A One Mann’s Movies review of “Spirited” (2022). For a few month’s now, I’ve been chuckling at the preview Tiktok videos for the festive musical “Spirited”, featuring Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell. (Examples are here, here and here), The movie was out briefly in cinemas (for the inevitable Oscar song attempt) but is also now … Read more
A One Mann’s Movies review of “Instant Family” (2019). Bob the Movie Man’s Rating: (The good news is that I’ve decided to bring back my half stars – hoorah! Man, I’ve missed you.) Certification: UK: 12; US: PG-13. The Plot Pete (Mark Wahlberg) and Ellie (Rose Byrne) are focused and business-oriented home designers. They’ve talked about having … Read more
Some good comedy moments drowned in schmaltz. Bob the Movie Man’s Rating: Comedy and tragedy have always gone together hand-in-hand. Every great comedy tends to have its bitter-sweet moments: Roberts Blossom as the “shovel-killer” grandad in “Home Alone” (who always reminds me of my late Dad… in appearance I might add, not that he was … Read more