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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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THE LEGO MOVIE

It’s come to this. A generation of man-children need to be reminded how to play nice.

Posted on February 18, 2014February 23, 2014
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THE MONUMENTS MEN

George Clooney steps back behind his easel and shows us that while his concepts are strong, his brushstrokes lack technique.

Posted on February 9, 2014February 16, 2014
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LONE SURVIVOR

What is it that makes this film feel so “twenty years ago”, and why is that not good enough any more?

Posted on February 2, 2014February 7, 2014
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PHILOMENA

Stephen Frears returns with a bittersweet tale of love, faith, and forgiveness.

Posted on January 19, 2014February 28, 2014
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AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY

With family like this, who needs enemies?

Posted on January 12, 2014January 17, 2014
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ENOUGH SAID

Going back a little bit for an under-appreciated gem of 2013.

Posted on December 27, 2013September 11, 2020
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THE WOLF OF WALL STREET

Lifestyles of the Cold and Greedy.

Posted on December 26, 2013February 28, 2014
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INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS

Perhaps the allure of folk music is the quiet comfort in hearing about characters who have it worse than us.

Posted on December 22, 2013December 27, 2013
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AMERICAN HUSTLE

We all want a taste of the finer things. Few are willing to work for it; many are willing to hustle for it.

Posted on December 20, 2013February 28, 2014
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HER

In an age of increasing isolation, Spike Jonze tells a tale of a beautiful moment of connection.

Posted on December 18, 2013September 11, 2023
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SAVING MR. BANKS

An attempt to honour two creative powerhouses drifts over in disorder, catastrophe, and anarchy.

Posted on December 15, 2013December 22, 2013
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ALL IS LOST

Some won’t be beaten until they believe they are beaten.

Posted on December 8, 2013December 13, 2013

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