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This Poem Brought Tears to My Eyes

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I had never heard of an early-20th-century poet named Eugene Field nor his poem entitled Little Boy Blue until recently. But I’ve definitely seen his poem play out in at least two films. I found it in a talk entitled … Continue reading →

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10 Actors Who Became More Powerful Than You Can Possibly Imagine After Being Struck Down

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

In Star Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi told Darth Vader, “If you strike me down, I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine.” And he was right. Not just about the character becoming more powerful in a spiritual existence after … Continue reading →

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Serenity Answers the Question: What’s Worth Dying for?

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

“A world without sin.” That is how Captain Malcolm Reynolds in Serenity describes a planet called Miranda in which every inhabitant was given an airborne drug called the Pax to calm them down. The Alliance did that. It thinks of … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Cinematic Chiasmus

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I tend to think of this website as a place for me to share deeply personal sides of myself. Each time I post an article, it speaks to my mindset or what is important to me. With that in mind, … Continue reading →

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Tron and the Difference Between Standing Out and Fitting in

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Tron isn’t really known for its philosophical discussions on the meaning of life, but more for its unique visual style and music. But you know me. I like to look at movies differently than the norm. So I’d like to … Continue reading →

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Unmasking Predator’s Chiasmus

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Predator is one of the most iconic action movies of all time, and it’s about to be the latest trophy in my collection of Cinematic Chiasmus. Chiasmus is a storytelling style in which the first half mirrors the second half. … Continue reading →

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The Final Countdown Is the Star Trek II We Never Got to See

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I remember hearing that shortly after Star Trek: The Motion Picture debuted in 1979, Gene Roddenberry pitched the idea of having the U.S.S. Enterprise crew go back in time in their advanced spaceship to prevent the assassination of John F. … Continue reading →

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I Love Everything About Krull

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Krull is the kind of movie that makes me smile every time I watch it. It doesn’t have a single cynical bone in its body. Instead, it’s full of joy, positivity, and good old-fashioned heroics. It’s the story of an … Continue reading →

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I Knew the Despicable Me Series Was Popular, But I Didn’t Expect This

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

As it turns out, Despicable Me 4 is the most popular movie of all time. In fact, it’s probably the most popular piece of entertainment of all time! By a mile. Or a trillion miles. Check out this chart of … Continue reading →

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My Turn on The Prestige

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

A friend of mine named Chris recently discovered this website, and he approached me with an intriguing topic he really wanted my opinion on. He wished to know my take on The Prestige. The first thing you need to know … Continue reading →

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