Category: Features
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The King (2019)
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Read more: The King (2019)I brought two prejudices to watching The King, the new film about England’s Henry V. This was Shakespeare’s Henry V, and the Henry V of history. The King is not Shakespeare, and is certainly not history. It is however, a mildly enjoyable film. In the beginning, the film has Prince Hal or Harry, the future…
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NFL Week 12: Impeach THIS Edition
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Read more: NFL Week 12: Impeach THIS EditionThis will end. Maybe next week. Maybe during conference championships. Hell, maybe right now. Perhaps as you read this, our early Sunday slate is going down in flames. I would hate to come off as some sort of pragmatism monitor, but in the course of a run like this I feel just a twinge of…
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A Christmas Carol (1954) TV
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Read more: A Christmas Carol (1954) TVThis was a musical version of the Scrooge classic made for the TV “Shower of Stars” program that ran from 1954-1958. This episode aired on Dec. 23, 1954. For those who are not familiar with the story, here is a synopsis: Ebenezer Scrooge is a money lender and a loner who does not believe in…
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The Knight Before Christmas: Netflix
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Read more: The Knight Before Christmas: NetflixAnd again it begins. At least I held off this year until after November 20th. I’m usually exhausted before Dec. 15 and have completed my annual obsession with my beloved Christmas Movies. Last year Netflix gave us the highly enjoyable The Christmas Chronicles with the great Kurt Russell. This year? We are not so fortunate.…
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The Trail Boss Ayatollah
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Read more: The Trail Boss AyatollahRecently I ran afoul of the faithful when I attempted to herd some precious cattle off the Elysium fields of cinema. The result was hurt feelings. Not mine. I know it just a movie but some people insist on putting way too much of themselves into it. They embrace adjectives like, genius, and innovator, phrases…
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The Peanut Butter Falcon
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Read more: The Peanut Butter FalconFirst, I would like to offer a sincere apology to Matt Cale for suggesting that he watch this movie, much less like it. In fact, if I ever had any reason to Clockwork Orange Matt Cale, this would be the movie. However, movie critics are tripping all over each other to gush over this derivative…
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Ford v Ferrari
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Read more: Ford v FerrariHot wheels. There are many reasons to choose from when deciding whether or not to go see Ford v Ferrari. Casting is the obvious reason. Despite Matt Damon and Christian Bale occasionally putting their feet in their respective mouths and a lot of people treating Damon like Hollywood’s version of Nickelback (whom are hated for…
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NFL Week 11: Tots and Pears Edition
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Read more: NFL Week 11: Tots and Pears EditionAmerica, we’re back! Some aristocratic, some black. The whip ain’t got no crack, but we got a hell of a bang! 2-0-1, up two more units, and our good fortunes continue. I’ve heard tell of some of you receiving change after making purchases. At the liquor store, no less! Well God bless us all I…
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What you need to know before you buy a guitar
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Read more: What you need to know before you buy a guitarMusic is a perfect way to define oneself. Music represents our heritage, culture, and passion. Several people aspire to become musicians or make it in the music industry. Although it is a challenging journey, nothing can stop anyone from trying. Owning a guitar can drastically change your life as an aspiring musician. With the right…
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An Open Letter to Mike Flanagan
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Read more: An Open Letter to Mike FlanaganSpoilers Follow I want you to know how much I enjoyed your miniseries adaption of Shirley Jackson’s iconic novel, The Haunting of Hill House. All story elements were tied-up at the end. The door that could not be opened leading to different rooms for different people was inspired. It had many scary moments. OK, Doctor…