Monthly Archives: July 2015

The Locket (1946) – reviewed by George

Posted on July 31, 2015 by cobblerjon

“The Locket” qualifies as film noir, but it quietly transcends that genre by its surprising excellence. It purports to tell the story of a sociopathic young woman, cruelly traumatized as a child. The film has a unique flashback structure, unique … Continue reading →

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Sinbad the Sailor (1947) – reviewed by George

Posted on July 30, 2015 by cobblerjon

This film is glorious – brilliant Technicolor, solid action and suspense, and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. doing a fantastic tribute to his father by acting in the same style, with the same gestures and the same bigger than life presence. And … Continue reading →

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Commentary # 8 – Top Gear as Reality TV

Posted on July 26, 2015 by cobblerjon

Just watched Top Gear “Best of ’14-’15” on BBCAmerica. The big deal through the hour was Jeremy Clarkson and James May racing to save Richard Hammond from a mountain top in the Canadian Rockies, both men driving American pickup trucks. … Continue reading →

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The Alphabet Murders (1965, UK; 1966, USA) – reviewed by George

Posted on July 25, 2015 by cobblerjon

I love Poirot. It started with a family vacation at a lake in Missouri. I was about 13, and there was no TV in our cabin, so we took turns reading a few chapters each night of “Sad Cypress” by … Continue reading →

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Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! (2015) – reviewed by George

Posted on July 23, 2015 by cobblerjon

Surely, all of you who love camp-on-purpose watched this last night. And I’m betting you were not disappointed. With the announcement that there will be a 4th movie in the series, this officially becomes a summer phenomenon (I considered it … Continue reading →

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TVLand’s new Wednesday shows – reviewed by George

Posted on July 17, 2015 by cobblerjon

Two nights ago TVLand premiered two new comedies and started the second half of the 4th season of “The Exes”. The three shows made for a really good hour and a half of fun. First “The Jim Gaffigan Show” premiered. The … Continue reading →

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Trans-TV: by Anita

Posted on July 12, 2015 by nita166

I just have to take a minute to say it out loud.  REALLY?  I have had my beef with Reality TV in the past.  I’ve even learned to like some of it.  But I’m kind of tired of all of … Continue reading →

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Some PBS to take a look at By Anita

Posted on July 12, 2015 by nita166

As you know from other comments I’ve made I find the TV seasons out of whack.  With that being said I’ve had to take a look at some of the new shows out for the summer.  As a favorite of … Continue reading →

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Tomorrowland Reviewed by Anita 3 Stars

Posted on July 12, 2015 by nita166

Clever, inspiring and lots of action is the best way to introduce you to Tomorrowland.  Directed  by Brad Pitt this mystery adventure is a family fun film.  The story tells us about a disillusioned genius, a young scientist in the … Continue reading →

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Magdalene Sisters: Review by Anita 3 stars

Posted on July 12, 2015 by nita166

Dark, harsh, almost medieval this story of three woman is a twisted journey.  Written and directed by Peter Mullian, this independent docudrama is a window into the closed doors  of backward thinking.  Rose, Margret and Burnedett each individually experience a life altering … Continue reading →

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