Author: John Spry

I am a reviewer of films and television at Spryfilm.com and I upload stories to thisissouthtaranaki.com.

Television/Streaming review: “Project Blue Book – Episode Eight – War Games” (2019)

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“Project Blue Book - Episode Eight – War Games” Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Created by: David O'Leary Featuring: Aidan Gillen, Laura Mennell, Michael Harney, Ksenia Solo, Michael Malarkey Remote Viewing: "The practice of seeking impressions about a distant or unseen target, purportedly using extrasensory perception (ESP) or "sensing" with the mind." This new series revolves around secret U.S. Air Force investigations into …

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Trailer: “Toy Story 4” (2019)

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"Toy Story 4" (2019) The film continues from Toy Story 3, where Sheriff Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), among their other toy friends, have found new appreciation after being given by Andy Davis to Bonnie Anderson. They are introduced to Forky (Tony Hale), a spork that has been made into a toy, and they soon embark on a road …

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DVD review: “Destination Wedding” (2018) 

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"Destination Wedding" (2018)  Comedy Running Time: 85 minutes Written and Directed by: Victor Levin Featuring: Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves Lindsay:"Why didn't we meet seven years ago?" Frank:"Just lucky I guess." "Destination Wedding" (2018) released this month on DVD is an unusual movie, a romantic comedy featuring two stars of the past reunited onscreen after twenty years, last …

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DVD review: “Born Racer” (2018)

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"Born Racer" (2018)  Documentary Running Time: 88 minutes Directed by: Bryn Evans Featuring: Scott Dixon, Emma Davies-Dixon and Kenny Szymanski Emma Davies-Dixon:"...unless he's going really fast, he doesn't feel alive." Released this month on DVD is the documentary "Born Racer" (2018) based mostly around New Zealand born car racer Scott Dixon who now makes his …

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DVD review: “Unbroken: Path to Redemption” (2018)

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"Unbroken: Path to Redemption" (2018) Drama Running Time: 98 minutes Written by: Richard Friedenberg and Ken Hixon Directed by: Harold Cronk Featuring: Samuel Hunt, Merritt Patterson, Vincenzo Amato, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Bobby Campo, Bob Gunton, Maddalena Ischiale, David Sakurai and Gary Cole Released this month on DVD is a movie, "Unbroken: Path to Redemption" (2018) that is, at first glance an oddity as …

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Trailer: “Avengers: Endgame” (2019)

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Trailer: "Avengers: Endgame" (2019) https://videopress.com/v/ecuyt8hf Following the events of Avengers: Infinity War, with half of the universe killed in an event dubbed "The Decimation", the universe lies in shambles and the remaining Avengers and their allies must reassemble to repair the damage caused by Thanos and bring harmony back to the universe. The film is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo with …

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4K Blu-ray review: “Bad Times at the El Royale” (2018)

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"Bad Times at the El Royale" (2018)  Thriller/Action Running Time: 141 minutes Written & directed by: Drew Goddard Featuring:  Jeff Bridges, Cynthia Erivo, Dakota Johnson, Jon Hamm, Cailee Spaeny, Lewis Pullman, Nick Offerman and Chris Hemsworth Miles Miller:[to Father Flynn] "This is not a place for a priest, Father. You shouldn't be here." Laramie Seymour Sullivan:"We might need to work on your sales pitch, …

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Trailer: “Disney’s Aladdin” (2019)

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Trailer: "Disney's Aladdin" (2019) https://videopress.com/v/54fJzigf Aladdin_Trailer2_NZ A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. “Aladdin” opens in NZ Cinemas nationwide May 23, 2019.

Trailer: “The LEGO Movie 2” (2019)

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Trailer: "The LEGO Movie 2" (2019) The much-anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed, global box office phenomenon that started it all, "The LEGO Movie 2" reunites the heroes of Bricksburg in an all new action-packed adventure to save their beloved city. It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are now facing …

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Television/Streaming review: “The Passage – Episode Ten – Last Lesson” (2019)

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"The Passage – Episode Ten - Last Lesson" (2019) Ten Episodes Created by: Liz Heldens based on the novels written by Justin Cronin Featuring: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Saniyya Sidney, Vincent Piazza, Brianne Howey McKinley Belcher III, Jamie McShane, Caroline Chikezie, Emmanuelle Chriqui Wolgast: "They all went home." The final and hopefully last ever episode has arrived of the show based on the excellent adult …

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Television/Streaming review: “The Passage – Episode Nine – Stay in the Light” (2019)

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"The Passage – Episode Nine - Stay in the Light" (2019) Ten Episodes Created by: Liz Heldens based on the novels written by Justin Cronin Featuring: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Saniyya Sidney, Vincent Piazza, Brianne Howey McKinley Belcher III, Jamie McShane, Caroline Chikezie, Emmanuelle Chriqui Amy: "I never used to believe in monsters. I do now" The ninth and thankfully second to last episode has …

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Blu-ray/DVD review: “Doctor Who – Season 11

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"Doctor Who - Season 11 Television/Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Produced by: Chris Chibnall Featuring: Jodie Whittaker, Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole, and Mandip Gill Tim Shaw: "Who are you?"  The Doctor: "I'm glad you asked that again. Bit of adrenaline, dash of outrage, and a hint of panic knitted my brain back together. I know exactly who I am! …

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Television/Streaming review: “The Passage – Episode Eight – You Are Not That Girl Anymore” (2019)

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"The Passage – Episode Eight - You Are Not That Girl Anymore" (2019) Ten Episodes Created by: Liz Heldens based on the novels written by Justin Cronin Featuring: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Saniyya Sidney, Vincent Piazza, Brianne Howey McKinley Belcher III, Jamie McShane, Caroline Chikezie, Emmanuelle Chriqui Grey: "The truth is I dont have a choice and neither do you." The eighth episode has arrived …

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Movie review: “Captain Marvel” (2019)

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"Captain Marvel" (2019)  Action Running Time: 124 minutes Written by: Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck and Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Jac Schaeffer Directed by: Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck Featuring:  Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Djimon Hounsou, Lee Pace, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, Clark Gregg and Jude Law Carol Danvers:"What is this?" Nick Fury:"It's a shield logo." Carol Danvers:"Does announcing your identity help with …

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Trailer: “Hellboy” (2019)

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"Hellboy" (2019) Hellboy_16x9_Trailer2_ONLINE_APRIL11_HD-Online Hellboy is back, and he’s on fire. From the pages of Mike Mignola’s seminal work, this action packed story sees the legendary half-demon superhero called to the English countryside to battle a trio of rampaging giants. There he discovers The Blood Queen, Nimue, a resurrected ancient sorceress thirsting to avenge a past …

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Television/Streaming review: “Project Blue Book – Episode Seven – The Scoutmaster” (2019)

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“Project Blue Book - Episode Seven – The Scoutmaster” (2019) Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Created by: David O'Leary Featuring: Aidan Gillen, Laura Mennell, Michael Harney, Ksenia Solo, Michael MalarkeyC Deep Throat: "The pseudonym given to the secret informant who provided information in 1972 to Bob Woodward, who shared it with Carl Bernstein. Woodward and Bernstein were reporters for The Washington Post, and Deep Throat provided key details …

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Television/Streaming review: “Project Blue Book – Episode Six – The Green Fireballs” (2019)

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“Project Blue Book - Episode Six – The Green Fireballs” (2019) Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Created by: David O'Leary Featuring: Aidan Gillen, Laura Mennell, Michael Harney, Ksenia Solo, Michael Malarkey Red Scare: "This was a period (1947-57) of paranoia about communist infiltration or invasion in the United States. During this period, ordinary Americans were paralysed by a fear of ‘Reds under the …

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Television/Streaming review: “Project Blue Book – Episode Five – Foo Fighters” (2019)

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“Project Blue Book - Episode Five – Foo Fighters” (2019)  Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Created by: David O'Leary Featuring: Aidan Gillen, Laura Mennell, Michael Harney, Ksenia Solo, Michael Malarkey Crop Circle: "An area of standing crops which has been flattened in the form of a circle or more complex pattern. No general cause of crop circles has been identified although various natural …

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Streaming review: “Behind the Curve” (2018)

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"Behind the Curve" (2018)  Documentary Running Time: 96 minutes Directed by: Daniel J. Clark Featuring: Darryle Marble Modern flat Earth societies: "Organizations that promote the misconception that the Earth is flat rather than a globe. Such groups date from the middle of the 20th century; some adherents are serious and some are not. Those who are serious are often motivated by pseudoscience or Biblical …

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