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Super 8 Review: Kid Stars Are Awesome Again

June 11, 2011

When I see the name J.J. Abrams, the geek side of me cannot help but squeal with joy. Lost is one of the most iconic television series of all time, and the recent remake of Star Trek is as good… Read More

4.5

out of 5

The Tree of Life Review: Malick’s Spiritual Journey

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May 27, 2011

Terrence Malick has given us some powerful if infrequent films over the years. His films are a rare and beautiful experience each and every time. The newest and boldest, The Tree of Life, pushes the boundaries of arthouse cinema. Taking… Read More

4.8

out of 5

The Hangover Part II Review: Drunk Caper, Take 2

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May 26, 2011

A more suitable title for the sequel to 2009's breakout R-rated comedy, The Hangover Part II, would have been The Hangover Take II. It plays like a cover version to a popular song with familiar chords and riffs maestro Todd… Read More

3.5

out of 5

Midnight in Paris Review: Woody Allen Strikes Back

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May 26, 2011

Woody Allen is an iconic name in Hollywood. He has been directing, writing and even starring in movies since the 1950's, and is still prolific today. Many think that the modern day Woody Allen pales in comparison to his older… Read More

4.2

out of 5

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Review: Familiar Waters

2.5

out of 5

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May 21, 2011

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl introduced us to a world of magic, intrigue and wonder with the silly antics of interesting characters plucked from an inspiring theme park ride. It turned into a modern day… Read More

2.5

out of 5

Thor Review: Clash of Realms

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May 6, 2011

Returning once again to the pre-Avengers universe, Marvel Studios introduces us to another one of its familiar characters, Thor: God of Thunder. The world we were so thoroughly introduced to in the Iron Man movies and The Incredible Hulk has… Read More

4.0

out of 5

Scott Pilgrim vs the World Review: A Faithful Distraction

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August 11, 2010

British filmmaker Edgar Wright has quietly carved out a very impressive career over the past eleven years or so. Be it his television series Spaced, 2004's romantic zombie comedy Shaun of the Dead or his 2007 spoof of American buddy… Read More

2.4

out of 5

Inception Review: A Breathtaking Accomplishment

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July 15, 2010

If you're like me and are ready to toss dirt on the coffin of this year's summer movie season, you can put away the shovel for the time being. Just in time to save us from the likes of Aston… Read More

4.8

out of 5

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Review: More Entertaining Then Magical

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July 13, 2010

There is an unwritten rule somewhere that audiences love their summer blockbusters to feature the unlikeliest of societal reject imaginable to be our planet's savior. The more askew the hero from the norm, the more entertaining their bumbling and unusual… Read More

3.8

out of 5

Predators Review: Neon Green Blood is Cool Again

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July 8, 2010

Predators, born from a Robert Rodriguez concept conceived and subsequently shelved in 1994 until last year, is an embodiment of the 1985 original as much as the sequel Fox could never seem to get right after three previous attempts. The… Read More

4.0

out of 5