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08/23/12 |
Outstanding |
"...so violent you'll gasp -- but it's breathtaking in more ways than one.... I dare you to stop thinking about 'Lawless'... especially knowing it's all inspired by real events." |
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08/23/12 |
Very Good |
"...a sweet film about an elderly man who's losing his memory... Poignant performances make this simple and timely tale one that resonates." |
| 3. |
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09/08/11 |
Very Good |
"...as much about family bonds as it is about the sport... The fight scenes are intense but not gratuitously violent -- sure to keep you on the edge of your seat." |
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08/16/12 |
Good (Not Great) |
"...impressive explosions, a frying pan used as a deadly weapon and an airborne motorcycle crashing into a helicopter.... as satisfying as a cold beer." |
| 5. |
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03/08/12 |
Good (Not Great) |
"It's big, it's loud, it makes virtually no sense; but anchored by a rising new star and epic FX, it's a fun ticket." |
| 6. |
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10/06/11 |
Good (Not Great) |
"Sam Worthington and Jeffrey Dean Morgan play cops investigating a series of murders. The cast (Jessica Chastain) delivers, but you've seen this before." |
| 7. |
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06/23/11 |
Good (Not Great) |
"Diaz boldly flaunts her R-rated comedy chops -- along with her famous legs... She's profanely funny, but the movie often drags." |
| 8. |
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04/14/11 |
Good (Not Great) |
"The characters could use more depth... the film just glosses over the environmental issues it brings up... Tracy Morgan's take on an attention-loving bulldog is hilarious..." |
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02/09/12 |
Moderate |
"The 3-D is impressive and Dwayne Johnson draws laughs, but the predictable plot and heavy-handed nods to Jules Verne make this a bit of a drag for grown-ups." |
| 10. |
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04/29/10 |
Moderate |
"...this take of intertwined relationship can feel muddled and over dark -- think refrigerator-door display rather than museum-worthy masterpiece." |
| 11. |
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10/25/12 |
Poor |
"...silly, offensive... too naughty for kids, too dumb for adults." |