Greenlight Reviews

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 of Jim Crow Laws, in order to help NASA put the first man in space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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