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PAGE 14 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - February 12, 2023 I do not often experience a conflict of the heart when it comes to choosing which movie to review for my column, but making a decision as to whether I wanted to give my time and my dwindling coffers to “80 for Brady” had me well and truly torn. On one hand, I did have an interest in this film because it stars Sally Field, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno, and Lily Tomlin — four of the most legendary actors to ever grace the silver screen. On the other hand, I OBITUARY NOTICES Your Affordable Alternative Messenger Newspapers On-line & In Print Your notice will be published on-line Monday through Friday the day after we receive them. 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(must run twice) Contact us today to secure your spot in Worship Guide. 614.272.5422 • kathy@columbusmessenger.com A Special Section From columbus did not have an interest in this film because it also stars Tom Brady — one of the most legendary NFL quarterbacks who recently retired for the second time and whose presence looms over this film as much as his specter will throughout the sport for now and all of eternity. Unlike most football fans whose loyalty do not lay with the New England Patriots (or the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, or whatever team on the west coast team that may entice him to come out of retirement later this spring), I have never been a Brady-hater but man has he been grating for the past couple years. First there was the acceptance of the pandemic-relief funds for his multi-million dollar health and wellness business, then there was the drawn out first retirement that had him basking in thousands of puff pieces for months and then taking it all back, then there were the bratty sideline antics when things were not going his way for once, and then there was the nonfungible token scandal, and now I am just about tired of seeing him and hearing about him. If you add all that up, and then throw in the fact that he is a producer on this film and gets a percentage of the box office profit, it really makes you not want to be involved in anything he is involved in, right? After much internal debate between this film and M. Night Shyamalan’s dystopian adaptation “Knock at the Cabin,” I decided to stick with a vow I made to support novels, movies, and television shows that are women-led, women-centered, and showcase people of a certain age living active and full lives. And yes, that even includes women’s lives that partially revolve around finding inspiration from a famous athlete named Tom Brady. Whether or not you like the man in question, “80 for Brady” is an infectiously joyous film. Sure, it has moments that will make you cringe or even give you a headache because of how saccharine it can be, but it is also an engaging and lighthearted story about four friends who take comfort in sport and in each other. Thanks in large part to the chemistry between the main cast, “80 for Brady” had a charm that shines through despite being centered around someone who seems so devoid of it at times. LIST YOUR PALM SUNDAY, GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER WEEK SERVICES ON OUR EASTER CHURCH PAGE in The Westside or Grove City Messenger The page will print in our March 26th issue The deadline for the Easter Church Page is Friday, March 17th at 5:00 pm. Call or email Kathy for More Information 614-272-5422 or kathy@ columbusmessenger.com Grace Ministries 464 Rathmell Rd., Columbus, OH 43137 Visit us at www.graceministries.org Easter Sunday, March 27th Sunrise Communion Service - 7:00 am SAMPLE Easter Service - 10:30 am Easter Egg Hunt immediately following 10:30 service with over 5,000 eggs and prizes www.columbusmessenger.com In Entertainment Ladies in “80 for Brady” score a touchdown The Reel Deal Dedra Cordle Loosely inspired by a true story, “80 for Brady” follows longtime best friends Betty (Field), Trish (Fonda), Maura (Moreno) and Lou (Lily Tomlin) whose love for Tom Brady and the New England Patriots knowns no bounds. Despite having lived on the east coast for most of their lives, the quartet had little interest in football before Tom Brady came onto the scene. In fact, they really didn’t want to watch that fateful game between the Pats and the New York Jets but had to because Lou’s television would not change the channel. When a young Tom Brady came in for an injured Drew Bledsoe, the friends were smitten by his good looks and calm demeanor in the pocket. Instant fans were made that day, and watching them play throughout the years helped Lou through her cancer treatments, took Maura’s mind off the loss of her husband, gave Betty a release from her demanding husband, and allowed Trish to find a second career writing Rob Gronkowski erotica. (Seriously.) Despite their team making several appearances at the Super Bowl, the friends have never attended one of the big games (probably because they cost more than a down payment on a new home) but decide to enter a contest through a local radio station that would send them down to Houston to see the 2017 matchup with the cursed Atlanta Falcons. Having little confidence that their story of finding perseverance through watching Tom Brady and the team would win them the ultimate prize, they try to put it out of their minds and hearts. But then Lou makes the announcement that they did snag the ultimate prize and they would soon be embarking on a journey toward “the best day of their lives.” Naturally, things do not always do as planned, especially in a comedy that features Fonda and Tomlin together with all of their chaotic energy. See 80 FOR BRADY page 15 25th Annual “Best Fish Dinner in Town!” Baked Cod and Fried Perch ST. MARGARET OF CORTONA CHURCH Fridays in Lent: February 24th - March 31st, 4:30 - 7:30 PM Fried Ocean Perch or Baked Cod with choice of two sides: • Baked Potato • Sweet Potato • Macaroni & Cheese • French Fries • Cole Slaw • Applesauce Includes Roll & butter, Homemade Dessert & Free Coffee ADULTS: $15.00 • SENIORS $14.50; CHILDREN (10 & UNDER) $7.00 (Free under 3) Special Family Pricing - $37 (2-Adults & their children) We Accept Credit Cards 1600 N. Hague Ave. INFO: 614-279-1690 Steadfast Helping Hands Food Pantry Located at 4500 Broadway, Grove City, OH Is NOW OPEN on Wednesdays from 3pm to 6pm by appointment only Please Call (614) 871-7445 to set up a time.
www.columbusmessenger.com February 12, 2023 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - PAGE 15 80 FOR BRADY Continued from page 14 Written by “Booksmart” scribes Emily Halpern and Sarah Haskins, the script is a nod to the fact that there is no age limit when it comes to having fun. Not only do the characters have a good time as they get involved in various shenanigans during their Super Bowl experience, but it seems as if the primary and secondary actors are having a good time too. Watching all of this together makes the action all the more engaging to the audience too, despite how outlandish some of the scenes may get. Even with the more farcical elements within this story that is loosely based on real individuals, everything that happens in this film is well-intentioned and designed to garner laughs, which they succeed in doing so. Despite the overall lighthearted tone of the film, there are moments in which the story concentrates of real-life issues related to cancer, death, and love — all of which we can relate to. As a credit to the writers and director Kyle Marvin, all of the transitions between the silly and the serious feel natural to the development of the story and, as a result, makes “80 for Brady” as enjoyable as it is touching — even with all of the mentions and cameo appearances of a certain newly retired quarterback. Grade: B- Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer and columnist. news and notes Project ChildSafe The Grove City Division of Police is participating in a nationwide free gun lock giveaway program to help protect families from unnecessary tragedy. Over the past decade, Project ChildSafe developed a comprehensive program for firearm owners to be safe and responsible – preventing accidents and keeping firearms out of the wrong hands. Free, cable-style gun locks and firearm safety information are available at the Grove City Safety Complex, 3360 Park St. The free gun lock giveaway is part of the national Project ChildSafe Initiative, ensuring safe and responsible firearm ownership and storage. Funding for the locks is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. For more information, contact the division of police at 614-277-1710. Free community meal Bethel Lutheran Church, 4501 Hoover Road in Grove City, will host a free community meal every third Saturday of each month. The food will be served from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, call the church office at 614-875-0510. Grove City Messenger We are the BEST COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER in Grove City FREE Pick-Up At These Locations: Village Municipal Building 3492 1st Ave. Urbancrest Sheetz Gas Station - Broadway & Centerpoint Turkey Hill - Broadway & Centerpoint Speedway Gas Stateion - Boardway & I-270 Shell Gas Station - Broadway & I-270 United Dairy Farmers - Broadway & Southwest CVS Pharmacy - Broadway & Southwest Speedway Gas Station - Broadway & Southwest Grove City Library - 3959 Broadway Planks on Broadway - Broadway & Park St. Mobile Gas Station - Broadway & Paul St. Ernies Carry-Out - Broadway & Paul St. BP Gas Station - Stringtown & Hoover Krogers - Stringtown & Hoover Walgreen’s - Stringtown & McDowell CVS Pharmacy - Stringtown & McDowell Drug Mart - Stringtown & McDowell Speedway Gas Station - Stringtown & I-71 Dollar General - 3065 Broadway Southwest Community Center 3500 1st Ave. Urbancrest Kroger - Hoover & Route 665 Meijer - 665 & Hoover Circle K - 665 & I-71 CVS Pharmacy - 665 & Hoover Dollar General - 665 & Hoover READ US ONLINE: www.columbusmessenger.com ONLY $65.00
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