Monuments Men movie gets me Googling for more

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

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

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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

Kevin Sorbo and Disney do Hercules better

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Movie Title:  The Legend of Hercules Grade: C In a Nutshell:  I used to get a kick out of the old Kevin Sorbo TV show Hercules: The Legendary Journey.  Well, this is nothing like that.  You know that awesome Disney … Continued

Frankenstein disappoints, but still has cool effects

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Movie Title: I, Frankenstein Grade:  B- In a Nutshell:  I know a guy who was Aaron Eckhart’s college roommate.  He said that Aaron often talked about becoming a movie star some day.  He did it!  I’m sincerely happy for him. … Continued

Martin Luther King would have loved the movie “The Butler”

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In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I wanted to share a review of Lee Daniels’ The Butler, released just last week on DVD.   I simply don’t understand how a mediocre movie like “American Hustle” can get nominated for … Continued

Does the new version of the 47 Ronin add or detract from the legend?

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Movie Title:  47 Ronin Grade: B In a Nutshell:  It’s as if this long movie couldn’t decide which one it wanted to be: epic war history or CGI action fantasy.  I love Keanu Reeves and wanted this movie to be … Continued

Tom Clancy fans come out of the shadows to cheer on the new Jack Ryan

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Movie Title:  Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit PG-13, 1 hour 45 minutes Grade: A- In a Nutshell:  Tom Clancy fans will love this prequel to the popular Jack Ryan save-the-USA stories.  Chris Pine, with his beautiful blue eyes, joins the club … Continued

Better as a drive-thru than a Ride Along

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Movie Title:  Ride Along PG-13, 1 hour 40 minutes Grade: C In a Nutshell:  Ride Along should really just be a drive-thru, maybe later, after it’s out on DVD or in the dollar bin at Wal-Mart.  One F-bomb short of … Continued

Skip the Nut Job

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  Movie Title:  The Nut Job       Grade: C-     In a Nutshell:  Skip it.  When stunning animation movies like Frozen are out in the theaters, why would you waste your time or money on this one?  It’s … Continued