CLICK (Theatrical Release USA 2006)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì

Click—rated PG-13, but works more at the ‘R’ level due to sexual references—ends with a terrific moral of the story that typifies Adam Sandler movies. The moral of the story comes packaged without preaching and adequately hides itself for the audience to unveil and understand. The movie’s Director Frank Coraci does an outstanding job of moving the story along.

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Storyline

Michael Newman (Adam Sandler) receives a remote control with power to move him into the past or into the future. He begins moving through his future life based on choices he set in motion in his present life.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Frank Coraci for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Barry Bernardi and Tim Herlihy for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Donna Newman (Kate Beckinsale), Morty (Christopher Walken), Ammer (David Hasselhoff), Ted Newman (Henry Winkler), Trudy Newman (Julie Kavner), Bill (Sean Astin), Ben Newman at 7-years old (Joseph Castanon), and Ben at 17-years old (Jonah Hill).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. It’s worth watching for the meaty moral of the story and works on a type of slapstick comedy level for the adult audience. Great work for Director Frank Coraci.

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THE LION KING 1 1/2 (Released to Video USA 2004)

 Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì 

The Lion King 1 ½—improvement to the second film in the series—starts the prequel to the first Lion King presentation. It is the Lion King as seen through the eyes of Timon and Pumbaa. This is a good movie with a solid story, portrayal, and nicely done animation. The voice actors are well chosen. Several voice actors reprise their roles. This is a good watch for children and adults will find it charming. 

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Storyline 

Timon tries to find his calling and a perfect place to call home. He meets a Warthog named Pumbaa. They begin a friendship through shared adventures and experiences.

 Additional Thanks

 Thank you to Director Bradley Raymond for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Sandra Beerenbrock, Laurel Betts, George A. Mendoza, Ilaine Navea, Jason VanBorssum, Julie Vieillemaringe and Associate Producer Michael Paxton for making the film possible. Cast include Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner, Jerry Stiller, Matthew Broderick, Robert Guillaume, Moira Kelly, Whoopi Goldberg, and Cheech Marin. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This movie can be re-watched easily and makes a good addition to the family home library.

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