The Maze Runner is a science fiction action movie based on James Dashner's novel and directed by Wes Ball. The film stars Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Ki Hong Lee & Will Poulter. Premise: Thomas is deposited in a community of boys after his memory is erased, soon learning they’re all trapped in a maze that … Continue reading The Maze Runner | Movie Review
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This is Where I Leave You | Movie Review
Starring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver, and Corey Stoll, “This Is Where I Leave You” is based on Jonathan Tropper’s book of the same name. Directed by Shawn Levy the movie is about a the realities of a dysfunctional family. Premise: When their father passes away, four grown siblings, bruised and banged up … Continue reading This is Where I Leave You | Movie Review
TV Review: Resurrection (Premiere)
Based on the book Jason Mott's “The Returned”, Resurrection is a fantasy drama television series about dead people who return to life. The series stars Omar Epps (House M.D.), Landon Gimenez, Matt Crave & Devin Kelley. Premise: The show centers around the inhabitants of Arcadia, Missouri, whose lives are forever changed when their loved ones return from … Continue reading TV Review: Resurrection (Premiere)
Jamie Marks Is Dead | Movie Review
Directed by Carter Smith (The Ruins) and Starring Cameron Monaghan (Shameless), Noah Silver (Tyrant), Morgan Saylor (Homeland) and Madisen Beaty (The Master) is an American drama film based on Christopher Barzak novel “One for Sarrow.” The Plot: Adam McCormick (Cameron Monaghan) becomes fascinated with Jamie Marks (Noah Silver), a classmate who was found dead by the river by Gracie Highsmith (Morgan … Continue reading Jamie Marks Is Dead | Movie Review
The Giver by Lois Lowry | Book Review
The Giver is a novel by Lois Lowry, which was first published in 1993. The novel follows a young boy, Jonas, in a society that eliminated pain and conflicts by eradicating emotional depth from their lives. Jonas is apprehensive about an upcoming ceremony that will determine is “job” in the community. It might not be … Continue reading The Giver by Lois Lowry | Book Review
The 100 | S1 Quick Review
When I first heard about this show I knew that it must have been a book. It was only by the 9th or 10th episode that I found out about Kass Morgan’s book. I watched the entire first season and although I like the show I didn’t feel in love with it or its characters. … Continue reading The 100 | S1 Quick Review
TV Review: Bitten (S1)
I had real doubts about this show but I actually got into it. The characters are interesting and likeable. The supernatural elements are grounded which makes it all feel real. I never read the books, I’ve had them for years, and this show might get me to read into them.
Vampire Academy | Mini Review
I already had low expectations for this movie but I was still hoping to be pleasantly surprised by it. I was wrong! It’s one these “almost movies”, meaning that it’s almost funny, almost entertaining and almost a good movie but not quite. In my opinion the only thing saving the movie is the fight scenes. … Continue reading Vampire Academy | Mini Review
Divergent | Movie Review
A look back and a review of the first movie of the Divergent series.
Worn Out Spines 