‘Lotus Eaters’ has its moments, but not enough of them
“Less is more” is a famous quote. But there are times when less is simply less. Sadly, this is one of those times.
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‘Scary Movie 5’ is about as far away from funny as a comedy can get
There’s simply nothing in it that will register as anything even remotely close to hilarious.
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‘42’ is the best baseball movie in ages
Unlike ‘Movie 43,’ for which there were at least 43 reasons not to go, there are at a minimum, 42 good reasons to go and see ’42.’
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‘The Company You Keep’ has a great cast… too bad the script isn’t as good
Redford produces, directs and stars in this film that takes a look at the life of a man who has been on the run for more than three decades.
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‘Lucky Bastard’ is graphic, disturbing and excellent
This flick is rated NC-17 for a reason, meaning some viewers will find the material disturbing and potentially offensive. It is not for the faint of heart.
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‘G.I. Joe: Retaliation’ fires for effect and is on-target
Director Jon M. Chu manages to deliver a fine mix of great action with just the right touch of humor to give audiences a nicely done popcorn flick.
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Take a trip to ‘The Place Beyond The Pines’ – it’s worth the journey
This is a taut film, fraught with tension and graced with wonderful performances.
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Pour yourself a cup from ‘The Brass Teapot’, it will taste wonderful
At first glance this film may look like just another mortality tale about good people being tempted by evil. But director Ramaa Mosley and writer Tim Macy have actually crafted a movie that examines much more relevant and timely questions.
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‘Olympus Has Fallen’ is a throwback to the popcorn-action flicks of yesteryear
The implausibility of much of what happens in this film isn’t worthy of discussion or real consideration. It’s a popcorn action flick and on that level it delivers quite well.
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No need to apply early for ‘Admission’, wait for the DVD
I’ve heard that the novel that was adapted into this film is an excellent one. Too bad the movie isn’t.
