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‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Review

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Most people, after seeing a movie based on a book they‘ve read, usually say “I liked the book better.” I, on the other hand, as a movie guy, usually enjoy the movies more than the books. But not this time. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” is based on the very popular book series by Jeff […]
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‘Alice in Wonderland’ Review

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Johnny Depp and Tim Burton have done several movies together, including “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “Edward Scissorhands”. However, their latest collaboration has me as mad as a hatter, because it’s just not very good. “Alice in Wonderland” is based on the two, classic Lewis Carroll books, but it’s isn’t a remake of the […]
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‘Extraordinary Measures’ Review

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Hollywood heavyweights Brendan Fraser and Harrison Ford are best known for their action roles. But in “Extraordinary Measures” they get to show-off their dramatic acting skills. The film is based on the true story of the Crowley family, which includes two children who suffer from Pompe disease, which causes their muscles to weaken and their […]
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‘Tooth Fairy’ Review

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has starred in a bunch of family films in recent years, most the them not very good. “Tooth Fairy” – isn’t great, but it’s not bad, thanks to some help from his friends. “The Rock” plays Derek Thompson, a professional hockey player. He use to be a star in the NHL, […]
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‘The Spy Next Door’ Review

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It was the first family film of 2010 – Jackie Chan as an International spy/friendly neighbor with all the moves. Unfortunately, Chan’s martial arts talent is one of the only good things about “The Spy Next Door”. Chan plays Bob, who’s retired from the spy business and wants to marry the single mother with three […]
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‘Avatar’ Review

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It’s the highest-grossing movie of all-time, and millions of people will be buying DVD/Blu-ray copies. I won’t be one of them. “Avatar” is out on video. But this first edition comes without the extra features that movie fans have come to expect with DVD releases. The story, as you must know by now, is based […]
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