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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 »

Nebraska; Rating 4/4

December 21st, 2013 at 10:35 pm » Comments (0)

The quote "Keep it simple, stupid" has never been more fitting than when you relate it to Alexander Payne's movies. His films are realistic and relatable portrayals of family life; ...more »

The Wolf of Wall Street; Rating: 3.5/4

December 20th, 2013 at 2:55 am » Comments (1)

For the last 40 years, Martin Scorsese has been a significant figure in the movie world. Although primarily known for his gangster dramas, such as the classic "Goodfellas" or more ...more »

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug; Rating: 3/4

December 18th, 2013 at 2:24 am » Comments (0)

In my review of the first "Hobbit" movie, subtitled "An Unexpected Journey," I described the film as "flawed," "awkward," and "dull." Almost exactly a year later, we finally have the second ...more »

12 Years A Slave; Rating: 4/4

November 14th, 2013 at 2:37 am » Comments (1)

Although we hate to admit it, slavery played a substantial role in the early years of our country's history. The words "all men are created equal" appear in our own ...more »

Prisoners; Rating: 2.5/4

November 8th, 2013 at 2:01 am » Comments (0)

Providing an accurate rating for "Prisoners" is possibly the most difficult decision that I have made on this blog. The reason is that this an expertly crafted film; complete with ...more »
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