Archive for the 'Just Seen It' Category
September 16th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Greg and Leah tell us if this remake of the 1976 original is worthy of its name. Starring Sean Wright, Greg Karber and Leah Aldridge(@leeleereads). Directed by Liz Manashil.
Synopsis: Musical prodigy Sparkle and her two sisters struggle for success. But everything changes when she meets a dynamic record producer. The three singers strive to keep sudden fame from tearing them and their family apart.
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September 4th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Salim and Teresa review this new romantic action comedy and decide whether this late summer feature is a worth the price of a movie ticket and some good air conditioning! Starring Sean Wright, Salim Lemelle and Teresa Lo (@TeresaLo_Tweets). Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Former getaway driver Charles and his girl friend Annie are in the witness protection program. But they both come out of hiding to get Annie to a job interview in LA. The two are discovered by the Feds AND the Crooks and must run for their lives.
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Continue reading ‘Hit and Run Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 26th, 2012 by David Freedman
Rachel has the pleasure of chatting with Natasha Calis, Jeffery Dean Morgan and Kyra Sedgwick, the stars of the new horror film. Starring Natasha Calis, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Kyra Sedgwick and Rachel Appelbaum
Synopsis: A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale. But the box is inhabited by a malicious ancient spirit that takes her over. So her father must team up with his ex-wife in order to end her curse.
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Continue reading ‘The Possession Industry Interviews – Just Seen It’
August 18th, 2012 by David Freedman
Is it as fun and entertaining as the first Expendables? Sean, Salim and Rachel weigh in on the action-star laden thriller! Starring Sean Wright, Salilm Lemelle, Rachel Appelbaum. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Mr. Church reunites the Expendables for what should be an easy paycheck. But the team is betrayed and one of their own is killed. Seeking revenge, they must fight their way out of hostile territory.
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August 17th, 2012 by David Freedman
Salim, Greg and Sean review this new comedy based on the popular British sitcom. Starring Salim Lemelle, Greg Karber, Sean Wright. Directed by Liz Manashil.
Synopsis: Based on the British sitcom, four teenage misfits flee their crazy lives in London for a vacation in Greece. There, they meet four British girls also on vacation and looking for fun. The boys try their best to win over the girls.
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Continue reading ‘The Inbetweeners Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 16th, 2012 by David Freedman
Teresa, Aaron and Greg vote on whether this movie is worthy of a SEE IT! Watch our review and cast your ballot! Starring Teresa Lo (@TeresaLo_Tweets), Aaron Fink, Greg Karber. Directed by Sean Wright.
Synopsis: Incumbent Congressman Cam Brady makes a misstep that threatens his reelection. So two corrupt CEOs, wishing to control their district, select the bumbling Martin to run against Cam. But the politics turn dirty for both men.
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Continue reading ‘The Campaign Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 16th, 2012 by David Freedman
An unusual premise makes for an interesting and spirited review with Teresa, Rachel and Sean. Starring Teresa Lo (@TeresaLo_Tweets), Rachel Appelbaum and Sean Wright. Directed by Liz Manashil (@LizManashil).
Synopsis: Jim and Cindy are unable to have a baby of their own. So they bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for a dream child. But when Timothy emerges from the garden, they discover that they got more than they asked for.
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August 16th, 2012 by David Freedman
No movie this year has perplexed Sean, Liz and Salim the way this movie has done. Watch how they each interpret David Cronenberg’s newest morality play. Starring Salim Lemelle, Liz Manashil (@LizManashil) and Sean Wright. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Eric, a billionaire trader, hops in a limousine to go get a haircut. But a visit from the president causes a traffic nightmare, trapping Eric. Eric, believing his life is in danger, tries to escape the turmoil.
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Continue reading ‘Cosmopolis Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 13th, 2012 by David Freedman
Greg, Liz and Salim have a ghoulishly good time reviewing this new stop-motion animated horror movie for kids of all ages. Starring Greg Karber(@GregKarber), Liz Manashil (@LizManashil) and Salim Lemelle. Directed by Sean Wright.
Synopsis: Norman is able to speak with the dead. But when his town comes under siege by Zombies, the once quiet Norman snaps into action. Along with some unlikely allies, Norman does battle against a ghoulish army.
Continue reading ‘Paranorman Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 13th, 2012 by David Freedman
Sean, Greg and Leah take a look at the remake of this 1990 thriller originally starring Arnold. But that movie took place on Mars and this one doesn’t! Check out what they have to say. Starring Greg Karber(@GregKarber), Leah Aldridge (@leeleereads), and Sean Wright. Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Douglas is a factory worker in a post nuclear holocaust world. But when he goes to get memory implanted as part of a virtual vacation, something goes very wrong. Branded as a spy, Douglas runs for his life.
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August 13th, 2012 by David Freedman
Leah, Sean and David discuss the romantic dramedy starring Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carell. Find out if the script is worthy of the performances. Starring Leah Aldridge (@leeleereads), Sean Wright and David Freedman (@ShowRunnerDave). Directed by , Liz Manashil (@LizManashil). Synopsis: After 31 years together, Kay finds herself in a loveless marriage. So she forces Arnold to go see a famous therapist in hopes of saving their relationship. Together, they re-discover why they first fell in love.
Continue reading ‘Hope Springs Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 13th, 2012 by David Freedman
Liz, Sean and David discuss the new and controversial documentary, Ballplayer: Pelotero with the co-director, Jon Paley. Jon discusses how this documentary evolved and why the commissioner for Major League Baseball took issue with it. Starring Jon Paley, Liz Manashil (@LizManashil), Sean Wright and David Freedman (@ShowRunnerDave.
Synopsis: This documentary follows two young baseball recruits from the Dominican Republic looking for their big break and a shot at the major leagues in the United States.
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August 4th, 2012 by David Freedman
Spoiler Alert! Salim and Sean Love it. Teresa doesn’t. Watch and see why. Starring Salim Lemelle, Teresa Lo (@TeresaLo_Tweets), and Sean Wright.Directed by Amy Taylor.
Synopsis: Like Jason Bourne, Aaron Cross is a trained government assassin for the Program. But the government decides to kill the program and everyone involved in it. After Aaron narrowly escapes, he starts his search for answers and while trying to stay alive.
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Continue reading ‘The Bourne Legacy Movie Review – Just Seen It’
August 4th, 2012 by David Freedman
Rachel, Leah and David have VERY different opinions about this new Spike Lee ‘Joint’. Is it worth a trip to theater? See what our three reviewers have to say about this controversial movie. Starring Rachel Appelbaum, Leah Aldridge(@leeleereads)and David Freedman. Directed by Amy Taylor (@WalknCandyApple). Edited by Zack Delman. Produced by David Freedman, Aaron Fink(@AaronEvanFink), Pedro Raposo and Cooper Griggs.
Red Hook Summer stars Jules Brown, Thomas Jefferson Byrd and Toni Lysaith. This drama was written, directed and produced by Spike Lee.
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August 4th, 2012 by David Freedman
Teresa, Sean and Liz review the newest in this kid’s movie franchise. Is it better than Brave? Funnier than Ice Age? How does it compare to Madagascar 3? See what they have to say. Starring Teresa Lo (@TeresaLo_Tweets), Sean Wright and Liz Manashil (@LizManashil). Directed by Amy Taylor (@WalknCandyApple). Edited by Brian Jahns.Produced by David Freedman, Aaron Fink(@AaronEvanFink), Pedro Raposo and Cooper Griggs.
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July 28th, 2012 by David Freedman
Teresa, Sean and Rachel review the new comedy from Ben Stiller about four average Joes who discovers an impending alien invasion and decide that they alone must stop it. Watch what they have to say about The Watch and make sure to give us your comments. Starring Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Jonah Hill and Richard Ayoade. Directed By Akiva Schaffer. Written By Jared Stern and Seth Rogen. Produced by Shawn Levy and Tom McNulty.
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Continue reading ‘The Watch Movie Review – Just Seen It’
July 28th, 2012 by David Freedman
Welcome to the fourth installment in the STEP UP franchise. Teresa and Rachel discuss the surprisingly good acting and script that only complement the amazing dance sequences as they try to convince Sean to put on his dancing shoes and go SEE IT! Starring Kathryn McCormick, Ryan Guzman and Cleopatra Coleman. Directed by Scott Speer.Written by Jenny Mayer from the characters created by Duane Adler. Produced by Erik Feig , Jennifer Gibgot, Adam Shankman and Patrick Wachsberger.
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Continue reading ‘Step Up Revolution Movie Review – Just Seen It’
July 23rd, 2012 by David Freedman
Batman is now a criminal after taking the blame for Harvey Dent’s murders. But he discovers that a new villain is planning to destroy Gotham City. Together with both allies new and old, he fights against murderous Bane. Starring Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tom Hardy and Gary Oldman. Directed by Christopher Nolan. Written by Jonathan Nolan and Christopher Nolan. Produced by Christopher Nolan, Charles Roven and Emma Thomas.
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Continue reading ‘The Dark Knight Rises Movie Review – Just Seen It’
Sean, Greg and Leah tell us if this remake of the 1976 original is worthy of its name. Starring Sean Wright, Greg Karber and Leah Aldridge(@leeleereads). Directed by Liz Manashil.
