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Reagan: A Movie to Consider

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There's a new movie to consider. I have three heroes: St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Winston Churchill and Ronald Reagan. I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Reagan and hear him speak three years before he became president. His spreech was wonderful. I have read four biographies of Reagan along with Reagan in His Own Hand . Reagan wrote most of his own speeches and kept a daily diary. The book reproduces more than 50 of them. He was brilliant and prescient. Most importantly, he was a true patriot who loved this nation.  The reactions to the movie are sadly predictable, so far.  Only 26% of the critics have liked it, so far. The audiences love it -- 97%! I haven't seen it yet but I will soon and am really looking for it. 

I Saw "Twisters" This Evening in IMAX

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I'm going to try to give you some impressions without spoilers.  Liked the movie; the three others in our party liked it more than I. I suspect that was because I was influenced by the too-many scientific errors. There's not much chemistry between Kate and Tyler, the two leads.  Kate and Tyler are probably the two worst storm chasers in history. I can't explain why without spoiling parts of the movie but I suspect you'll figure out what I mean.  Twisters  was probably the least impressive IMAX movie I've seen. Normally, I love IMAX but it didn't seem to be more vivid or exciting than I suspect it would on a regular screen. That said, the special effects are terrific.  A movie theatre (for the same reasons as a non-reinforced gym) is a terrible place to shelter during a tornado. The roof can too easily collapse.  Hope Reed Timmer and Pecos Hank received payment for the use of their characters.  I give the movie  three out 🌪️🌪️🌪️ of four funnel c...