Sunday, October 26, 2008

W.

☆☆1/2

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Josh Brolin plays a convincing George W. Bush.
Director, Oliver Stone, creates an interesting story that is based on published accounts and reports.

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Thandie Newton as Condoleezza Rice

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Religulous

☆☆☆1/2

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Clever and Funny
Whether you agree or disagree with Bill Maher, he raises some thought-provoking questions.

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This film will "push some buttons."

Rachel Getting Married

☆☆☆

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This is Anne Hathaway's best work to date.
'Rachel...' is a well-cast drama that looks at a family dealing with a past tragedy.

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If you're looking for light and fun, skip this movie.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

☆☆☆☆

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'Nick..' is one of the best comedies I've seen this year.
Michael Cera is a natural in front of the camera.

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One Disgusting (Funny) Scene

Call + Response

☆☆☆

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Important documentary that includes alarming information about the human slave trade.

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It's difficult to assign a star value to a movie like this.
The message is important, but the film may not hold your attention.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Eagle Eye

☆☆1/2

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Action-Packed Thriller
Shia LaBeouf is a compelling action hero.

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Frenetic Chase Scenes

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Lakeview Terrace

☆☆☆

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Engaging Suspense Thriller
Samuel L. Jackson gives us a disturbed and unsettling main character.

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Predictable
Some Violence

Thursday, October 9, 2008

Ghost Town

☆☆☆

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Ricky Gervais and Téa Leoni
This comedy/fantasy offers a few laughs and is surprisingly touching.

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My expectations were a little too high.