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“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicolas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“About Time” (2013) – Tom Hollander’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

My Favourite Hugh Grant Movies of All-Time

Few actors have made movies audiences value as much as Hugh Grant. Since the 1990’s, Grant has become an icon. … More

comedy, film, horror, hugh-grant, movies

“The World’s End” (2013) – Rosamund Pike’s Captivating Doomsday Disaster Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

comedy, film, horror, movie-review, movies

“Irrational Man” (2015) – Emma Stone’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have … More

comedy, drama, film, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Leonardo DiCaprio’s Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, steven-spielberg

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“About Time” (2013) – Tom Hollander’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, steven-spielberg

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

brad-pitt, comedy, film, george-clooney, movies

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Annette” (2021) – Marion Cotillard’s Magnificent Musical About Stardom

Writer/Director: Leos Carax Co-writer: Sparks Brothers Starring: Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard and Simon Helberg ‘Magnificent Musical’ Is it just me … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, steven-spielberg

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Tom Hanks’ Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, steven-spielberg

My Favourite LaKeith Stanfield Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have built a legacy as strong as LaKeith Stanfield. Since the 1990’s, Stanfield has become a beloved … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, writing

“Irrational Man” (2015) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Captivating Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“Spy” (2015) – Allison Janney’s Spectacular Comedy About Reckless Spies

Writer/Director: Paul Feig Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham and Jude Law ‘A Spy-tacular Comedy’ You rarely ever come across comedies … More

comedy, film, movie, movies, reviews

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

“The Way Way Back” (2013) – Steve Carell’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writers/Directors: Nat Faxon and Jim Rash Starring: Liam James, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell and Maya Rudolph ‘Captivating Coming-of-Age Drama’ We’re … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Steve Carell’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Dazzling Woody Allen Drama

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

comedy, drama, film, movies, reviews

“Notting Hill” (1999) – Julia Roberts’ Remarkable Romantic Classic

Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, love, movies, romance

“Before Sunrise” (1995) – Ethan Hawke’s Captivating Romantic Classic

Writer/Director: Richard Linklater Starring: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy and John Sloss ‘A Captivating Classic’ Few actors in Hollywood are as … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

comedy, emily-blunt, film, movies, ryan-gosling

“Catch Me if You Can” (2002) – Amy Adams’ Captivating Con-Artist Classic

Director: Steven Spielberg Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Amy Adams ‘A Captivating Con-Artist Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, steven-spielberg

“Spy” (2015) – Allison Janney’s Spectacular Comedy About Reckless Spies

Writer/Director: Paul Feig Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham and Jude Law ‘A Spy-tacular Comedy’ You rarely ever come across comedies … More

comedy, film, movie, movies, reviews

“Irrational Man” (2015) – Joaquin Phoenix’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey ‘An Overlooked Gem’ Few actors in the world have … More

comedy, film, movies, review, reviews

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’s Magnificent Historical Masterpiece

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, history, movies, reviews

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Tom Hooper’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, history, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Steve Carell’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Timothy Spall’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, history, movies, reviews

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, history, movies, reviews

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

“The King’s Speech” (2010) – Colin Firth’s Magnificent Masterpiece About a King

Director: Tom Hooper Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter ‘A Magnificent Historical Masterpiece’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, history, movies, reviews

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Woody Allen’s Wonderful Romantic Drama About Anxious Sisters

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

comedy, drama, entertainment, film, movies

“The Departed” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

cinema, comedy, film, martin-scorsese, movies

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Steve Carell’s Remarkable Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“About Time” (2013) – Rachel McAdams’ Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Casino Heist Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

brad-pitt, comedy, film, george-clooney, movies

“Notting Hill” (1999) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Classic About Bookstore Owners

Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, love, movies, romance

“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Woody Allen’s Remarkable Romantic Drama About Anxious Sisters

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

comedy, drama, entertainment, film, movies

Steve Buscemi’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actors have built a legacy as strong as Steve Buscemi. Since the 1990’s, Buscemi has become a beloved … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The World’s End” (2013) – Martin Freeman’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

comedy, film, horror, movie-review, movies

“This is the End” (2013) – James Franco’s Captivating Doomsday Disaster Comedy

Writer/Directors: Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen Starring: Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, James Franco and Jonah Hill ‘Captivating Comedy’ Hollywood is … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, writing

“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Dazzling Detective Comedy

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, ryan-gosling

“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Chris Columbus’ Captivating Comedy About Cross-Dressing Housekeepers

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

My Favourite Bradley Cooper Movies of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood attract audiences to the theatre like Bradley Cooper. Following his recognition during the 2000’s, Cooper has … More

comedy, film, movies, review, reviews

“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy Classic About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, news

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy About War Veterans

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Chris Columbus’ Captivating Comedy About Cross-Dressing Housekeepers

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Hundred-Foot Journey” (2014) – Helen Mirren’s Captivating Cooking Drama

Director: Lasse Hallstrom Written by Steven Knight (based off novel by Richard C. Morais) Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri and … More

comedy, fantasy, film, horror, musical

“The Departed” (2006) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

cinema, comedy, film, martin-scorsese, movies

“Notting Hill” (1999) – Hugh Grant’s Captivating Romantic Classic About Bookstore Owners

Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, romance

“The Master” (2012) – Amy Adams’ Mesmerizing Masterpiece About Cults

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams ‘A Masterful Achievement’ Not many actors in … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

My Favourite Renee Zellweger Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses have made movies audiences treasure like Renee Zellweger. Since the 1990’s, Zellweger has become a feminist icon. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

comedy, entertainment, film, movies, reviews

“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

comedy, film, movies, reviews, ryan-gosling

“The Notebook” (2004) – James Marsden’s Remarkable Romantic Classic

Director: Nick Cassavetes Starring: Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams and James Garner ‘A Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Few actors in Hollywood have … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Julianne Moore’s Remarkable Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie, movies, reviews

“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Julianne Moore’s Meaningful Masterpiece About the Adult Film Industry

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“The Departed” (2006) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

cinema, comedy, film, martin-scorsese, movies

“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Robin Williams’ Captivating Comedy Classic

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Departed” (2006) – Jack Nicholson’s Captivating Crime Classic

Director: Martin Scorsese Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson ‘A Mesmerizing Masterpiece’ Few filmmakers are as fascinated with criminals … More

cinema, comedy, film, martin-scorsese, movies

My Favourite Renee Zellweger Movies of All-Time

Not many actresses have made movies audiences treasure like Renee Zellweger. Since the 1990’s, Zellweger has become a feminist icon. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Notting Hill” (1999) – Hugh Grant’s Captivating Classic about Bookstore Owners

Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Robin Williams’ Captivating Comedy Classic

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

My Favourite LaKeith Stanfield Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have built a legacy as strong as LaKeith Stanfield. Since the 1990’s, Stanfield has become a beloved … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Get Out” (2017) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Captivating Horror Classic

Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Allison Williams ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“Notting Hill” (1999) – Julia Roberts’ Captivating Classic About Bookstore Owners

Director: Robert Michell Starring: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant and Hugh Bonneville ‘A Captivating Romantic Classic’ Few actresses in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, love, movies, romance

“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Kevin Bacon’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

My Favourite Martin Sheen Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have made movies that demand to be seen like Martin Sheen. Since the 1970’s, Sheen has become … More

comedy, film, film-review, movie-review, movies

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

My Favourite Dustin Hoffman Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have earned appreciation of Dustin Hoffman. Since the 1970’s, Hoffman has become an icon in the film … More

comedy, Dustin Hoffman, film, movie-review, movies

“The Graduate” (1967) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic about Graduate Students

Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

My Favourite LaKeith Stanfield Movies of All-Time

Not many actors have built a legacy as strong as LaKeith Stanfield. Since the 1990’s, Stanfield has become a beloved … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“Get Out” (2017) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Captivating Horror Classic About Racism

Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Allison Williams ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The World’s End” (2013) – Rosamund Pike’s Captivating Doomsday Disaster Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Comedy Classic About College Students

Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

“Planes” (2013) – Val Kilmer’s Worst Movie

Director: Klay Hall Writer: Jeffrey M. Howard Starring: Dane Cook, Stacy Keach and Priyanka Chopra ‘A Plane Crash Disaster’ If … More

animation, comedy, movie-reviews, movies, netflix

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Heist Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

brad-pitt, comedy, film, george-clooney, movies

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

My Favourite Ben Affleck Movies of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood are as beloved as Ben Affleck. Ever since the 1990’s, Affleck has become an icon. Whether … More

ben-affleck, comedy, film, movies, reviews

“Get Out” (2017) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Captivating Horror Classic about Racism

Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Allison Williams ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

“The World’s End” (2013) – Bill Nighy’s Captivating Doomsday Disaster Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“About Time” (2013) – Bill Nighy’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Bill Nighy’s Beautiful Period Piece About Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating College Comedy Classic

Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, reviews

“Bo Burnham: Inside” (2020) – Bo Burnham’s Spectacular Standup Comedy Special

Writer/Director: Bo Burnham Starring: Bo Burnham ‘Spectacular Stand-up Special’ Never has it been more challenging for comedians with hectic routines … More

comedy, entertainment, film, humor, movies

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movies, music, reviews

“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

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“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Get Out” (2017) – LaKeith Stanfield’s Captivating Horror Classic About Racism

Writer/Director: Jordan Peele Starring: Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Allison Williams ‘A Captivating Horror Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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My Favourite Armie Hammer Movies of All-Time

Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Armie Hammer. During the 2000’s, Hammer has become an icon. Whether … More

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“The World’s End” (2013) – Simon Pegg’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

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“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy About Nice Detectives

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Crime Comedy About Nice Detectives

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Remarkable Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“BlackKklansman” (2018) – Adam Driver’s Spectacular Racism Satire

Writer/Director: Spike Lee Co-writers: Charlie Watchel, David Rabinowitz and Kevin Willmott Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver and Topher Grace … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – John Hughes’ Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (2011) – Tom Wilkinson’s Beautiful Period Piece About Indian Hotels

Director: John Madden Writer: Ol Parker Starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith ‘A Charming Comedy’ Sometimes all a … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Les Miserables” (2012) – Anne Hathaway’s Brilliant Broadway Adaptation

Director: Tom Hooper Writer: William Nicholson (based on Victor Hugo’s novel) Starring: Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe  ‘Magnificent … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Teen Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Argo” (2012) – Ben Affleck’s Captivating Thriller About CIA Hostage Teams

Director: Ben Affleck Starring: Ben Affleck, Alan Arkin and John Goodman ‘Captivating CIA Thriller’ “Argo” is directed by Ben Affleck. … More

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“Looper” (2012) – Emily Blunt’s Spectacular Science-fiction Blockbuster

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Remarkable Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Comedy About College Students

Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

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“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The World’s End” (2013) – Rosamund Pike’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

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“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“The Hundred-Foot Journey” (2014) – Helen Mirren’s Captivating Cooking Passion Drama

Director: Lasse Hallstrom Written by Steven Knight (based off novel by Richard C. Morais) Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri and … More

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“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Meaningful Masterpiece About the Adult Industry

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Steve Carell’s Remarkable Romantic Comedy About Broken Marriages

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“About Time” (2013) – Rachel McAdams’ Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

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“American Hustle” (2013) – Christian Bale’s Captivating Portrait of Con-Artists

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Boogie Nights” (1997) – John C. Reilly’s Magnificent Masterpiece About the Adult Film Industry

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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“The World’s End” (2013) – Martin Freeman’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Co-writer: Simon Pegg Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Martin Freeman ‘Captivating Comedy’ Halfway through Edgar Wright’s … More

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My Favourite Films About Introverts of All-Time

Not many characters attract audiences’ attention like introverts. Since the 1970’s, social introverts have often appeared in memorable movies. Whether … More

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“This is the End” (2013) – James Franco’s Captivating Doomsday Comedy

Writer/Directors: Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen Starring: Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, James Franco and Jonah Hill ‘Captivating Comedy’ Hollywood is … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2009) – Robert Downey Jr.’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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My Favourite Brad Pitt Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood have lit a bright spark into movies like Brad Pitt. Following his stardom during the 1990’s, … More

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“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Matthew McConaughey’s Captivating Comedy Classic

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Matt Damon’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Kevin Bacon’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Cate Blanchett’s Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

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“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – George Clooney’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“American Hustle” (2013) – Christian Bale’s Captivating Con-Artist Period Piece

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Co-writer: Eric Warren Singer Starring: Christian Bale, Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper ‘Powerful Period Piece’ In … More

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“Boogie Nights” (1997) – Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Meaningful Masterpiece about the Adult Film Industry

Writer/Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore and Burt Reynolds ‘A Meaningful Masterpiece’ Not many actors in Hollywood … More

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“Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) – Brad Pitt’s Captivating Casino Classic

Director: Steven Soderbergh Starring: Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2009) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy About War

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

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“Elysium” (2013) – Jodie Foster’s Most Underrated Movie

Writer/Director: Neill Blomkamp Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley ‘Original Entertainment’ In a Summer that’s so far occupied … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Julianne Moore’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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The Best Movies Made About Jobs Ranked

Not many settings make movies audiences embrace like the workplace. Since the 1970’s, stories of jobs have made for great … More

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My Favourite Brad Pitt Films of All-Time

Few actors in Hollywood have lit a bright spark into movies like Brad Pitt. Following his stardom during the 1990’s, … More

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“Planes” (2013) – Val Kilmer’s Worst Movie

Director: Klay Hall Writer: Jeffrey M. Howard Starring: Dane Cook, Stacy Keach and Priyanka Chopra ‘A Plane Crash Disaster’ If … More

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“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Robin Williams’ Captivating Comedy Classic

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

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“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) – Robin Williams’ Captivating Comedy Classic

Director: Chris Columbus Starring: Robin Williams, Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan ‘A Captivating Classic’ Housekeepers are powerful figures that play … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“Spotlight” (2015) – Michael Keaton’s Spectacular Scandal Masterpiece

Writer/Director: Tom McCarthy Co-writer: Josh Singer Starring: Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo and Rachel McAdams ‘Filmmaking at its Finest’ It is … More

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“The Graduate” (1967) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have … More

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“Tropic Thunder” (2008) – Tom Cruise’s Captivating Comedy

Writer/Director: Ben Stiller Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood are … More

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“The Graduate” (1967) – Dustin Hoffman’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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My Favourite Sally Hawkins Films of All-Time

Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Sally Hawkins. Since the 1990’s, Hawkins has become a beloved … More

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“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Sally Hawkins’ Wonderful Woody Allen Romance

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Hangover” (2009) – Bradley Cooper’s Captivating Comedy About Hangovers

Director: Todd Phillips Starring: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Heather Graham ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Alcohol addiction is a sensitive subject … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Kevin Bacon’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Crime Comedy About Nice Detectives

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Ryan Gosling’s Captivating Romantic Comedy

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“Planes” (2013) – Val Kilmer’s Worst Movie

Director: Klay Hall Writer: Jeffrey M. Howard Starring: Dane Cook, Stacy Keach and Priyanka Chopra ‘A Plane Crash Disaster’ If … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

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“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Kevin Bacon’s Captivating Romantic Comedy About Broken Marriages

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

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“Night at the Museum” (2006) – Rami Malek’s Captivating Comedy Classic About Magical Museums

Director: Shawn Levy Starring: Rami Malek, Ben Stiller and Carla Gugino ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

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“The Graduate” (1967) – Mike Nichols’ Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Extramarital Affairs

Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have … More

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“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Extramarital Affairs

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

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“Baby Driver” (2017) – Jamie Foxx’s Captivating Crime Thriller

Writer/Director: Edgar Wright Starring: Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey ‘A Thrilling Ride’ In a Summer filled with superhero … More

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“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

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“The Graduate” (1967) – Mike Nichols’ Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Infidelity

Director: Mike Nichols Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross ‘A Captivating Classic’ Not many movie-stars in Hollywood have … More

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“Silver Linings Playbook” (2012) – David O. Russell’s Meaningful Masterpiece about Infidelity

Writer/Director: David O. Russell Based on novel by Matthew Quick Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro ‘Magnificent Masterpiece’ It’s … More

cinema, comedy, film, movies, reviews

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, music

“Night at the Museum” (2006) – Rami Malek’s Captivating Comedy Classic About Magical Museums

Director: Shawn Levy Starring: Rami Malek, Ben Stiller and Carla Gugino ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

cinema, comedy, film, horror, movies

My Favourite Sally Hawkins Films of All-Time

Not many actresses have built a legacy as strong as Sally Hawkins. Since the 1990’s, Hawkins has become a beloved … More

comedy, entertainment, film, movie-reviews, movies

“Blue Jasmine” (2013) – Sally Hawkins’ Wonderful Woody Allen Romantic Drama

Writer/Director: Woody Allen Starring: Cate Blanchett, Alec Baldwin and Sally Hawkins ‘Dazzling Drama’ For a reasonable hour or so, Woody … More

comedy, drama, film, movies, reviews

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, music

“About Time” (2013) – Margot Robbie’s Remarkable Time Travel Romance

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Nice Guys” (2016) – Russell Crowe’s Captivating Crime Comedy

Writer/Director: Shane Black Starring: Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Angourie Rice ‘Captivating Comedy’ Few actors in Hollywood have built a career … More

action, comedy, film, movies, ryan-gosling

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, music

“Crazy Stupid Love” (2011) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Romantic Comedy About Broken Marriages

Directors: Glenn Ficara and John Requa Starring: Julianne Moore, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling ‘A Marvellous Masterpiece’ Not many actors … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“Superbad” (2007) – Emma Stone’s Captivating Comedy About Rebellious College Students

Director: Greg Mottola Starring: Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera ‘A Captivating Comedy’ Not many actors in Hollywood have … More

comedy, entertainment, film, movie-reviews, movies

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

books, comedy, film, movies, music

“About Time” (2013) – Rachel McAdams’ Remarkable Time Travel Romantic Drama

Writer/Director: Richard Curtis Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy ‘Remarkable Romantic Drama’ Romantic comedies are almost always predictable. … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, romance

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

books, comedy, film, movies, music

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Molly Ringwald’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

comedy, film, movie-reviews, movies, music

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Judd Nelson’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

books, comedy, film, movies, music

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Emilio Estevez’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

books, comedy, film, movies, music

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – John Hughes’ Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic about Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

books, comedy, film, movies, music

“Looper” (2012) – Emily Blunt’s Spectacular Science-fiction Classic

Writer/Director: Rian Johnson Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt ‘Original Entertainment’ “Looper” is written and directed by Rian … More

comedy, film, movie-review, movies, reviews

“The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Ally Sheedy’s Captivating Coming-of-Age Classic About Teens

Writer/Director: John Hughes Starring: Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald ‘A Captivating Classic’ Do you remember the time … More

1980s, comedy, film, movies, music

“Warm Bodies” (2013) – Nicholas Hoult’s Captivating Zombie Romantic Comedy

Writer/Director: Jonathan Levine Based on novel by Isaac Marion Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer, and John Malkovich ‘Captivating Zombie Comedy’ … More

comedy, film, horror, movies, reviews

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