THE RIP, featuring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, is a noble release for rewarding its crew with bonuses based on its Netflix performance. However, the film is overly convoluted and repetitive.…
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A long time ago (14-15 years), in a galaxy far, far away (Hollywood), a now-closed comic-book store (Meltdown Comics) hosted comedians and other shows in their back room. This is where I discovered Kumail Nanjiani’s comedic talents. It was great to see Nanjiani do those shows back then, and it was even better to see him now! NIGHT THOUGHTS is the best stand-up show I’ve seen in a few years, at least. …
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I have never hated the opening scene of a tv show more than I do this show. No one, I mean NO ONE, should ever have to see THAT on their screen. Thankfully, A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS, a prequel/spin-off of HBO’s critically acclaimed hit GAME OF THRONES, gets a bit better after the opening “crap”. …
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The doctors in THE PITT are only on their second hour of a long shift, and so much is already going on. I appreciate that the writers never back away from tough plotlines. Whether discussing possible child abuse and Alzheimer's, or dealing with likeable but suffering addicts and abandoned babies, each separate thread is treated so thoughtfully that they’re all memorable in an hour filled with criss-crossing stories.…
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I laughed a lot. A LOT. And boy did I need that. Never underestimate the power of laughter. …
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THE SHINING is an absolute MUST-SEE.…
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DOCTOR SLEEP is THE SHINING’S absolutely unnecessary sequel that came out in 2017.…
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There are two things that elevate my enjoyment of PEACEMAKER: Great scenes with Eagly and Adrian Chase/Vigilante. If these two ever team up because Chris is doing something else, I will cry tears of joy. Thank you to this show for having some wonderful scenes with my two favorite characters. And who doesn’t love a good pun in the episode title?…
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The story within THE LONG WALK is elevated by several fantastic performances, but most of all, Cooper Hoffman and David Jonsson as Raymond Garraty and Peter McVries, respectively.…
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