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Homework - September 29, 2020

This often overlooked Ivan Reitman movie has all the fun and feel of Ghostbusters with a whole new host of monsters and an unlikely but lovable cast of heroes.

The same director of Stripes, Twins, Kindergarten Cop, and Ghostbusters brings us a new spin on the alien invasion premise with great special effects and a range of humor from this ensemble cast.

Evolution stars David Duchovny, Orlando Jones, Sean William Scott, and the wonderful Julianne Moore. Getting to see Duchovny and Moore in comedic roles is a treat, and Scott and Jones are in their comfort zones of comedy.

With cameos from Ethan Suplee, Ty Burrell, and Dan Aykroyd, the humorous world in Evolution comes to life with ease. This movie is chocked full of hilarious scenes and memorable one-liners that will keep you coming back for a rewatch.

Currently on Netflix and Amazon in Canada, DirecTV and Starz in the US, this is the missing link of Reitman movies that everyone should see.

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