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Critics / Diana Saenger
Diana Saenger

    DIANA SAENGER

    Agrees with the Tomatometer 67% of the time.

    Biography: I operate my own syndicate, Saenger Syndicate and online site www.reviewexpress.com and I am the classic film guide at About.com, plus I write for five newspapers - love movies!
    Favorites: "Shawshank Redemption" "Pretty Woman"

    Publications: About.com, Classic Movie Guide, ReelTalk Movie Reviews, ReviewExpress.com

    Critics' Group: San Diego Film Critics Society

    Total Reviews: 329

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    2.5/5

    Fresh
    91%

    Precious: Based on the Novel PUSH by Sapphire (2009)

    " After the first fantasy pop-up scene, each one that followed pulled me away from the emotional impact of the film." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 21, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Fresh
    73%

    The Blind Side (2009)

    " Bullock is back - when she tells Coach Cotton how to play Michael, she's like a clove of garlic in an onion bag." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 18, 2009

    Rotten
    1.5/5

    Rotten
    55%

    Disney's A Christmas Carol (2009)

    " Seeming spawned from some ghoulish dream I felt nothing warm or symbolic of a tradition from this film." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 7, 2009

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    80%

    Michael Jackson's This Is It (2009)

    " I believe This Is It brings the "Man In The Mirror" full circle. We may not have realized what a true musical genius Michael Jackson was, but now we'll always have this terrific reminder." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 30, 2009

    Rotten
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    20%

    Amelia (2009)

    " What could be more exciting than a biopic with Hilary Swank playing a world famous aviatrix? Perhaps a movie filled with more passion for dreaming than a screenplay that seems written from Earhart's history-making timelines." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 24, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Rotten
    23%

    Law Abiding Citizen (2009)

    " Director F. Gary Gray (The Italian Job) heightens a sense of anticipation with his deft direction, and Butler delivers an excellent performance as a brainiac who can outthink a horde of law officials." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 21, 2009

    Rotten
    2/5

    Fresh
    70%

    Where the Wild Things Are (2009)

    " With a rebellious youth and angry behavior by sinister characters there is nothing uplifting for kids or adults." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 15, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    75%

    Capitalism: A Love Story (2009)

    " I can't help smiling at Moore's response to the question concerning what he hopes audiences will take away from this film "Popcorn and pitchforks."" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 5, 2009

    Fresh
    4.5/5

    Fresh
    83%

    Bright Star (2009)

    " Bright Star is one of those rare films that critics wait for and moviegoers can't wait to tell their friends about. Oscar nominations may be on their way at last." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 28, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Rotten
    28%

    Play the Game (2009)

    " Although occasionally slow Play the Game receives a boost from its capable cast. It's fun to see an old dog learn new tricks." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 6, 2009

    Rotten
    .5/5

    Rotten
    6%

    All About Steve (2009)

    " Putting a marshmallow on top of a pile of cooked spinach, is still not a dessert. All About Steve is no comedy, and just might be the worst film of 2009." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 4, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    88%

    Inglourious Basterds (2009)

    " What I like most about Inglourious Basterds is its unpredictability." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Aug 19, 2009

    Fresh
    5/5

    Fresh
    96%

    Sling Blade (1996)

    " An exceptional film with superb acting and great direction made even more enjoyable with this Blu-Ray release." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Aug 9, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Fresh
    75%

    Julie & Julia (2009)

    " Meryl Streep and Amy Adams cook up a treat in Julie & Julia." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Aug 7, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Fresh
    83%

    Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)

    " This Harry Potter cinematic adventure is what fans in the 1930s and 40s called "a movie."" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jul 15, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Fresh
    67%

    Public Enemies (2009)

    " In a film that somewhat disapoints, casting is top rate." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jul 6, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Rotten
    54%

    Cheri (2009)

    " While Chéri occasionally plods along, Pfeiffer and Friend make up for those flaws by creating a passionate sexual chemistry on screen." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jun 28, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Rotten
    52%

    The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009)

    " The middle is cliché and the ending somewhat predictable, but the capable lead cast make it somewhat enjoyable." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jun 12, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Fresh
    78%

    The Hangover (2009)

    " The juxtaposition of the characters is ingenious. This is one of the funniest movies I've seen in a long time." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jun 6, 2009

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    98%

    Up (2009)

    " Minus a lot of laughs for children Pixar's beautiful animation alleviated by Michael Giacchino's magnificent music transports us to a far away make-believe place in the blink of an eye." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jun 1, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    94%

    Summer Hours (2009)

    " Beautifully photographed by Eric Gautier who captures the joy of life's fleeting moments as if ready for one those new revolving image frames." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted May 16, 2009

    Fresh
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    27%

    Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009)

    " The ending does a big flip flop, but if you go in with low expectations, you'll have a hard not laughing in Ghosts of Girlfriends Past." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted May 11, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Rotten
    36%

    X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)

    " Enthralled with the first half of X Men Origins: Wolverine, and on board for the second half; I'm now anxious to see the sequels once again." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted May 1, 2009

    Fresh
    3.5/4

    Rotten
    55%

    The Soloist (2009)

    " There are moments when Downey verbalizes a simple line of dialogue that becomes so profound through his magic of subtle emotion we're transformed." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Apr 26, 2009

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    84%

    State of Play (2009)

    " Affleck comes across as stellar in this film; I think this is one of his best performances." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Apr 18, 2009

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    88%

    Sin Nombre (2009)

    " One of the best movies I've seen in a long time - Director Cary Joji Fukunaga has a promising future." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Mar 31, 2009

    Rotten
    2/5

    Fresh
    65%

    Duplicity (2009)

    " Those who like working a Rubik's Cube might find Duplicity appealing. With a lack of charisma, sexual chemistry or sizzle, it left me sadly disappointed." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Mar 25, 2009

    Fresh
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    43%

    Race to Witch Mountain (2009)

    " Race to Witch Mountain finds new ground that makes it fun and suitable for young children" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Mar 16, 2009

    Rotten
    1/5

    Fresh
    64%

    Watchmen (2009)

    " Adrenaline-seeking young men may be enthralled by Watchmen but the confusing plot made little sense to me." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Mar 9, 2009

    Fresh
    3/5

    Rotten
    57%

    Taken (2009)

    " This is a Neeson driven story and he doesn't disappoint for anyone who likes him or a good adventure/thriller." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Feb 27, 2009

    Rotten
    2/5

    Rotten
    58%

    The International (2009)

    " The International is so confusing I would rather stand in a long bank line than have to watch it again." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Feb 13, 2009

    Rotten
    2/5

    Fresh
    88%

    Coraline (2009)

    " Elements of this movie are too dark; it feels like Invasion of the Body Snatchers for kids" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Feb 5, 2009

    Fresh
    5/5

    Fresh
    62%

    The Reader (2008)

    " Moviegoers become enthusiastic voyeurs not only of an engaging love affair but how truth and reconciliation can finally exist in the same place." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Dec 27, 2008

    Rotten
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    27%

    Seven Pounds (2008)

    " The intrigue of putting the clues of the plot together is fun in the beginning but becomes tedious midway through." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Dec 20, 2008

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    91%

    Frost/Nixon (2008)

    " Frost/Nixon is not only an historical update for those not around during Nixon's years, but a must-see incredible film." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Dec 18, 2008

    Fresh
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    54%

    Australia (2008)

    " A note-worthy attempt but it's hard to ignore all the inconsistencies in this movie -- like the thrown-in fish-out-of-water segment about the Wizard of the Oz." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 28, 2008

    Fresh
    4.5/5

    Fresh
    65%

    The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (2008)

    " This story is already a tear-jerker, but the superb acting makes it even more heartfelt" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 18, 2008

    Fresh
    4.5/5

    Fresh
    93%

    Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

    " Weaving through Boyle's latest film is a wonderfully transforming coming-of-age thread. It ties up several stories, and does so with heartfelt emotion." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 18, 2008

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    61%

    Changeling (2008)

    " Eastwood is a brilliant filmmaker who leaves nothing to chance%u2026The details of the era are sensational." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Nov 1, 2008

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Rotten
    58%

    The Secret Life of Bees (2008)

    " Fanning continues to be an amazing actress even as she ages." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 27, 2008

    Rotten
    2/5

    Rotten
    34%

    Pride and Glory (2008)

    " Norton and Farrell are both too good to have been shortchanged by this been-there-done-that script." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Oct 27, 2008

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Rotten
    58%

    Flash of Genius (2008)

    " Kinnear allows his character's small bit of humanity and desperation over injustice to keep the man's head barely above the quicksand." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 29, 2008

    Rotten
    2/5

    Rotten
    35%

    The Lucky Ones (2008)

    " The biggest disappointment is in this script, written by Dirk Wittenborn and Neil Burger who gave us the delightful Illusionistin 2006." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 27, 2008

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    85%

    Ghost Town (2008)

    " Ricky Gervais makes Ghost Town thoroughly entertaining." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 20, 2008

    Fresh
    3.5/5

    Fresh
    77%

    Burn After Reading (2008)

    " Had this screwball comedy been made in the 1930s, it might have starred the Marx Brothers, as each character is a comedic one-up of the next. The Coen's cast is perfect." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 15, 2008

    Rotten
    2/5

    Rotten
    13%

    The Women (2008)

    " There are so many things wrong with this film, but the last straw is that war dance in the delivery room-totally idiotic." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 12, 2008

    Rotten
    2/5

    Fresh
    61%

    Traitor (2008)

    " There's a line in the movie where someone says, I just want the truth. The truth? Traitor is so complicated I have no idea what it's trying to say." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 6, 2008

    Rotten
    2/5

    Rotten
    38%

    Henry Poole Is Here (2008)

    " A stronger script focus and less unanswered questions about Henry Poole might have made the film more appealing." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Sep 2, 2008

    Rotten
    2.5/5

    Rotten
    37%

    Swing Vote (2008)

    " The movie is very funny, but I was disapointed the movie plays up Bud's drinking and excessive use of profanity throughout the movie" — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Aug 2, 2008

    Fresh
    4/5

    Fresh
    94%

    The Dark Knight (2008)

    " I encourage anyone who has the opportunity to see The Dark Knight in the IMAX format, DO! It's impressive beyond imagination." — ReviewExpress.com

    Posted Jul 18, 2008
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