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Category: reviews

Only films I see in a theatre get a full-on review. Other titles seen on dvd and the like are covered in the “Reactions” section. My take on spoilers is that they pertain to the crux of the filmgoing experience – so while my posts aren’t what I’d call “spoilerific”, consider yourself warned.

All films are rated from one to four stars.

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GET LOW

As Our Lives Draw to Their Close, The Want for Redemption and Understanding Grows.

Posted on September 5, 2010June 2, 2012
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THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ALICE CREED

A Crime Caper Keeps It Simple…and Succeeds Gloriously.

Posted on August 21, 2010June 2, 2012
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HARRY BROWN

For Those Who Thought GRAN TORINO Was Too Warm and Fuzzy.

Posted on August 18, 2010August 13, 2015
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STEP UP 3-D

When I Lose a Bet…I Really Lose a Bet!

Posted on August 17, 2010June 16, 2012
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SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD

The Story of a Kid Whose Brain Always Seems to be Going a Mile a Minute, But Whose Guts Never Seem to Find First Gear.

Posted on August 15, 2010August 24, 2013
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RESTREPO

The Story of War…As Told By the Warriors.

Posted on August 8, 2010June 16, 2012
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DINNER FOR SCHMUCKS

It’s Not Funny…It’s Just Mean

Posted on August 1, 2010June 16, 2012
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SALT

A Pinch of Salt Goes A Long Way, Even If The Film Wants Us To Choke Back a Whole Spoonful.

Posted on July 25, 2010June 16, 2012
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INCEPTION

One Summer Film Gives Us The Kick

Posted on July 18, 2010January 13, 2014
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THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE

Salander is Back, But How Long Can She Play With Fire Before She gets Burned?

Posted on July 11, 2010March 3, 2012
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AGORA

Once again, science and religion are at odds.

Posted on July 4, 2010June 16, 2012
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WINTER’S BONE

Debra Granik brings us into the world of “Hillbilly Noir”

Posted on June 28, 2010October 18, 2013

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