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Freaky Friday 1976

Cute ‘Freaky Friday’ (1976) leads to even better 2003 remake

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 John Hansen Movies

‘Freaky Friday’ flashback (Movie reviews): With the sequel “Freakier Friday” coming to theaters, here’s a look back at the original and the most famous remake.

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It's a Boy Girl Thing

‘It’s a Boy Girl Thing’ (2006) tackles the double empathy problem with laughs

July 31, 2025July 9, 2025 John Hansen Movies

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Though the body-swap comedy beats are expected, they are also welcome when played out by Armstrong and Zegers.

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Karate Kid Legends

Despite team-up, ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ is legendarily dull

July 12, 2025July 12, 2025 John Hansen Cobra Kai/Karate Kid

Movie review: The franchise’s branches intertwine, but without the humor of “Cobra Kai,” this sixth film packs little punch.

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Fear Street Prom Queen

‘Prom Queen’ invites more disposable ‘Fear Street’ fun

May 27, 2025May 30, 2025 John Hansen Horror Movies

Movie review: The fourth film based on R.L. Stine’s books exercises its nostalgia for the “Prom Night” movies.

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Prom Night III and IV

Stand up these dates: ‘Prom Night III: The Last Kiss’ (1990) and ‘Prom Night IV: Deliver Us from Evil’ (1991)

April 9, 2025April 17, 2025 John Hansen Horror Movies

‘Prom Night’ saga (Movie reviews): The third time is not the charm for this Canadian slasher franchise. Nor is the fourth, although it’s a tad better.

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Hello Mary Lou Prom Night II

‘Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II’ (1987) a hidden slasher gem

April 8, 2025April 8, 2025 John Hansen Horror Movies

‘Prom Night’ saga (Movie review): No Jamie Lee? No problem, as this sequel has everything else, and somehow it’s a wild ride more so than a dumpster fire.

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Prom Night

Curtis and burgeoning tropes go to ‘Prom Night’ (1980)

April 7, 2025April 17, 2025 John Hansen Horror Movies

‘Prom Night’ saga (Movie review): Another vintage horror franchise launches by roping an annual American event into the slasher fold.

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WarGames

‘WarGames’ ’ (1983) influence on hacking, AI movies remains strong

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 John Hansen Movies

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): But it can’t be ignored that the film glosses over how the game gets confused with reality.

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Suspiria 1977

‘Suspiria’ (1977): Style, sounds, Suzy … and a slice of story

March 21, 2025April 17, 2025 John Hansen Dario Argento

Frightening Friday (Movie review): Despite telling a simple tale, Dario Argento presents a whole ’nother – but equally effective – way to craft a horror film.

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Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 3

‘Cobra Kai’ Season 6, Part 3 ties the belt on Johnny’s journey

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 John Hansen Cobra Kai/Karate Kid

TV review: The final five-episode batch of the 65-episode series has some wildly illegal punches, but ultimately lands a winning kick.

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