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  • Oppenheimer – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is an epic biopic about the man who helped America develop the atomic bomb and end WWII. As one would expect, Nolan delivers stunning visuals–especially with anything involving the imaginings and realities of the atomic detonations. However, because he’s generally considered one of the best directors working today, Nolan gives us more…

  • Dolittle (2020) – A Movie Review

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    Both of my kids were very excited to see this latest iteration of Dr. Dolittle, so I took them on my day off. I’d heard some negative reviews which gave me trepidation, but, honestly, how bad could it be? It stars Robert Downey, Jr., after all. If nothing else, at least I’d get to enjoy…

  • Iron Man 2 – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    Interestingly enough, I believe Iron Man is one of those comic book characters that actually translates better on film.  Let’s face it: no matter how great the artist, Iron Man is a hero we want to see blazing through the sky, shooting rays from his hands, and just being generally awesome in live-action.  I think…

  • Tropic Thunder – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    There’s no doubt in my mind that Tom Cruise made this movie.  I’m no Cruise apologist, but he was absolutely hilarious and nearly unrecognizable as a fat, balding, foul-mouthed movie executive. With that being said, Tropic Thunder was really very funny.  I’m not sure it’s as good as many make it out to be, but…