This will entertain families both old and young with its extremely vibrant animation and overall fun story.
Film Review “This Means War”
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A fine combination of romance and comedy with a little bit of action thrown in for good measure.
Film Review “Re:Generation Music Project”
February 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Adding to the talent on display is the fact that the doc is beautifully shot
Film Review “Safe House”
February 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
“Safe House” is an over the top thriller that apparently doesn’t know it’s over the top.
Film Review “Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston”
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
There is an exciting life story here to be sure but it is unfortunately bogged down by a filmmaker…
Film Review “The Woman in Black”
February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Heavy on the atmosphere but also on the “scares”
Film Review “Albert Nobbs”
January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Close and McTeer were nominated for Academy Awards, and deservedly so.
Film Review “The Grey”
January 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Knuckle-whitening excitement from beginning to end
Film Review “Adventures in Plymptoons!”
January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
This documentary is really funny and gives great insight into the career to date of Bill Plympton.
Film Review “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close”
January 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The first great film of 2012
Film Review “The Iron Lady”
January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Skillfully portrayed by Meryl Streep
Film Review “Joyful Noise”
January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Uneven in every way, “Joyful Noise” is best described as “Sister Act” done by the cast of “Glee”
Film Review “Contraband”
January 12, 2012 By 1 Comment
After a holiday season of more serious fare, it’s nice to see the new year start off with a bang.
Film Review “The Devil Inside”
January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Delivers some scares and some great “oh shit” moments
Film Review “Hugo”
December 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The film is a faithful adaptation that unfolds beautifully thanks to its heart, director Scorsese
Film Review “War Horse”
December 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The film captures the emotions of the book perfectly
Film Review “The Artist”
December 23, 2011 By 1 Comment
The film is beautifully photographed and the original score, by composer Ludovic Bource, is the perfect accompaniment.
Film Review “The Adventures of Tintin”
December 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is the best motion capture film I’ve ever seen
Film Review “Carnage”
December 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The performances are consistently excellent both individually and as a collective
Film Review “Mission: Impossible- Ghost Protocol”
December 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is Cruise and company’s greatest mission so far.
Film Review “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows”
December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The formula for a good adventure film is two-fold. First, you need likeable characters. And second, you need adventure. Both ingredients are featured here in spades
Film Review “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo”
December 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
Though the film is certainly Fincher’s vision, that vision is maintained thanks to a brilliant cast.
Film Review “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”
December 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Very faithful adaptation of the original novel
Film Review “Shame”
December 2, 2011 By 2 Comments
I have officially dubbed 2011 as “the year of Michael Fassbender”.
Film Review “The Descendants”
November 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Unquestionably one of the best films of the year
Film Review “My Week With Marilyn”
November 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Full of outstanding performances
Film Review “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn- Part 1″
November 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When you get past the romance you have a pretty interesting story
Film Review “Happy Feet Two”
November 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
“Happy Feet Two” is a musical that suffers musically
Film Review “Like Crazy”
November 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A film with performances that are strong and an ending that isn’t
Film Review “Jack and Jill”
November 11, 2011 By 44 Comments
A one note joke that runs an hour and a half
Film Review “J. Edgar”
November 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Directed with a steady hand, “J. Edgar” is a film with much more flash then substance
Film Review “The Other F Word”
November 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Great footage mixed with an awesome soundtrack
Film Review “A Very Harold and Kumar 3D Christmas”
November 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Funny to its core and filmed in gloriously rendered, over the top 3D
Film Review “Tower Heist”
November 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Enjoyable ride that boasts no less than five Oscar nominees among the cast
Film Review “Puss in Boots”
October 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the best animated films of the year. Or any year.
Film Review “The Rum Diary”
October 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Skillfully acted but lacking in plot points
Film Review “Anonymous”
October 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
An amusing story that runs much longer then it should
Film Review “The Swell Season”
October 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It is a very honest and intimate look into this amazing band.
Film Review “Janie Jones”
October 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Packed with great drama, superb acting and great music
Film Review “The Woman”
October 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Directed by: Lucky McKee Starring: Pollyanna McIntosh, Angela Bettis, Sean Bridgers Distributed by The Collective / Bloody Disgusting MPAA Rating: Not Rated Running time: 101 minutes Our Score: 3 out of 5 stars Jack Ketchum’s work is definitely not for the average person and specifically not for the faint of heart. This screener that I [...]
FIlm Review “The Man on the Train”
October 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Director: Mary McGuckian Starring: Donald Sutherland, Larry Mullen Jr. and Paula Boudreau Distributed: Tribeca Films MPAA Rating: Not Rating Running Time: 100 minutes Our Score: 3 out of 5 stars “Man on the Train” is a remake of the French Patrice LeConte classic, ‘L’Homme du Train”. It is written, produced and directed by Mary McGuckian. [...]
Film Review “The Last Rites of Joe May”
October 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Dennis Farina shines in his best character role to date
Film Review “The Human Centipede II (Full Sequence)”
October 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Makes the first film look like a kids film
Film Review “5 Star Day”
October 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Cam Gigandet delivers great performance
Film Review “The Thing”
October 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
A little gorier and not as fun as the 1982 version
Film Review “Footloose”
October 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Solidly entertaining and, dare I say, toe tapping fun
Film Review “The Mighty Macs”
October 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Out of balance in parts and off-sides with its story
Film Review “Real Steel”
October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Best described as “Rocky” meets “The Iron Giant.”
Film Review “Chillerama”
October 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fun flashback to the good ole horror drive-in days.
Film Review “What’s Your Number?”
September 29, 2011 By 1 Comment
“What’s Your Number?” is a comedy that is sometimes sweet, sometimes sour.
Film Review “Dolphin Tale”
September 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
“Dolphin Tale” is a smart, funny film that packs a solid message
Blu-Ray Review “True Legend”
September 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the best Kung-Fu movies that I have ever seen
Film Review “Drive”
September 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
“Drive” is a stylish film that doesn’t know what it wants to be.
Film Review “Shut Up, Little Man!”
September 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This comedy will make you laugh for sure
Film Review “Creature”
September 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
There is some good comedy and the kills are decent.
Film Review “Contagion”
September 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
“Contagion” is a film that plays off of our worse fears.
Film Review “Red State”
September 3, 2011 By 1 Comment
Smartly directed by Kevin Smith but fails to entertain
Film Review “Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark”
August 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With the exception of a few scares, there’s really no reason to be afraid of the dark.
Film Review “Fright Night”
August 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One kick ass action packed good time! Great cast!
Film Review “Conan The Barbarian”
August 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Strong in action, adventure, fantasy and has terrific dramatic scenery
Film Review “30 Minutes or Less”
August 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Continuously funny from start to end
Film Review “Glee the 3D Concert Movie”
August 11, 2011 By 1 Comment
Fun, uplifting, and heart-felt if you’re a “Glee” fan – this will not disappoint.
Film Review “The Change-Up”
August 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Easily one of the funniest films of the year
Film Review #2 “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”
August 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The special effects are absolutely amazing
Film Review “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”
August 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Smartly directed film that sits squarely on the shoulders of Andy Serkis
Film Review “Good Neighbors”
July 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Directed by: Jacob Tierney Starring: Jay Baruchel, Emily Hampshire, Scott Speedman Distributed by: Alliance / Myriad Pictures Rating: R Running Time: 98 minutes Our Score: 2 out of 5 stars This film is a simple low budget serial killer “thriller” (used lightly) but with a decent cast. The film gives too much away too early [...]
Film Review #2 “Cowboys and Aliens”
July 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Starring: Daniel Craig, Harrison Ford and Olivia Wilde Directed by: Jon Favreau Rated: PG 13 Running time: 1 hour 58 mins Universal Our Score: 4 out of 5 stars An action, sci-Fi Thriller set in the Wild West, “Cowboys and Aliens” surprises with a plot that combines both the wild west genre with the sci-fi [...]
Film Review “Cowboys and Aliens”
July 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The special effects are well done and the title aliens are pretty darn creepy.
Film Review “Crazy, Stupid, Love”
July 29, 2011 By 1 Comment
“Crazy, Stupid, Love” is the perfect romantic comedy
Film Review “Golf in the Kingdom”
July 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Too deep for me, luckily the film is saved some but great acting.
Film Review #2 “Captain America: The First Avenger”
July 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Delivers the summer blockbuster that we have been waiting for
Film Review “Captain America: The First Avenger”
July 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The cast does a fine job and the special effects are well done
Film Review “Friends with Benefits”
July 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Smart, funny film that gives new life to a very tried and true story
Film Review “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows- Part 2″
July 13, 2011 By 2 Comments
The greatest showdown of good and evil since Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader.
Film Review “Winnie The Pooh”
July 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Very sweet and cute but runs less than 60 mins
Film Review “Horrible Bosses”
July 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Sharply written, with enough humor and twists to keep you interested
Film Review “Larry Crowne”
June 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Smartly directed by Hanks, “Larry Crowne” is a fine comedy
Film Review “Transformers: Dark of the Moon”
June 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The best “Transformers” film yet
Film Review “The Best and The Brightest”
June 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Starts off strong, peaks quickly and flops in the end.
Film Review “Bad Teacher”
June 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Mildly amusing, “Bad Teacher” is a hit or miss comedy
Film Review “Cars 2″
June 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Directed by John Lasseter, Brad Lewis Starring: Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Michael Caine, Emily Mortimer, Jason Issacs, Thomas Kretschmann Distributed by: Walt Disney Pictures Rated G Running time: 113 minutes Our Score: 4 out of 5 stars Everyone knows that Pixar can’t do anything wrong. That is a fact for its films to [...]
Film Review “Green Lantern”
June 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Would have been much better at ninety minutes
