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Walkaway Joe (***1/2) is worth it to see Strathairn work

Sep 18, 2020

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We don’t see a plethora of shots in their entirety, but the only trick I want to see is how Strathairn can move us with so few words.

The Grudge 2020 (***1/2) – This is a side-quel

Aug 6, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, CPE, Horror, Movie Reviews

A well acted, decently filmed, but unneeded sequel. That’s the best definition of a side-quel I can muster.

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (***1/2) almost taps it

Aug 1, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, Another Look, Comedy, CPE, CPE and Em

In all it does what you want good comedies to do by giving several re-watchable moments and leaves a pleasant smile on your face. Great comedy risks more, but these guys have friendships with most of the people they are skewering. That’s okay, though. It’s only a Friday stuck at home in Covid 19 season.

Netflix’ The Old Guard (***1/2) is just beginning

Jul 17, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, Action, CPE, Movie Reviews, Netflix

“There is one bad guy to put up a fight, and he is saved for the right person. You’ll know it when you see it. And you should see it. If for no other reason than to get ready for part two, which should be pretty good.”

Netflix’ Eurovision Song Contest…(***1/2) is spectacularly regular

Jun 29, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, Comedy, CPE, Movie Reviews, Netflix

Director David DobkinScreenplay Will Ferrell, Andrew Steele based on Eurovision Song Contest by EBUStarring Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, Pierce Brosnan, Dan Stevens, Melissanthi Mahut The first surprise when watching the newest Will Ferrell film is that EuroVision Song Contest is actually a thing. It’s easy to speculate that the phrase, EuroVision Song Contest was googled…

Uncut Gems (***1/2) – Even the losers

May 31, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, CPE, Drama, Movie Reviews, Mystery / Thriller

The Safdie’s are not breaking new ground, but it covers familiar territory like Velma looking for her glasses, in Scooby Doo. We know she’s going to find them, but someone else will get the credit for the win.

Another Look: Can we all admit Saving Private Ryan (***1/2) is good sentimental B.S.?

May 27, 2020

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coolpapae

in 3.5 Stars, Action, Another Look, CPE, Drama, Historical Nugget, Movie Reviews

The soldiers deserve the knowledge that we cannot or will not forget their sacrifice. Then we can work to earn the freedom they gave to us, like Captain Miller wanted Private Ryan to do.