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Dolemite Is My Name Movie Review

October 25, 2019 (updated October 4, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

In this incredibly impressive performance of all-around entertainer, Rudy Ray Moore, Academy Award nominee, Eddie Murphy, becomes Moore and his famous film character, Dolemite. ‘Dolemite Is My Name’ is a tribute to Moore who spent every penny he had to follow his dreams and be what his farmer father said he could never be… somebody. The 1970s Blaxploitation phenomenon didn’t know what was about to hit them.
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Black and Blue Movie Review

October 25, 2019 (updated October 23, 2019) Published by JMcNaughton

“Black and Blue” is a movie title that could represent the terrible beating that both the local citizens and the law enforcement system takes. Or it could mean the divide between the low-income (and even lower class) people of color (black) and the local police force (men and women in blue). Read more Black and Blue Movie Review

Jojo Rabbit Movie Review

October 24, 2019 (updated October 24, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

‘Jojo Rabbit’ is charming; it’s witty… it’s savagely extraordinary. It’s by far one of the best films of 2019. How can I quickly summarize it for you? I can’t! You just need to see it!! I’ll explain.
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The Lighthouse Movie Review

October 21, 2019 (updated October 22, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

The opening of ‘The Lighthouse’ reels you into 1890 rather quickly and very skillfully. It was shot in 35mm, to be as beautiful as it could be, but then is taken down to the dimensions of the early sound era of filmmaking, which would be 1.19:1; more of a square. This move is intentional as it’s the size that was commonly used in the period with which the film is set. Doing this takes the audience deeper into director Robert Eggers’ (The Witch) lighthouse in a way that couldn’t have been achieved without that decision.
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Greener Grass Movie Review

October 18, 2019 (updated October 21, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

This film begins with what can only be described as, one poor mother’s monumental mistake. Jill (DeBoer) offers her friend Lisa (Luebbe) her infant daughter when Lisa admires the little girl. Though surprised by the gesture, Lisa accepts and takes young Madison home.

The handing over of the child happens before the credits roll. As they roll, we zoom in on Jill’s face and land on her tense but impeccable smile as it gets more jittery from the strain it’s now under.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Movie Review

October 18, 2019 (updated October 18, 2019) Published by JMcNaughton

“Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” is a sequel to the first Disney switch-up to “Sleeping Beauty” called “Maleficent”. The idea of looking at the fairy tale story from a different perspective was well-received. Which is to say – it made a ton of money. Read more

Zombieland: Double Tap Movie Review

October 18, 2019 (updated October 17, 2019) Published by JMcNaughton

“Zombieland: Double Tap” is the result of a ten-year wait cycle – a sequel based on the 2009 movie “Zombieland”. The original was a clever and irreverent ‘Zom-Com’ about four very different people who band together to fight off zombies. It had elements of tension and horror, but only to further the goofy story line and give the characters good quips (example: “Nut up or Shut up”). This new movie takes the same fun and self-aware group and gives them new people to meet, new zombies to fight, and new adventures to have. Read more Zombieland: Double Tap Movie Review

The Sound of Silence Movie Review

October 11, 2019 (updated October 11, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

At the beginning of the movie, we see early sound tests being done in New York City that tells us how much of our hearing we are deprived of due to ‘noise pollution.’ It was a staggering number back then; can you imagine what the number would be now?!
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Gemini Man Movie Review

October 11, 2019 (updated October 11, 2019) Published by Shari K. Green

‘Gemini Man’ is an incredible action film that has a lot going for it. It’s has all the ingredients needed to be a weekend blockbuster hit as long as you don’t look too closely. By that I mean there are some problems with the technology. Read more Gemini Man Movie Review

Lucy in the Sky Movie Review

October 11, 2019 (updated October 8, 2019) Published by JMcNaughton

“Lucy in the Sky” is a well-meaning, yet ultimately unsuccessful attempt at asking DEEP QUESTIONS about Earthlings ability to handle outer space. The idea is that an astronaut can have a space-bound experience that forever changes them into a person who can never find meaning in the normal humdrum way of life. Read more Lucy in the Sky Movie Review

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