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Blog Entries by Jackie K. Cooper from 12/2009

Anderson's Latest Is For Devout Followers Only

| Posted 12.01.2009

Are there really fans out there waiting for the latest Wes Anderson film? And are there people clamoring for the mere sound of George Clooney's voice?...

King's Under the Dome Is a Long, Long Book But a Good, Good One

| Posted 12.03.2009

Under the Dome is King at his best. He creates a setting of good versus evil, and introduces characters to bring the story to life. It is perfectly paced and the pages fly by.

Movie Review Of 'Brothers': Brilliant Direction Matched By Brilliant Acting

| Posted 12.07.2009

It has been said that war movies do not create good box office but that has been disputed by the success of the amazing film "The Hurt Locker." Now comes "Brothers" to further smash this concept.

Forecast for Al Roker's The Morning Show Murders: Sunny with a Chance of Sequels

| Posted 12.08.2009

Al Roker has a wealth of fans from his role on NBC's hugely popular Today Show. Showing he is a true renaissance man, Roker has branched out into other areas the latest of which is mystery writer.

Invictus: Done the Eastwood Way

| Posted 12.15.2009

Most of us know little to nothing about the sport of rugby, but that is not an impediment to enjoying this film. If you can appreciate Mandela's dream of unity, you will enjoy this film.

The Paris Vendetta: Steve Berry Strikes Again

| Posted 12.17.2009

Steve Berry continues his "Cotton Malone" series with The Paris Vendetta. There are assassination plots, searches for hidden treasure, and a taste of romance thrown into the mix.

Avatar: Moviemaking Will Never Be the Same

| Posted 12.20.2009

Avatar (20th Century Fox) Moviemaking Will Never Be the Same The initial introduction to Avatar was not good. The trailer left something to be desire...

Up In the Air Leaves You Down in the Dumps

| Posted 12.22.2009

Once again, American film critics are slavering over the latest George Clooney movie. Some have already proclaimed, Up In the Air is the frontrunner for being named film of the year.

The Simple Truth Is It's Complicated Isn't Funny

| Posted 12.28.2009

The new Nancy Meyers' film has a cast headed by Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin. But the plot doesn't quite work, and the stars don't shine as brightly as they should, and... well, it's complicated.

Enjoy Sherlock Homes While Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Spins in His Grave

| Posted 12.29.2009

The fact the movie is titled Sherlock Holmes really has no relevance to its content and could just as easily have been titled Sherl and John's Excellent Adventure.