Category Archives: Random Stuff

Middle Movies Everyone Agrees Are the Best in Their Trilogies

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Even though it seems like everyone disagrees on just about every imaginable topic, it’s nice to know that there are at least some things we can all agree upon. Take, for example, movie trilogies. There are a number of them … Continue reading →

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10 Details That Elevate WarGames Above Most Thrillers

Posted on March 10, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I’ve spoken at length about the beautiful story structure of WarGames, and now I’m going to share 10 little touches that make me absolutely love this movie. There are a lot of thrillers out there, but there’s something special about … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of the One Crazy Rhyme in ‘Mother Knows Best’

Posted on February 25, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I’m not one to obsess over little details, am I? Oh, except for just about every movie I’ve ever written about on this website. Be that as it may, I can’t quite wrap my head around one particular rhyme in … Continue reading →

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Do Sequels Need to Be in the Same Genre as Their Predecessors?

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Does the next Ghostbusters movie need to be a comedy? Based on the trailer, it looks like it’s going in a completely different direction than the first ones, and it might actually be a drama. I don’t think it needs … Continue reading →

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10 Actors Who Reached Their Zenith and Nadir in the Same Year

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Charles Dickens’ famous words are appropriate for these 10 actors who somehow reached the zenith and nadir of their career in the same year.

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The Defining Movies of the Last 5 Decades

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

We are on the cusp of beginning a new year and a new decade, and, with this in mind, a friend and I were recently talking about movies that define the last five decades. He’s about 20 years older than … Continue reading →

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Christmas Message

Posted on December 24, 2019 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Merry Christmas, everyone! At this time of year, we are invited to reflect upon the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. For my gift to you, I offer an insight into His character. I’ve heard people comment on … Continue reading →

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Doctor’s Orders

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I’m sorry to say I can’t publish a new article I had planned this week because I’ve gone and injured one of my fingers. It’s been swollen for many months, but it recently got so painful that I finally went … Continue reading →

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10 People and Things I’m Thankful for

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I’ll keep things nice and simple this Thanksgiving by sharing 10 people and things I’m thankful for:

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What Makes a Movie Endlessly Rewatchable?

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

When I finish watching great films like The Godfather or The Deer Hunter, I feel like my mind has enjoyed a sumptuous meal. I’m completely satisfied, and I don’t feel the need to return to them and consume any more … Continue reading →

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