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Movie Review: “The Wild Robot”

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To Survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. This week I review the new family-friendly, animated feature based on Peter Brown’s beloved, #1 New York Times bestseller, “The Wild Robot”.

Watch the video below to hear all my thoughts on the film.

“The Wild Robot” is currently playing in theaters.

Rating: A

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Movie Review: “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter accidentally opens the portal to the afterlife. I review the long-awaited sequel to one of Michael Keaton’s legendary roles, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”.

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is currently playing in theaters.

Rating: B+

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INSIDE OUT 2 Interview w/ Tony Hale

“Inside Out 2” brings Joy and her whole group back to help Riley as she enters her teen years and welcome new emotions, including, anxiety! I spoke with the wonderful 2 x Emmy winner Tony Hale, who voices Fear in the film. Tony discussed the movie and some of his emotions he felt as a teen.

“Inside Out 2” opens in theaters June 14, 2024

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THE WATCHERS Interview w/ Ishana Night Shyamalan

“The Watchers” follows a young artist who gets stranded in an extensive, immaculate forest in western Ireland, where, after finding shelter, she becomes trapped alongside three strangers, stalked by mysterious creatures each night. I spoke with filmmaker, Ishana Night Shyamalan (daughter of horror icon, M. Night Shyamalan) about her directorial debut.

“The Watchers” opens in theaters June 7, 2024.

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Movie Review: “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”

When there’s something strange in the neighborhood, who you gonna call? It’s the newest sequel to an 80’s classic, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”. This week I review the adventure comedy and share my thoughts on how it compares to the most recent sequel.

“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” opens in theaters March 22, 2024.

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Movie Review: “Elvis” & “Mr. Malcolm’s List”

This week I review Baz Luhrmann’s biopic over “The King” of rock & roll, Elvis and a Jane Austen style romantic comedy, Mr. Malcolm’s List.

“Elvis” and “Mr. Malcolm’s List” is currently playing in theaters.

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“Cyrano” Interviews with Haley Bennett, Kelvin Harrison Jr., & Joe Wright

I got a chance to speak with director, Joe Wright (“Pride & Prejudice”, “Atonement”) and actors, Haley Bennett (“The Magnificent Seven”) and Kevlin Harrison Jr. (“Waves”) for their new film, “Cyrano”.

The film opens in select theaters on February 25, 2022.

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“Finding You” Interview w/ Brian Baugh, Rose Reid, & Jedidiah Goodacre

“Finding You” is based on the best selling novel, “There You’ll Find Me” by Jenny B. Jones. The film follows Finley (Rose Reid), an aspiring violinist, who meets Beckett (Jedidiah Goodacre), a famous movie star, on the way to her semester abroad program in Ireland. An unexpected romance grows during this journey of self-discovery. I spoke with writer/director Brian Baugh and the stars of the film, Rose Reid & Jedidiah Goodacre to talk about the film. We discussed people who most impacted their lives, which celebrity they would like to meet for the first time during a flight to Ireland, and more!

“Finding You” opens in theater May 14, 2021.

Interview: Director Edward Drake talks “Cosmic Sin”

I chatted with director Edward Drake to talk about the new sci-fi thriller, “Cosmic Sin”. We discuss the making of the film, the video games that inspired the film’s look, working with Bruce Willis, and much more. Watch the full interview below.

“Cosmic Sin” opens in theaters and is available On Demand March 12, 2021.

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Movie Review: “Bliss”

Amazon Studios new sci-fi thriller, “Bliss” is a mind-bending headscratcher. The film follows Greg (Owen Wilson) who, after losing his job and recent divorce, discovers he’s been living a computer simulated world. Susan Stephens shares her thoughts on the film along with suggestions of two romances to watch during this Valentine’s Day weekend.

“Bliss” is available to stream on Amazon Prime February 5, 2021.

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