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05/17/13 |
Outstanding |
"...brilliant.... Polley may be seeking to know the unknowable, but we're fortunate to be there with her on this turbulent, melancholy and enthralling journey." |
| 2. |
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05/17/13 |
Very Good |
"Nathan Lane steals the show, which is no small feat when someone of the caliber of Moore is the star... an appealing tale that's worth seeing just for his performance." |
| 3. |
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05/17/13 |
Outstanding |
"Quirky, in the best possible way... a witty and emotionally resonant portrait of growing up, while retaining the exuberance of youth." |
| 4. |
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05/15/13 |
Outstanding |
"...exhilarating... the action is thrilling. But more importantly, justice, vengeance and morality are explored intelligently, as are the bonds of friendship." |
| 5. |
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05/10/13 |
Good (Not Great) |
"...likable, if formulaic.... It's a particular treat to see Diahann Carroll and Melvin Van Peebles on screen... the film is better than most of the works directed by Tyler Perry." |
| 6. |
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05/10/13 |
Good (Not Great) |
"...entwines personal sagas with India's turbulent political history... sweeping, but suffers from a lack of cohesion. It is, however, beautiful to behold." |
| 7. |
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05/09/13 |
Weak |
"...unrelentingly brutal.... There's a Roger Corman gross-out feel to this splatter-fest. But before the mayhem, it does showcase the appeal of a beautiful Chilean city." |
| 8. |
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05/08/13 |
Moderate |
"...hyper-active cacophony rather than enthralling entertainment.... stylish, colorful material piled on in excess and tinged with overheated melodrama." |
| 9. |
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05/03/13 |
Very Good |
"...exciting, family-friendly, old-fashioned, epic fare... a tale retold with the benefit of contemporary cinematic tools, such as helicopter shots." |
| 10. |
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05/03/13 |
Very Good |
"...rambunctious... a briskly paced thrill ride until about 90 minutes in, when the excitement wanes. A few late-breaking surprises re-invigorate the tale, however." |
| 11. |
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05/02/13 |
Very Good |
"Shannon's restrained and mesmerizing portrayal, bolstered by an excellent offbeat supporting cast, makes for an edgy and compelling Mob yarn." |
| 12. |
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05/02/13 |
Very Good |
"While this is a light film, it's not flimsy. Characters are developed thoughtfully, and clichés are averted.... It's a sweetly enchanting experience..." |
| 13. |
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04/26/13 |
Moderate |
"Adhering to conventions and clichés and staying resolutely superficial, it's a waste of the considerable talents of Colin Firth and Emily Blunt." |
| 14. |
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04/26/13 |
Moderate |
"...formulaic, unrealistic.... a sloppy affair, with only partially formed characters and ridiculous scenarios that strain credulity and patience." |
| 15. |
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04/25/13 |
Very Good |
"...beautifully shot, deliberately paced.... Endearing and believable, the two actors playing Ellis and Neckbone are pitch-perfect." |
| 16. |
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04/24/13 |
Moderate |
"...muddled, grisly and misogynistic as clumsily directed by Michael Bay, despite a strong lead performance by Dwayne Johnson and good casting." |
| 17. |
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04/19/13 |
Good (Not Great) |
"...substance falls by the wayside.... Kosinski focuses on cool visuals but stints on a compelling plot. It's a dazzler, but the story lacks the impact of the futuristic look." |
| 18. |
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04/18/13 |
Outstanding |
"...wonderfully engaging.... Paul Brannigan is terrific, and the entire supporting cast is superb.... the movie achieves a magical blend of gritty and heartwarming..." |
| 19. |
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04/18/13 |
Outstanding |
"...cleverly told and superbly acted.... With its complex look at storytelling, imagination and the teacher-student dynamic, this is an elaborate cinematic fresco." |
| 20. |
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04/18/13 |
Good (Not Great) |
"Melodramatic and gritty.... uneven.... But there's an inherent likability and fiery quality in Gina Rodriguez's performance that keeps us invested and rooting for her..." |