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The A-Team trailer
OK. As a child I lived for “The A-Team”. Owned all the action figures. Hell, I owned the van. Watched the show religiously. And even ate Mr. T cereal. So, when I heard they were going to make an “A-Team” film. I was excited. Beyond words.

Now like the reality of the aging process. I was a bit disappointed. Not saying it was bad. It was entertaining. But, being former military. I find too many faults in “Military” based films. So, I will put that aside. And give you a short breakdown.

Four former Iraq veterans are tried for war crimes. They all are found guilty and escape prison to clear their names. The cat and mouse game between the CIA and the U.S Army and “The A-Team”. Keeps you guessing and entertained.

Now it is has some flaws from the original T.V series. And I won’t get into that. But, all and all it was good. It kept me entertained. And that is all I wanted from my childhood heroes. I give this a

Grown Ups Trailer

Well. I have not been to the show in sometime. And I hate to say this was not a wise choice. But, that is what happens when the movie rust sets in. Bad decisions.
In 1978 a group of friends win a basketball championship. 30 years later. Their coach passes away. Bringing back the coaches only winning team to pay tribute to his life. They rent a lake house. for the weekend. Where 30 years year earlier the coach gave them a speech. That seemed to have an impact on all their lives.

As the weekend unfolds. You are introduced to the characters and all their imperfections. Their desire for a simpler life. And the need for their kids to enjoy an outdoor life and not be glued to T.V and their phones.

The film had some funny parts. But, none that stood out. The underlying message about parenthood is the best part of the film. In all honesty I would wait for DVD. I like Adam Sandler and the entire cast. But, it fell a bit short for me. So,  I give it a