The Last Song Movie Review

Rating: PG - 4 out of 5 STARS!!!

Release Date:   March 31, 2010
Genre:              Drama/Romance
Director:          Julie Ann Robinson

Cast: Miley Cyrus, Greg Kinnear, Bobby Coleman, Liam Hemsworth, Kelly Preston, and many more.

I love a good transformation movie and that is what happens throughout this piece. You will see a troubled teen allow herself to become vulnerable and transform into a beautiful person that matures from life experiences. The changing relationships with all involved will ultimately restore your hope and confidence in the potential that each of us possess and in the dreams we have for our families and for ourselves.

You will laugh, you will cry, and you will embrace this film as it has great depth and layered storylines that will make it endearing to most. If you can get past “Miley Cyrus/Hannah Montana” and focus on the story and be entertained in the moment, rather than compare this with other Sparks movies/books, then you’ll enjoy it. I think The Last Song is worth the investment made to see it on the big screen.

FYI: Rated PG for thematic material, some violence, sensuality and mild language.

The Blind Side Movie Review

Rating: PG-13 - 5 out of 5 STARS!!!
Release Date: November 20, 2009
Genre: Drama/Biography/Sport
Director: John Lee Hancock


Cast: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Jae Head, Lily Collins, Ray McKinnon, Kim Dickens, Kathy Bates, and more.

The Blind Side is a very poignant story that will resonate with everyone. It tells of divides that exist but that love and compassion can conquer unconditionally. You will leave the theater feeling inspired to live a better, more meaningful life. I highly recommend you see The Blind Side.

Sandra Bullock was brilliant in this role and her performance was flawless. She deserves to win an Oscar for her portrayal in this film. This elevates her career to a whole new level of excellence. She embodied the character completely and you no longer saw the nuances of Sandra in this part. Child actor, Jae Head, gives a breakout performance as well on screen. Accolades!!

FYI: Bring tissues as it will tug on your heartstrings!

Warning: Rated PG-13 for one scene involving brief violence, drug, and sexual references.

Dear John Movie Review

Rating: PG-13 - 4 out of 5 STARS!!!
Release Date: February 5, 2010
Genre: Romance/Drama/War
Director: Lasse Hallstrom

Cast: Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried, Richard Jenkins, Henry Thomas, and more.

Dear John is an endearing film about an improbable romance between two people from different worlds. You will experience many emotions when investing in this story that tells of two great loves; that of a father and son, and a new found love that tries to go the distance during war time while facing the challenges that presents.

Richard Jenkins delivers an outstanding performance in his supporting role. Dear John does not have the same appeal as The Notebook but does offer old-fashioned charm and romance and makes for a great date movie. Enjoy!

FYI: Bring tissue and wear waterproof mascara ladies.

Warning: Rated PG-13 for some sensuality and violence.