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Godzilla Vs Kong: A Monumental Monster Basher

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3.5 out of 5 stars (above average) Note: If you have epilepsy and/or issues with prolonged loud noises, do not see Godzilla Vs Kong. Godzilla Vs Kong knows exactly what it is, what audiences want from it, and gives them just that.  If you enjoyed the human focus in Godzilla, Kong: Skull Island, and Godzilla:… Continue Reading

The Broken Hearts Gallery: Witty Romcom Bursts With Laughs

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4 out of 5 stars (one of the best of the year) The Broken Hearts Gallery is one of the best films I’ve seen this year.  It’s not headlined by big stars, approaches its story and characters with refreshing believability, and overcomes its few flaws with wit and cleverness.  Most surprisingly, it comes from first… Continue Reading

Bottle Shock: Offbeat Dramedy Bubbles With Charm

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4 out of 5 stars (one of the best I’ve seen this year) This review was requested by Drew Henry.  Thanks for being a good friend and supporter. I am not a wine connoisseur.  I’ve had a few glasses here and there, but outside of a delicious Francis Ford Coppola brand I shared with a… Continue Reading

The Quiet Man: Boring Romance Has Gorgeous Locales

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I enjoyed 3 things whilst watching The Quiet Man: Its energetic score, the gorgeous Irish countryside, and the bean burger I ate in front of it.  We follow John Wayne as he travels to Ireland and attempts to woo a strong-willed woman whose brother isn’t keen on a Yank dropping in.  The Quiet Man is… Continue Reading

Birds of Prey (And the Underused Potential of One DC Movie)

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2.5 out of 5 stars (Decent) Birds of Prey (And The Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is an R-rated cartoon disguised as a superhero movie.  Colorful visuals, acidic humor, and energetic action pervade every frame, confidently carried by a rockin soundtrack and dedicated performances from Margot Robbie and Ewan McGregor.  Sadly, an underdeveloped supporting… Continue Reading

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