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The Final Cut: Guarding Tess (1994) — An Unexpected Little Treasure

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I didn’t expect much when I saw Guarding Tess in theaters in 1994. More than 30 years and countless repeat viewings later, this charming comedy remains one of my unexpected favorites. Continue reading →

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The Final Cut: The Cowboys — More Than a John Wayne Western

Posted on October 28, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

More than 50 years after first seeing The Cowboys, I revisit one of John Wayne’s finest performances. What I remembered as a childhood tragedy has become a remarkable story about fatherhood, mentorship, sacrifice, and the boys who grew up along the trail. Continue reading →

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The Final Cut: Arthur 2: On the Rocks (1988) Review

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Nearly 40 years after dismissing Arthur 2: On the Rocks as a terrible sequel, I decided to give Dudley Moore another chance. The result? More laughs than I remembered, some touching moments, and a movie I no longer hate. But is it actually worth watching? Continue reading →

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I Didn’t Expect to Enroll at Hogwarts

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I avoided Harry Potter for years, assuming it just wasn’t for me. Then I finally watched the movies and accidentally became a fan. Butterbeer, however, remains indefensible. Continue reading →

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