FlixChatter Review: Wonka (2023) – Paul King’s sprightly musical has just the right dose of kookiness, magical whimsy + heart

Roald Dahl's classics have been popular in Hollywood, and one that’s been adapted several times is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I actually have never seen any of the adaptations, and frankly, I wasn’t even all that interested in seeing this one. Yet I was willing to check it out as it’s written, produced, and …

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A pair of musicals to look forward to this December 2023: The Color Purple + Wonka

Two of the first three Hollywood films my late mom introduced me to when I was a tween were musicals, My Fair Lady (1964) and The Sound of Music (1965) so naturally I have a soft spot for musical movies. I do have to admit though that I have not seen the original films of …

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Music Break: Five great songs/theme from Richard Curtis’ films

I haven't done a Music Break post in a while but today I might as well hit two birds with one stone to highlight Richard Curtis. Today the British writer/director turns 57 and his time-travel rom-com About Time starring Domhnall Gleeson & Rachel McAdams opens today in the US as well, so I thought why …

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Special Anniversary Top Ten: Memorable Wedding Scenes

10th on the 10th. My friend Becky just pointed that out to me yesterday as I was completely oblivious 😀 Well, today is my 10th wedding anniversary with my beloved. Time flies when you're having fun they say, and I'm truly blessed that I still adore my husband – if not more so – today …

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