Day 7: Apocalypse Now (1979)
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Day 7: Apocalypse Now (1979)

Welcome to our final day of our study in the life and work of Marlon Brando. Today we look into the film Apocalypse Now...that word film doesn't truly describe Apocalypse Now though. It is more of an experience.  It has surpassed the realm of mere movie and more a thing of obsession for many people. Trust me...you can go way too far down the rabbit hole with this thing! Not only is there the theatrical version of "Apocalypse Now" but there is also a "Redux" cut which is longer and denser AND there is a full making of documentary. Not to…
Day 10: Home Alone (1990)
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Day 10: Home Alone (1990)

Day 10 in our countdown to Christmas as we now look at the Chris Colobus classic Home Alone.  This movie has been so copied, parodied and referenced that it is hard for me to remember a time when it wasn't around.  Overall, it is a great movie, fun and entertaining but it is not without its flaws.  And I know I am treading on sacred ground for many people by saying that their Home Alone has any flaws. Let's start with a quick synopsis for those of you who have been hiding from pop culture the past 26 years.  Kevin…
THIS WEEK IN TRAILERS – 9 REVIEWS!
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THIS WEEK IN TRAILERS – 9 REVIEWS!

It’s been a busy week for those glorified commercials we watch over and over dissecting ever shot - I’m talking about MOVIE TRAILERS!  What a week!  I am a binge watcher of movie trailers, spending more time making my wish list of movies to see than actually watching them.  In this rare review, I’d like to talk about the hottest trailers that have been blowing up our tiny screens.   My main question when (re) watching these trailers is AM I EXCITED TO SEE THIS MOVIE?   STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS   I won’t go into too much detail…