Posted by James Brown on Thursday, November 26, 2015,
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0.12% Hard Liquor
Love the Coopers
Directed By: Jessie Nelson
Starring: Alan Arkin, John Goodman, Ed Helms, Diane Keaton, Jake Lacy, Anthony Mackie, Amanda Seyfried, June Squibb, Marisa Tomei, and Olivia Wilde
Several weeks ago, veteran actor Alan Arkin suffered a minor stroke. We at STMR want to wish him a safe and speedy recovery during this holiday season. Looking at this situation, I must say that it's really surprising how life can imitate art at times. As fate would have it, Arkin's character suffers a m...
Posted by James Brown on Sunday, June 14, 2015,
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0.09% Cocktails
I'll See You In My Dreams
Directed By: Brett Haley Starring: Blythe Danner, Martin Starr, Sam Elliott, Malin Akerman, June Squibb, Rhea Perlman, and Mary Kay Place
I'm one who frequently espouses the notion that we go to the movies and get exposed to different worlds, different cultures, and different ways of thinking. While I certainly still cling to this belief, I'd also argue that we go to the movies to escape from the reality of our own lives. We catch a flick after a long day at work. We... Continue reading ...
Posted by James Brown on Sunday, December 1, 2013,
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0.03% Wine Coolers
Nebraska
Directed By: Alexander Payne
Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Stacy Keach, and Bob Odenkirk
Bruce Dern was not a lock for the role of Woody Grant in Nebraska. Director Alexander Payne sought out several other talents prior to casting Dern in the role. He reportedly went after his About Schmidt star Jack Nicholson. Rumor has it that the notoriously picky screen legend turned him down. Payne also sought out actor Gene Hackman. The retired star called it a wrap after Wel... Continue reading ...
