Lame and extremely forced con artist yarn evokes neither emotion nor excitement.
A young tightrope walker danced on a cable between the Twin Towers in this exceedingly well-made documentary. While not addressed here, the joy of the day is tempered by what was to follow.
Joel Hopkins’ pleasant but forgettable romance is like “Before Sunrise” for the older, less intellectually-demanding crowd.
Relentlessly sentimental tearjerker succeeds solely on the charm of its stars on two and four legs.
Frank Miller’s stiff adaptation of the Will Eisner comic book character feels more like a pet project, full of gee-whiz visuals but lacking a certain, well, spirit.
Affected, overwrought misstep from director Sam Mendes tracks the brutal disintegration of a 50s-era suburban couple in high style and higher melodrama.
This true story about Jewish freedom fighting brothers during WWII is good but falls far short of its intended mark.
An animated documentary that examines war through the eyes of a soldier that is as powerful and well-crafted as one could ever hope.
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.
