Daniel's apartment... pre-furnished? Oil paintings on the walls? Would a recently divorced father of three be concerned with hanging paintings? Can we all agree that Mrs. Doubtfire is a '90s classic? Robin Williams at his finest. It's been a long time since I've actually watched the movie. And in re-watching it recently, I couldn't help but … Continue reading Can We Talk About Mrs. Doubtfire’s Apartment?
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My Favorite Movies #38 – Father of the Bride
Father of the Bride 1991 Directed by Chris Shyer Quick synopsis... In this charming update of the much-loved Hollywood classic, Steve Martin turns in a winning performance as George Banks, the befuddled father who has a hard time letting go of his daughter when she unexpectedly announces her plans to wed. Steve Martin is George … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #38 – Father of the Bride
Top 10 Movies of the 2010s
This is definitely something new to the blog. I mean, of course it's new, because this is the first time The Confusing Middle has crossed over into a new decade. And even though I've been blogging for more than a decade, I never did a look back at the best movies of the 2000s. And I'm … Continue reading Top 10 Movies of the 2010s
10 Movies I’m Anticipating in 2020
I love movies. And I’ve taken time to look ahead at the year to come. Overall, I can't say I'm super excited about anything other than the one that's number one on my list. But thanks to the Regal Unlimited subscription, I won't be afraid to head to the theaters to see something that I … Continue reading 10 Movies I’m Anticipating in 2020
My Top 10 Movies of 2019
I’ve mentioned Flickchart on here before, right? Yeah, I know I did on last year’s post like this. And the year before that. Well, the quick sales pitch is that it’s a way to rank your favorite movies. The site gives you two movies and you pick the one you like better. From that, you can … Continue reading My Top 10 Movies of 2019
My Favorite Movies #41 – Batman Begins
Batman Begins 2005 Directed by Christopher Nolan Quick synopsis... Following the brutal murder of his parents, Bruce Wayne trains with a shadowy organization and returns to a corrupt Gotham City to deliver justice. Armed with his new skills and endless resources, he assumes a new identity and a war on crime. You know, a lot … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #41 – Batman Begins
My Favorite Movies #42 – The Karate Kid Part II
The Karate Kid Part II 1986 Directed by John G. Avildsen Quick synopsis... In this high-kicking sequel, karate champ Daniel LaRusso and his mentor, Mr. Miyagi, travel to Okinawa, where Miyagi visits his dying father and rekindles his feelings for a former flame -- which leads to a confrontation with a longtime rival. So... I always … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #42 – The Karate Kid Part II
My Favorite Movies #43 – The Rocketeer
The Rocketeer 1991 Directed by Joe Johnston Quick synopsis... In this stylish action-adventure, a stunt pilot stumbles across an experimental Nazi jet pack that transforms him into a one-man air force -- and soon becomes a target for mobsters, spies, FBI agents and millionaire Howard Hughes. How quietly majestic is this movie's score? Welcome to The … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #43 – The Rocketeer
My Favorite Movies #44 – Willow
Willow 1988 Directed by Ron Howard Quick synopsis... After finding a baby adrift in a river, a dwarfish "Nelwyn" named Willow (Warwick Davis) must protect it from an evil queen (Jean Marsh), battling dragons and vanquishing evildoers with help from the warrior Madmartigan (Val Kilmer) in a bid to shield the infant from harm. Ron … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #44 – Willow
My Favorite Movies #45 – Independence Day
Independence Day 1996 Directed by Roland Emmerich Quick synopsis... When aliens in an enormous spacecraft suddenly arrive in Earth's atmosphere and start blowing things up, it falls to a cocky pilot (Will Smith) and a goofy scientist (Jeff Goldblum) to save the planet from total destruction. With plenty of action, special effects sequences and pithy one-liners, … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #45 – Independence Day
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