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Winter's Bone

reviewed on November 26th, 2012 03:50PM

I sincerely wish films like WINTER'S BONE would get more attention. On the surface, it just looks absolutely dull, but I promise you this: despite a somewhat slow pace, 'dull' is not a word I would use to describe this film. If you're looking for ...

The Cabin in the Woods

reviewed on November 1st, 2012 03:29AM

I'm not even sure where to begin with this one. I'll do my best not to spoil anything, as it's one of those films in which the less you know, the better, as I'm sure you've heard (or read) by now. There are many adjectives I can use to describe...

Brave

reviewed on June 23rd, 2012 02:35AM

Those expecting Brave to be on the same high pedestal as their previous efforts may find themselves a wee bit underwhelmed, but that does NOT mean that this is a bad movie by any stretch of the imagination. Quite the opposite, actually; Brave is a...

Prometheus

reviewed on June 9th, 2012 03:30PM

So, here it is at last, after months and months of waiting for Ridley Scott's return to the sci-fi universe. Was it worth the wait? For the most part, yes. But there's a certain ambiguity to Prometheus that will either delight you or completely tu...

Chronicle

reviewed on May 20th, 2012 02:24AM

Despite my disinterest in the found-footage genre, CHRONICLE turned out to be a film that works on pretty much every level, which is something we don't see much of in Hollywood these days. It's a lightning-paced, thrilling, and even dramatically c...

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

reviewed on February 1st, 2012 12:17AM

Watching this again on glorious Blu-Ray reminded me just how much I love this film, and how truly beautiful and majestic cinema can be, especially when they focus on seemingly trivial things such as 'character development' and 'story.' Don't get m...

Toy Story 3

reviewed on December 17th, 2011 03:05AM

Another Pixar triumph. Need I say more? I could stop right there, as chances are, it would be enough to convince just about anyone to watch this. Every ingredient that has brought Pixar to such a high level of excellence is present: an entertai...

May

reviewed on July 19th, 2011 07:49PM

Good, bloody fun. If that's what you're looking for, you'll find it here. But if you're also looking for something with a little more elegance and style than the average slasher flick, well, it's your lucky day. MAY is a wonderfully constructed, b...

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

reviewed on May 6th, 2011 10:06PM

The third chapter of C.S. Lewis' epic fantasy may not quite reach the heights of the first two films, but I'll be damned if I didn't enjoy it. The fact that a new director took the helm (Michael Apted, whose resume really isn't bad at all) concern...

Scream 4

reviewed on April 19th, 2011 09:50PM

So here we are, fifteen years after the original film that reinvented slasher films. I'm sure many of you, like myself, were both excited and terrified at the idea of a fourth Scream...I mean, there's only so much you can do with these ideas, righ...

Black Swan

reviewed on December 21st, 2010 05:50PM

Darren Aronofsky's BLACK SWAN is, simply put, nothing less than astonishing. Given the director's amazing body of work, I really shouldn't have been surprised by what he delivered here; not only did this film surpass my already high expectations, ...

V for Vendetta

reviewed on December 10th, 2010 05:09AM

V FOR VENDETTA is the rarest of Hollywood entertainment: it functions on a basic entertainment level, while offering a story that is complex, funny, thrilling, and emotionally (as well as intellectually) resonant, and multi-dimensional characters ...

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

reviewed on November 21st, 2010 01:19AM

So here we are. The first part of the finale of this epic saga. I'm surprised by how much I've really gotten into this series. At first, I had little to no interest in the world of Harry Potter, but as the series has progressed, the characters hav...

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

reviewed on November 17th, 2010 04:00AM

What started as a charming children's adventure has evolved into a much darker, dramatically competent, and frankly, beautiful piece of filmmaking. I haven't read the books yet, but each film has progressively gotten better in every respect: the c...

Princess Mononoke

reviewed on October 16th, 2010 05:41AM

Simply put, PRINCESS MONONOKE is a towering achievement - not only in the world of animation, but in the world of cinema. These days, when people think of animation, they think of hokey childrens' movies with cardboard characters and plots that ar...

The Neverending Story

reviewed on September 10th, 2010 04:43PM

I remember ADORING this movie as a kid, but I don't think I ever truly realized just how profoundly creative this film is. Think about it: a world created by human dreams and imagination, and threatened by a form of emptiness - a lack of imaginati...

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

reviewed on July 5th, 2010 04:18AM

Watching the first few minutes of this film, which features a surprisingly intense battle sequence, I knew I was in for something special - something that would go beyond the family film cliches. And while the overall framework of the story may se...

The Blind Side

reviewed on June 24th, 2010 08:22AM

This movie belongs to Sandra Bullock, through and through. I'm sure we're all familiar with her knack for comedy, but like many comic actors, she's just as well-versed in drama. Anyone with half a brain can see where this "based on a true story" i...

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009)

reviewed on June 15th, 2010 05:36AM

At nearly 2 1/2 hours, THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO is not going to appeal to everyone. Aside from the epic runtime, this can be a very difficult film to watch. It is relentlessly dark, and occasionally quite violent. But if you're looking for ...

How To Train Your Dragon

reviewed on June 12th, 2010 01:41PM

Prior to its release, I hadn't heard much about this movie, except that it featured dragons, vikings, and was being produced by Dreamworks. Now, it's no secret that the studio has been hit-or-miss over the last few years. They've milked the ever-l...

Notes on a Scandal

reviewed on June 3rd, 2010 05:14AM

Notes On a Scandal is pure, unadulterated melodrama - but when it's so expertly crafted as this one, it's easy to turn a blind eye to just how ridiculously over the top the story really is. This is a deliciously dark, tightly paced, and magnificen...

Avatar

reviewed on December 19th, 2009 03:28AM

I went into AVATAR with moderately high expectations, knowing well that, despite the glowing reviews, it had received its fair share of criticisms. As the lights in the theater dimmed, I put on my 3D glasses, ready to see what Jim Cameron gave us ...

Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire

reviewed on November 27th, 2009 08:05PM

After reading glowing reviews of this film, and it's all-star cast including Mariah Carey, Paula Patton, and Mo'nique (not sure if I put the apostrophe where it's supposed to go :P ), I decided to give it a try. I'm a sucker for heartfelt, gritty ...

District 9

reviewed on September 8th, 2009 02:07AM

I appreciated the ideas presented in DISTRICT 9. Unfortunately, ideas are not enough to carry a movie; you need strong characters and emotions if you're going to pull off a film of this nature. There were many times in this film I found myself won...

Ponyo

reviewed on August 11th, 2009 08:00PM

Easily one of the most charming films in Hayao Miyazaki's amazing body of work, PONYO is a delight from start to finish. In fact, this one's probably more kid-friendly than anything Miyazaki's done before, but don't let that turn you off; every fr...

Up

reviewed on May 30th, 2009 08:00PM

Hollywood could learn a thing or ten from Pixar, as it seems as if they are the ONLY studio who cares more about storytelling and characters rather than making the big bucks. And, to me, it seems like they have a lot of fun making movies, which I ...

Nothing But the Truth

reviewed on April 24th, 2009 08:00PM

Movies "inspired by true events" rarely get the kind of treatment this story has been given. Yes, it does give in to convenience from time to time, and not all of the characters get the attention they so deserved, but I was intrigued with this sto...

Babel

reviewed on March 9th, 2009 08:00PM

By all counts, BABEL should have been an amazing film. Helmed by Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu of 21 GRAMS (one of my favorite movies), and featuring a killer cast, I was pretty confident that this would deliver. Sadly, the film was missing several ...

Vicky Cristina Barcelona

reviewed on February 22nd, 2009 07:00PM

A beautifully shot and wonderfully acted tribute not only to the rich charms of Barcelona, but also to love in all of its complexities. This is one of those movies that is easy to watch; the gentle narration and relaxed atmosphere just seem to was...

Rachel Getting Married

reviewed on February 7th, 2009 07:00PM

Seems that Anne Hathaway has finally put her Princess Diaries persona to rest once and for all. While this film is a true ensemble piece that features some terrific performances all around, I was most enthralled with Hathaway's layered, complex ch...

The Reader

reviewed on January 29th, 2009 07:00PM

I think most of us can agree that Kate Winslet is among the best actors in the world. Her ability to create multidimensional characters is matched by few, and The Reader is no exception. I would go so far as to say that her role in this film is am...

Doubt

reviewed on January 26th, 2009 07:00PM

Don't let the fact that this is based on a play scare you off--Doubt is a thoroughly compelling piece of work, due mostly in part to the absolutely amazing ensemble acting (all four of whom are nominated for Oscars this year), but also the directi...

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

reviewed on January 10th, 2009 07:00PM

I loved this movie. I mean, I really loved it. Maybe I'm just a sap at heart, but I saw something truly special here. Sure, it was a tad long at nearly three hours, but I was so completely enthralled by it all, the runtime was never an issue for m...

Vera Drake

reviewed on January 6th, 2009 07:00PM

Despite a sluggish pace and a handful of uninteresting characters, there were several things I liked about this movie. The reliance on improvisation gave the film a striking realism, so that I felt as if I were watching actual people going about t...

The Wrestler

reviewed on January 2nd, 2009 07:00PM

Darren Aronofsky takes a detour from his usual hyper-stylized films with THE WRESTLER, a simple, but extremely effective tale of a man struggling to find himself in the world outside of wrestling. Despite several thrilling wrestling sequences (the...

Slumdog Millionaire

reviewed on December 27th, 2008 07:00PM

A visually rich, emotionally complex underdog tale that is truly deserving of the high praise bestowed upon it, and is sure to be among the frontrunners at the upcoming Academy Awards. Seriously, this is the most rewarding moviegoing experience I'...

Gran Torino

reviewed on December 16th, 2008 07:00PM

Yet another solid movie from Clint Eastwood. Supposedly, this is his acting swan song, and I have to say, it was really a great way to go out. The movie contains most of Eastwood's trademarks: an emphasis on dramatic weight and characterization, a...

The Changeling

reviewed on December 12th, 2008 07:00PM

Oh, Clint Eastwood, how do I love thee. Let me count the ways: Dirty Harry. Unforgiven. Mystic River. Million Dollar Baby. The Iwo Jima movies. And now, Changeling. Although Changeling isn't quite as good as his previous films, it's still ve...

Wanted

reviewed on December 5th, 2008 07:00PM

Easily one of 2008's best movies, Wanted is a fast-paced, energetic, and beautifully stylish piece of moviemaking that takes the term "over the top" to glorious new heights. It does a great job of introducing us to the main character, fleshing him...

The Duchess

reviewed on December 5th, 2008 07:00PM

Though not a perfect film, The Duchess is a wonderfully acted and beautifully shot film with rich cinematography and superb art direction, and actually manages to keep a fairly steady tempo, despite a few lulls here and there. The real life of the...

Sleepy Hollow

reviewed on October 28th, 2008 08:00PM

I picked this one up just in time for Halloween, and what a movie! This is easily one of Tim Burton's darkest films, with a stunningly beautiful gothic atmosphere permeating every frame of the film. From the dark, monochromatic cinematography, the...

Signs

reviewed on October 10th, 2008 08:00PM

Very few movies I've ever seen have been able to successfully tackle multiple genres, but I honestly don't think any have done it as well as this film. That might seem like an overstatement, but how many movies can you say literally made you laugh...

Secretary

reviewed on September 24th, 2008 08:00PM

What a weird little movie--but I loved it! For starters, it's got the amazing James Spader, who doesn't get nearly enough credit for his abilities as an actor. Even amidst the film's more "bizarre" sequences, we never lose sight of the fact that t...

Pride and Prejudice

reviewed on August 26th, 2008 08:00PM

If you want an example of how to make an effective romance, this is the one to look at. Many people proclaim THE NOTEBOOK as one of the best romances in recent years, and as much as I actually liked that one, to me, PRIDE & PREJUDICE will always r...

Gladiator

reviewed on August 8th, 2008 08:00PM

GLADIATOR is what an epic is supposed to be. It's loud, violent, and visually stunning, but also rich with characters we can root for, and characters we love to hate. It's a beautiful throwback to the sweeping epics of old, full of intrigue, emoti...

The Dark Knight

reviewed on July 19th, 2008 08:00PM

Many people have proclaimed The Dark Knight as a "masterpiece" and the "best superhero movie ever." Now, don't get me wrong, I liked this movie. But I didn't love it. That doesn't mean I should go commit suicide, or that I am a worthless piece of ...

Far From Heaven

reviewed on July 18th, 2008 08:00PM

A haunting, entertaining, and beautiful throwback to 1950's cinema, with stunning cinematography, brilliant sets and costumes, and a thematically rich story filled with multidimensional characters that we come to care about. This is also a surpris...

The Life Before Her Eyes

reviewed on July 3rd, 2008 08:00PM

I adored director Vadim Perelman's adaptation of HOUSE OF SAND AND FOG. The man certainly knows how to make a film look absolutely gorgeous, but he also did a great job of pacing the film. I wish I could bestow such accolades upon his latest film,...

Wall-E

reviewed on June 26th, 2008 08:00PM

Pure Pixar magic. As if we expected anything less, right? Well, those geniuses have done it yet again with a charming, funny, and moving sci-fi extravaganza that, despite the minimal use of dialogue, comes through on an emotional level. It's also ...

The Happening

reviewed on June 14th, 2008 08:00PM

The first hour of this film is much closer to the M. Night Shyamalan of old. The setup here was just beautiful, with a chilling scenario involving mass suicides in Central Park. You gotta hand it to the guy--he knows how to stage creative scare se...

Ever After

reviewed on June 2nd, 2008 08:00PM

A funny, warm piece of cinematic fluff that rides on the strength of its lead actress, Drew Barrymore. I like Barrymore, I think she's got a lot of charm, but she has absolutely never been better than in this film. From frame one, she commands the...

Thirteen

reviewed on May 29th, 2008 08:00PM

I'm not a woman, so I can't say what it's like for a woman at thirteen, but I do know that I had my own share of "troubles" at that age, and certainly related to this film on several levels. Anger is something that most teenagers experience, maybe...

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

reviewed on May 27th, 2008 08:00PM

I don't even know where to begin with this flick. After all this time of waiting, the best they can give us is a story about aliens and Russians wanting to take over the world? Please. The film's biggest problems lies with the script. The blame...

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

reviewed on May 15th, 2008 08:00PM

It's still a bit surreal that I actually saw this tonight, considering that I've been waiting almost 3 years, and thankfully, I was not disappointed. When the Pevensies arrive in Narnia again for the first time, it was as if I were visiting old fr...

Grindhouse

reviewed on May 6th, 2008 08:00PM

PLANET TERROR: 10/10 Robert Rodriguez has really come into his own as a master of fun and inventive moviemaking, as he proved with SIN CITY, as well as his earlier flicks like DESPERADO and EL MARIACHI. The man loves movies, and his tribute to ...

Cloverfield

reviewed on April 21st, 2008 08:00PM

Producer J.J. Abrams (Alias, Lost) is a man who not only knows what audiences what, but he knows how to make things feel fresh. With CLOVERFIELD, he, along with director Matt Reeves, have taken the "monster" flick and infused it with creativity, r...

The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep

reviewed on April 18th, 2008 08:00PM

Despite its overall predictability, this movie manages to entertain and delight, thanks to magnificent cinematography and strong performances, especially from Alex Etel. This kid's got some talent for sure, as he proved with MILLIONS, and here, he...

The Illusionist

reviewed on April 16th, 2008 08:00PM

A masterfully crafted piece of cinema, this is one of those movies that you can really watch over and over again. I've seen this film quite a few times already, and each time, I am absolutely absorbed into the world of Eisenheim and his illusions....

Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story

reviewed on April 12th, 2008 08:00PM

Aside from John C. Reilly's great performance, there wasn't much about this film that I admired. Maybe it's because I'm not really a fan of parodies, but I didn't really laugh that much. Yes, this is definitely better than most parodies that are c...

Stranger than Fiction

reviewed on April 12th, 2008 08:00PM

One of my favorites of the last few years, this is an original film that pulls you in from frame one, and doesn't let go until the credits roll. It's a funny, touching, and trippy ride that features imaginative storytelling that blurs the line bet...

Spirited Away

reviewed on March 26th, 2008 08:00PM

I've never held much interest in the world of anime, but I'll be damned if this wasn't one of the best pieces of animated cinema that I've ever seen. There's quite a lot to enjoy here, from the imaginative visuals, to the charming lead character, ...

Finding Neverland

reviewed on March 11th, 2008 08:00PM

FINDING NEVERLAND manages to avoid many of the cliches that have plagued films of this genre thanks to a script that is ripe with imagination, humor, lots of emotion, and fully developed characters with whom we care about. It's a story about the b...

Beowulf

reviewed on March 9th, 2008 08:00PM

A fun little movie that doesn't ask for much from its audience, other than to sit back and enjoy the ride. Much like 300, this is a very visual experience, with CGI that looked great 90% of the time, although it did take me a few minutes to figure...

In the Valley of Elah

reviewed on March 2nd, 2008 07:00PM

What a pleasant surprise this movie was. I shouldn't have expected anything less than quality filmmaking from Paul Haggis, who over the last few years, has been solidifying himself as a talented filmmaker/writer, particularly with CRASH. This i...

There Will be Blood

reviewed on February 28th, 2008 07:00PM

This film runs at nearly 2 hours and 40 minutes, and yet I could not look away. Yes, it is very talky, and isn't necessarily "thrilling" but it is a credit to director P.T. Anderson and actor Daniel Day-Lewis that I was as engaged as I was. This i...

Kill Bill: Volume II

reviewed on February 19th, 2008 07:00PM

As much as I loved KILL BILL: VOLUME ONE, to me, Volume 2 was always the one that stuck with me the most, and having revisited it again tonight, my opinion has not changed. If anything, my appreciation for Tarantino's work here has only deepened s...

Across the Universe

reviewed on February 10th, 2008 07:00PM

I've been an admirer of Julie Taymor for some time now. She's got a very unique approach to making movies and isn't afraid to take chances, even if her ideas don't always work. And despite its flaws, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE turns out to be an enjoyabl...

The Brave One

reviewed on February 6th, 2008 07:00PM

The only word that comes to mind in describing THE BRAVE ONE is "bland." It does nothing to shake up the vigilante genre, despite the best efforts of its leading lady and director Neil Jordan. So what happened? The script. That's where our prob...

300

reviewed on February 3rd, 2008 07:00PM

I liked this movie, but I can't say it's the greatest thing to happen to cinema. If you strip away the visuals, you're left with a story that is pretty much "ho-hum." That being said, 300 isn't about the story; it's about 300 guys kicking ass ever...

Frida

reviewed on January 26th, 2008 07:00PM

There are many reasons to see this movie, but the most obvious one is Salma Hayek, and not only because she looks pretty damn awesome as always, but because she completely throws herself into the role of Frida Kahlo with an intense passion, humor,...

Elizabeth

reviewed on January 26th, 2008 07:00PM

There is a challenge in trying to adapt history to film. Some elements have to be changed or removed entirely to make a successful movie, which is never good news for history buffs. Such is the case with ELIZABETH, but what separates this from oth...

The Bourne Ultimatum

reviewed on December 31st, 2007 07:00PM

My favorite of the three BOURNE films, this third installment takes "non-stop action" to a whole new level. From the first frame, the film gets going and never lets up until the riveting finale. A big applause to director Paul Greengrass for keepi...

Moulin Rouge

reviewed on December 28th, 2007 07:00PM

Moulin Rouge is the epitome of a grand cinematic vision--it's a frantic, colorful reinvention of a genre that had been lost until Baz Luhrmann came along and created this gem of a musical, one that still remains one of the best cinematic experienc...

A Bug's Life

reviewed on December 26th, 2007 07:00PM

This was the only Pixar film I hadn't seen until tonight, and I can't believe I didn't watch it sooner. It has everything you'd expect from a Pixar film: colorful characters, clever humor, and a fun story with a sweet message for all ages. I actua...

Hairspray

reviewed on December 16th, 2007 07:00PM

If you were to tell me that Adam Shankman would make one of the most entertaining flicks of the year, I'd probably recommend you have your self committed. I mean, he hasn't had the greatest track record thus far, with crap like BRINGING DOWN THE H...

Elizabeth: The Golden Age

reviewed on December 16th, 2007 07:00PM

I loved the first film. It was intelligent, completely engaging, and beautifully photographed. Even if you're not a history buff, there was plenty to enjoy. After hearing all of the negative criticisms of this sequel, I was quite hesitant. As it t...

Eastern Promises

reviewed on December 14th, 2007 07:00PM

I think this movie should have been subtitled "The Evolution of David Cronenberg" because it seems that Cronenberg has shapeshifted from a suspense/horror auteur to a master of intricately crafted, emotionally gripping thrillers. I loved "A Histo...

A Mighty Heart

reviewed on October 31st, 2007 08:00PM

I really enjoyed this film. It's one of those rare "true stories" that doesn't surrender to sappy or melodramatic emotions. Rather, it takes its time in unfolding the events to the audience, creating a consistent amount of tension throughout the f...

21 Grams

reviewed on October 18th, 2007 08:00PM

An impressive follow-up to Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu's AMORES PERROS, this is a beautifully filmed and amazingly acted piece of human drama that tells its grim tale in a most unconventional fashion. By giving us fragments of each story, past and...

Letters from Iwo Jima

reviewed on September 16th, 2007 08:00PM

It's not often we get to see a war film from the "losing" end, but Clint Eastwood has successfully pulled it off with visual and emotional flair, the likes which I, personally, have not experienced since SAVING PRIVATE RYAN. This is a bleak, slow-...

Ratatouille

reviewed on July 24th, 2007 08:00PM

The idea of a rat that can cook was definitely an odd concept. That it works so well is a testament to Pixar's creative genius. Ratatouille may not be Pixar's best, but it certainly is their most original work, and just as colorful and entertaini...

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

reviewed on July 17th, 2007 08:00PM

Now THAT'S what I'm talking about. This is a gritty, suspenseful, and entertaining fifth chapter that continues the film series very nicely. It's not a perfect film by any means, but it moves at a good pace, features some terrific performances, an...

Transformers

reviewed on July 6th, 2007 08:00PM

When I heard that Michael Bay would be directing this, my heart immediately sank. What I ended up with was a loud, fun-filled action extravaganza, and to my surprise, the most entertaining film of the summer. Bay certainly isn't a master of cha...

Transamerica

reviewed on April 29th, 2007 08:00PM

A quirky, fun and touching little movie that covers all the grounds of great moviemaking. You've got a heartfelt story full of wit, humor, and emotion; you've got a great soundtrack, great direction, and above all, wonderful characterisations. You...

Curse of the Golden Flower

reviewed on March 27th, 2007 08:00PM

"Excessive" doesn't even begin to describe this film. I've been a huge fan of Zhang Yimou's work, but I don't know what that man was thinking here. Even amidst the elaborate sets and costumes, some of the colors clashed--such as the yellow flowers...

The Departed

reviewed on February 18th, 2007 07:00PM

Many people have said it, and I'm going to say it too: this is Scorsese's best movie since Goodfellas. It's a high-energy ride sprinkled with an awesome soundtrack, cool and interesting characters, plot twists, and lots and lots of blood (I see wh...

Pan's Labyrinth

reviewed on January 20th, 2007 07:00PM

I hope that everyone, at some point, gets a chance to see this film, because films like this are so rare. It is a seemingly effortless blend of dark human drama and a darkly wondrous fairy tale, visually rich and emotionally satisfying. It's h...

The Fountain

reviewed on December 21st, 2006 07:00PM

In an age when sequels and remakes are the norm, it's so nice to see that there is still someone out there who appreciates cinema as an art--not as a dumpster for movies which should never have been made to begin with. Darren Aronofsky blew me aw...

Little Children

reviewed on December 20th, 2006 07:00PM

Todd Field is a gifted director with a sharp sense of the good and evil in humanity, and his latest project, LITTLE CHILDREN, is a pointed look at suburban life through a group of characters who are looking for something more in their lives, somet...

The Grudge 2

reviewed on November 29th, 2006 07:00PM

I've never seen the original JU-ON series, but if it's anything like this piece of crap, I have no plans to watch it anytime soon. First of all, the script made no sense whatsoever. Somehow, the "grudge" managed to make its way from Tokyo to L.A.-...

The Others

reviewed on November 10th, 2006 07:00PM

A mesmerizing film that relies purely on atmosphere and mood, rather than cheesy special effects and people with knives or chainsaws. The look of this film is beyond breathtaking, as are the performances, particularly Nicole Kidman, in one of her ...

Equilibrium

reviewed on November 6th, 2006 07:00PM

Fantastic film that is both visually riveting and emotionally satisfying, thanks in part to the powerful performances and a story that is intelligent and thought-provoking. Many critics panned it for being too much of an amalgamation of other sci-...

United 93

reviewed on November 3rd, 2006 07:00PM

Brutal and unflinching, UNITED 93 takes us back to one of the darkest days in U.S. history and is a stunning tribute to those strangers who found the courage to come together, and save many lives. The best compliment I can give this movie is that ...

Saw 3

reviewed on October 31st, 2006 07:00PM

I enjoyed this film, but I think it's safe to say the SAW franchise has officially worn out its welcome. This isn't a bad film by any stretch of the imagination, as it does revert to its roots with a much deeper psychological and emotional resonan...

The Lake House

reviewed on October 28th, 2006 08:00PM

An interesting premise that never fully blooms. I enjoyed both performances from Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves, and felt they had some strong chemistry, but sadly, the script does nothing to allow them to truly shine. I did appreciate this uniqu...

Million Dollar Baby

reviewed on October 27th, 2006 08:00PM

Million Dollar Baby restored my faith in the idea that "formula" can still be quite effective. Boxing serves as the undercurrent of the film, but the characters take center stage here. Ultimately, the film touches upon familiar, but compelling id...

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