Movie Reviews
Review for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - Go - well, it’s not fitzgerald
Publish Date: January 7, 2009
a weak “go”
the short story is a favorite of mine.
i was dubious about a film adaptation because the central character in the story isn’t exactly sympathetic.
well i don’t have to worry now, because this film bears no resemblance (save the main theme about aging backwards) to the book in the slightest.
it’s pretty to look at as you’d might expect although a little plodding and meandering.
tilda and cate are on par as per usual, and it’s these ladies that got me to go see this in the theatre in the first place.
it’s worth it if you’re a fan of theirs and have nothing better to do.
Review for Marley & Me - Must Go! - Marley and me great family movie
Publish Date: January 7, 2009
What a great movie to take the family to, this movie has everything, comedy, drama, and a good story line. I would love to see more movies made like this in the future. i think this one could win awards…
Review for Gran Torino - Go - A touching, comedic, boarish, and inspiring movie!
Publish Date: January 7, 2009
Clint Eastwood’s is at his finest in Grand Torino. His last acting role is captivating, and sometimes outlandish. Warning - this movie is not for the racially sensitive…there are moments where Walt Kowalski (Clint’s character) is obscenely boarish towards the Mung family (Asian family who lives next door to him). It’s clearly obvious that Walt is a racist, disgruntled, ex Vietnam War veteran who does not take kindly to strangers. Nobody in the neighborhood likes him much, not even his own family! I was taken aback a few times at the overly exaggerated stereotypes of different races, primarily Asians, but as the story progresses I can understand why it was portrayed that way. Throughout the story Walt learns a valuble lesson in racial tolerance, acceptance and forgiveness that gives Walt the peace he desires.
94% The Dark Knight
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
Dark, complex and unforgettable, The Dark Knight succeeds not just as an entertaining comic book film, but as a richly thrilling crime saga.
85% Bolt
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
Bolt is a pleasant animated comedy that overcomes the story’s familiarity with strong visuals and likable characters.
82% Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
A beguiling tragicomedy, Vicky Cristina Barcelona charms with beautiful views of the Spanish city and a marvelously well-matched cast.
76% Role Models
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
Role Models is a frequently crude, always funny comedy with the cast providing solid work throughout.
76% Doubt
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
Doubt succeeds on the strength of its top-notch cast, who successfully guide the film through the occasional narrative lull.
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Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Frost/Nixon' and the 2008 Top 10 - Friday Flyer
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Frost/Nixon' and the 2008 Top 10
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Movie Reviews - Gay and Lesbian Times
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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Movie Review: Gran Torino Is a Solid Ride - Eclipse Magazine
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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Movie Review: Gran Torino Is a Solid Ride
Eclipse Magazine, CA - Gran Torino marks the first return to filmmaking for venerable actor Clint Eastwood since his Oscar winning film Million Dollar Baby and this movie is … Gran Torino Review Review: 'Gran Torino' offers great Eastwood Movie Review |
Movie Review: Stereotypes strain film’s marital message - NewsOK.com
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
 New York Times |
Movie Review: Stereotypes strain film’s marital message
NewsOK.com, OK - It’s tough to get too critical of a movie as earnest as "Not Easily Broken,” a melodrama that sincerely makes the case that couples should work to keep … Bishop TD Jakes focuses on love and marriage in new film Movie Review |
Movie reviews - Capitol Weekly
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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Capsule Reviews: 'Tracing Cowboys,' 'Yonkers Joe' - Los Angeles Times
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
 New York Times |
Capsule Reviews: 'Tracing Cowboys,' 'Yonkers Joe'
Los Angeles Times, CA - On the last scheduled day of shooting what would become "Tracing Cowboys," writer, co-producer and lead actor Sacha Grunpeter died in an auto accident. … Movie Reviews: Bride Wars, Not Easily Broken, The Unborn |
Movie Review: Valkyrie - Harare Tribune
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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Movie Review: Valkyrie
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MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Marley & Me’ not just tear-jerker - Albany Herald On-line
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Marley & Me’ not just tear-jerker
Albany Herald On-line, GA - Victoria Henley, 15, is the daughter of Lynn and Russ Henley of Colquitt. She occasionally reviews movies for The Herald. |
"Bride Wars" Reviews: "A Time Waster" And "A Dog" - Huffington Post
Publish Date: January 9, 2009
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"Bride Wars" Reviews: "A Time Waster" And "A Dog"
Huffington Post, NY - The review also singled out Hudson's work of late, calling it "often as inconsequential as almost every other Kate Hudson movie of the last decade. … Video: Ann Hathaway's Stellar Year Capsule reviews of `Bride Wars' and other films Reviews, theaters, news, showtimes and trailers for Harrisburg … |
DVD reviews: ‘Prince Caspian,’ ‘Wanted’ - MSNBC
Publish Date: January 8, 2009
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DVD reviews: ‘Prince Caspian,’ ‘Wanted’
MSNBC - Other extras on the multi-disc sets include deleted scenes, cast and crew interviews and a tour of the movie’s locations. The three-disc Blu-ray release … |
