Greenlight Reviews

Review Summary: Ann and Les were thoroughly disappointed by this depiction of an American icon; they thought the film made this strong woman appear weak and unadmirable. Plot Summary: This bio-pic shows what it was like for Jacqueline Kennedy in the days following JFK's assassination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​Review Summary: Although raunchy, Ann and Les found this movie to be terribly funny and entertaining, and they thought Leonardo DiCaprio was just wonderful as the lead. Plot Summary: Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, this movie chronicles his rise as a wealthy stockbroker living a glamorous life to his subsequent fall ​into crime and corruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Review Summary: While Les enjoyed seeing the life of a local legend up on screen, Ann said that even the Cleveland setting wasn't enough to save this cinematic disaster. Plot Summary: The true story of Danny Greene, a young and tough Irish-American who joins forces with a Mafia gangster in Cleveland in the 1970's and gains a reputation as he avoids several assassination attempts. Learn more about...

Plot: An assassin hides out in Italy for one last assignment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​Review Summary: Ann loved how the writers threw in lots of grown-up jokes, and Les thoroughly enjoyed himself watching the final Shrek movie. Plot Summary: As Shrek is going through a mid-life crisis, he turns to Rumpelstiltskin​ for help, but Shrek soon finds himself tricked and has to race to get back to his old life before it is too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Review Summary: Ann thought this was a beautifully made movie, Les thought that the romance was handled delicately, and both Ann and Les loved the acting and overall charm of this movie. Plot Summary: An Irish immigrant arrives in Brooklyn in the 1950s and falls in love with a local boy. However, when Ireland calls her home, she must choose between both countries and the people who live in each on...

Review Summary: Ann thought that the characters in this movie were unrealistic and unfunny. Les did find some scenes to be funny, although the actual dinner party was not one of them. Plot Summary: A rising executive receives an invitation to his boss's monthly event, a "dinner for idiots," and he finds the perfect guest to bring, since there are advantages to being the exec who brings the biggest...

Review Summary: Ann and Les loved this political thriller, mystery-drama. They thought it was a classic piece of filmmaking, and they found it both touching and intellectually entertaining. Plot Summary: A mother's last wishes sends her twins on a journey to the Middle East, where they discover their family history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Ann and Les thought the Mike Judge (director & writer) created a messy plot in his attempts to follow to many eccentric characters and plotlines. The performances of Bateman and Kunis were excellent, but they can't fully make up for the director's flaws.​​ Plot: The owner of an Extract plant, tries to contend with a myriad of personal and professional problems. Runtime 92 minutes....

Review Summary: Les and Ann adore the sophisticated British humor of this political film. Plot Summary: The US President and UK Prime Minister fancy a war, but they have to do some convincing with their inner circle to get what they want. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: The courage of three real American women, reflected by brilliant performances in this film, moved Ann and Les to tears several times. They highly recommend this film which is a true statement on the evolving American spirit. Plot: Based on the real lives of three African-American women, this film chronicles their journeys to overcome the hurdles of racial prejudice during the era o...

Review Summary: Ann and Les absolutely loved this charming and romantic original musical, which Les thought was the most entertaining movie he's seen in years. Plot Summary: An aspiring actress and a jazz pianist pursue their dreams and fall in love in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Although Ann and Les thought that the movie went downhill during the second half, they loved the scenes with the young boy in the first half. Plot Summary: When a young Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, many miles from home, he has to overcome many challenges before he is finally adopted by a new family; then, 25 years later, he sets out to find the family he lost. L...

Our experienced Hollywood critics, Les Roberts and Ann Elder, discuss the Oscars nominations this year. For each of the 5 main categories, they choose who SHOULD win, and who WILL win. Enjoy their insightful commentary and witty banter to ensure that you are prepared for this year's Academy Awards! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Ann and Les were very excited by this political thriller and thought that Jessica Chastain "played this role to perfection." Plot Summary: Elizabeth Sloane is a ruthless and fearless lobbyist in D.C. who, after taking on the most powerful opponent of her career, discovers just how much it may cost to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ann and Les love this "masterpiece" which reminds them of classic Hollywood films such as "Singing in the Rain" and "Sunset Boulevard." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Despite its great ensemble cast, Ann and Les did not find this romantic comedy to be either romantic or comedic.​ Plot Summary: In this series of interconnected stories, different couples and singles in Los Angeles break up and make up due to the varying expectations of Valentine's Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​Review Summary: Although they liked the acting, Ann and Les found this movie to be extremely depressing without any uplifting moment. Plot Summary: A grieving uncle moves to Manchester to take care of his teenage nephew after the boy's father dies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Ann thought this movie was confusing and messy, and Les thought it did not live up to the "magic" of the book. Plot Summary: A young woman falls in love with a man who involuntarily travels through time, which creates complications in their marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: For Ann and Les, The Blind Side was a little too obvious with its Christian message, telling them what to think instead of ​showing ​them.​ Plot: A homeless and traumatized boy becomes an All American football player and first round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Ann loves this film because it reminds her of the innocent romantic comedies of the 1940's.​ Plot Summary:​ A woman turns an Irish tradition into an elaborate scheme to propose to her boyfriend on Leap Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Les and Ann absolutely adored this heart-wrenching story with a beautiful ending. Plot: A Mumbai teen, who grew up in the slums, becomes a contestant on the Indian version of "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?" Runtime 120 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Review Summary: Ann and Les agree about most of the casting, but Les enjoyed the direction and storyline a little more than Ann did. Plot: A woman receives a novel manuscript from her ex-husband, only to realize he is writing a revenge story about her. The film also delves into the contents of the novel, where a Texas ranger hunts down a woman's murderer. Runtime 116 minutes. Learn more about your...

Ann and Les agree that this movie was over-hyped, confusing, pretentious, and dull.​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While "not a love story," Ann and Les loved the very real, detailed nature of this relationship, which brought them many laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices