It seems as though Anthony Hopkins’ beloved madman may have chloroformed director Ridley Scott during the making of this pointless and needlessly grotesque entry in the Lecter series. Happily, Julianne Moore escapes unscathed as Jodie Foster’s replacement.
Is Halle Berry’s psychologist confused by how she ended up as a patient in her own mental hospital or as a star in this horrendous “X-files” retread?
Robert Altman assembles his typically impressive ensemble cast in an upstairs-downstairs-style whodunit that could have used some paring down. The performances are wonderful throughout, of course, but it feels like you’re hosting a party and not getting to spend any time with your guests.
Jennifer Aniston takes her first real step out of the circle of ‘Friends’ with this star-turn as a bored retail employee who stirs up her stagnant marriage thanks to an affair with an emotionally disturbed boy (Jake Gyllanhaal).
The summer blockbuster, Nicholas Cage and Jerry Bruckheimer all reach new lows in this unforgivably brainless automobile parade.
The epic Roman spectacle is back, thanks to fascinating special effects, wonderful camerawork by Ridley Scott, and a matinee idol performance by Russell Crowe.
I don’t have anything against the idea of remaking “Risky Business” for the 21st century, with a porn star in place of a hooker, but this unimaginative would-be comedy runs out of steam after about twenty minutes.
"Crumb" director Terry Zwigoff’s portrait of aimless, disaffected youth in Anytown, USA hits the nail on the head with frightening frequency.
Stale, rehashed, over-done “A Few Good Men” rip-off with John Travolta wanting the truth and the army not being able to handle the truth.
Impressive writing-directing debut from TV’s Zach Braff, a small, contemplative updating of “The Graduate”, shows a good ear for thoughtful, observational humor and a gift for understated angst. Plus, it’s good to see Natalie Portman acting again.
