Splat 2/5 |
A Tout de Suite (2005) |
"The movie oozes stylish filmmaking, but the art house angst quickly gets stale. Right Now, hhmmm - maybe later, maybe much later, ok, maybe never." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1/5 |
Abandon (2002) |
"Abandon all hope ye who enter here and are hoping to see a good movie - this is not so much a psychological thriller as it is a psychological torture-test of endurance." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2/5 |
ABC Africa (2002) |
"There are more shots of children smiling for the camera than typical documentary footage which hurts the overall impact of the film. It's makes a better travelogue than movie." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
About a Boy (2002) |
"What a great way to spend 4 units of your day." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
About Schmidt (2002) |
"Painfully real moments are mixed with humorous, light-hearted bits - whenever the movie needs a pick-me-up, all Schmidt has to say is two words - Dear Ndugu." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Accepted (2006) |
"This may be Juvenile Frat Comedy 101, but I Accepted it as a fun time at the movies." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1/5 |
Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights (2002) |
"If this holiday movie is supposed to be a gift, somebody unwrapped it early, took out all the good stuff, and left behind the crap (literally)." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
Adaptation (2002) |
"Charlie Kaufman breaks every rule of screenwriting, even his own desire not to write a movie about 'guns, car chases, and characters learning life lessons', and it still works." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Adrenaline Rush (2004) |
"I was a little disappointed in the amount of scientific information divulged, but there is no denying the excitement of flying along with the thrill-seekers. It's a rush." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1.5/5 |
Adventures of Sharkboy and Lava Girl in 3-D (2005) |
"The 3D sequences look like a washed-out version of the rest of the movie. What's missing? The humor and the light-hearted fun of a kid's adventure." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 3/5 |
After the Sunset (2004) |
"The movie is a lot like that remora drink Stan is so fond of - it's doesn't pack a punch." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
After The Wedding (2007) |
"It's a treat when a movie offers characters this rich and layered." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Against the Ropes (2003) |
"Storyline is formulaic and it tries too hard to wring emotion out of the audience...you can feel the puppet strings." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Agent Cody Banks (2003) |
"The adults may have some problems getting excited about this movie, but it's entertaining for the kids." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1/5 |
Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London (2004) |
"Somebody must have used a mind-control device to convince people this was a movie worth making." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
The Agronomist (2004) |
"An interesting story about a fascinating man and his struggling nation." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
Air Guitar Nation (2007) |
"When a documentary compels you to care about something that you didn't think you had any interest in, well... that rocks!" |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
AKA (2002) |
"The story is an interesting one, so I wanted to like this. I guess with three movies on the screen, I must have been watching the wrong one." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
Akeelah and the Bee (2006) |
"This is the kind of movie that makes a great family film. It's inspirational, moving, funny, and gives you a young hero to root for" |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
The Alamo (2004) |
"I wish I could remember The Alamo for being a great movie, but I'll have to settle for remembering when I saw it." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Alex and Emma (2003) |
"This is like the elusive rabbit at the dog track - you can see the big payoff but it doesn't quite make it. Hold your ticket until it comes out on video." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Alex Rider: Operation Stormbreaker (2006) |
"Alex is a junior James Bond, but the movie takes itself too serious to be a fun kids film." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Alexander (2004) |
"Alexander - The Not-So-Great. There's nothing like a Greek tragedy to stir up emotions - only here the scenes that should grab your attention are spoiled by overkill." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Alfie (2004) |
"The script comes across as a misogynistic mess and the performance, although consistently good, can't overcome the diluted material." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Alias Betty (2002) |
"If this movie were a book, it would be a page-turner, you can't wait to see what happens next." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Aliens of the Deep (2005) |
"Last time we checked, 'Cool' wasn't in the official scientist-jargon handbook... go see this to be entertained rather than to be educated." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
All or Nothing (2002) |
"This isn't a feel-good kind of movie, but the ensemble cast is exceptional - everything about them says 'hard life'." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2/5 |
All the Real Girls (2003) |
"Director David Gordon Green knows more about how to capture a striking image on screen than telling a compelling story." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1/5 |
Alone in the Dark (2005) |
"There's a point in the movie where it's best to stop trying to make sense out of this unintelligible story... right after the opening credits." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 1/5 |
Along Came a Spider (2001) |
"I felt like I was kidnapped and forced to watch this drek as punishment." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Along Came Polly (2004) |
"A talented group of comedic performers getting together and celebrating some of the lowest forms of comedy (but with excellent timing)." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Alpha Dog (2007) |
"This won't run at the front of the movie pack but it has bite." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007) |
"I went into this movie with expectations that couldn't get much lower, but came out a fan of Alvin, Simon, and Theodore... and Dave, for making us care about them as much as he does." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 3/5 |
Amandla: A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony (2003) |
"A little repetitive at times, but it's an interesting way to review a period in history - through the music." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
Amazing Grace (2007) |
"All the elements work harmoniously together: beautiful settings, an extremely talented cast who bring the characters to life, gorgeous costuming and a rich script that informs and delights." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
Amelie (2001) |
"A charming, modern-day fairy tale - tucked in the frames are wonderful little surprises like eating strawberries from your fingers and clouds that look like bunnies." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
America's Heart and Soul (2004) |
"If you feel the need for a lift (and who doesn't), this movie will make you feel good about America and her people. They do indeed have heart and soul." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
America: Freedom To Fascism (2006) |
"If Russo really wanted to attract an audience, he should have called this: Why You Don't Have To Pay Taxes! Now that's a title that would get people in the seats." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 3/5 |
American Dreamz (2006) |
"It's an interesting mix of American Idol and suicide bombers that almost works... They could have dreamed a bit bigger." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
American Gangster (2007) |
"If a movie is going to be this long, it needs to really capture your attention and hold on... that isn't a problem here." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
American Splendor (2003) |
"It's weird, different, fascinating, funny and strangely entertaining - kinda like Harvey himself." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
American Wedding (2003) |
"The first piece of Pie is so good, you have to have another. The second piece is okay, but by the time you get around to the third piece, it usually starts to make you a little sick." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
American Zombie (2007) |
"If you're looking for zombie horror, this is not the film for you (not enough gut-ripping and arm-chewing), but if you're looking for zombie fun, check it out." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Americanese (2006) |
"You don't have to be Asian-American to understand the universal longing for love and self-acceptance." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
The Amityville Horror (2005) |
"There are some scary moments, but 10 minutes after you leave the theatre, the only feeling that's left is a sense of what instant gratification can I get now." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
Analyze That (2002) |
"The pacing is a bit on the erratic side, but when it's funny, it's very funny." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004) |
"News Flash - it's not that funny!" |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
And Now Ladies and Gentlemen (2003) |
"I either liked this movie, or dreamed that I liked it - I can't remember." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Splat 3/5 |
Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera (2004) |
"How much you like this movie all depends on whether you like the music; you either love it or you find it repetitive and uninteresting." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
Tomato 4/5 |
Andy Goldsworthy - Rivers and Tides: Working With Time (2003) |
"Goldsworthy is meticulous, eccentric, and very talented. Who knows? This may just inspire you to lie down in the road and make 'rain angels'." |
Cherryl Dawson and Leigh Ann Palone |
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