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The Dig

The current film “The Dig” would really play well at the theater on the big screen, but alas with times we have, that will need to be for another time. The film is a British drama (one of my favorites) directed by Simon Stone and is set in 1939 Suffolk, England. The story is how […]

 

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The White Tiger

As I was viewing the current film “The White Tiger”, it was certainly a revelation seeing India’s caste system. The origins of this system began in ancient India, and basically ranges from the top, consisting of priests and academics, to the bottom, consisting of untouchables who do menial tasks such as street sweeping. The film […]

 

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Wendy

If you are a fan of the tale of Peter Pan, you may want to catch the new film “Wendy” for a unique re-imagining of the famous tale of the boy who never grows old. The film was certainly not what I expected, and kept me wondering what in the world would happen next as […]

 

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Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

The current film “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is about a period in the life of  “Mother of the Blues” Ma Rainey, one of the earliest professional blues singers, and one of the first of her generation to record her songs. Rainey began her career as a teenager performing in minstrel shows, and became known as “Ma” after […]

 

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Hillbilly Elegy

Hello friends, this week I am discussing the current film “Hillbilly Elegy” starring Glenn Close. The film is based on the memoir of J.D. Vance, a man from Kentucky whose book explores three generations of an Appalachian family and their search for the American Dream. The film is directed by Ron Howard and stars Owen […]

 

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Wonder Woman 1984

As the saying goes, be careful what you wish for. Wishes play a huge role in the new film “Wonder Woman 1984” which features our favorite Amazon warrior in a new adventure from director Patty Jenkins. The film is a sequel to the 2017 hit, and advances to the year 1984 where the immortal Diana […]

 

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Voices of Fire

If you need something to lift up your spirits, I  recommend the Netflix series “Voice of Fire”. The documentary series follows pop star Pharrell Williams (“Happy”) and his uncle Bishop Ezekiel Williams and their efforts to bring together a diverse group of excellent singers to be part of a world class gospel choir. The Bishop’s […]

 

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The Christmas Chronicles 2

If you are needing some cheer of the holidays, I suggest taking in a viewing of “The Christmas Chronicles 2”, a sequel to the 2018 original. Kurt Russell reprises his role as Santa Claus, and actress Goldie Hawn joins him in the role of Mrs. Claus. This film did have a very limited release in […]

 

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Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square

Dolly Parton has done it to us again. With the many challenges of 2020, she is determined to put us in the Christmas spirit. First with the release of her new Christmas album ” A Holly Dolly Christmas”, and now with the new Christmas movie “Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square.” Congratulations Dolly you did […]

 

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Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

It’s that time of year when holiday movies are popular fare and are part of our seasonal traditions such as cooking the turkey or decorating the Christmas tree. Several new top notch Christmas films have been released this year, including the new musical fantasy “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey”, written and directed by David E. […]

 

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The Sleepover

The current comedy “The Sleepover” is a perfect film for families to enjoy during the holidays with its mixture of heart, humor and action. The film features the story of the Finch family, and how their Mom’s secret former life turns their everyday suburban life upside down. The Finch’s have two kids, Clancy (Sadie Stanley). […]

 

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My Octopus Teacher

I have always been a fan of films about wild animals. Disney was on the forefront of nature films with their annual release of a documentary featuring a particular animal for the celebration of Earth Day. However, with the strangeness of 2020, no such film hit theaters, most of which have been closed for most […]

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