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“Irresistible” Movie Review by Josh Davis
“Irresistible” Movie Review by Josh Davis

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July 6, 2020 10:16 am |

“Irresistible” is a perfectly good, funny, sweet, comfort-food comedy about modern politics … about 15 minutes before the ending, which pulls the rug out from under its viewers.  This review won’t spoil the twist, but audiences should be warned — this is not going to go the way you think.  Steve Carell plays Gary Zimmer,...
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“Athlete A” Review by Brooke Daugherty
“Athlete A” Review by Brooke Daugherty

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July 6, 2020 10:03 am |

Warning: this documentary discusses many instances of molestation, so please skip if it could cause any trauma. This documentary isn’t just about the reporters, it includes interviews with the survivors themselves. In 2016, a former gymnast alleged Larry Nassar abused her in the name of physical therapy while she was a child. What happened next...
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“Disclosure” Review by Brooke Daugherty
“Disclosure” Review by Brooke Daugherty

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July 6, 2020 9:47 am |

Disclosure showed at Sundance in January of 2020 to positive reviews prompting Netflix to acquire the rights. It is an emotional documentary everyone should see. Directed by Sam Feder and Executive Produced by Laverne Cox, Disclosure gives a view of Transgender lives both on and off screen including behind the scenes throughout the entire production....
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“Crazy Delicious” Review by Brooke Daugherty
“Crazy Delicious” Review by Brooke Daugherty

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July 6, 2020 9:37 am |

Netflix’s Crazy Delicious is a British food competition show that is less Bake Off and more Alice cooking for the Queen of Hearts in Wonderland. The set is a magical forest where contestants “forge” for ingredients. There are cheeses in a tree and real plants to snip off for freshness. Contestants create their culinary masterpieces...
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