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  Oppenheimer 2023

  ★★★★½ Watched 02 Mar 2025

  Great movie combining important times in US history, fascinating characters and strong acting. Particularly compelling in an I-Max theater.

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  Niagara 1953

  ★★★ Watched 22 Feb 2025

  I’m giving Niagara a 3 considering the era. The plot is decent. The characters and acting are OK. Marilyn Monroe is such an iconic figure it adds to movie’s interest. But it is a bit slow, predictable and of course dated.

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  Miracle on 34th Street 1947

  ★★★★★ Watched 26 Dec 2024

  Miracle on 34th Street draws you into the miracle of Christmas. It’s not a time -  it’s a mindset Santa Claus declares. He says you need to put common sense aside and believe and keep on believing. 

  While this movie bristles with Christmas spirit, it’s also a heart-warming love story, and a wonderful reminder for all of us about finding true joy and happiness in life.

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  Summer with Monika 1953

  ★★★★ Watched 20 Dec 2023

  It’s a great movie portraying how a serious romantic relationship that starts out very strong can be doomed to unravel because of each person’s different underlying values. 

  The first two thirds of the movie is slow - it was filmed in 1953 - but the last third pulls it altogether.  The path of the film may seem predictable at times but strong acting and a compelling theme keep you engrossed. 

  I credit Ryan’s high rating for leading us to this film.

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