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May, 2013
Iron Man 3 (2013) - IMDb 8/10
2013-05-04 11:42

An exciting, action-packed, twist-ridden conclusion to the Iron Man trilogy that ties up all the loose ends but also manages to keep the door wide open for future Iron Man adventures.
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April, 2013
Oblivion (2013) - IMDb 7/10
2013-04-23 16:33

Duncan Jones's "Moon" + The Adjustment Bureau + The Matrix + Total Recall + 2001: A Space Odyssey + The Planet Of The Apes = a good Tom Cruise sci-fi thriller. Highly referential, but good.
0.3
Shaun of the Dead (2004) - IMDb 9/10
2013-04-08 14:57

Hilarious, tongue-in-cheek send-up of the zombie genre. There is never a dull moment in this movie. Simon Pegg's titular character is balls-to-the-wall funny. An instant cult classic!
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Easy A (2010) - IMDb 8/10
2013-04-07 14:32

A delightful teen comedy that doesn't employ the usual tricks of the genre. Emma Stone is refreshing as the titular character, and the supporting cast members all do a good job in making the movie a fun, lighthearted and bubbly experience.
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Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) - IMDb 7/10
2013-04-06 21:46

Throw out all your preconceptions about the space-time continuum and this movie will be an enjoyable couple of hours of fun, frivolity and silly 80s throwbacks.
0.3
Sorority Boys (2002) - IMDb 3/10
2013-04-06 17:25

Crass, tasteless, brainless sub-par comedy whose only redeeming asset is Michael Rosenbaum's unflinching commitment to wearing a dress and pretending to be a girl. Man, did he look good in this movie!
0.3
He's Just Not That Into You (2009) -... 8/10
2013-04-06 16:28

A rather enjoyable chick flick about how men are shit at relationships that at times can be manipulative and pontificating, but all of that is easily forgiven by the adorable and flawless ensemble cast.
0.3
Evil Dead (2013) - IMDb 7/10
2013-04-05 16:21

An adequate remake of the 1981 cult classic. Nothing to write home about, except for the upped levels of blood and gore. I really truly expected to be scared shitless but, at best, just got startled.
0.3
March, 2013
John Dies at the End (2012) - IMDb 4/10
2013-03-31 18:14

A rather disjointed, ultimately disappointing adaptation of an otherwise hilarious and excellent book. The actors did the best they could. And so did the special effects people. Paul Giamatti should've known better. With this kind of material, it's either you go big or don't go at all.
0.3
G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013) - IMDb 5/10
2013-03-30 18:48

The studio executives who green-lighted this movie are probably kicking themselves in the shins, given the recent meteoric rise to box office stardom of one Channing Tatum. His limited involvement in this movie does not help the flimsy and dull plot, and the even duller Joes and their counterpart villains. Don't expect another sequel because this franchise is done.
0.3
Olympus Has Fallen (2013) - IMDb 8/10
2013-03-22 18:39

Gerard Butler proves he can be a certifiable old-school action hero in this fast-paced, action-packed thriller that has its pulse firmly on the current cause of worldwide concern: the mysterious and unruly state of North Korea. There's never a boring moment, and while the premise borrows heavily from Bruce Willis' Die Hard series, the movie succeeds on its own merits with well-executed action scenes and excellent acting from everyone involved.
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Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) - IMDb 7/10
2013-03-20 16:49

A clever reimagining of the Wizard of Oz mythology which keeps the legacy and spirit of the original 1939 movie and gives it a shiny origin story. Sam Raimi clearly wanted his own "Alice In Wonderland" (hello Tim Burton), which is good and dandy, but he never quite managed to lift it past "Spider-Man." In fact, the Wicked Witch reminded me far too much of the Green Goblin. Still, a nice fun movie for the family.
0.3
Dark Skies (2013) - IMDb 6/10
2013-03-12 18:23

So much promise as a supernatural thriller... squandered by a lousy ending.
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Teen Wolf (1985) - IMDb 5/10
2013-03-10 18:25

Typical corny 80s teen comedy which could've used a little more meat on the plot and wow factor with the effects. Definitely not one of Michael J. Fox's shining moments.
0.3
Shelter (2007) - IMDb 9/10
2013-03-09 12:09

A feel-good gay movie, with a little bit of drama sprinkled throughout for good measure. Think "Brokeback Mountain," but with surfers and skateboarders, and a happy ending with a kid and a dog on the beach.
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February, 2013
Christopher and His Kind (TV 2011) - IMDb 8/10
2013-02-23 13:21

This movie based on Christopher Isherwood's 1976 autobiography is sincere, authentic, and quite endearing. Matt Smith proves he is able to do more than Doctor Who in the acting department. He certainly made me believe in his character.
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Rhythm & Blues (2000) - IMDb 7/10
2013-02-23 13:17

This movie is quite enjoyable when viewed and regarded as what it is - a silly black comedy with a twist of suspense that happens to revolve around gay characters.
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) -... 9/10
2013-02-17 18:59

The first in yet another tedious Tolkien trilogy from Peter Jackson is unsurprisingly a visual feast, and not for the faint of bladder. It's nice to see Sir Ian McKellen still gainfully employed in all his advanced gay years.
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Lincoln (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2013-02-16 18:55

Steven Spielberg's latest opus is a curious thing. It looks like it deserves all those Oscar nominations, and maybe even the big one. But there's something about it that's not quite deserving of so much adulation. It's hard to put a finger on it. At any rate, the movie is certainly an acting vehicle for star Daniel Day Lewis. Expect an Oscar win for him.
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January, 2013
The Impossible (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2013-01-13 18:56

A moving retelling of how, against all odds, one family survived the deadly tsunami in 2004. Amazing effects, and outstanding performances from Naomi Watts and Tom Holland.
0.3
Wrath of the Titans (2012) - IMDb 6/10
2013-01-04 13:01

This sequel to the 2010 remake of the 1981 cult classic "Clash Of The Titans" manages to slightly one-up its predecessor with solid effects and some thrilling action sequences.
0.3
December, 2012
The Bay (2012) - IMDb 1/10
2012-12-26 14:14

The premise of biological disaster was promising, but the execution destroyed it all. Why can't filmmakers just make thrillers the traditional way and stop using "found footage"? They really should ban the use of "found footage" as a film technique. It's messy. It's grainy. It never comes off as real. And it gives me a damn headache watching it.
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Starbuck (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2012-12-23 14:08

A heartwarming comedy that redefines the meaning of family and what makes a man a father. Patrick Huard was very good as the titular character.
0.3
The Invisible (2007) - IMDb 6/10
2012-12-22 21:56

This love child of The Sixth Sense and Ghost with a dollop of 10 Things I Hate About You (really, any teen angst movie every made) is nearly interesting enough to make you care. Nearly.
0.3
November, 2012
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The... 5/10
2012-11-25 11:36

This rejigging of the old Olympian mythology is clearly an attempt to create the American counterpart to the wildly successful Harry Potter movie franchise. If only it was half as good.
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The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) -... 9/10
2012-11-24 11:28

A great adaptation of a wonderful, seminal book. Perfectly cast as well. I almost cried.
0.3
The Campaign (2012) - IMDb 4/10
2012-11-17 14:47

This lampooning of the political system in America has some genuinely funny moments, but comes across as trying too hard too much of the time. Will Farrell is simply just not funny as he used to be.
0.3
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2... 1/10
2012-11-15 14:45

The only good thing about this dreck of a movie is that it's the last one of the whole dreadfully lame vampire franchise unleashed upon humankind by Stephanie Meyer. God, I hope it's the last one.
0.3
Skyfall (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-11-12 14:34

The plot seemed half-baked and forced and hastily put together. This Bond is starting to fray around the edges. Time for a new one! Brownie points for a sexy new Q, though.
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Silent Hill: Revelation 3D (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-11-03 15:08

This sequel to the 2006 movie based on the popular video game has all the necessary ingredients of creep, gore and suspense. It's just a shame the by-the-numbers execution has rendered it utterly bland, unexciting and unscary. The cool monsters are the only good thing about this whole enterprise.
0.3
October, 2012
Seven Psychopaths (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-10-31 16:50

This "movie within a movie" is smart, witty, frank and refreshing. I love the unwavering violence and the unpredictability! Sam Rockwell shines, as does Colin Farrell.
0.3
Sinister (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-10-27 21:57

Not very many scary movies actually scare me these days, but this one achieved that goal without resorting to too much gore (though it did employ a few of the cliched scare tactics). The ending was a little disappointing, but I guess that's just because they want to set it up for a sequel (or two).
0.3
Rise of the Zombies (TV 2012) - IMDb 4/10
2012-10-27 21:35

They tried to break some new ground in this zombie flick, but unfortunately, the TV movie budget it received pretty much ensured that it won't rise to the levels of awesome and just merely barely scratch at acceptably mediocre. Great to see Levar Burton and Mariel Hemingway still getting gainful employment, though!
0.3
Dark Shadows (2012) - IMDb 4/10
2012-10-20 11:01

Tim Burton tried but failed to put life in this movie based on the 60's TV series, which started promisingly but quickly flatlined with stale jokes and a plot that went nowhere.
0.3
Looper (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-10-13 18:49

I still don't quite buy the premise that the Mafia would employ time travel to off people in the distant future, but with a little leap of faith, this movie delivers on all fronts: the sci-fi, the suspense, the action. Joseph Gordon-Levitt rises to yet a new career high as the lead character.
0.3
Premium Rush (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-10-05 11:18

The action scenes with the bikes are exhilarating and induce quite a rush (especially if you're a cyclist yourself), but I just couldn't get over how lame the entire premise of the movie was. In the day and age of smartphones, it seems rather silly. But I guess without it, there won't be a movie. And we won't get to see Joseph Gordon-Levitt riding around like hell.
0.3
My Soul to Take (2010) - IMDb 3/10
2012-10-03 19:11

This 2010 serving of scares from Wes Craven is anything but. Everything is just tired and laboured, and predictable. Kudos though to Max Thieriot for his valiant attempt to rise above the dreck with his portrayal of the tormented main character.
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House at the End of the Street (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-10-02 19:07

Started out promisingly but ended up as a disappointing by-the-numbers thriller that's thin on the scares. Thank heavens for the eye candy combo of Jennifer Lawrence and Max Thieriot. Otherwise, this movie would have been a total write-off.
0.3
September, 2012
The Butterfly Effect 3: Revelations (2009)... 3/10
2012-09-29 23:56

I wish I could time-travel back to when I decided to watch this mess of a movie and get back the 90 minutes that I've wasted. The plot was terrible. The twist at the end was downright lame. If it wasn't for Chris Carmack's many shirtless scenes and the occasional gore, I wouldn't have persevered and stuck around till the end credits.
0.3
Resident Evil: Retribution (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-09-23 18:14

Installment No. 5 in the Resident Evil begins promisingly with a backward credit sequence, but immediately degrades into a messy excuse for quick zombie scares, blazing guns and a couple of big bad bosses. And what the hell is up with that ending? I guess we can expect another sequel in 2014.
0.3
Zaytoun (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-09-16 18:08

This tale about a young Palestinian refugee and an Israeli fighter pilot who form a tentative bond in their attempt to make their way across war-torn Lebanon back to their home is timely and poignant, and gives us hope that we could all overcome racial and political differences someday. Sadly, it is bogged down by glacial pacing in the beginning. The total running time is listed at 107 minutes, but it felt like the movie went on forever.
0.3
Bwakaw (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-09-15 19:56

If you peel back the humour and hilarity, this is a rather sad account of a lonely elderly gay man's journey into the sunset of his life.
0.3
Silver Linings Playbook (2012) - IMDb 9/10
2012-09-14 23:51

Everyone delivers in this ensemble drama about a man trying to make a brand new start after spending time in a mental health facility following the breakdown of his marriage. Bradley Cooper proves he's more than just comedy as former teacher Pat Solitano, and Jennifer Lawrence is simply stunning as Tiffany, the young widow who falls for him. The role is beyond her young years, but the "Hunger Games" actress pulls it off with flying colours.
0.3
Eyes Wide Open (2009) - IMDb 8/10
2012-09-08 19:34

A powerful gay movie reminiscent of Brokeback Mountain, but with Orthodox Jewish butchers instead of cowboys, and lots of Talmud talk.
0.3
August, 2012
Weekend (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2012-08-26 20:37

Tender, bittersweet, sincere and utterly real. This gay love story will ring true and tug at the heartstrings of those who have fallen in love with the right person, but at the wrong time.
0.3
The Bourne Legacy (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-08-10 09:30

Good introductory movie for a brand new character in the Bourne universe. Kinda wishing there was more to the story, though. Still, overall a good movie. Jeremy Renner has proven that he can be an action hero, and I'm looking forward to the next Bourne movie with maybe him and Matt Damon teaming up for a big explosive mission.
0.3
Total Recall (2012) - IMDb 6/10
2012-08-05 08:58

I very much enjoyed the future Earth they've conjured for this remake of the 1990 Arnold Schwarzenegger action movie. Lots of cool fictional technology that could actually be real someday. Colin Farrell did good filling in Arnold's shoes, as did Kate Beckinsale as the bad-ass secret agent wife. Overall, a semi-decent movie.
0.3
July, 2012
Insomnia (2002) - IMDb 8/10
2012-07-27 21:46

This remake of a 1997 Norwegian film is a mesmerizing psychological thriller that ably employs the superstar acting talents of Oscar winners Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Hilary Swank.
0.3
The Dark Knight Rises (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-07-22 10:11

I walked away from the theater not blown away, but merely satisfied. This conclusion to Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy is certainly nothing to scoff at, but at the same time, it doesn't really measure up to the insane amount of hype it had received prior to its release. Tom Hardy is very noteworthy as Batman's new nemesis, Bane.
0.3
The Little Mermaid (1989) - IMDb 9/10
2012-07-13 08:12

Definitely one of Disney's best animated features, this movie has everything in spades: romance, great musical numbers, humbling life lessons and a sassy crab to boot!
0.3
50/50 (2011) - IMDb 8/10
2012-07-07 18:53

Joseph Gordon Levitt and Seth Rogen bring solid, honest performances to the table in this movie about facing and coping with mortality.
0.3
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) - IMDb 8/10
2012-07-03 18:50

An enjoyable reboot of Marvel's most beloved superhero franchise. Sam Raimi and Tobey Maguire could never.
0.3
June, 2012
Magic Mike (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-06-25 16:26

Pleasant and enjoyable when taken as an excuse to watch Channing Tatum show off his mad dancing skills (and they are quite amazing). A bit of a mess otherwise.
0.3
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011) -... 8/10
2012-06-24 13:48

Not a bad sequel. The action sequences are very well-executed. Good story. The mystery isn't nearly as good as the first movie, though.
0.3
Rock of Ages (2012) - IMDb 3/10
2012-06-16 19:47

Mary J. Blige's fierce wigs give outstanding performances in this otherwise substance-free, overwrought cinematic excuse for Tom Cruise and company to do glorified karaoke of cheesy 80s metal tunes.
0.3
Prometheus (2012) - IMDb 4/10
2012-06-08 09:16

Awesome plot, terrible execution. I expected a solid thriller from Ridley Scott, not a poorly-written one rife with implausible actions, horrible characters doing stupid things, predictable twists, and plot holes that make you scratch your head and ask "Why??". For what it's worth, the effects are amazing, the giant Engineers look kind of cool, and Michael Fassbender is delightful as the "Is-he-or-isn't-he-evil" android David.
0.3
Box of Moon Light (1996) - IMDb 7/10
2012-06-06 08:29

Lovely story about taking stock of one's life, challenging one's comfort zone and living life unhindered. Both John Turturro and Sam Rockwell show acting balls. Literally.
0.3
Astonishing X-Men: Dangerous 7/10
2012-06-03 19:45

Not fan of the fact that this movie is divided into 6 12-minute chapters instead of one continuous feature. But Josh Whedon's brilliant story about the Danger Room's dark past is intact, as is John Cassaday’s evocative, occasionally gruesome artwork.
0.3
Astonishing X-Men: Gifted (Video 2010) -... 8/10
2012-06-02 10:47

Amazing animation of the first volume of acclaimed comic series created by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday. I absolutely love Emma Frost's cattiness. Whedon should totally do a full-on X-Men movie.
0.3
John Carter (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-06-01 10:43

Actually not a bad movie. Just a shame it was incorrectly promoted/marketed.
0.3
May, 2012
Chernobyl Diaries (2012) - IMDb 5/10
2012-05-28 10:39

The apocalyptic backdrop is pretty much the only thing that works in this movie, yet another one of the "found footage" kind.
0.3
Deadly Skies (TV 2007) - IMDb 5/10
2012-05-27 07:38

It's nice that Rae Dawn Chong still gets gainful employment, but this movie really is nothing more than an excuse for Michael Boisvert to show off his family jewels. The plot is very thin. And let's not even talk about the special effects!
0.3
Testosterone (2003) - IMDb 3/10
2012-05-27 07:34

I can see what they were trying to do with this loose film adaptation (and I use that term very loosely) of James Robert Baker's novel of the same name. Sadly, everything seems half-assed. The acting is mediocre, and the script and plot meander aimlessly. The three points this movie gets are for Antonio Sabato Jr.'s brief full frontal scene, and nothing else.
0.3
Lawn Dogs (1997) - IMDb 8/10
2012-05-21 15:26

A poignant story about innocence and how sometimes the most innocuous of friendships could be taken the wrong way by those who do not understand or ever care to. Mischa Devon and Sam Rockwell give two well-rounded performances.
0.3
Chronicle (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-05-16 15:24

Emos with superpowers? What's not to love?
0.3
The Avengers (2012) - IMDb 9/10
2012-05-12 09:53

Thoroughly satisfying superhero movie that checks off all the boxes. The Hulk deserves particular kudos for finally being cool.
0.3
April, 2012
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011)... 8/10
2012-04-21 17:56

Tom Cruise yet again resuscitates his sagging movie career with this proven action vehicle franchise that sees Ethan Hunt embark on even more seemingly impossible tasks. A delicious thrill ride.
0.3
A Dangerous Method (2011) - IMDb 4/10
2012-04-14 17:38

A dreadfully boring look at how Freud and Jung founded psychoanalysis. Probably could've been somewhat saved by a Michael Fassbender frontal nudity scene.
0.3
Lockout (2012) - IMDb 7/10
2012-04-11 17:42

This cat-and-mouse chase film set in a prison floating in space has just enough camp, just the right amount of sci-fi stuff, and well-executed action sequences to passably entertain.
0.3
March, 2012
Mister Foe (2007) - IMDb 8/10
2012-03-17 12:45

An interesting take on the Oedipus complex. Jamie Bell delivers a solid performance as the title character.
0.3
The Adventures of Tintin (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2012-03-10 12:48

Judged totally on its own merits, without the imposing shadow of the beloved comics upon which it was based, this movie passes with flying colours. The CGI is so well done that I sometimes found myself forgetting that the characters onscreen aren't real.
0.3
February, 2012
Lady and the Tramp (1955) - IMDb 8/10
2012-02-14 21:28

Cute and sweet, though I'm kinda miffed they didn't explain how those little puppies came to be near the end. I'm like, what's goin' on here?
0.3
January, 2012
IMDb - The Iron Lady (2011) 7/10
2012-01-22 18:19

A shame they had to frame Margaret Thatcher's remarkable story of ambition and drive on her slow descent into dementia in her later years. Still, another outstanding performance from Meryl Streep that should finally earn her a third Oscar.
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Beauty and the Beast (1991) - IMDb 7/10
2012-01-14 15:39

There really was no point in turning this classic Disney movie into the 3D format. Also, a bit too childish and naive for my taste.
0.3
A Single Man (2009) - IMDb 5/10
2012-01-07 13:33

How utterly boring, though I did enjoy Julianne Moore's hair immensely.
0.3
December, 2011
Shame 9/10
2011-12-03 15:24

Michael Fassbender in all his naked frontal glory? Hell yes!
0.3
November, 2011
J. Edgar 7/10
2011-11-27 15:26

Leonardo DiCaprio finally proves that he can do more than one character in this sleepy film about the controversial Father of the F.B.I.
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Immortals 6/10
2011-11-19 15:32

The gore is getting boring, and the use of 3D doesn't help this limp-wristed telling of the story of Theseus.
0.3
Real Steel (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2011-11-12 15:28

I initially thought this was going to be yet another cheesy story about a bad father who realizes the error of his ways and makes up for it with his estranged son, with robots thrown in for the action. I was, surprisingly, amazed by how good it was.
0.3
September, 2011
Samsara (2011) - IMDb 1/10
2011-09-18 21:00

I waited an hour in line for this mess? I could've just stayed home and tuned into the Learning Channel or whatever for something similar and with far more entertainment value than this.
0.3
Countdown 4/10
2011-09-13 21:00

A confused mess of a movie about a debt collector with a terminal illness that tried to be everything, in the process losing its focus and heart.
0.3
W.E. (2011) - IMDb 8/10
2011-09-13 14:30

It's no Citizen Kane, but this movie does not deserve all the venom and vitriol that self-righteous snotty critics are throwing at it. It's very elegant. The cinematography was gorgeous. Madonna had definitely found her voice as a director with this movie. She did her homework. The entanglement of the two ladies' stories and how she weaved them together was very refreshing.
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Edwin Boyd (2011) - IMDb 7/10
2011-09-12 15:00

A solid, glossy made-for-TV production that paints a sympathetic portrait of the life and times of an iconic Canadian soldier-turned-criminal in the 1950s.
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Extraterrestrial (2011) - IMDb 7/10
2011-09-11 18:00

This cheekily marketed romantic comedy set smack in the middle of an alien invasion doesn't actually give you aliens, but rather show you the alienation that human beings are all too often fully capable of feeling and making others feel.
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Apollo 18 (2011) - IMDb 4/10
2011-09-04 21:51

Promising premise/plot, underwhelming delivery. Basically, the Blair Witch Project set on the moon. Very disappointing.
0.3
August, 2011
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (2010) -... 3/10
2011-08-25 18:34

This remake of the 1973 original starts out promisingly, only to devolve into an exercise in pedestrian screenplay, even more pedestrian acting, and monsters that elicit chuckles rather than genuine scares.
0.3
Fright Night (2011) - IMDb 8/10
2011-08-17 18:25

Colin Farrell turns in a delicious performance as Jerry The Vampire in this well-executed remake of the 1985 original.
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IMDb - Final Destination 5 (2011) 7/10
2011-08-10 21:49

Five movies in and they still manage to elicit that thrill of waiting to see how pretty people get killed off. The 3D effects are particularly well done. Also, the tie in with the first movie was campy, if a bit predictable.
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Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) - IMDb 8/10
2011-08-07 20:09

I must admit I had low expectations going into this movie, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good it is. Story, special effects, acting. All top notch. They could have totally done away with Freida Pinto, though. She was utterly useless here.
0.3
July, 2011
Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) -... 9/10
2011-07-27 17:53

A solid superhero movie through and through. Chris Evans delivers as the titular hero. The CGI effects were beyond spectacular. Can't wait for The Avengers.
0.3
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part... 9/10
2011-07-24 06:38

An impressive conclusion to the Harry Potter saga.
0.3
Beastly (2011) - IMDb 4/10
2011-07-10 16:48

I almost totally believed that beastly Kyle is totally not recognizable as hot Kyle. Like, totally.
0.3
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)... 3/10
2011-07-02 16:09

Dreadful. Just dreadful.
0.3
Midnight in Paris (2011) - IMDb 8/10
2011-07-01 16:05

Woody Allen's love letter to Paris, France is innovative, witty and charming. Owen Wilson is delightful as a wide-eyed dreamer.
0.3
June, 2011
Green Lantern (2011) - IMDb 7/10
2011-06-17 23:22

Not as bad as most people make it out to be. Decent visual effects. Workable plot. Ryan Reynolds was cute and adorable as the titular character.
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Super 8 (2011) - IMDb 7/10
2011-06-12 21:20

Take Cloverfield, E.T., Revenge Of The Nerds, District 9, and maybe Adventureland, and put them in a blender, and you get Super 8. Nice of J.J. Abrams to do a throwback to the movies that Steven Spielberg did in the 80s, but it's mostly... pedestrian, and doesn't "whelm" one way or the other. Additionally, he needs to take a break from making suspense movies because his shtick has become repetitive and predictable.
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Hunger (2008) - IMDb 9/10
2011-06-05 13:47

A bleak and depressing look at the struggles of the Irish Republican Army, as seen through the harsh treatment by the British state of its Irish political prisoners, and the slow inevitable death of IRA leader Bobby Sands, who led a fruitless hunger strike demanding political status in 1981. A stellar first effort from directory Steve McQueen, and a commendable mainstream debut by actor Michael Fassbender, who delivers a truly gritty and naked performance, literally and figuratively.
0.3
X-Men: First Class (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2011-06-04 17:39

This prequel/origin story adeptly resuscitates the limping X-Men movie franchise and preps it up for a new generation of fans with a smart story and a great-looking new cast. The best thing in the movie, bar none, is easily Magneto in sweatpants.
0.3
May, 2011
I Am Number Four (2011) - IMDb 9/10
2011-05-30 22:17

Okay, it's pretty much the same old teen angst, coming-of-age story with a heavy sci-fi Roswellian slant. But who cares? It was well done. Effects were great. The action/battle sequences were fantastic. And the actors were pretty decent and oh so pretty easy on the eyes. My only lament is that they didn't put more of Number 6 in the movie. There HAS to be a sequel.
0.3
Florent: Queen of the Meat Market (2010) -... 2/10
2011-05-28 20:34

A disjointed, masturbatory, wholly unnecessary hindsight look at the entrepreneurial adventures of a gay bistro owner in New York's meatpacking district who admittedly used activism to further his own business interests. Kinda like how Lady Gaga is today.
0.3