The Holiday (Movie Reviews, Last Update Nov 2019)
Although they live on opposite sides of the globe, Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Iris (Kate Winslet) have had equally disappointing experiences with men. Accidentally finding each other over the Internet on a home exchange site, the two agree to swap residences for the Christmas Holidays. But the change of address also causes a change of heart when the women meet new love interests (played by Jude Law and Jack Black).
Although they live on opposite sides of the globe, Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Iris (Kate Winslet) have had equally disappointing experiences with men. Accidentally finding each other over the Internet on a home exchange site, the two agree to swap residences for the Christmas Holidays. But the change of address also causes a change of heart when the women meet new love interests (played by Jude Law and Jack Black).
Her Best Move (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Sara (Leah Pipes) is a 15-year-old girl who lives for soccer. In fact, she's so good she may have a chance to join the U.S. National Team, making her the youngest player ever. While her Dad (Scott Patterson) wants nothing more, her Mom (Lisa Darr) feels Sara needs to consider other goals in life, like school work and friends (Lalaine and Drew Tyler Bell). Caught in the middle, the young athlete must decide what is Her Best Move.
Sara (Leah Pipes) is a 15-year-old girl who lives for soccer. In fact, she's so good she may have a chance to join the U.S. National Team, making her the youngest player ever. While her Dad (Scott Patterson) wants nothing more, her Mom (Lisa Darr) feels Sara needs to consider other goals in life, like school work and friends (Lalaine and Drew Tyler Bell). Caught in the middle, the young athlete must decide what is Her Best Move.
The Nativity Story (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
The Nativity Story, which retells the birth of the baby Jesus, will be a welcome cinematic present for those who believe Christ to be the King of Kings. Starring Keisha Castle-Hughes as Mary and Oscar Isaac as Joseph, the production includes everything you would expect in a film bearing this title and, even with some dramatic license, should please most Christian audiences.
The Nativity Story, which retells the birth of the baby Jesus, will be a welcome cinematic present for those who believe Christ to be the King of Kings. Starring Keisha Castle-Hughes as Mary and Oscar Isaac as Joseph, the production includes everything you would expect in a film bearing this title and, even with some dramatic license, should please most Christian audiences.
Bobby (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Bobby is about the eventful day of June 6, 1968, when a young Palestinian man shot U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. While the assassination is fact, everything else in the movie is pure Hollywood fantasy intended to give the viewer a glimpse of the political climate of the time.
Bobby is about the eventful day of June 6, 1968, when a young Palestinian man shot U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. While the assassination is fact, everything else in the movie is pure Hollywood fantasy intended to give the viewer a glimpse of the political climate of the time.
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Actor Jack Black returns to his not so family-friendly roots as a rocker in Tenacious D--a music group best known for its vulgar and profane lyrics. The movie, The Pick of Destiny, contains equally offensive content as it fabricates an account of Black and his buddy Kyle Gass (who play themselves) going to extreme lengths to become the best band on Earth.
Actor Jack Black returns to his not so family-friendly roots as a rocker in Tenacious D--a music group best known for its vulgar and profane lyrics. The movie, The Pick of Destiny, contains equally offensive content as it fabricates an account of Black and his buddy Kyle Gass (who play themselves) going to extreme lengths to become the best band on Earth.
Happy Feet (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
In the waddle of penguins where Mumble (voice by Elijah Wood) is born, being able to sing ensures status in the flock and the best chance for attracting a mate. Unfortunately, this Antarctic dweller can't carry a tune, even though he's an amazing dancer. This coming-of age tale focuses on the positives of non-conformity, environmental issues and MTV style dance numbers-- but not much on the storyline.
In the waddle of penguins where Mumble (voice by Elijah Wood) is born, being able to sing ensures status in the flock and the best chance for attracting a mate. Unfortunately, this Antarctic dweller can't carry a tune, even though he's an amazing dancer. This coming-of age tale focuses on the positives of non-conformity, environmental issues and MTV style dance numbers-- but not much on the storyline.
Deck the Halls (Movie Reviews, Last Update Nov 2020)
The perfect, peaceful holiday season pictured by Steve Finch (Matthew Broderick) is altered forever when Buddy Hall (Danny DeVito) and his family move in across the street and start decking their house with an excessive number of Christmas lights. Viewers may also find their holiday spirit dampened because the movie has been adorned with unnecessary sexual innuendo and dysfunctional-family antics.
The perfect, peaceful holiday season pictured by Steve Finch (Matthew Broderick) is altered forever when Buddy Hall (Danny DeVito) and his family move in across the street and start decking their house with an excessive number of Christmas lights. Viewers may also find their holiday spirit dampened because the movie has been adorned with unnecessary sexual innuendo and dysfunctional-family antics.
Deja Vu (Movie Reviews, Last Update Oct 2020)
Doug Carlin (Denzel Washington), an expert in firearms and explosives, is called in to look for clues after a horrific terrorist act. But his professional ethics and heart are torn when he is aided in the investigation by a secret surveillance system developed by the US government that allows agents to see into the past. Graphic and disturbing images, which mirror recent real-life tragedies, may be an uncomfortable D?j? Vu for audience members too.
Doug Carlin (Denzel Washington), an expert in firearms and explosives, is called in to look for clues after a horrific terrorist act. But his professional ethics and heart are torn when he is aided in the investigation by a secret surveillance system developed by the US government that allows agents to see into the past. Graphic and disturbing images, which mirror recent real-life tragedies, may be an uncomfortable D?j? Vu for audience members too.
The Fountain (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
This movie follows three parallel plots about the search for The Fountain of youth. Yet even with the talents of actors like Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz, this quest for immortality gets bogged down in depictions of violence, content issues and trying to pull the confused storylines together.
This movie follows three parallel plots about the search for The Fountain of youth. Yet even with the talents of actors like Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz, this quest for immortality gets bogged down in depictions of violence, content issues and trying to pull the confused storylines together.
Casino Royale (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
This James Bond outing, starring Daniel Craig in the title role, features less flippant humor, more blood and (gasp!) less sex than past 007 movies. Yet, even with smart writing, astounding performances (Craig being the kingpin) and that classic Bond style, the depictions of perilous situations, sensational violence and high stakes gambling still make Casino Royale a questionable bet for older teens.
This James Bond outing, starring Daniel Craig in the title role, features less flippant humor, more blood and (gasp!) less sex than past 007 movies. Yet, even with smart writing, astounding performances (Craig being the kingpin) and that classic Bond style, the depictions of perilous situations, sensational violence and high stakes gambling still make Casino Royale a questionable bet for older teens.
A Good Year (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Max Skinner (Russell Crow) is having A Good Year in the markets, until he is bequeathed a Chateau in France. Taking time away from the office, the oft-times unscrupulous businessman goes to check out the value of his inheritance. But once surrounded by the castle's charm, the tycoon finds himself toying with the idea of trading in his highlife for a simple, yet poorer, country existence. Unfortunately, viewers will find this sterling premise is tarnished by some content concerns.
Max Skinner (Russell Crow) is having A Good Year in the markets, until he is bequeathed a Chateau in France. Taking time away from the office, the oft-times unscrupulous businessman goes to check out the value of his inheritance. But once surrounded by the castle's charm, the tycoon finds himself toying with the idea of trading in his highlife for a simple, yet poorer, country existence. Unfortunately, viewers will find this sterling premise is tarnished by some content concerns.
Stranger Than Fiction (Movie Reviews, Last Update Oct 2020)
Harold Crick (Will Ferrell) literally lives life by the numbers. But this IRS auditor is about to have his obsessively organized world turned upside down when his life somehow becomes linked to the fictional protagonist in a novelist's (Emma Thompson) new book. A clever script with solid performances makes for entertaining viewing, although there are a few reasons why this movie may not be a novel idea for younger teens and children.
Harold Crick (Will Ferrell) literally lives life by the numbers. But this IRS auditor is about to have his obsessively organized world turned upside down when his life somehow becomes linked to the fictional protagonist in a novelist's (Emma Thompson) new book. A clever script with solid performances makes for entertaining viewing, although there are a few reasons why this movie may not be a novel idea for younger teens and children.