Tag Archives: sequels

Unceremonious Ways Sequels Dump the Previous Film’s Love Interest

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Sequels are never easy. They have to continue where the last film left off and add something new to the mix so they don’t feel stale. Frequently this involves writing out the previous love interest in order to make room … Continue reading →

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The Huge Impact of ‘The’ in Movie Titles

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

This is an article about the definite article we all know as the word “The.” This word says a lot through its presence or absence, and we can clearly see that in movie titles. Here are a number of ways … Continue reading →

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The Art of Stuttering in Film

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

This is a deeply personal article that touches on the author’s awkward speech impediment and how it is portrayed in films. Continue reading →

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What Star Trek: Nemesis Did Right

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Star Trek: Nemesis has aged surprisingly well. I’m not saying it’s a flawless film or a misunderstood masterpiece. It deserves pretty much all of the criticism it has received. I’m simply saying it has quite a few positive qualities I … Continue reading →

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James Bond’s Awkward Yet Awesome John Glen Years

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

John Glen introduced the Bond series to a darker sensibility, tried to get back to the basics, and oversaw the end of two Bond actors. And he directed more Bond films than anyone else. Continue reading →

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Modern Hollywood Trends the Salkinds Were Doing Decades Ago

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Marvel is credited as being the first to build a cinematic universe of superheroes coexisting in their own separate films and sometimes teaming up for adventures. But DC and the Salkinds were way ahead of the game. Continue reading →

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The 10 Best Sequels That Came Out Just 1 Year After the Original Film

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Few movie series can boast not only a great first film but also an equally excellent sequel… that came out just a year after the original. Now that takes foresight. Continue reading →

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Take Out One Tiny Thing and The Godfather Part II Would Be Rated PG

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

The Godfather has plenty of brutal scenes, from the man who finds a severed horse’s head in his bed to another man being strangled to death and yet another man being shot over and over by a seemingly unending barrage … Continue reading →

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Intense PG Movies

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

PG doesn’t necessarily mean “for all ages.” It’s possible to tell a gripping story full of adventure, death, and even sexual innuendo and still earn a “soft” rating. Continue reading →

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10 Beautifully Sad Movie Music Themes for a Good Cry

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I have something really special to share with you next week. It’s been a while since I did a Cinematic Chiasmus, and I’ve got a great one in store for you. In the meantime, I have prepared a list of … Continue reading →

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