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Andrea’s Angle | “Strays” – Hilarious and Surprising
When I saw the first trailer for Strays, I really wanted to see it. First, nothing about it seemed like the typical dog movie. Second, with Will Ferrell and Jamie Foxx voicing two of the main characters, I knew it would likely be incredibly funny. Both actors are also skilled performers. After watching the film,…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Landscape with Invisible Hand” – Painted with Layers
I wasn’t sure what to expect from Landscape with Invisible Hand. One thing I did know was that the cast intrigued me. Tiffany Hadish is an accomplished actress that I always enjoy watching. Asante Blackk I know from This is Us and loved his performance in the show. William Jackson Harper, I am very familiar…
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Ben’s Breakdown | “Red, White & Royal Blue” is almost a fairy tale come true.
Adapting books to the big screen is not new. Many Hollywood blockbusters came from an original novel. Many times it works. Sometimes it fails pretty badly. And sometimes you get something that is somewhat good but can’t snag that elusive gold ring. As romantic comedies go, this one is pretty basic. The adult child of…
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Andrea’s Angle | “The Last Voyage of the Demeter” – Horrific to the End
From the very moment I read an article about this film, I knew I wanted to see it. It is based on a single chapter in the book Dracula and had not ever been explored on screen before. I was hopeful from the trailers and descriptions that the writing and performances would create something different…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Joy Ride” – Joy, Laughter, and Friendship
When I watched the trailer, I knew this was one film I wanted to see. Female friends on a journey have been seen before, but this film looked like it would be crazy fun. I also had seen Sherry Cola in Good Trouble, and I knew that she was an incredibly funny actress. When I…
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Andrea’s Angle | “The Blackening” – Perfect Comedy Horror
When I first saw the trailer for this film, I knew I wanted to see it. Not only did it look funny, but it also appeared to be using horror tropes in a completely new way. The cast looked terrific as well. During the screening, the entire audience was laughing at the unique way the…
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Andrea’s Angle | “About My Father” – Fantastically Funny
As soon as I saw the trailers, I wanted to see this film. With the hilarious scenes in the trailer and the bonus of Robert De Niro, I was very hopeful that the film would be as funny as the trailer. While the film isn’t groundbreaking, using the ideas of family and being an outsider…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Fast X” – Big Explosions, So-So Story
I’ve enjoyed most of the “Fast and Furious” films. Mostly I go for the action, but I also love the theme of found family and the fact that the women in the films get to be as big and bad as the men. So I was absolutely excited to see Fast X in the theater…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret” – Beautifully Endearing
I grew up with Judy Blume in the seventies. I especially remember reading this book among others, and the scenes from it provided me with a connection at a time I needed it, during puberty. What I was most concerned with in watching this movie was whether it could capture the unique quality of Judy…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Polite Society” – Jane Austen Meets Bollywood Fun
From the second I saw the trailers for this movie, I wanted to see it. It looked like a combination of several types of films I like, incorporating martial arts and Bollywood style. It looked fun. After watching the movie, I can tell you that I found it wonderfully subversive of female roles, martial arts…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant” – Fulfills Promise
When I saw the trailers for this film, it looked promising. I also happen to like Guy Ritchie’s style of filmmaking, but he is known more for fast-paced, fun action films. This promised to be a more serious drama, so I wondered how his style would blend with the premise of the movie. With a…
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Ben’s Breakdown | “Renfield” is Therapeutically Gory and Fun!
We all know of Dracula. He, and vampires in general, stand at the pinnacle of horror mythology. But what do we know of Renfield? He was made Dracula’s “unwilling assistant” over a century ago. It is now the present day, and what has this existence done to him? I couldn’t wait to see Renfield. Given…
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Andrea’s Angle | “On a Wing and a Prayer” – Feel Good Story, Heavy-Handed Message
One of the main reasons I wanted to watch this film is I’ve always been a fan of Dennis Quaid. He generally has a good track record in films, and most of the films he’s been in have been engaging. After watching this film, Dennis Quaid gives his usual strong performance with a story that…
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Andrea’s Angle | “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” — Super Fun for Nintendo Fans
One of the reasons I wanted to see this film was that I grew up with Super Mario Bros. I have played Mario Bros 1, 2, and 3, managing to reach the final level. I’ve played Super Mario World as well. So as a fan of the game, I wanted to see whether the movie…
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Andrea’s Angle | “AIR” — Performances Soar
With AIR, I really had little doubt that this was a stellar cast. With the likes of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck involved, I had high hopes for this film. Despite not being a giant basketball fan, everyone has heard of Michael Jordan and Nike. This film revolves around the deal that created the Air…
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Andrea’s Angle | A Thousand and One” – Explores Found Family
A Thousand and One sounded like an interesting family drama. I was interested to see what they explored in this film about a mother and her son. After viewing the movie, I found an unexpected twist on the concept of found family. It is emotional, with sympathetic characters and powerful emotions. It is authentic and…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Champions” – Heartwarming Win
When I saw the trailer for Champions, I appreciated that the filmmakers were attempting to make a film spotlighting diversity in a population that rarely gets attention. I love stories that explore characters and show how much we have in common with each other. I also have seen Woody Harrelson in other films and have…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre” – Funny and Quirky Characters
I have a soft spot for a Guy Ritchie movie. I usually know what to expect, fun characters, double-crosses, intrigue, crazy action, and snappy dialogue. So I was psyched to see Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre. After watching the film, while it was predictable, it was everything I expected, with a side dose of satire…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Creed III” – Emotional Knockout
True story, I’ve never seen all of Rocky. I’m not usually into movies about boxing. However, I was excited when I saw the trailer for Creed III. Not only does Michael B. Jordan star in the movie, but he also directs. In addition, Jonathan Majors plays the antagonist. With such an impressive set of actors,…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Cocaine Bear” – Uproariously Funny
Even the title of this film grabbed me. It sounded absurd but also like it would be hilarious. And with a cast like Keri Russell, Ray Liotta, Margo Martindale, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson, I was fairly certain it would be fun. Ultimately, it lives up to the absurdity that I expected, it is uproariously funny,…
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Ben’s Breakdown | As The Sun Also Sets, Life Becomes A “Soapdish”
It’s not uncommon to see a movie or some other artistic work and recognize where art is imitating life. What can be a surprise is when the lives of those in the movie are imitating the art they are a part of, and sometimes the result can be outrageously funny. Celeste Talbert is a soap…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Knock at the Cabin” – Terrific Tension, Forced Narrative
I have a weak spot for M. Night Shyamalan films, ever since his first film …… I always look forward to a new film, even when others might not be as enthusiastic. I also was excited about the new film because of the caliber of actors involved. I was hoping for a fun film. After…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Shotgun Wedding” Blows Up Comedy Target
From the first moment I saw the trailer, I was dying to see this movie. While I haven’t watched many of Jennifer Lopez’s films, I was familiar with the rest of the cast, especially comedy heavyweights Jennifer Coolidge and Cheech Marin. The film looked like an amazing combination of action, romance, and comedy. After watching,…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 414
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with each other about their experience attending the Arizona Opera production of Puccini’s “Tosca.” We were able to get a backstage tour as well as see both casts of the production. It was absolutely amazing, from the voices to the orchestra and the staging and scenery used.…
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Andrea’s Angle | “The Son” – Tragic but Flat
In The Son, one of the reasons I was intrigued by the film is that it stars Hugh Jackman, but I was also intrigued by a family struggling with divorce and a son with depression. However, while there were aspects of the film that are thought-provoking and interesting, the focus is not on the son…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 413
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Nick Benson, Effects Designer for many films as well as theme creation for various businesses. Nick tells us how he got into the business and what he is doing now. We also have a short chat about what brought him to Phoenix this weekend. Have a…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Plane” – Action Soars
While I appreciate an action flick as much as the next person, I primarily wanted to see this because of Gerard Butler and Mike Coulter. I know Gerard Butler can be great in the right role, and Mike Coulter is a phenomenal actor who deserves a higher-profile role. While the film struggles in some areas,…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 412
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with each other about a variety of things as we try to recover from this cold we both have. We have several guests waiting to be interviewed and want to do justice to them and not have our voices give out in the process. Among the items,…
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Andrea’s Angle | “M3gan” – Killer Robot Creepy, Nothing New
When I first heard the concept of the film, I was excited by the idea. I tend to be selective of my horror films, but the idea of a life-like robot gone wrong sounded interesting. However, despite the robot having some creepy moments and some great acting, the film itself is just not that scary,…
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Arkle’s 2022 Movie & TV Breakdown by Category
Here is a bit of fun for a new year. Arkle aka Brian Webber has his 2022 Movie and TV Breakdownsby category. He might even make this a regular thing if everyone likes it. Also, if you have any suggestions, those can be added to the mix. Let us know what you think in the…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 410
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with each other about their experience at Winter Horrorfest and the many folks we met. Winter Horrorfest was to benefit Mulligan’s Manor, a charity that takes in at-risk LGBTQ+ kids who are about to age out of the foster system. They wanted to provide these kids with…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” – Purr-fect Fun
I’ve always liked the “Shrek” franchise. I admit I love the spin on the fairytales, and while I haven’t loved every movie, I do have a fondness for Puss in Boots. While it’s been ten years since the previous film came out, I was excited to hear there was another film. I love Antonio Banderas…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 409
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Michael Lamberti, writer, producer, and director of a new animated film titled Kingdom City. Michael tells us a little about himself and how he came up with the idea for an animated film. He also tells us about the unique crowdfunding he is using to fund…
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Ben’s Holiday Breakdown | “A Christmas Story Christmas”
Imagine having had the perfect Christmas when you were a child. Imagine having made the perfect Christmas movie when you were a child. Imagine, as an adult, you want to give your children the perfect Christmas. Imagine, as an adult, you wish to leave for the next generation the perfect Christmas movie. Thus begins the…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 408
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Sean Lionadh, Director of a short film entitled “Too Rough.” This film comes to us from Scotland and has qualified for Oscar consideration on two separate occasions, as well as won numerous film festival awards and a BAFTA. We chat with Sean about how he got…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Spoiler Alert” – Real Love Story
Spoiler Alert was a film I wanted to see immediately, despite knowing that the ending was tragic. However, I hoped that the journey would be far more powerful than the destination. I also love Jim Parsons, who is a brilliant actor. I knew that he would bring his skill and talent to this film just…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 407
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Trisha from Winter Horror Fest and the event they are producing later on this month, A Fright Before Christmas. This event is in support of Mulligan House, a group home for at-risk LGBTQ+ kids about to age out of the Foster system. It is a worthy…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Violent Night” – Santa Slays
I love Christmas movies. I also happen to love Die Hard and firmly state it is a Christmas movie. So when I heard about Violent Night, I truly wanted to see it. Given that it also stars David Harbour, it was a certainty that I wanted to see it. In this movie, I found David…
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Andrea’s Angle | “Nanny” – Beautiful and Strange
I was wildly interested in Nanny. It looked unusual and different. I also have found Anna Diop mesmerizing in other performances. With an intriguing cast and an interesting premise, I hoped the film would be as compelling as the cast. When I watched the screening, I found Anna Diop mysterious and engaging. The film’s story…
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Ben’s Holiday Breakdown | “The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special”
A young Peter Quill and Kraglin are chatting about a holiday called Christmas. Yondu shows up and tells them he’ll have none of this Christmas nonsense. We flash forward to an adult Kraglin sharing this tale with other members of the Guardians, including Mantis and Drax. Mantis feels terrible that Yondu has ruined Christmas for…
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TG Geeks Webcast Episode 406
The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with each other again. This time we start off with more Holiday movie watching; Christmas with the Kranks and A Christmas Story Christmas, both delightful films that are feel-good fun films. We then chatted about our visit to Disneyland and the things we did; this trip was…