Daily Archives: August 19, 2016

Weekend movies: “Ben Hur” beaten down, “War Dogs” neutered, “Kubo” conquers all

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Roger Moore

Had to happen. I mean, last weekend had “Florence Foster Jenkins,” “Anthropoid,” “Pete’s Dragon” and “Sausage Party” opening wide, “Hell or High Water” opening wider. And all were at least pretty good (“Pete’s Dragon”) and most were outstanding. So this … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: “Ben-Hur” loses heart

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Roger Moore

It’s been a pretty good year for faith-based films, with “Risen” and “Miracles from Heaven” showing that Hollywood can get stories about Jesus and those who worship him right. The latest remake of “Ben-Hur” pretty much lets down the side, … Continue reading →

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