Archive for the 'Just Seen It' Category
January 7th, 2013 by David Freedman
Liz, Sean and Salim review this movie based on the hunt for Osama Bin-Laden and directed by Kathryn Bigelow. Starring Sean Wright, Liz Manashil and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Since the tragedy of 911, the US government has been tracking its mastermind, Osama Bin Laden. But after a decade of searching, a CIA operative is convinced that she knows where he hides. So a Navy Seal team is sent to capture the world’s most wanted terrorist.
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January 7th, 2013 by David Freedman
Salim Brenna and Liz review this new gangster dramedy starring Al Pacino, Christopher Walken and Alan Arkin. Starring Salim Lemelle , Brenna Smith, and Liz Manashil. Directed by Sean Wright.
Synopsis: After years in prison, Val is set free. So he reunites with his partners in crimes, Doc and Hirsch. But Doc has secret orders to kill Val and must figure a way out of his dilemma.
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January 7th, 2013 by David Freedman
Brenna, Liz and Salim review this road movie based on the famous novel by Jack Kerouac. Starring Brenna Smith, Liz Manashil and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Cooper Griggs.
Synopsis: Based on the novel by Jack Kerouac, Sal seeks inspiration for his writing. But his life is shaken up with the arrival of the free-spirited Dean and his young wife Mary Lou. Together, they travel cross-country on a personal quest for freedom.
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January 4th, 2013 by David Freedman
Liz, Sean and Salim do a quick review if this new crime drama with an all-star cast based on the novel Starring Liz Manashil, Sean Wright and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Jude Law.
Synopsis: Mobster Mickey Cohen runs the crime syndicate in 1940’s Los Angeles. So two police sergeants decide he must be stopped. Together with an elite squad they assemble, they battle Mickey and his thugs.
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January 4th, 2013 by David Freedman
What’s coming up on our next episode of JUST SEEN IT that will be airing starting Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013.
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January 1st, 2013 by David Freedman
Aaron, Brenna and Leah review this French-language drama nominated for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actress. Starring Aaron Fink, Brenna Smith and Leah Aldridge. Directed by Sean Wright.
Georges and Anne live a quiet life together. When Anne suffers a debilitating stroke, Georges must care for her. But as Anne’s mind and body seriously decline, Goerges finds his beloved slipping away.
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December 30th, 2012 by David Freedman
Guest Reviewer Kevin Taft, David and Leah discuss the three movies from 2012 that did not live up to their expectations.
Starring Kevin Taft, David Freedman and Leah Aldridge. Directed by Liz Manashil.
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Continue reading ‘Les Miserables, Magic Mike and Prometheus -2012 Movies That Let Us Down – Just Seen It’
December 30th, 2012 by David Freedman
Liz, Aaron and Leah offer up three unique documentaries as an alternative to the holiday blockbusters. Starring Liz Manashil, Leah Aldridge and Aaron Fink. Directed by David Freedman.
Synopsis: In this documentary round table, we review West of Memphis, about three men wrongly accused of murder, Chasing Ice which documents the destruction of glaciers from global warming, and The Central Park Five, about a group of teenagers imprisoned for an assault they did not commit.
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December 30th, 2012 by David Freedman
Aaron, David and Brenna review this new comedy about a dysfunctional first family. Starring Aaron Fink, David Freedman and Brenna Smith. Directed by Liz Manashil.
Synopsis: Skip is the president’s eldest son and a troublemaker. After an incident at college, he moves back into the white house. But the president and firstlady find family matters as tough as world affairs.
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December 24th, 2012 by David Freedman
Salim, Aaron and Guest Reviewer Aaron Neuwirth review the new Western from director Quentin Tarantino. Starring Aaron Fink, Salim Lemelle and Aaron Neuwirth. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Bounty Hunter King Shultz frees enslaved Django, to he helps him track the deadly Brittle Brothers. So the two team up capture the South’s most wanted criminals. All the while, they hunt for Django’s enslaved wife.
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Continue reading ‘Django Unchained Movie Review – Just Seen It’
December 24th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Liz and Rachel want to sing their reviews (well, at least Sean does) but fortunately, they just talk about the movie instead. Enjoy! Starring Liz Manashil, Rachel Appelbaum and Sean Wright. Directed by Matt Breault.
Synopsis: After breaking parole, Jean Valjean is tracked by the ruthless policeman Javert. Valjean finds redemption in his love and care of the child Cosette. But Javert continues his unrelenting hunt for Valjean.
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Continue reading ‘Les Miserables Movie Review – Just Seen It’
December 24th, 2012 by David Freedman
Over-protective parents Marty and Alice must leave town for work. So they ask they Alice’s Mom and Dad to watch the kids for a few days. But Diane and Artie find lots has changed since they were calling the shots in Parental Guidance.
Leah, Rachel and Brenna review the new family comedy starring Billy Crystal and Bette Midler. Starring Brenna Smith, Leah Aldridge and Rachel Appelbaum. Directed by Liz Manashil.
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December 17th, 2012 by David Freedman
Guest reviewer Kevin Taft, David and Aaron review the new road trip comedy starring Barbra Streisand and Seth Rogen. Starring Kevin P. Taft, Aaron Fink and David Freedman. Directed by Sean Wright.
Synopsis: Andy starts a sales trip across the US with a visit to his overprotective Mom. Against his better judgment, he invites her along for the drive. But the journey turns out different than either of them expected.
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Continue reading ‘The Guilt Trip Movie Review – Just Seen It’
December 17th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Liz and Brenna review this “sort-of” sequel to Knocked Up from Judd Apatow. Starring Sean Wright, Liz Manashil and Brenna Smith. Directed by Matt Breault.
Synopsis: Pete and Debbie are rapidly approaching middle age. But Pete is desperately trying save his record label. So their family, careers and finances all get tested.
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Continue reading ‘This Is 40 Movie Review – Just Seen It’
December 17th, 2012 by David Freedman
Brenna, Salim and Aaron review the long awaited return to “Middle-Earth” from director Peter Jackson. Starring Brenna Smith, Aaron Fink and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Liz Manashil.
Synopsis: Bilbo leads a peaceful life until Gandalf knocks on his door. He enlists Bilbo to join a band of dwarves and reclaim their long-forgotten city. Together, they venture to Lonely mountain to fight an evil dragon.
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Continue reading ‘The Hobbit Movie Review – Just Seen It’
December 12th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Liz and Salim try to wrap their brains around this unsettling and thrilling drama, based on a true story. Starring Sean Wright, Liz Manashil and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Matt Brealt.
Based on true story, Maria, Henry and their three sons take a much needed Holiday in Thailand. But on the day after Christmas, a devastating Tsunami strikes. Facing devastating challenges, the family must struggle to survive.
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December 12th, 2012 by David Freedman
Aaron, Salim and Guest Reviewer Aaron Neuwirth pick their favorite Quentin Tarantino movies and do a ‘preview review’ of Django Unchained. Starring Aaron Fink, Salim Lemelle and Aaron Neuwirth. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Quentin Tarantino has created some of the most memorable stories and characters of the last 20 years. In honor of his new western, we do a retrospective and a preview review of Django Unchained.
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December 12th, 2012 by David Freedman
Brenna and Aaron are joined by guest reviewer Mark Ellis from Schmoes Know for a review of the new drama, Promised Land. Starring Brenna Smith, Aaron Fink and Mark Ellis. Directed by Sean Wright.
Synopsis: Steve and Sue offer a dying farm town a chance for survival. Their company will pay for the right to drill for natural gas. But they face resistance from the town as an activist arrives to stop them.
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