‘Brass Teapot’ (2012) an anti-charming indie fable
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Juno Temple and Michael Angorano are as likable as they can be amid the muddled messaging of this would-be wacky indie.
Alexis Bledel
‘Brass Teapot’ (2012) an anti-charming indie fable
Bledel tries to go against type in ‘Violet & Daisy’ (2011)
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Alexis Bledel starts off playing against type as stone-cold assassin Violet, but the film softens around her.
‘Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2’ (2008) a lush sequel
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): The storylines are thin, but it’s nice to see these four talented actresses together again for a summer of adventures.
‘I’m Reed Fish’ (2006) is tasty small fry from great cast
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): A strangely stellar cast brings to life the quirky small-town semi-autobiography of one-and-done screenwriter Reed Fish.
‘Tuck Everlasting’ (2002) an ageless children’s classic
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This adaptation of Natalie Babbitt’s novel will engross kids of a certain age, but adults might find it lacks surprises.
‘Gilmore Girls’ Season 7 reviews
John’s “Gilmore Girls” Season 7 flashback review, johnvhansen.com, Dec. 18, 2014 Brainerd Dispatch: TV review Goodbye, ‘Girls’ By JOHN HANSEN May 10, 2007 Yes, I’m a guy, and yes, I love “Gilmore Girls.” I’ve never […]
‘Gilmore Girls’ Season 3 reviews
John’s “Gilmore Girls” Season 3 flashback review, johnvhansen.com, July 8, 2014 “Gilmore Girls” Season 3 (2002-03, WB), episodes 1-5 — Television’s elite show right now is “Gilmore Girls” (7 p.m. Tuesdays, WB), which packs more wit […]
‘Gilmore Girls’ Season 2 reviews
John’s “Gilmore Girls” Season 2 flashback review, johnvhansen.com, June 10, 2014 “Gilmore Girls” Season 2 (2001-02, WB), episodes 1-16 — “Gilmore Girls” (7 p.m. Tuesdays, WB) may be more a lot more chipper than “Once & […]
‘Gilmore Girls’ Season 1 reviews
John’s “Gilmore Girls” Season 1 flashback review, johnvhansen.com, Nov. 7, 2013 NDSU Spectrum: TV review ‘Gilmore Girls’ makes you want to hug your TV By JOHN HANSEN May 4, 2001 I’ve always been a fan […]
‘A Year in the Life’ puts beautiful bow on ‘Gilmore Girls’ saga
TV review: The streaming era leads to the return of “Gilmore Girls,” with the Palladinos back at the helm.