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Quigley Down Under’s Villain Isn’t Such a Bad Guy

Posted on May 4, 2021 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

When it comes to villains, Elliott Marston is among my favorites. During my recent rewatch of Quigley Down Under in preparation for my Cinematic Chiasmus article, I noticed that Marston is surprisingly sympathetic. I’m not saying he’s a paragon of … Continue reading →

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Quigley Goes Down Under and Back Up Above to Make a Perfect Chiasmus

Posted on April 13, 2021 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Chiasmus occurs in a work of art when the first half of a story mirrors the second half in minute detail. So a chiasmus begins and ends in the same way, and it reaches a crucial turning point in the … Continue reading →

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10 Heartwarming ‘You Are Not Alone’ Movie Scenes

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I love movies that not only have happy endings but also reward their heroes’ lonely travails by inspiring others to rise up and support them. Here are 10 “you are not alone” scenes that will inspire you not to give … Continue reading →

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10 Great Westerns That Aren’t Set in the Old West

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

A movie doesn’t have to star John Wayne or take place in the Old West for it to be a western. There are plenty of movies that fall into the western category that are set in modern times or the … Continue reading →

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