Rotten 3/4
| Fresh 88%
| Bolt (2008) | "
It's not a 'gourmet' banquet on the order of Ratatouille or the first Shrek, but this peppy picture is certainly more than a cinematic 'snack,' and for its 96-minute running time will not bore kids, the parents or other adults joining them." Posted Nov 21, 2008 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 28%
| What Happens in Vegas (2008) | "
Though likely not a film you'll remember a month after seeing it, it does hit most of the right notes for a good date flick." Posted May 9, 2008 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 13%
| Made of Honor (2008) | "
Dempsey and Monaghan -- and the rest of the cast, for that matter -- give it their all, but it just isn't enough to lift this formulaic nonsense out of the stew of mediocrity in which it merely simmers from start to finish." Posted May 2, 2008 |
Fresh 4/4
| Fresh 93%
| Iron Man (2008) | "
Iron Man is simply great escapism. It deserves to be the first blockbuster of the summer." Posted May 1, 2008 |
Fresh 3.5/4
| Fresh 63%
| Baby Mama (2008) | "
One of the funniest movies to be released so far this year." Posted Apr 25, 2008 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 40%
| 27 Dresses (2008) | "
27 Dresses is one heck of a happy date movie. Smiling faces are guaranteed on all seen exiting when the credits finally do roll here." Posted Jan 18, 2008 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 27%
| The Game Plan (2007) | "
Yes, this is a road we've traveled down before, but at least this time, it's paved with a lot of charm and heart." Posted Sep 28, 2007 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 51%
| Mr. Bean's Holiday (2007) | "
For younger audiences, Mr. Bean's Holiday will be a pleasure, and of course, Bean addicts will, as always, be happy to see Atkinson's alter ego return to the big screen." Posted Aug 24, 2007 |
Rotten 1.5/4
| Rotten 1%
| Daddy Day Camp (2007) | "
The acting is atrocious and more obvious than you see in many high school or college productions. The jokes are stale. The storyline is so predictable, I'll bet nearly everyone in the theater will guess what happens next." Posted Aug 8, 2007 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 13%
| I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry (2007) | "
It all boils down to a horrible waste of talent." Posted Jul 20, 2007 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 49%
| Nancy Drew (2007) | "
Overall, it feels lame. A disappointing revival of a classic character." Posted Jun 15, 2007 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 59%
| Gracie (2007) | "
It's a sweet and uplifting film, and though quite predictable, gives us a family drama that showcases simple truths about overcoming seemingly impossible odds and leaves you with a warm and very satisfying feeling deep down." Posted Jun 1, 2007 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Fresh 72%
| 28 Weeks Later (2007) | "
While the plot is relatively predictable, the pacing will keep audiences riveted and likely fascinated by the ways Fresnadillo and his team deliver death and mayhem." Posted May 11, 2007 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 18%
| The Ex (2007) | "
Braff and Bateman engage in a beautiful comedic, verbal ballet that made me laugh much more than I would have thought I would, given what I knew about the story before watching the film. Both actors display on-target timing." Posted May 11, 2007 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 51%
| The Flying Scotsman (2007) | "
Even for audiences who normally would not be interested in cycling, The Flying Scotsman is a good choice, because this film is about so much more. Miller has given us an appealing, if unusual, protagonist who leads us to cheer him on in life." Posted May 4, 2007 |
Fresh 3/4
| Fresh 66%
| Meet the Robinsons (2007) | "
Though state-of-the-art technically, I think you'll find there's a healthy, old-fashioned feel to this movie -- one that will make you walk out of the theater feeling satisfied, and all warm 'n fuzzy inside." Posted Mar 30, 2007 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 46%
| Pride (2007) | "
Pride is a lovingly-presented homage to the heroism of Jim Ellis' life and his life's work." Posted Mar 23, 2007 |
Rotten 2.5/4
| Rotten 47%
| Shooter (2007) | "
While it's fast-paced and often something of a nail-biter, Shooter doesn't really pay off, other than merely give us a lot of action, merely for action's sake." Posted Mar 23, 2007 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 8%
| Premonition (2007) | "
The most irritating thing about this film is its overall lack of clear direction. Bullock is always running around in a sort of a fog, dashing from scene to scene, but with no sense of purpose." Posted Mar 16, 2007 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 8%
| Gray Matters (2007) | "
Nearly every scene of this movie rings hollow, mainly because we can never really believe that what we're seeing up on the screen could truly happen." Posted Mar 9, 2007 |
Rotten 1.5/4
| Rotten 14%
| Wild Hogs (2007) | "
This is just another waste of time I'd really hate for you to undergo -- and pay for." Posted Mar 2, 2007 |
Rotten 2.5/4
| Rotten 8%
| The Number 23 (2007) | "
A thriller like this needs to pack a lot of firepower on the backend. Unfortunately, all we get is a weak, much-anticipated little pop." Posted Feb 23, 2007 |
Rotten 2.5/4
| Rotten 35%
| Reno 911!: Miami (2007) | "
For the most part, this movie feels like a just-missed effort." Posted Feb 23, 2007 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 44%
| Night at the Museum (2006) | "
A film that veers, often without much direction, between a family-friendly comic romp and an attempt to touch our souls with heartfelt emotion." Posted Jan 3, 2007 |
Fresh 4/4
| Fresh 74%
| The Painted Veil (2006) | "
[Director] Curran has crafted a film that accomplishes so much. It not only draws us into this personal drama between his two principal actors, but also sets it all against a vibrant background of an ancient civilization struggling to become modern." Posted Dec 29, 2006 |
Rotten 0/4
| Rotten 28%
| Unaccompanied Minors (2006) | "
Unaccompanied Minors may not be the worst holiday comedy ever made, but frankly I can't think of something from that genre that sinks lower than this frighteningly bad movie." Posted Dec 8, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 38%
| The Nativity Story (2006) | "
A refreshingly unadorned example of straightforward storytelling." Posted Dec 1, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 57%
| Deja Vu (2006) | "
Deja Vu takes you on a wonderfully twisting and turning journey that often will leave you wondering and perhaps confused -- but ultimately leaves you with a satisfying and totally logical explanation when the credits role." Posted Nov 22, 2006 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Fresh 74%
| Happy Feet (2006) | "
Overall, this is an enjoyable ride, despite the occasional preaching." Posted Nov 17, 2006 |
Fresh
| Fresh 83%
| Come Early Morning (2006) | "
'Come Early Morning' is a terrific accomplishment by [Joey Lauren] Adams -- a commendable first effort, making me hope that it's merely the beginning of a promising new aspect of her career as both a director and a writer." Posted Nov 10, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 48%
| Harsh Times (2006) | "
This is a powerful film that combines a number of 'what if' situations with some true tragic moments and even a number of oddly funny situations." Posted Nov 10, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 25%
| A Good Year (2006) | "
A pleasant jaunt through one of the most beautiful places on the planet -- encased in a story that ends up making you feel that all is right with the world." Posted Nov 10, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Fresh 76%
| Catch a Fire (2006) | "
Having first burst on the scene in his groundbreaking title role in Antwone Fisher, Luke delivers here a top-notch performance that is nuanced and layered, with just the right emotional punch." Posted Oct 27, 2006 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 21%
| Man of the Year (2006) | "
Williams' scene as Dobbs debating his presidential opponents alone is worth the price of admission to this film. It is laugh-out-loud hysterical." Posted Oct 13, 2006 |
Fresh 4/4
| Fresh 87%
| The Last King of Scotland (2006) | "
This is director Kevin MacDonald's first feature film, yet along with cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle, he has produced a motion picture that will become an instant political classic." Posted Oct 6, 2006 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 47%
| Open Season (2006) | "
While the filmmakers here have provided us with a passable tale that is mildly humorous, Open Season breaks no new ground, from neither the animation nor the storytelling." Posted Sep 29, 2006 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 33%
| Flyboys (2006) | "
Those amazing young heroes from the second decade of the last century -- our first true fighter pilots -- deserve so much more than what's served up in this very disappointing attempt." Posted Sep 22, 2006 |
Fresh 3.5/4
| Fresh 75%
| Sherrybaby (2006) | "
Gyllenhaal presents us with an indelible character study that will be seared into our minds for a long time to come." Posted Sep 15, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 45%
| The Last Kiss (2006) | "
... an intelligent and often very entertaining picture that deals with so many aspects of human relationships." Posted Sep 15, 2006 |
Rotten 2.5/4
| Rotten 40%
| Everyone's Hero (2006) | "
It's a shame that Christopher Reeve's final directorial effort could not have been a more fitting, and lasting, tribute." Posted Sep 15, 2006 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 42%
| Gridiron Gang (2006) | "
Though it doesn't really teach us anything new, Gridiron Gang -- mainly due to the powerful screen presence of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson -- is mildly entertaining and, at times, somewhat compelling." Posted Sep 15, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Fresh 92%
| Lassie (2006) | "
No question about it, Lassie is a very traditional film, but good storytelling, fine acting and beautiful photography add up to a solid family entertainment that never lets us forget who the real star is." Posted Sep 1, 2006 |
Rotten 0.5/4
| Rotten 39%
| Beerfest (2006) | "
My best suggestion for people who insist on going to see this immense waste of time? Go drunk." Posted Aug 25, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Rotten 57%
| How to Eat Fried Worms (2006) | "
Issues like family harmony, justice, righting wrongs and telling the truth never go out of fashion and that comes across strong and clear in this less-than-perfect, but still solid, feel-good film." Posted Aug 25, 2006 |
Rotten 2/4
| Rotten 21%
| The Oh in Ohio (2006) | "
At the end of the day, Kent and screenwriter Adam Wierzbianski have given us a mildly amusing premise, but fail to turn it into a story that takes us anywhere pleasurable." Posted Aug 12, 2006 |
Fresh 2.5/4
| Rotten 22%
| Barnyard: The Original Party Animals (2006) | "
The basically good -- though not very inspired -- Barnyard just stirred up a lot of 'been there, done that' feelings in me as I watched this film." Posted Aug 4, 2006 |
Rotten 1.5/4
| Rotten 20%
| Shadowboxer (2006) | "
Daniels offers a lame attempt to do what Quentin Tarantino has frequently done better -- and with far more cinematic artistry." Posted Jul 28, 2006 |
Fresh 3/4
| Fresh 63%
| The Ant Bully (2006) | "
In a year when already we've been treated to a wonderful collection of animated films The Ant Bully is a delightful addition. It teaches us a lesson about acceptance without it cramming it down our throats." Posted Jul 28, 2006 |
Fresh 3.5/4
| Fresh 62%
| Clerks II (2006) | "
OK, Kevin Smith. All is forgiven. Obviously, Jersey Girl was just a silly aberration. You not only have not lost your comedic touch -- you've taken it to new heights." Posted Jul 21, 2006 |
Rotten 2.5/4
| Rotten 53%
| Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006) | "
This second film is pretty much all thrills, special effects and nonstop action -- but with virtually no cohesive or compelling story line." Posted Jul 7, 2006 |
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