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Academy Awards Review

Posted on March 1, 2011 by dukemich

INCEPTION BUTTON This will keep you entertained throughout my blog. Click the link above that says INCEPTION BUTTON and press it. It will keep you entertained for hours. Now I’ll actually write my post. I watched the Academy Awards at … Continue reading →

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“True Grit” shows, well…True Grit

Posted on December 27, 2010 by dukemich

Originally, in 1969 “True Grit” was an ordinary John Wayne western. Throw in Jeff Bridges (“Iron Man”), Matt Damon (“The Bourne Trilogy”), Josh Brolin (“No Country for Old Men”)and the Coen brothers (“No Country for Old Men”) and we have … Continue reading →

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The Art of the Trailer #1

Posted on December 20, 2010 by dukemich

This may turn into a series of posts that has a different trailer on each post and I talk about it. However, this may turn into nothing but I feel that this should at least be mentioned because it’s a … Continue reading →

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“Tron Legacy:” A Quick Fix of Cool

Posted on December 19, 2010 by dukemich

“Tron: Legacy” didn’t disappoint visually and that’s what made the movie. However, the movie lacked a solid plot. Some parts of the film were unnecessary and dull. I expected a lot more action scenes but instead we received plenty of … Continue reading →

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Great Performances make “The Fighter” a champion

Posted on December 18, 2010 by dukemich

Sorry to the two loyal readers of this blog. I’ve been away for a few weeks but I’m back and excited about a few December movies. “The Fighter” was released nationwide this weekend along with “Tron Legacy” and “Black Swan.” The first movie I went to see … Continue reading →

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Downey Jr., Galifianakis drive “Due Date”

Posted on November 12, 2010 by dukemich

Both Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis are on top of their games after acting in box office hits. Downey Jr. is the star of the “Iron Man” series while Galifianakis broke out with his role in “The Hangover.” According … Continue reading →

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“Hereafter” lacks compelling drama

Posted on November 5, 2010 by dukemich

Clint Eastwood directed “Invictus,” which came out in 2009. It starred Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman. Both were nominated for Oscars but didn’t win the award. After the success of “Invictus” Eastwood paired up with Damon again for “Hereafter.” It … Continue reading →

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“Paranormal Activity 2:” More Story, Less Fright

Posted on October 29, 2010 by dukemich

“Paranormal Activity 2” had the highest grossing opening weekend ever for a supernatural horror movie, according to Box Office Mojo when it pulled in nearly $41 million. With the weekend total, “Paranormal Activity 2” became an instant success because of … Continue reading →

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“Jackass 3-D” Review

Posted on October 22, 2010 by dukemich

How do you review a “Jackass” movie? It’s not a movie in a sense of a beginning, middle and end. It has no plot. It’s just a group of guys putting together a series of stunts. Despite its lack of … Continue reading →

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Favorite Movies of 2010

Posted on October 15, 2010 by dukemich

    I’ve seen 25 movies so far this year and plan on seeing many more. I usually see about 35 to 40 movies a year. Despite seeing a movie almost every weekend of the year, I miss some movies. … Continue reading →

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