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Resident Evil: Afterlife
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
'Resident Evil: Afterlife 3D' is more disappointing than the previous films only because they added nothing new than having derivative slow motion sequences, bad acting and an incoherent storyline.
1/4
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The Social Network
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
David Fincher and screenwriter Aaron Sorkin have put together a well-acted, intelligent, and compelling film that merits accolades as one of the best films of 2010.
3.5/4
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The Fighter
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
Mark Wahlberg's portrayal of former boxer Mickey Ward packs a riveting and powerful punch but it's the performances by the rest of the cast, including scene stealer Christian Bale that makes the film a winner.
3/4
4
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The Tourist
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
The only thing worth noting is that the film is beautifully shot, but too bad 'The Tourist' is a just a lifeless, boring romantic mess.
1/4
4
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True Grit
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
The thought of remaking the film that finally garnered an Academy Award for John Wayne seemed inconceivable at first, but in the hands of Oscar winners Ethan and Joel Coen, 'True Grit,' is a splendid delight and a reboot that Wayne would be proud of.
3/4
4
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Unknown
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
While it's not a sequel, one can see this film and call it 'Taken' with a twist and they wouldn't complain. They would get their money's worth.'Unknown' has plenty of action, suspense and dramatic moments to keep one engaged and satisfied.
3/4
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Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
'BM:LF,LS' is pretty thin on the comedy. A few chuckles doesn't justify the return of an aging character, whose make-up has already lost its appeal. It's time to put away the fat suit.
1/5
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Hereafter
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
Eastwood's latest drama fails to ignite a spark that will bring an audience to see a film involving the afterlife and supernatural.
2/5
5
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Piranha 3-D
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
Though it's campy and gory, but for all its hype, it's best to save your money rather than spring the dough for special effects that aren't that spectacular -- or even eye-popping.
2/5
5
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Takers
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
'Takers' works because of its solid pace and action scenes, including one chase sequence that will have the audience rooting for both the cops and robbers. It's the perfect popcorn film to end the summer season.
3/5
5
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White Wedding
AOL Black Voices
Wilson Morales
While the plot is predictable, South Africa's 'White Wedding' is still an entertaining comedic film that audiences will find universally appealing.
3/5
5
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Emma.
AV Club
Garrett Mitchell
It's clear that de Wilde adores Emma, for all her challenges, just as much as her fictional admirers. And audiences should fall in love with her again, too.
4/5
5
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Adrift
AWFJ Women on Film
Sarah Knight Adamson
Technically, a film to be appreciated for its cinematic story-telling and the excellent performance by Shailene Woodley in the most challenging performance of her career.
3/4
4
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Ant-Man and the Wasp
AWFJ Women on Film
Sarah Knight Adamson
Unquestionably, the recognition of The Wasp/Evangeline Lily's superhero's name in the film's title is an intelligent choice--along with the choice to center on family.
3.5/4
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Clover
AWFJ Women on Film
Cate Marquis
CLOVER is not as clever as it thinks it is but it benefits from a strong cast...
2/4
4
2
4
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First Man
AWFJ Women on Film
Sarah Knight Adamson
Quote from the past, "Behind every successful man there is a woman." Claire Foy as Janet Armstrong, shines as she's written to portray strength, love, uncertainty, and fortitude.
3.5/4
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3.5
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A Simple Wedding
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
A Simple Wedding is a wonderful peek into one Iranian family's experience choosing to live with varying degrees of assimilation, while celebrating their own cultural traditions.
4/5
5
4
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Bathtubs Over Broadway
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
On rare occasions, the truly bizarre and the utterly charming intersect. Dava Whisenant's directorial debut about industrial musicals shines delightful light on the subject matter.
4.5/5
5
4.5
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Bull
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
As Abe, Rob Morgan carries a weary self-assurance and the bone-deep wisdom of a survivor, and it's heartbreaking, in this story about found family and forgiveness.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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9
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Dilili in Paris (Dilili à Paris)
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
It is both an old story, and one that we must continue to tell.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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9
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Jinn
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Coming-of-age drama Jinn is a beautiful meditation on the complexities of becoming whole in a world that seems to thrive on breaking the spirit of anyone seen as 'other'.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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Judy & Punch
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Foulkes has created a fascinating fairy tale from the female perspective, and we should all be excited to see what she brings us next.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
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Lost Transmissions
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
A hard watch, Lost Transmissions takes us into the world of the suffering, without bombast and without flamboyance, in a way rarely shown onscreen.
4/5
5
4
5
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9
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Military Wives
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Scott Thomas elevates every project, and here she nearly makes a marvel out of the mediocrity.
2.5/5
5
2.5
5
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9
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Queen & Slim
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Queen & Slim flows through you from the screen like music you've rarely heard played out loud. Visceral. Transcendent. Haunting...Complex and deep, Queen & Slim is about cap L legacy.
5/5
5
5
5
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9
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1,016
Tell It to the Bees
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Tell it to the Bees is ultimately a love story, and Grainger and Paquin make it a good one.
3/5
5
3
5
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4
9
2
1,016
The Painter and the Thief
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
This remarkable, transformative story, in which the director explores the relationship between the subjects, gets to deeper truths and is a soul-stirring, life-affirming watch.
5/5
5
5
5
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8
9
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1,016
The Photograph
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
From its first moments, it's like the movie, with its underlying romantic jazz score and winning co-leads, is calling the viewers into an intimate slow dance.
5/5
5
5
5
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9
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The Queen
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Not least for the must-see jaw-dropping bitch-fest scene courtesy of Crystal LaBeija, who was later indelibly captured in 1990's Paris is Burning, this film is truly a priceless cinematic artifact of LGBTQ and film history.
5/5
5
5
5
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9
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Transit
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
Bleak but beautiful, Transit is a perfectly-timed look at ethnic cleansing, and the ever-sliding scale of each individual's perceptions of personal responsibility and moral obligation.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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9
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What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael
AWFJ Women on Film
Leslie Combemale
A fascinating look at a woman who carved out a life as a writer in an industry that has been famously unforgiving of opinions offered by female voices.
3/5
5
3
5
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4
9
2
1,016
Casa de los Babys
About.com
Marcy Dermansky
The topic--international adoption--is certainly compelling and the performances convincing, but as a drama, Casa de Los Babys never quite comes to life.
7/10
10
7
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The Red Shoes
About.com
David Nusair
...a periodically spellbinding yet grossly overlong endeavor that could've used a few more passes through the editing bay.
2.5/4
4
2.5
4
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12 Years a Slave
About.com
David Nusair
...meticulously made, sporadically captivating, and yet palpably overlong...
3/4
4
3
4
false
4
7
2
1,018
Fast & Furious 6
About.com
David Nusair
...Furious 6 fares noticeably worse than its surprisingly entertaining (yet far-from-flawless) predecessor...
2/4
4
2
4
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2
7
2
1,018
Flow: For Love of Water
About.com
Jennifer Merin
The documentary shows in no uncertain terms that if we continue to abuse our water supply, Earth will become uninhabitable and humankind will become extinct.
4/4
4
4
4
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7
2
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Ramona and Beezus
About.com
David Nusair
...an affable yet forgettable little comedy...
2.5/4
4
2.5
4
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7
2
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The Purge
About.com
David Nusair
It's a rather ludicrous premise that's employed to persistently underwhelming effect by writer/director James DeMonaco...
2/4
4
2
4
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2
7
2
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The Tortured
About.com
David Nusair
...a passable horror effort that remains a marginal cut above its direct-to-video brethren.
2.5/4
4
2.5
4
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7
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Ant-Man and the Wasp
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
Its quiet optimism feels both welcome and badly needed.
7.5/10
10
7.5
10
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19
2
1,019
Avengers: Infinity War
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
An impressive feat simply because of the discipline and skill required to deliver so much in such a comparatively tight package.
8/10
10
8
10
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14
19
2
1,019
Black Panther
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
Black is beautiful.
8/10
10
8
10
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14
19
2
1,019
Deadpool 2
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
You can feel the filmmakers pulling their punches when they should be lunging for the jugular: more interested in protecting the franchise than letting the character do what we paid good money to watch him do.
5/10
10
5
10
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8
19
2
1,019
Incredibles 2
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
It's a work of pure craftsmanship, designed to hold up to repeat viewings and making a grand companion piece to the first film.
9/10
10
9
10
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16
19
2
1,019
Justice League
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
it makes for a reasonable amount of fun in its own right... enough to put a gentle smile on your face and look towards future movies with a little more hope.
6/10
10
6
10
false
10
19
2
1,019
Ready Player One
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
It may be just a roller coaster, but it respects itself enough to be the best rollercoaster it possibly can.
8/10
10
8
10
false
14
19
2
1,019
Solo: A Star Wars Story
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
Solo probably won't top anyone's list of their favorite Star Wars movies, and if you're looking for any surprises, you've come to the wrong place. But that doesn't mean it's not a whole lot of fun.
7/10
10
7
10
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12
19
2
1,019
Tomb Raider
Action Figure Junkies
Rob Vaux
The pieces are there. They just need better assembly.
5/10
10
5
10
false
8
19
2
1,019
Black Panther
AdeAdeniji.com
Ade Adeniji
You know there must be something special about a superhero movie, an action superhero movie at that, to get my mother to see that movie. And not just once.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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7
9
2
1,020
High Flying Bird
AdeAdeniji.com
Ade Adeniji
Whether you fly along with High Flying Bird depends a lot on if you're compelled by the dialogue-heavy scenes of Power Broker A facing off against Power Broker B. There are many.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,020
The Last Black Man in San Francisco
AdeAdeniji.com
Ade Adeniji
[It is] streamlining what it wants to say, all the while complicating basic ideas of history and mythmaking.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,020
Uncut Gems
AdeAdeniji.com
Ade Adeniji
Uncut Gems really nails the anxiety involved in watching sports, and the joy. But while this investment can come from being a noble fan rooting for their home team, there are so many other ways to have skin in the game.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,020
Us
AdeAdeniji.com
Ade Adeniji
There's much to admire about Us.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,020
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Adelaide Review
David 'Mad Dog' Bradley
The climax comes somewhat too late and the final result suffers from a lopsided structure, this nevertheless offers nice playing (from Green and Stamp especially), some fanciful FX and a few Burton-esque film-buff references.
3/5
5
3
5
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4
9
2
1,021
The Magnificent Seven
Adelaide Review
David 'Mad Dog' Bradley
This most satisfying, testosterone-fuelled shoot-'em-up is great fun, with pleasing work from the whole cast.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
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5
9
2
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Der Blaue Engel (The Blue Angel)
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
A classic of the German cinema. Jannings is tragic, Dietrich is devastating.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,022
Ghost
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
This occult love story deserved its hit status.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Avalon
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
An overstuffed family drama that's not nearly as magical as it thinks it is.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Leap of Faith
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Comic Steve Martin gives an underappreciated dramatic performance as a phony preacher man. Among his best work.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
The Secret Garden
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Agnieszka Holland and cinematographer Roger Deakins orchestrate the film's blossoming of human and plant life with care, transcending Hollywood's typical family fare.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
The Fugitive
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
In a morally confused age, a take-no-prisoner, seemingly heartless predator like Tommy Lee Jones' Gerard could easily be elected to high political office.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Nobody's Fool
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Newman in fine late-career form.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Loose-limbed, rubber-mouthed and poodle-hyper, Carrey is the screen's next great clown.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Antonia (Antonia's Line)
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
An amateurish, self-conscious film with a ham-fisted message.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Yellow Submarine
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Not a splendid time for all.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Dracula - Dead and Loving It
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
This Dracula spoof belongs dead.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,022
Duck Soup
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
The magnificent Marx Brothers at their funniest and most chaotic.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,022
Edward Scissorhands
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Johnny Depp and Tim Burton in magical collaboration.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
Eraser
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Schwarzenegger delivers big action, big stunts and high-tech suspense, but Eraser ultimately fails to thrill.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Falling Down
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Douglas' tortured misfit is a chore to watch.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
The Fisher King
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
With director Terry Gilliam at the helm, Robin Williams actually succeeds in a drama.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Fluke
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Touching in a shaggy dog sort of way.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Free Willy
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Schmaltzy.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Hear My Song
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Ned Beatty gives a great performance in the Ireland-set charmer.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
In the Army Now
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
A good reason to go AWOL.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,022
Jungle 2 Jungle
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
A fairly awful Tim Allen comedy.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,022
Maggie
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
The grim, contemplative "Maggie" personalizes zombies, thanks in part to an unusually serious performance by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
2.5/5
5
2.5
5
false
3
9
2
1,022
Manhattan
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
The best of Woody Allen.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
Mary Poppins
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Classic Disney at his most lavish.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Mr. Brooks
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Clever and engaging, Mr. Brooks contains some of Kevin Costner's best work.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
Mr. Destiny
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
An awful redemption flick.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,022
Nine Months
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Quickly forgettable romantic comedy. Not even the promising pairing of Grant and Moore can salvage it.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Ordinary People
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
The 1980 drama hasn't aged well.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,022
Plan 9 from Outer Space
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
The ultimate cult flick.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
The Preacher's Wife
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Definitely not Denzel Washington's finest hour.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,022
The Serpent and the Rainbow
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
A trippy, guilty pleasure.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
You Only Live Twice
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
A primetime Bond adventure + the best Bond movie theme of all time.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,022
Young Frankenstein
Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)
John Wirt
Mel Brooks at his hysterical peak.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,022
I Am Not Your Negro
Affinity Magazine
Valerie Complex
What is scary is how seamlessly the film transitions between the racially charged tragedies of today and the tragedies of the civil rights movement. It paints a picture that race relations have not changed in since the 1960s.
4/5
5
4
5
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3
5
1
1,023
Life
Affinity Magazine
Valerie Complex
When compared to the cast of Alien, the ISS team isn't well-textured, developed, or likable.
2/5
5
2
5
false
1
5
1
1,023
The Zookeeper's Wife
Affinity Magazine
Valerie Complex
The film could have been an excellent introduction to a relatively unknown historical figure, but it doesn't eloquently capture the essence of their real life struggle.
2/5
5
2
5
false
1
5
1
1,023
A Mighty Heart
AfroToronto
Kam Williams
Jolie, dominating nearly every scene, is rather remarkable in this star vehicle, effectively conveying a convincing combination of unwavering dedication and the dire desperation of a woman who insists on remaining at the center of the search for her man.
4/4
4
4
4
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3
4
1
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Star Trek Beyond
Aggressive Comix
Steph Cozza
Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto have an amazing chemistry on screen.
B
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4
6
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American Pie
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
The no-holds-barred rowdiness of American Pie makes it worth seeing.
8/10
10
8
10
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7
10
1
1,026
The Blair Witch Project
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
Because of its originality, its innovation, and its sheer feeling of authenticity, The Blair Witch Project is the scariest movie I have ever seen.
10/10
10
10
10
false
9
10
1
1,026
Fight Club
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
This movie is almost hypnotically weird, and I liked it for that very reason. Not everyone will.
9/10
10
9
10
false
8
10
1
1,026
Never Been Kissed
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
I smiled all through this movie, partly because it had something worthwhile to say, and partly because Drew Barrymore brings such a wonderful energy to it.
8/10
10
8
10
false
7
10
1
1,026
The Sixth Sense
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
An extraordinarily well-told ghost story.
9/10
10
9
10
false
8
10
1
1,026
South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
I was reasonably sure I was going to enjoy the film; what I didn't expect was a first-rate satire of censorship and the kind of political hysteria that currently threatens to create it.
9/10
10
9
10
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8
10
1
1,026
The Story of Us
Aisle Seat
Mike McGranaghan
The Story of Us has enough good elements to make it watchable, but overall I felt let down by it.
7/10
10
7
10
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6
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