The Meddler - Movie Review

 The Meddler

Movie Review

Released September 2015

I love mother-daughter movies. Especially when 

they have a happy ending. It's a wonderful story.

Full of love. All different types of love. 

When you have to be brave, you step out of 

your comfort zone and say yes to everything. 

I loved this movie. Say yes and watch it. 

Review by Lisa Hutson

The Christmas Jar - Movie Review

Christmas Jars

Movie Review

                                                                           ☆☆☆☆☆

I remembered hearing about this movie when

it was in theaters. But I never got around to 

seeing it. Then just the other day, I was scrolling

around looking for something to watch. 

Since theaters have been closed, I have gotten

very good at streaming movies. It's easy and

something I had never done before the covid. 

So I watched Christmas Jars. 

It was the story you would probably expect. 

But when you're watching. The emotions,

the families, the situations, the lessons we 

can all learn, come to play. 

I always find a movie like this touches me.

Even though I can tell you the basic premise

of the story before the movie even starts.

As I watch, it still touches my heart. Makes

me laugh. Memories of my own come to mind.

I know I was meant to watch it. It lifted my heart.

And gave me the push to pay it forward. 

As much as I can. It really doesn't have to cost

anything or be a big deal.  

I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. 

If you're looking for a movie to watch some evening,

I highly recommend Christmas Jars. 

For the whole family. 

Review by Lisa Hutson

Movie Review- A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Movie Review

☆☆☆☆☆

We all know the wonder of Mr Rogers.

Has there ever been another well known person

like him? With such kindness and honesty?

So much care for humans. Love for children.

 

The movie isnt just the story of Mr Rogers.

It gives a little insight into his wife.

And the relationship they had.

Then, there is a whole other story!

Lloyd Vogel.

What a story!!

Not just his story. A hard family relationship story.

But then the story of the relationship between

Lloyd and Fred Rogers.

I can only presume there are many other

stories like his. Many other people that had their

lives touched so wonderfully by Mr Rogers.

 

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is a wonderful

movie. My husband and I were held spellbound by it.

 

I highly recommend finding an afternoon to go

watch this one. It will make your day so much better.

 

Review by Lisa Hutson 



Movie Review - Love Happens

Love Happens

Movie Review

☆☆☆☆☆

I found this movie as I scrolled through Prime.

I don't find much on there. I love to rewatch

seasons of Amazing Race and Survivor.

And of course, Downton Abbey!

But today, I found a movie that made me stop

and check it out.

I am not a big Jennifer Aniston fan. I am a giant

Friends fan though. And it's the only thing I have

ever liked her in.

 

But she finally got one right. Love Happens is a

sweet romantic movie. There is humor. But mostly

it is feelings. Up, down and all around.

I totally enjoyed it. If you are a Prime member,

give it a look!

 

Review by Lisa Hutson



Going in Style - Movie Review

Going In Style

Movie Review

 

Going in Style was release 7 April 2017

 

 

Three fun actors in a hilarious movie.

It sure isn't often you get to say that!

 

The three retired guys are best buddies and

find out they are going to be without their

pension checks.

 

There are several terrific stories weaving

in and through the main storyline.

 

So the emotions are all there. And you will

get plenty of laughs.

 

I highly recommend this one for date

night or movie night with friends.

It's terrific.

 

Review by Lisa Hutson

 





Gifted - Movie Review

Gifted

Movie Review

 

 

Gifted has been released 12 April 2017.

 

 

I wound up seeing this one twice. Once by myself and

again with my mom. It's exactly what you think it will be.

 

Terrific.

 

I can imagine how confusing and nearly impossible it

must be to raise a gifted child. This is a lovely movie.

Brought together by wonderful actors.

Chris Evans and McKenna Grace are the main stars.

They have such chemistry and connection it's

hard to believe they are acting.

 

I hope you will enjoy watching this one.

 

Review by Lisa Hutson

Austenland - Movie Review

Austenland

Movie Review

 

 

Released in 2013

 

I really did not know what to expect from this movie.

Keri Russell stars as the sweet, obsessed Jane Hayes.

Jane loves Mr Darcy and everything Jane Austen.

She finds out about a place to go and completely

immerse yourself into the life of Darcy era.

But, of course, its modern time.

 

 

 Austenland turned out to be a really fun movie.

When you watch, keep your eyes peeled all around.

There are little touches (and big touches) all over!

I love reading romance stories even though I

usually know who is going to wind up together

pretty quickly.

But the greatest part about this movie is I wasn't

sure about who she would be with in the end!

I loved it. Enjoyed the whole silly movie.

Great girls night movie.

 

I borrowed this copy from my local library.

Review by Lisa Hutson



Hidden Figures

Hidden Figures

Movie Review

 

 

I love going to the movies. I especially love

going to see movies telling a true story.

The only thing that makes it all the better

than a true story at the movies is when the

true story is about brave people that have

made America great. The brave from the

military, first responders, scientists.....

And then, you have this story......

 

 

Three brilliant, strong, amazing women.

The men that supported them.

Loved them. And were in awe of them.

The courage, patience and humility that they

showed made the NASA center strong enough

to put America in front of the race for space.

They helped to make America great.

 

What a day for Octavia Spencer!! I was

sitting there waiting to see a movie she is in.

Then I got to see two trailers for future movies

with her! Gifted. The Shack. They both look

fabulous!! I have them both on my list of

movies not to miss.  

 

PS.....There is a sweet wonderful

romantic story too.

 

Review by Lisa Hutson 

 

 

 



Dear Eleanor - Movie Review

Dear Eleanor

Movie Review

When I saw this movie in the Redbox machine,

I had no memory of it being at the theaters.
But it has several rather well known actors

in it, so it must have been.
It's a sweet fun story of two best teenage

friends. A tragedy drives  them to travel across

the country. Their aim was to meet former

first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. Along the way,
they meet family and strangers that

make the trip worthwhile. For everyone.

Each of the characters have a personal epiphany.

It was so funny at times. Then other times,

it was eye opening. A reminder to all of us.

Don't forget what is really most important.
I enjoyed it very much and I would recommend

it to just about anyone.

Review by Lisa Hutson





Movie Review - Old Fashioned

Movie Review

Old Fashioned

Release 12 February 2015

1 hour 55 minutes running time

I went expecting a truly old fashioned love story.

It is just a little different. These two people have pasts.

Not in a flattering way.

They are working thru their own issues.

Together and separately.
His wonderful Aunt Zella helps the both of them. 

They live in a typical small town. They have the

typical variety of friends. The story is such a real one.

We all have to learn lessons from our pasts.

These two learned lessons to make their lives

better. Its an uplifting movie you will feel in your heart.

I was surprised at the story. Pleasantly so.

The tagline for the movie is,

Chivalry makes a comeback.

Clay & Amber challenge each other to find ways to

flirt, date and be romantic with slightly uncommon

boundaries. It's okay to say no. It's acceptable to draw

a line for yourself. And stick with it.  

I would say this is a movie for teenagers.

Boys and girls. For parents and teens together.

And certainly for date night.

My husband and I really enjoyed it. I expected to. But it

turned out to be very different from what I expected.
My husband did not expect to, so he was happily surprised.

Wrong is wrong, even if everyone is doing it.

Right is right, even if no one is doing it. 

Review by Lisa Hutson