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“maudie” movie review

Lois Alter Mark8 years ago5 years ago31 mins

I hesitate to tell you that Maudie is, hands-down, my favorite movie of the year so far because I know how easy it is to be disappointed when you go in with such high expectations. But I’m pretty sure you will love Maudie, too.

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“maggie’s plan” movie review

Lois Alter Mark9 years ago5 years ago251 mins

Every time I see Greta Gerwig in a movie, I just want to be her friend. She seems so down-to-earth and authentic and, like the best actors, she never seems to be acting. In Rebecca Miller’s new film, Maggie’s Plan, Gerwig plays the title character — a Manhattan millennial who’s made a career out of…

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“seymour: an introduction”

Lois Alter Mark10 years ago5 years ago91 mins

I love finding little gems of movies that introduce me to subjects I knew nothing about and that make me think about them long after the credits roll. Seymour: An Introduction is one of those little gems.

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“boyhood”

Lois Alter Mark11 years ago5 years ago201 mins

If the Academy Awards were handed out today, Boyhood would easily win for Best Picture. It is, without a doubt, the most original movie of the year.

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About Amber Readmond "As a former flight attendant, travel fuels my passion for life. Whether enjoying luxury cruises and resorts or embracing more adventurous travel like camping or road-tripping, I’m happiest when exploring new places, soaking in nature, and creating meaningful connections along the way."... Read More

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Lois Alter Mark of Midlife At The Oasis

About Lois Alter Mark “At this point in my life, I know what makes me happy, and I’m going for it. Midlife at the Oasis is a community of women who feel the same way, and who have the power to make things happen — for themselves and others. As someone once said — and, really, I would credit them if I could remotely remember who it was — it’s the second act that has the happy ending.”… Read More

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