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Movie Matchups: Die Hard vs. Crocodile Dundee II

Posted on December 25, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

What do Speed, Cliffhanger, Air Force One, and Sudden Death have in common? They all copy the plot of Crocodile Dundee II. I’m serious. Not Die Hard. The sequel to the popular Paul Hogan vehicle from the mid-1980s debuted in theaters … Continue reading →

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Forgotten Film Gems: Mr. Krueger’s Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Do you want to watch a movie that brings out the Spirit of Christmas perfectly and fills your heart with nothing but good feelings? Mr. Krueger’s Christmas is exactly what you’re looking for. This little 26-minute, made-for-television musical drama is … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Second-Guessing: George Lucas vs. Robert Zemeckis

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

As I’ve discussed in other articles, I love George Lucas, and I know a lot of other people do, too. The original Star Wars trilogy will always have a special place in our hearts. However, it has lost some of … Continue reading →

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10 Cool Details You May Have Missed in How to Train Your Dragon

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I love How to Train Your Dragon, as you can tell from one of my most popular articles of all time: How to Train Your Dragon vs. Avatar. My kids love watching this movie, and so I’ve seen it more … Continue reading →

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Movie Matchups: Braveheart vs. The Conqueror

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Some friends of mine recently discovered a forgotten 1956 John Wayne film entitled The Conqueror. Since we all have great respect for that classic Western actor, we decided to watch that movie and see why it’s been lost for all … Continue reading →

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Forgotten Film Gems: Arsenic and Old Lace

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Frank Capra was sometimes criticized for creating films labeled as sappy. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and It’s a Wonderful Life are prime examples of films that are superbly crafted while also dripping with sentimentality. Today I’m going to talk about … Continue reading →

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8 Movies I Deeply Regret Watching

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

There are some movies I will never watch, such as Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. That’s because I have learned a painful lesson: Some movies just aren’t worth it. If I strongly suspect a film of … Continue reading →

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Movie Matchups: The Dark Knight vs. Seven

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I wonder if Morgan Freeman had déjà vu when he first read the script to The Dark Knight. In this film, an unidentifiable psychopath is going around killing people to teach twisted lessons about morality. He leaves clues for the … Continue reading →

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Movies That Improve on Multiple Viewings: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I have mixed feelings about the Harry Potter series. I first heard about it in 2000 when the retail store I worked at started carrying paraphernalia from the books. I had no idea what words like Quidditch, Muggle or Voldemort … Continue reading →

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Movie Matchups: Dave vs. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Election season is in full swing across America, and political tensions are hotter than ever. You know what a pivotal moment like this calls for? A little drama and comedy to lighten the mood. Let’s look back at a gentler … Continue reading →

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