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“Arrival” — A Movie Review by Liz Warner

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“Arrival” has largely received very good reviews and was nominated for, or received, awards, but I will be a maverick here. Although I’m a fan of the genre, I didn’t care for this sci-fi flick for the reasons I enumerate below.

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“Silicon Valley” — Season 5 A Television Review by Liz Warner May 26, 2018

HBO’s “Silicon Valley,” created by Mike Judge, John Altschuler, and Dave Krinsky, wrapped up a successful fifth season and has been renewed for a sixth. For anyone worried about the absence of Erlich [T.J. Miller], they needn’t be. The ensemble cast filled any voids and a few new characters emerged. Predictably, Richard [Thomas … Continue reading "“ […]

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“Chappaquiddick” — A Movie Review by Liz Warner May 25, 2018

Back in 1969, on a small island in southern Massachusetts, just off the southeastern coast of Martha’s Vineyard, a terrible event took place that would have a profound impact on two American families. Astonishingly, it took almost 50 years for the story to be told on the silver screen. Given one of the … Continue reading "“Chappaquiddick” — A Movie […]

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HBO’s comedy, Silicon Valley, created by Mike Judge, John Altschuler, and Dave Krinsky, still delivers the goods on Sunday nights. Below is my review of Season 5 thus far. SPOILERS through Episode 3. SYNOPSES “Grow Fast or Die Slow” written by Ron Weiner and directed by Mike Judge. Laurie [Suzanne Cryer] and Monica’s [Amanda Crew] … Continue reading " […]

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‘Rocktopia: A Classical Revolution’ — A Broadway Review by Liz Warner March 20, 2018

‘Rocktopia: A Classical Revolution’ opened to a full house at the Broadway Theatre on March 20, 2018, entertaining the audience with its mash-up of classical and rock music. The co-creator, Rob Evan, would say it’s what happens when classical composers and rock legends inevitably collaborate, and perhaps he’s right. There was no dearth of talent … Continue r […]

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“Mr. Robot” A Season 3 Premiere Review by Liz Warner October 24, 2017

NYC transit advertising for Mr. Robot Season 3 premiere. [Spoilers for Mr. Robot through Season 3, episode 2. Read at your own risk.] USA’s Emmy winner “Mr. Robot” Season 3.0 premiered to generally rave reviews on October 11, 2017. Primarily because the show’s creator and director, Sam Esmail, had indicated he planned to make the … Continue reading "“Mr […]

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“Dunkirk” — A Movie Review by Liz Warner August 6, 2017

“Dunkirk,” written, directed, and co-produced by Christopher Nolan (with Emma Thomas), is the best theatrical release in a long time, premiering on July 13, 2017 in the UK and USA. It has been amply rewarded with an impressive take at the box office and deserves the critical acclaim it has received. As so many films … Continue reading "“Dunkirk” — A Mo […]

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Lords of the Awards: Who’s Up for Emmys in 2017? July 17, 2017

It’s that time of year when the Television Academy picks the best from their best of the best on the small screen. No predictions from me; I’m known to not get a true or false question right until the third try, so I’m sure I wouldn’t know. Interesting is just how many nominations went … Continue reading "Lords of the Awards: Who’s Up for Emmys in 201 […]

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“Better Call Saul” — Season 3: A Television Review By Liz Warner June 25, 2017

I’ve previously previewed and reviewed the early episodes of Better Call Saul’s Season Three here and here. The season wrapped Monday night, and lived up to my lofty expectations, but beware: spoilers lay ahead if you have yet to view the dark finale, “Lantern.” Jimmy [Bob Odenkirk] and Chuck McGill [Michael McKean] are the … Continue reading "“Better […]

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“The Circle” — A Movie Review by Liz Warner May 5, 2017

Techno-thriller “The Circle” gets the techno part down well. It’s the thriller part it lacks. That said, I’m a big fan of the sub-genre and enjoyed this film more than its iffy reviews and disappointing opening weekend box office might suggest. RECOMMENDED: WITH CAVEAT Like almost everything coming out of Hollywood these days, “The Circle” … Continue reading […]

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Better Call Saul — A Review by Liz Warner (Season 3, Episodes 1-3 Spoilers) April 26, 2017

Better Call Saul’s premiere for season three is now history. The cold open featured Jimmy [Bob Odenkirk] as Gene at the Omaha Cinnabon taking a lunch break. When cops try to chase down a shoplifter, he points to the youth, but after police make the arrest, Gene yells out, “Get a lawyer!” Gene returns … Continue reading "Better Call Saul — A Review by […]

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