Category: Reviews
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An Under-appreciated Gem of a Movie
The 1986 movie The Big Easy is an under-appreciated gem. The acting is top notch with Dennis Quaid, Ellen Barkin, Ned Beatty, and John Goodman along with a slew of lesser known actors and actresses who play their parts perfectly. Both Barkin and Quaid consider this one of their favorite films. Quaid is a young,…
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The Flowers Phenomenon
Miley Cyrus’ new record Flowers is a huge international hit, spending 10 consecutive weeks (as of May 24) at number one on the charts. It’s a catchy tune with clever lyrics, but I contend that its enormous success is tied to our peculiar circumstances.
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Short Reviews of Obscure Movies
Short Reviews of Obscure Movies Many movies are not blockbusters and shouldn’t be. But there are good movies out there that you might never find in the overblown publicity of the latest 300 million dollar extravaganza. In this age of movie streaming, you can find some good movies that never made headlines or megabucks. Below…
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Mexican Home
Mexican Home There are no hidden meanings to worry about in John Prine’s Mexican Home. It’s just such a fine poetic, evocative portrait of a place and a feeling well and fully observed. If you’ve ever lived in the desert in summer in an isolated area, you will be brought inescapably back to it. It…
Musings of a Restless Mind 