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Monthly Archives: January 2014

Top Ten of 2013

January 30th, 2014 at 4:40 am » Comments (0)

Yes, I know that it is almost the end of January. But I didn't feel that I should post a top ten list until I had seen all of the ...more »

Inside Llewyn Davis; Rating: 4/4

January 17th, 2014 at 3:54 am » Comments (0)

The Coen Brothers have proven, time and time again, that they are able to create films from nearly every genre, including thrillers, westerns, and comedies (see "No Country For Old ...more »

American Hustle; Rating: 3/4

January 15th, 2014 at 3:42 am » Comments (0)

"American Hustle" is a film that aches to be enjoyed. It has all the markings of a great movie - from the directing, to acting, to music, to cinematography; yet, ...more »

Her; Rating: 4/4

January 10th, 2014 at 2:38 am » Comments (1)

Spike Jonze, the director of "Her," is no stranger to the bizarre. His past films "Being John Malkovich" and "Adaptation" combine elements of fantasy, surrealism, and science fiction. His latest ...more »

Saving Mr. Banks; Rating: 3/4

January 3rd, 2014 at 3:14 am » Comments (0)

The "story behind the story" is a common theme to movies, seen in such films as "Ed Wood, " "Hugo," and the movie "Hitchcock." They are a glimpse behind the ...more »