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About Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Robert Lockard has been a lover of writing since he was very young. He studied public relations in college, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in 2006. His skills and knowledge have helped him to become a sought-after copywriter in the business world. He has written blogs, articles, and Web content on subjects such as real estate, online marketing and inventory management. His talent for making even boring topics interesting to read about has come in handy. But what he really loves to write about is movies. His favorite movies include: Fiddler on the Roof, Superman: The Movie, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Back to the Future, Beauty and the Beast, The Fugitive, The Incredibles, and The Dark Knight. Check out his website: Deja Reviewer. Robert lives in Utah with his wife and four children. He loves running, biking, reading, and watching movies with his family.

The Most Surprising Thing About Kung Fu Panda 4

The fourth film in a series is a big make-or-break moment. It is often where a series runs out of ideas and begins recycling old ones or else it becomes a self-parody. That’s true of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom … Continue reading →

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I Cannot Write Without This

I have learned that I cannot write without something very special. The power I have with words is not something that is natural to me, but it’s a gift. And I’d like to share how I realized that by describing … Continue reading →

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An Experience in Patience I’ll Never Forget

From an early age, I was told I had a temper. There are probably many reasons that caused me to have this flaw, but I can’t blame anyone for it. It’s a weakness I’ve struggled to overcome all my life. … Continue reading →

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A New Cinematic Chiasmus Takes Flight

Flight of the Navigator is one of my favorite films. I loved it growing up, and I enjoy it even more as an adult. The acting is incredible, the story is equal parts mystery and wish fulfillment, and the special … Continue reading →

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Miracle Accomplished

I’m happy to report that January 2025 came and went without any serious disasters, water leaks, appliance breakdowns, or anything else at my home. It just went smoothly. That is what I have been praying for, and it truly is … Continue reading →

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Big Is a Bridge Between Tom Hanks’ Early and Later Film Career

Like two parts of a piano duet, Big feels like the perfect bridge between Tom Hanks’ early and later career in film. He may have made a Splash in 1984, but it wasn’t until 1988 that he really hit the … Continue reading →

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An Even Better Title for the ‘Deja Q’ Episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation

“Deja Q” is one of my favorite episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation. It manages to be equal parts funny and poignant, adding a new dimension of nobility to the Q character that gets explored in later Q episodes … Continue reading →

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Which Is the Best Adaptation of Dune?

Dune is one of my favorite books. I’ve only read it once, but it stands out in my mind as one of the most immersive literary experiences I’ve ever had. And I’ve admired the many attempts to make it into … Continue reading →

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The Natural and Overcoming Addiction

In The Natural, Roy Hobbs is a gifted baseball player who wants to use his God-given talent to make a name for himself. However, he’s brutally shot in the prime of his life and forced to put off becoming a … Continue reading →

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I Feel Sorry for Baby Boomers

I recently watched a clip from a 1990 documentary that gave me a new perspective on the Baby Boom generation. I must admit I’ve never really understood that generation. I’m kind of a hybrid of Gen X and Millennial, being … Continue reading →

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