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2020-04-22
22 April
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On April 22, 2020
In Movie Reviews

TV Review: MRS. AMERICA

MRS. AMERICA Creator: Dahvi WallerStarring: Cate Blanchett, Rose Byrne, Uzo Aduba, Tracey Ullman, Elizabeth Banks, Margo Martindale, Sarah Paulson, Melanie Lynskey, Ari Graynor, John Slattery Cate Blanchett has played many real life figures in her career. Now she tackles the outspoken Phyllis Schlafly in Mrs. America. It’s the early 1970s and the Equal Rights Amendment is the hot button issue dividing women across the country. Schlafly is staunchly against the women’s right movement. Fighting with her as other local housewives are Sarah Paulson and Melanie Lynsky. The other side of the fight includes people like Shirley Chisholm who’s running for president. She’s played by Uzo AdubaRead More →

2019-11-14
14 November
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On November 14, 2019
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: CHARLIE’S ANGELS

CHARLIE’S ANGELS Director: Elizabeth BanksStarring: Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, Ella Balinska, Patrick Stewart, Elizabeth Banks, Sam Claflin, Jonathan Tucker, Djimon Hounsou, Nax Faxon Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, Ella Balinska are the latest actresses to join the ranks of Farrah Fawcett, Jacquelin Smith, Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu to call themselves Charlie’s Angels. Naomi Scott (Aladdin) plays Elena who works as an engineer at a leading technology firm. She’s working on the Calisto, a gadget not quite ready to be produced. The greedy CEO (Faxon) ignores her concerns and now other nefarious criminals want their hands on it putting Elena’s life in danger. Hot on her trailRead More →

2017-12-21
21 December
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On December 21, 2017
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: PITCH PERFECT 3

PITCH PERFECT 3 Director: Trish Sie Starring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Brittany Snow, Anna Camp, Hailee Steinfeld, Ester Dean, Hana Mae Lee, Elizabeth Banks, John Michael Kiggins, Matt Lanter, John Lithgow I don’t think anyone seeing Pitch Perfect back in 2012 would expect it to end up as a part of a trilogy. I caught bits of it again last night on NBC, and boy was there a ton of charm and glee there. Three movies in and it’s hard to find that same zest now that we’ve gotten to know the formula. The Barden Bellas have graduated college and are now living separate lives,Read More →

2015-11-19
19 November
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On November 19, 2015
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 2

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 2 Director: Francis Lawrence Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Julianne Moore, Donald Sutherland, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Sam Claflin It’s all come down to this for Katniss Everdeen (Lawrence) who was given the title of the Mockingjay. She is seen as the face of the Panem’s rebellion against President Snow (Sutherland) and the Capitol. When we last saw our heroine, she was being strangled by her friend, Peeta (Hutcherson). He is now currently being held in solitary confinement to regain his memory after being brainwashed by Snow. This along with other personal losses along theRead More →

2015-07-03
03 July
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On July 3, 2015
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: MAGIC MIKE XXL

MAGIC MIKE XXL Director: Gregory Jacobs Starring: Channing Tatum, Matt Bomer, Joe Manganiello, Adam Rodtriguez, Kevin Nash, Jada Pinkett Smith, Amber Heard, Andie McDowell, Elizabeth Banks, Gabriel Iglesias Apparently it’s hard to write a good stripper movie with a strong plot. When Magic Mike hit theaters in 2012, it divided the audience. It received a strong applause from the critics for director Steven Soderbergh’s filmmaking choices and its dark approach to the story. Fans were less than impressed by the story and wanted more dancing. They wanted to see Channing Tatum and crew get down and dirty. When Magic Mike XXL got greenlit, Tatum andRead More →

2015-06-12
12 June
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On June 12, 2015
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: LOVE & MERCY

LOVE & MERCY Director: Bill Pohlad Starring: Paul Dano, John Cusack, Elizabeth Banks, Paul Giamatti, Jake Abel, Kenny Wormald, Bill Camp If you love movies that delve into your favorite singers or musical groups, you’ll want to check out Love & Mercy starring Paul Dano and John Cusack who both play Brian Wilson, the lead singer of The Beach Boys. The movie goes back and forth between two different time periods in his life. Dano plays Wilson in the 1960s as he was coming off a successful tour with the group. After suffering a panic attack, he wanted to take time off to work onRead More →

2015-05-14
14 May
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On May 14, 2015
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: PITCH PERFECT 2

PITCH PERFECT 2 Director: Elizabeth Banks Starring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld, Brittany Snow, Ester Dean, Adam DeVine, Skylar Astin, John Michael Higgins, Elizabeth Banks Back in the summer of 2012, Pitch Perfect came out and became a sleeper hit. It continued to do gang buster sales once the DVD/Blu-Ray was released and Anna Kendrick’s single “Cups” was constantly being played by radio stations. It should come as no surprise that a sequel would follow. The Barden Bellas have the opportunity to have their biggest performance to date when they get to perform for President Obama and the First Lady at The Kennedy Center.Read More →

2014-11-21
21 November
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On November 21, 2014
In Movie Reviews

Movie Review: THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 1

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 1 Director: Francis Lawrence Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Donald Sutherland, Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson, Jeffrey Wright, Sam Claflin, Stanely Tucci, Natalie Dormer Leave it to the studios to split up the finale of another young adult book into two films. We’ve seen this before with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn. The real question is whether there is enough material in Suzanne Collins’ book Mockingjay to warrant the split. Having read the series, I can safely say there isn’t enough to fill four hours worth ofRead More →

2014-11-20
20 November
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On November 20, 2014
In Movie Trailers

Movie Trailer: PITCH PERFECT 2

PITCH PERFECT 2 Director: Elizabeth Banks Starring: Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp, Brittany Snow, Skylar Astin, Hailee Steinfeld, Katey Sagal, Elizabeth Banks, Adam DeVine       How can you watch Pitch Perfect and not want to get up and sing along with the Barden Bellas? The first film became a surprise hit and Anna Kendrick’s version of “Cups” became a Top 40 hit on the radio. Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp, and Brittany Snow are all back as their a capella group head to the world championship competition. Elizabeth Banks is making her directorial debut, and the sequel looks just as much funRead More →

2014-06-19
19 June
By Paul McGuire Grimes
On June 19, 2014
In Twin Cities Live

TWIN CITIES LIVE-June 18, 2014

TWIN CITIES LIVE June 18, 2014         It’s a day of sequels, animated movies, and Jonah Hill.  It’s the first time one actor has been a part of all three movies I’ve talked about.  Here they are: 1. 22 Jump Street, starring Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, and Ice Cube 2. How to Train Your Dragon 2, starring Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, and Craig Ferguson 3. The LEGO Movie, starring Chris Pratt, Will Arnett, Elizabeth Banks, and Will Ferrell Here’s the video: Video courtesy of Twin Cities Live/KSTP You can find all of my past segments HERE. As always, thank you so muchRead More →

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Movie Reviews

Cherry - 2.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
The United States vs. Billie Holiday- 2.5 Ticket Stubs, Hulu
Nomadland - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters, Hulu
The Mauritanian- 4 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar - 4 Ticket Stubs, Video OnDemand
Minari- 4.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
Judas and the Black Messiah - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters, HBO Max
Land- 3.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
Malcolm & Marie - 3.5 Ticket Stubs, Netflix
Bliss- 2 Ticket Stubs, Amazon Prime
Palmer - 3 Ticket Stubs, AppleTV+
The Little Things- 4 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters, HBO Max
Supernova - 3.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
Our Friend- 3.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters, OnDemand
One Night in Miami - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, Amazon Prime
Pieces of a Woman- 4 Ticket Stubs, Netflix
Promising Young Woman - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters, OnDemand
Sylvie's Love - 4 Ticket Stubs, Amazon Prime
Wonder Woman 1984 - 4 Ticket Stubs, In Theaters
Soul - 4 Ticket Stubs, Disney+

Streaming TV Reviews

WandaVision - 4 Ticket Stubs, Disney+
The Mandalorian Season 2 - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, Disney+
The Crown Season 4 - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, Netflix
The Haunting of Bly Manor - 4.5 Ticket Stubs, Netflix
The Last Dance - 5 Ticket Stubs, Netflix
Dead to Me Season 2 (2020) - 4 Ticket Stubs, Netflix

“ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI” Interviews (Amazon Prime)

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Tom Hanks Interview – “News of the World”

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“Beautiful Boy” Q&A with Timothée Chalamet & Nic Sheff

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