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The Muppets

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Mark DuPré

A rare delight. Perfect for families, and witty and fun for adults—the kind of “movie they don’t make anymore.” I wasn’t a Muppet fan, though I had nothing against them. So I went in with no feelings for or against … Continue reading →

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J. Edgar

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Mark DuPré

Ultimately, J. Edgar doesn’t work. Beautiful to look at, as are most of Eastwood’s films. And the acting is generally good. But there is a perspective conflict between the director and the screenwriter, and a conflict over which story is … Continue reading →

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