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  • The Andy Griffith Show (TV Comedy)

    The Andy Griffith Show (TV Comedy)

    1960 to 1968, 249 episodes

    Andy Griffith statues, copyright Paul Singer.

    Genre: TV, Comedy
    TMDB Rating: 8.4
    Clean Rating: 5
    Watched It On: iTunes and DVD

    Watching the entire series again, beginning April 27, 2023 following a visit to Mt. Airy. Visited Mt. Airy again Jan 2024 and thus we watched a couple of episodes that month in Venice, FL. An ongoing pleasure.

    My Comments: The series ran from October 3, 1960, to April 1, 1968. 249 half-hour episodes across eight seasons. 159 episodes in black & white and 90 in color. The producer of The Danny Thomas Show, Sheldon Leonard, and Danny, asked writer Arthur Stander (who’d contributed several of the “Danny Thomas” scripts) to create a pilot show for Griffith. The pilot was filmed and aired. This then gave birth to Andy’s own show. The show was filmed at Desilu Studios and other nearby locations in California.

    The fictitious town of Mayberry was based largely upon Griffith’s home town of Mt. Airy (Surry County), North Carolina, with some inspiration from nearby Pilot Mountain (also in Surry County), plus a good dose of imagination. A wonderful place to visit, Mt. Airy hosts The Andy Griffith Museum and many recreations of the show’s locations and some locations that really exist (such as Snappy Lunch diner). The diner is mentioned in episode 7, which aired November 14, 1960, – “Andy the Matchmaker”). You can read about the California studio set and actual town here.

    There’s something very near and dear to our hearts about Mayberry and its gentle, long-suffering, sheriff. Mayberry is where we all want to live. A place of community, normalcy, pleasantness, and bygone simplicity. This is an excellent TV series to enjoy, laugh along with, and relax with.

    Some of our own “Mayberry” moments below. Photos © Copyright Paul Singer.

    Note: Gallery photos by Paul Singer. Do not download or use without permission.

    Andy and Barney with a full jail

    Trivia: to come …

    I give The Andy Griffith show 4.5 stars for watching pleasure and a perfect Clean5 morality rating.

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  • The Talk of the Town

    1942, 118 min


    Genre: Classics, Drama
    TMDB Rating: 72%

    My Comments:

    √ Watched it 03-18-2023 at our place in Niagara (PS, HS). Excellent interaction between the film’s 3 main characters (Cary Grant, Jean Arthur, and Ronald Colman). It’s an excellent commentary on the interplay on law, morality, and common sense in society. There’s romance brewing, but you can’t tell right away who’s going to get the girl. A wonderful classic.

    ENJOYMENT RATING: 4 stars

    Clean Rating: 5

  • Random Harvest

    Random Harvest

     
     
    1942, 126 min

    Genre: Classics, Romance

    TMDB Rating: 73%

    Clean Rating: 5

    Watched It On: 03-04-2023 at A&C’s place. Truly a beautiful classic romance. Excellent chemistry between Ronald Colman and Greer Garson. Heart wrenching. Thankfully a happy ending.

    ENJOYMENT RATING: 5 stars

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  • Easter Parade

    Easter Parade

    1948, 1 hr, 43 m

    Genre: Classic, Musical
    IMDB Rating: 7.3
    Clean Rating: 5
    Watched It On: DVD

    Watched at Ash’s house in two parts. First half on Easter Sunday, then finished it 04/23/2022.

    My Comments: We try to watch this movie every Easter. This is a classic movie in every sense of the word. Starring Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, Peter Lawford and Ann Miller. Directed by Charles Walters (known for The Unsinkable Molly Brown, 1964; and Ask Any Girl, 1959). Screenplay by Sidney Sheldon. The music is by Irving Berlin (See Britannica and his official site) and includes the songs “Easter Parade”, “Steppin’ Out with My Baby”, and “We’re a Couple of Swells.”

    This is a feel good musical that isn’t so crazy full of musical numbers that you want to run for the hills. Most of them fit in quite naturally. There are two songs we usually fast-forward through because they’re a bit monotonous. Overall, the story is loveable. Each of the four main characters are well cast and do an excellent job as actors. In conclusion: the flick has a cute story, excellent cast, and gorgeous costumes! I must also mention Jules Munshin in his funny bit showing how he makes his “salade francois” – caesar salad. Toss toss, mix mix. Pure delight!

    Jules Munshin as the waiter

    Trivia: Gene Kelly was first set to play Don, but he broke his ankle when he kicked his foot in anger after losing a volleyball game. He suggested Fred Astaire as his replacement. Cyd Charisse was to play the role of Nadine, but she had to drop out due to a torn ligament. Ann Miller was her replacement. Judy Garland had never met Astaire, and while she was a major star, she was still very shy about speaking with him until they were formally introduced.

    I give Easter Parade 4.5 stars for watching pleasure and a perfect Clean5 morality rating.

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  • Walk. Ride. Rodeo.

    Walk. Ride. Rodeo.

    2019, 100 min

    Genre: Biography, Drama
    IMDB Rating: 6.4
    Clean Rating: 5
    Saw It On: Netflix

    My Comments: This is a well acted, inspirational film based on a true story. Both you and your kids will stay engaged. It’s not boring. It’s a worthwhile and moving film. ENJOYMENT RATING: I give it 3.5 stars.
    Common Sense Review: Checkmark for Age 12+

    https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/walk-ride-rodeo

  • Hugo

    Hugo

    2011, 126 min

    Genre: Family, Fantasy
    IMDB Rating: 7.5
    Clean Rating: x
    Watched It On: Netflix

    My Comments: Review by Lisa coming soon. ENJOYMENT RATING: I give it x stars.
    Dove Review: Condensed Dove review to appear here.

    https://dove.org/review/9091-hugo/

  • Son of God

    Son of God

    2014, 138 min

    Genre: Drama, History, Faith
    IMDB Rating: 5.8
    Clean Rating: 5
    Watched On: iTunes

    My Comments: Perfectly clean, but of course there are brutal scenes of Jesus’ torture and crucifixion. Movies can never fully measure up when depicting bible characters, but this is quite a good representation of the life of Christ. Perhaps a bit too rushed. Would have wanted to see more miracles, and less conflict between Jesus and the religious authorities to balance it when comparing to the gospels. This movie is a subsection of the larger movie called The Bible, an award winning, commercial success. It is clear that this movie was lovingly made by people of faith. It is well worth watching. ENJOYMENT RATING: I give it 3.5 stars plus.

    Dove Review: Told with the scope and scale of an action epic, the film features powerful performances, exotic locales, dazzling visual effects and a rich orchestral score from Oscar®- winner Hans Zimmer. Award-winning actor Diogo Morgado portrays Jesus as the film spans from his humble birth through his teachings, crucifixion and ultimate resurrection. The movie is action-packed with special effects, powerful acting, and beautiful cinematography. It marks the first major motion picture about Jesus’ life since Passion of the Christ, released ten years before.

    The best on-screen biblical account of the life of Jesus! 

    “Son of God” is lovingly made from start to finish. It is a warm and moving picture of the life of Jesus from the beginning to the resurrection. Producer Mark Burnett said they could not possibly film everything that happened in the gospels, so he selected certain highlights that conveyed the character and nature of Jesus as the true Son of God. This film is filled with compelling cinematography and closeups that draw the audience right into the midst of each scene.

    I found myself spiritually stirred as I watched this movie. The brutality of the crucifixion reminded me of what Christ willingly endured to redeem the lost. It renewed me. This is a movie with a message. We recommend “Son of God” and award it our Faith Based Seal.

    https://dove.org/review/10176-son-of-god/

  • Go Karts

    Go Karts

    2020, 102 min

    Genre: Family
    IMDB Rating: 5.9
    Clean Rating: 5
    Watched It On: Netflix

    My Comments: Very clean, no issues. Cute movie. ENJOYMENT RATING: I give it 3 stars.
    Dove Review: None available.

  • Captain Marvel

    Captain Marvel

    2019, 124 min

    Genre: Action, Sci-Fi
    IMDB Rating: 6.9
    Clean Rating: 5
    Watched It On: Blu-Ray

    My Comments: Very clean, no issues, except a bit of language. Excellent movie. Exciting. ENJOYMENT RATING: I give it 5 stars.
    Dove Review: This much-awaited origin story is successful in its empowering, inclusive, boundary-breaking mission. Captain Marvel–Carol Danvers in her “real life”–is clearly the most powerful Marvel hero. When we left Avengers: Infinity War, in the devastating finale of that film Nick Fury sends the distress message to Captain Marvel and our hearts were set a-flutter. Captain Marvel is Dove-Approved for Ages 12+.

    https://dove.org/review/15063-captain-marvel/