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This true story of Boston Marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman is dramatic, deeply-felt, and surprisingly funny, with a meticulously-constructed performance that may net Oscar recognition for leading man Jake Gyllenhaal.
This true story of Boston Marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman is dramatic, deeply-felt, and surprisingly funny, with a meticulously-constructed performance that may net Oscar recognition for leading man Jake Gyllenhaal.
This sequel to 2014’s stylish spy flick picks up right where the last left off: loud, brash, and unapologetic. The question is, how could they possibly ratchet it up for the next one?
Not destined to be a classic, but creepy visuals and few grim death scenes may satiate horror fans as we ramp up to Halloween movie season.
Those with a penchant for thought-provoking films may enjoy it, but the latest from writer/director Darren Aronofsky rides the line between challenging and frustrating and too often tips into the latter category.
An origin story that finds itself in need of an origin story. Despite this, the action is gritty and unvarnished, making for a watchable end product.
Innocuous new biopic offers a sedate stroll through reclusive author J.D. Salinger’s life.
Scary, funny, deeper than you’d expect, sweeter than you might hope, this is the Stephen King adaptation that fans have been waiting years for.
This story of wrongful incarceration packs an emotional punch and puts a face on the potentially tragic consequences of rushing to judgment.
Director Steven Soderbergh’s latest is a supremely satisfying, elegantly crafted heist flick that’s also laugh-out-loud funny.
This film version of Stephen King’s multi-volume epic throws viewers in at the deep end. If you haven’t read the books you’ll likely be lost. If you have read the books you won’t fare much better.
| ★★★★★ | Perfection |
| ★★★★☆ | Outstanding |
| ★★★☆★☆ | Excellent |
| ★★★☆☆ | Very good |
| ★★☆★☆☆ | Good |
| ★★☆☆☆ | OK |
| ★☆★☆☆☆ | Pretty Bad |
| ★☆☆☆☆ | Poor |
| ☆★☆☆☆☆ | Blech! |
| No Stars | Fail! |