Tag Archives: drama

How to Spend a Week Binge Watching a TV Show

Posted on January 5, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Younger (2015 – 2021) My wife insisted. I’m not sure what the appeal is, because it’s a world that we hardly are aware of: book publishing. Culturally, it speaks to the rarified air of New York society, in much the … Continue reading →

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Just When You Think You’ve Seen It All:

Posted on April 18, 2025 by cdsmiller17

“…And Justice For All” (September 15, 1979) I remember this film. It seemed a little improbable at the time, but recent events in the United States have brought it back to mind. EVERYBODY should be afforded a due process before … Continue reading →

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O, Think Twice, Cause It’s Another Day for U & Me in…

Posted on January 30, 2025 by cdsmiller17

Paradise (2025) If you only watch episode 1, you’ll be forgiven if it feels a little like the Gerard Butler series of films about protecting the President. But this one has a twist, and it requires a huge suspension of … Continue reading →

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Will It Rain or Shine on St. Swithin’s Day?

Posted on March 17, 2024 by cdsmiller17

One Day (2024) This show is described as a drama series. It certainly isn’t a lot of fun. A Romeo/Juliet style love story for the modern day. Dexter is a rich boy from London, Emma is a a poor girl … Continue reading →

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“I’m a Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here”*

Posted on November 22, 2023 by cdsmiller17

The Crown (Season 6, Part 1) In my humble opinion, reckless media coverage of Diana (and Dodi) caused the crash that killed them. In this final season of “The Crown” I think the show decided that blaming Henri for his … Continue reading →

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A David and Goliath Story for Today

Posted on October 20, 2023 by cdsmiller17

The Burial (2023) This may be the last film we’ll watch on Amazon Prime Video. It’s based on a true story and it has some very good moments, some totally unexpected and some that were telegraphed ahead of time, perfectly. … Continue reading →

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Adapting to Adoption

Posted on February 6, 2020 by cdsmiller17

A Fairy Tale Once upon a time, there was a little child who needed a new family to keep her safe and secure. Then she was adopted. After some traumatic adventures, some good and some bad, she lived happily ever … Continue reading →

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