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04/27/12 |
Very Good |
 "A charming little French animation directed by Alain Gagnol and Jean-Loup Felicioli... about a cat - pet by day and cat burglar by night... features animation that sort of combines folksy and expressionist art." |
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02/03/12 |
Outstanding |
 "...captures the essence of Carol as one of those creatures of the theater that when you see her onstage, you know you've seen something special." |
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10/28/11 |
Very Good |
 "...a fictionalized and well-done account.... Emily Watson, who always brings a special grace to the screen, gives a multilayered performance..." |
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09/30/11 |
Very Good |
 "...probably the scariest movie you will see all year." |
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09/30/11 |
Moderate |
 "Beautiful scenes depict a deceptively tranquil period that evolves into religious and personal persecution under the rule of the Spanish Inquisition.... could have used a little more backstory." |
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09/23/11 |
Moderate |
 "...despite its fascinating and humorous moments, one can't help but be frustrated when at times it switches away to spiritual pretentiousness." |
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08/19/11 |
Very Good |
 "What makes the movie succeed is that filmmaker Joseph Dorman doesn't only focus on the life of Aleichem... but a look at a society long gone and the legacy and traditions they and Aleichem left to Jews around the world today." |
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07/29/11 |
Very Good |
 "Although we never really learn much about [Cardiff's] life outside the movies, by the end of the film we are in awe of his work accomplishments." |
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03/25/11 |
Very Good |
 "...gives new insight into what occupation did to men and women during World War II.... a morality tale as well as a daring coming-of-age story." |
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03/18/11 |
Moderate |
 "...not only a good look at a man who carved a small but important niche into the folk world but a good record of the turbulent 1960s and what motivated its protesters." |
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10/01/10 |
Very Good |
 "Whether pretend or real, the scenes will haunt you.... a history lesson about the Holocaust well worth teaching." |
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08/20/10 |
Outstanding |
 "...shouldn't be missed.... a fact-based story of the French resistance who had to fight not only the Germans but their own people." |
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11/13/09 |
Outstanding |
 "...educates and entertains with unexpected tidbits and just plain good old-fashioned filmmaking." |
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10/30/09 |
Very Good |
 "Director Beth Toni Kruvant hits incredible highs and a shocking low as she explores the cultures of past and present student bodies that come together in a common cause." |
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03/27/09 |
Very Good |
 "What the movie doesn't explore is what happens to those who don't make it. But for those who want to gain insight into the world of dance, 'Ballerina' mostly hits its mark." |
