Friday the 13th
This latest installment in the venerable franchise doesn’t aspire to be a great film, just a good slasher pic, and that’s exactly what it is.
This latest installment in the venerable franchise doesn’t aspire to be a great film, just a good slasher pic, and that’s exactly what it is.
A depressing exploration of a man with no prospects. Unfortunately, it’s supposed to be a comedy.
Mid-level addition to the sub-genre: “The Jim Carrey Comedy”.
The seamless blend of acting, direction, and story make “Gran Torino” another Eastwood triumph.
Disproving the old adage “Third time’s the charm”, this mess doesn’t even deserve a straight-to-video release.
In spite of the great casting, this is one gift that you’ll want to return.
Bernie Mac and Samuel L. Jackson deliver plenty of smiles, laughs, and (of course) soul in this welcome addition to the road movie canon.
Director John Moore delivers the goods, but it’s not enough to overcome an extremely weak script.
This familiar sports movie puts a decent team on the field, but fails to cross the goal line.
A strong script and stellar ensemble cast propel this extended metaphor about a world suddenly afflicted with blindness. Ironically, it’s not an easy film to watch, nor should it be.
| ★★★★★ | Perfection |
| ★★★★☆ | Outstanding |
| ★★★☆★☆ | Excellent |
| ★★★☆☆ | Very good |
| ★★☆★☆☆ | Good |
| ★★☆☆☆ | OK |
| ★☆★☆☆☆ | Pretty Bad |
| ★☆☆☆☆ | Poor |
| ☆★☆☆☆☆ | Blech! |
| No Stars | Fail! |