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09/14/12 |
Weak |
 "A few striking images keep our attention... [but] this material is de rigeur for sci-fi thrillers... the film's title promises payback, without offering ample compensation." |
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09/07/12 |
Moderate |
 "The film's layered storytelling lacks the fluidity, grace, or good humour to pull off its conceit." |
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06/01/12 |
Moderate |
 "...lack of razzle-dazzle dialogue gives the plot a simple momentum, but it's often way too expository and frustratingly unambiguous." |
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05/18/12 |
Moderate |
 "...gives new meaning to the in-name-only adaptation, pitting a surprise armada of violent alien ships from 'Planet G' against the Earth-defending U.S. Navy..." |
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07/13/12 |
Good (Not Great) |
 "...does a neat job of matching its lugubrious situations to a speedy pace, with a script that constantly adds details to the characters' suggestive back stories." |
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09/21/12 |
Very Good |
 "Though it might seem from the outset to be relevant only for rigorous athletes and their kin, the film also packs a deceptive dramatic punch." |
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08/03/12 |
Very Good |
 "...develops an intriguing premise intelligently, inquisitively and uncomfortably.... the film wonders at the cost exacted by complying with our so-called authorities." |
