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Strays

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  Strays is the latest comedy to grace theaters, starring the voices of Will Ferrell as Reggie, and Jamie Foxx as Bug. When Reggie gets abandoned by his owner in the city, Bug and his friends must assist Reggie come to terms with his new life as a stray. Together, the group embark on a journey to help Reggie find his way back home, with the goal of seeking revenge on his owner Doug. What follows is The Good, The Bad, and The Spoilers of Strays. The Good Strays is a comedy brimming with crude and crass humor that consistently hits the mark. Throughout the film, audiences will find themselves laughing at jokes that occasionally push, or leap over, the normal limits. While much of the comedy is straight forward, I enjoyed some of the more subtle jokes such as jabs at other dog-centric films like A Dog’s Purpose . Will Ferrell and Jamie Foxx do an exceptional job voicing the main characters and truly bring them to life. The Bad Once again, Strays is a crude comedy, but sadly i

The Last Voyage of the Demeter

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  The Last Voyage of the Demeter sailed into theaters this past weekend. This movie gives life to the captain’s log in Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”. The crew of the merchant ship Demeter sailed to London, as they have countless times before. What should be a routine job and hefty bonus, soon becomes a fight for survival as the crew learns that there is a monstrous presence aboard. What follows is  The Good, The Bad, and The Spoilers  of  The Last Voyage of the Demeter . The Good While the story The Last Voyage of the Demeter is based on excerpts from a classic horror novel, the idea to bring these logs to life was genius. This film provides a story to the events that took place over a single chapter in the novel. While those of us who have read the novel know how the story will end, it did not change the intrigue in seeing how the story would play out. The cast does an amazing job making this believable with great performances throughout. The Bad Unfortunately, the unique take on

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

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  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is the latest reboot of those turtle crime fighters that we all love. Having spent years isolated from the human world, the Turtle brothers embark on a journey to capture the affection of New Yorkers and gain recognition as typical teenagers. Supported by their newfound ally, April O'Neil, they confront a enigmatic crime syndicate. However, their challenges escalate when they find themselves facing an onslaught of mutants. What follows is The Good, The Bad, and The Spoilers of  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. The Good Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem delivers an abundance of laughter with its comedic writing, offering a delightful experience for the entire family. The humor is not only clever but also accessible to audiences of all ages, making it a perfect choice for family movie nights. Adding to its charm, the film boasts a captivating art style that elevates the visual appeal, creating a vibrant and i