes Grade:   B In a Nutshell:   I’ve seen this movie a million times.  Of course, I haven’t seen this actual movie before, but it sure felt like it.  It’s pretty … Continued

Hunger Games: Catching Fire now out on DVD!
15 Feb 2014

Hunger Games: Catching Fire now out on DVD!

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If you’re a Hunger Games fan, then you’ve probably already seen this, but if you haven’t, it’s now in stores on DVD for rental or purchase! Movie Title:  The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Grade: A In a Nutshell:  This movie … Continued

Video Gamers Will Feel At Home Watching Robocop
13 Feb 2014

Video Gamers Will Feel At Home Watching Robocop

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Movie Title:   Robocop Grade:   B- In a Nutshell:   Wow, a cop movie and not a single donut in the entire movie.  (wink)  I saw this on an IMAX screen which provided rumbling so loud that you could FEEL the airplanes … Continued

Monuments Men movie gets me Googling for more
9 Feb 2014

Monuments Men movie gets me Googling for more

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Movie Title:  The Monuments Men Grade:  B+ PG-13, 1 hour 52 minutes In a Nutshell:  This inspiring movie is based on a true story about us all of us.  I admit that I’m curious to learn more about what really … Continued

The Lego Movie has quick wit, gags and fun for all ages
8 Feb 2014

The Lego Movie has quick wit, gags and fun for all ages

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Movie Title:  The Lego Movie Grade:  A- In a Nutshell:  Quick-witted fun for all ages, as well as obvious Lego lovers.  While raising 4 boys, I’ve sucked up my share of miscellaneous Lego pieces on the carpet with my vacuum … Continued

Last Vegas plays as Grampas Gone Wild
1 Feb 2014

Last Vegas plays as Grampas Gone Wild

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Last Vegas just came out on DVD this week, so I thought it might be helpful to review the flick and let you know what you’re in for with a purchase or rental. Movie Title: Last Vegas Grade: C   … Continued