Month: March 2016

Movie Reviews

Movie Review: ROOM

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Directed By: Lenny Abrahamson
Written By: Emma Donoghue
Starring: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Joan Allen, Sean Bridgers, William H. Macy

SYNOPSIS:  Held captive for years in an enclosed space, a woman (Brie Larson) and her 5-year-old son (Jacob Tremblay) finally gain their freedom, allowing the boy to experience the outside world for the first time.

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Wow.  Words can’t explain the feeling I had while watching this movie.  Well…maybe claustrophobic. lol.

Jacob Tremblay is the cutest little thing!  I became a fan after seeing all of his appearances on TV lately and, after watching this movie, I can see big things happening in his career as he grows older.  Him and Brie Larson had great chemistry as a mother/son pair.

The way the whole movie played out was incredible.  From the love Larson’s character, Joy, had for her son, to their escape, and attempting to adapt (and re-adapt) to life outside of Room.  Everything about this movie was excellent…especially the acting by all involved.

You’re taken inside of this tiny room where Joy and Jack have been held captive for years. This room is all little Jack knows, so when Joy begins to tell him the outside world is actually real, she knows it’s time to plan their escape.  It’s a heartwarming movie that really makes you appreciate what you have.

Definitely a must watch!  ROOM is available on Digital HD, DVD and BluRay now!

Movie Reviews

Mike ‘The Movie Guy’ Movie Review: #EmelieMovie

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Last night I had the opportunity to watch a screener for the upcoming thriller, horror movie…EMELIE. It actually hits select theaters and On Demand today.

I didn’t watch the trailer before receiving the screener…I didn’t read what the movie was about…I simply went off the movie poster.

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An ‘interesting’ girl, three scared kids and the words, “THE BABYSITTER IS HERE.”

EMELIE is about (without giving away too much) a family. Mom and dad hire a babysitter to watch their kids as they go out to celebrate their anniversary. Once the babysitter arrives – she becomes cozy with the kids and then BAMMMM!!! It gets scary, uncomfortable, nail biting – well…you get the picture.

What did I like about EMELIE?

🙂  Freaking EVERYTHING!! This is a movie I’ll tell my friends and strangers about. (lol) It’s a MUST-SEE movie people. Right off the bat – crap goes down in the first minute and half. YES. I paused the movie. I was like, “WTF?! What the hell? Didn’t anyone see what just happened?!” But that’s not even the messed up part – what this babysitter does. Insane. I’m just going to keep it like that – you just have to watch this movie.

I loved the cast. Sarah Bolger (never noticed her till now) was awesome. She plays the babysitter. It was how she draws you in. In the beginning I was like, “Heyyy she’s hot. Why weren’t my babysitter’s more like her.” then I was like, “WTF?!” then I was like, “Awww ok. I see now” then I was like, “WTF?!?!?” (lol) Joshua Rush, Carly Adams and Thomas Bair – they play the kids (Jacob, Sally and Christopher) in the movie. Outstanding!! I hope their parents increased their allowances. (lol) They were great in this movie.

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The writing and directing – Dope as hell!! From the beginning to the very end. In my world – this movie’s a very well rounded package of HOLY CRAP BALLS! Loved the music in the film – especially the Blondie cover “One Way Or Another” by Until The Ribbon Breaks. I must have listened to that song at the end credits like 10 times. I actually have it pulled up on YouTube right now. (lol)

What did I not like about EMELIE?

😦 Absolutely nothing…like I said before. I loved everything about this movie.

I give EMELIE…5 out of 5 popcorns! It’s one serious roller coaster of emotions – I found myself glued to the screen – I haven’t been like that in a long time – – plus it didn’t help that I’m a new dad either. I told the wifey this morning…”I’m never hiring a babysitter.” Thanks a lot Director Michael Thelin. (lol)

Movies

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot -Makeup Tutorial

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As you may know, makeup is a fun way to transform you entirely. It can make you feel like a different person, make you feel more confident and it can just simply make you happier. And what’s wrong with using a little makeup if it makes you feel better?

In Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, Tina Fey is an unhappy journalist sent to Afghanistan to cover the war. Her life a mess, she’s in a rut and needs change. While in Afghanistan, Margot Robbie’s character implies that Tina Fey may be a 7 in the states, but in Afghanistan she’s a 10! A hot scale should never determine how you feel about yourself and that’s exactly what she learns throughout her journey. She does a complete 180, changes her life around, switches up her outlook on life, assimilates to a whole new world and learns to love herself exactly how she is.

To celebrate the magnificence of all women, beauty vlogger, Laura Sanchez has created a quick and fun way to add a little makeup to your life! Make sure to grab your friends and head to theaters Friday, March 4.

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TV

ZOOMOO INVITES CHILDREN TO APPEAR ON TV WITH THEIR FAVORITE PET

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Parents can now upload videos of their children interacting with their favorite pets for a chance to be featured in a new ZooMoo TV segment called Mi Querida Mascota y Yo (My ZooMoo Pet and Me)

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While Valentine’s Day has come and gone, here at ZooMoo we show our love for animals and nature every day. Children love learning with us, but now we want to learn from them while making them a part of our channel.

Does your son or daughter want to be on TV? Does s/he have a beloved pet?  We’d love to hear all about that furry little friend (if he or she is funny, naughty, very intelligent, etc.) and what makes this relationship with your son or daughter so special.

Participating is easy. Visit zoomoo.tv/miqueridamascotayyo where you can upload a video of your child with his/her pet for a chance to be among those selected to appear in the new ZooMoo segment, Mi Querida Mascota y Yo (My ZooMoo Pet and Me). Don’t miss this opportunity for your kids to be featured on their favorite “all animals, all nature, all the time” learning channel!

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GIRLS – “Good Man” – Podcast Review

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Hey #GIRLS fans!! Brancey (@vrobrancey) and I got together to discuss the latest episode of GIRLS.  Check out our podcast review below and tweet us your thoughts on the episode!
 
SYNOPSIS: An erratic roommate causes Fran to move in with Hannah. Hannah receives an urgent call from her father. Adam and Jessa spend the day together. Elijah meets someone new.
 

 
GIRLS – “Good Man” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Walking Dead – “Knots Untie” – Podcast Review

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Hey #TWD fans!!  Mike and I got together last night to talk about the latest episode of The Walking Dead!!
 
Check out our podcast review below and comment/tweet us your thoughts!  Are you as nervous about Negan as we are?  If he IS going to kill someone off…who would you be okay with losing?
 
SYNOPSIS: Jesus takes Rick and the group to the Hilltop Colony, a peaceful community overshadowed by the power of Negan and The Saviors.
 

 
The Walking Dead – “Knots Untie” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Originals – “A Streetcar Named Desire” – Podcast Review

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Hey TVD/The Originals fans!! Keisha, Raechel & I got together to talk about the latest episode of The Originals. This is the second half of the 2-Hour crossover event which aired on Friday, February 26, 2016.
 
Did you watch the entire event?? Were you as googly-eyed about this as we were?? Tune in to the podcast and comment/tweet us your thoughts!
 
SYNOPSIS: The unexpected arrival of Stefan Salvatore may be the key to helping Freya rescue Klaus and Elijah from a magical trap.
 

 
The Originals – “A Streetcar Named Desire” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Moonlight on the Bayou” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!  Keisha, Raechel and I got together to discuss the latest episode of The Vampire Diaries!  This is the first half of the 2-Hour special crossover event with The Originals which aired on Friday, February 26, 2016.
 
Did you watch? What were your favorite moments? Comment or tweet us your thoughts!
 
SYNOPSIS: Stefan goes to New Orleans to lure Rayna Cruz away from his friends and comes face to face with Klaus Mikaelson, who’s suspicious of his old friend’s arrival.
 

 
 
The Vampire Diaries – “Moonlight on the Bayou” – Podcast Review
 
 

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