Tag Archives: Comedy

‘The Old Dark House’ (B-Movie Review) – Part Two (1963)

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Debbi

Are you ready for Part Two of this uniquely weird old movie review? Here it is, ready or not. Part Two of The Old Dark House (1963 version)! So along with Daddy Roderick, there’s a doddering old woman who knits … Continue reading →

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Reel Infatuation with De Niro and Grodin in ‘Midnight Run’

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Debbi

Not long ago, someone asked me to recommend a good comedy. This movie was one that came right to mind. When I told this person that Robert De Niro was hilarious in it, the response was one of complete disbelief. … Continue reading →

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Part Two of ‘Santa Claus Conquers the Martians’

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Debbi

Although I’ve taken a break from reviewing, I certainly couldn’t just post Part One of this film and leave it at that! 🙂 Goodness, no. On that happy note, here’s Part Two of Santa Claus Conquers the Martians! And happy … Continue reading →

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Part One of ‘Santa Claus Conquers the Martians’

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Debbi

And now in the spirit of the holidays, it seems inevitable appropriate that we should show you this holiday gem! 🙂 So, no matter what holiday you celebrate during this incredibly festive season, here’s a film you won’t be able … Continue reading →

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Holiday Movie Suggestions (Part Three)

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Debbi

Continuing in the spirit of the season with more movies related (sometimes ever so loosely) to the holidays! Here are two more suggestions! The Thin Man (1934) Ah, The Thin Man! Nothing like a little crime and mystery for Christmas … Continue reading →

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Holiday Movie Suggestions (Part Two)

Posted on November 22, 2018 by Debbi

Let’s continue this cavalcade of holiday movie suggestions with two more great flicks for Turkey Day! 🙂 Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) While not (strictly speaking) a holiday movie, this comedy-drama begins and ends with a Thanksgiving dinner. So … … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Attack the Block’ (2011)

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Debbi

I’m not a big horror fan, but there are notable exceptions. And this film is much more than a gory blood-fest with monsters lurking in the shadows. It is, in fact, the most astounding piece of sci-fi/horror/action-adventure/comedy I’ve ever seen. … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Help!’ (1965)

Posted on September 9, 2017 by Debbi

In lieu of the Saturday Matinee, this review is being submitted as part of the “Movie Scientist Blogathon: The Good, the Mad, the Lonely”, hosted by Christina Wehner and Ruth of Silver Screenings. In the case of this film, it would … Continue reading →

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The Grand Finale of ‘Charade’

Posted on September 2, 2017 by Debbi

And now at long last, we have the final segment of the film with the adorable Audrey Hepburn and the long-in-the-tooth, but thoroughly distinguished Cary Grant! 🙂 It’s the grand finale of Charade! 🙂

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‘Charade’ – Part Nine

Posted on August 26, 2017 by Debbi

Yes, folks, this is the penultimate part of that awesome spy thriller/mystery/romantic comedy, Charade! And I can’t wait to finish this up, because I have what my friend from England would call a corker for you. At least, that’s what … Continue reading →

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