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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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UP

To infinity and beyond!

Posted on June 3, 2009June 14, 2012
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TERMINATOR: SALVATION

Judgement Day has passed. Now it’s time for the Resistance to fight back.

Posted on May 24, 2009October 27, 2012
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STAR TREK

Time to boldly go…back!

Posted on May 15, 2009May 18, 2013
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X MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE

A middling origin story shows that a great comic book film comes down to unquantifiable alchemy.

Posted on May 2, 2009March 27, 2013
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ADVENTURELAND

Sometimes all it takes is right mix of guys and girls to make for one unforgettable summer – for better or for worse.

Posted on April 27, 2009August 31, 2012
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MONSTERS VS. ALIENS

Dreamworks gets cute and schlocky all at the same time, and as usual they spare no expense when it comes to casting voice talent.

Posted on April 5, 2009August 18, 2012
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I LOVE YOU, MAN

There’s nothing like a springtime bromance.

Posted on March 22, 2009April 13, 2014
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HAPPY-GO-LUCKY

People like Poppy have a habit of leaving an impression.

Posted on March 15, 2009October 23, 2014
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REVOLUTIONARY ROAD

Sometimes you can have it all, and still find true happiness eludes you.

Posted on March 15, 2009August 7, 2013
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THE WATCHMEN

What happens when the heroes we appoint to keep watch decide they’ve had enough of watching?

Posted on March 8, 2009September 1, 2012
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CHE

Looking for a four-plus-hour film in spanish? Today’s your lucky day.

Posted on March 5, 2009August 18, 2012
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THE READER

A great film is locked inside a good film and we’ve forgotten where we left the key.

Posted on March 5, 2009October 4, 2013

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