‘The Man with the Iron Fists’ packs real punch
This is a fun film… as long as you don’t think too hard about the logic.
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‘Cloud Atlas’ could have used a better guide
The ambitious – and gorgeous – storytelling kaleidoscope could have used some clearer focus.
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‘Eat, Sleep, Die’ is a fine debut feature
This is a strong debut feature film for writer/director Gabriela Pichler.
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‘The Central Park Five’ is a compelling documentary from Ken Burns
The saddest part of the tale is how this has affected the lives of the five and how their search for ultimate justice has been denied.
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‘Electrick Children’ packs very little charge
A story about religion, miracles, immaculate conception, rock and roll and teen-angst, all wrapped up into 96 minutes.
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‘Chasing Mavericks’ is great for surfers, but not everyone
Based on the true story of Jay Moriarity, surfers and fans of surfing will love this movie.
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‘Sinister’ is a creepy chiller that could have used more fright
A great sense of dread and atmosphere established early in the film gets deflated by the lackluster conclusion and obvious climax.
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Tyler Perry is not great as brooding ‘Alex Cross’
Rob Cohen is a hit and miss director. This new film falls somewhere in between.
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‘Smashed’ isn’t a smash hit, but it’s darn close
Films about someone suffering from alcoholism aren’t new, and this one does it well, even if it fails to break new ground.
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Helen Hunt shines in ‘The Sessions,’ a captivating tale of sex and human need
This excellent drama will – and should – give Helen Hunt her second, much deserved Oscar for her outstanding performance.
