Tomato 4/5 |
3:10 to Yuma (2007) |
"The new "3:10 To Yuma" is an excellent horse opera. Catch it before it leaves town." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Across the Universe (2007) |
"In this amazing tribute to baby boomers and Beatles fans everywhere, Ms. Taymor has filled the screen with eye-popping music videos that actually tell a story - not stop it." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
American Gangster (2007) |
"Thanks to the dynamic stars, "American Gangster" won't get a bad rap and will join the ranks of crime classics like "Scarface" and "Serpico"." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 8/10 |
Angels & Demons (2009) |
""Angels & Demons" earns its wings as an intelligent action movie." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
The Ant Bully (2006) |
"Ten year old Lucas Nickle ( the voice of Zach Tyler Eisen) stomps an anthill after an encounter with neighborhood bullies. With the help of a magic potion, the ants shrink the boy down to their size. The insects are about to get even and Lucas will learn" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Arctic Tale (2007) |
"As a baby boomer myself, "Arctic Tale" falls just short of the Disney gems. But the aquatic adventures of the walruses alone get my seal of approval." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
August Rush (2007) |
""August Rush" is a familiar, yet entertaining experience that works mostly because of the wonderful cast and the haunting mix of music." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Barnyard: The Original Party Animals (2006) |
"Ben the Cow (the voice of Sam Elliott) has to teach his carefree son Otis (Kevin James) the responsibility of leadership over the farm animals. This is far from Otis' mind, but inevitable. Barnyard is a farm version of The Lion King with eno" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Bee Movie (2007) |
""Bee Movie" has a little bit of something for everyone. It's loaded with action and sight gags for the kids and enough adult humor to keep the grownups happy." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Beowulf (2007) |
""Beowulf" is an astounding, eye-popping 3-D makeover of the ancient Old English tale. If you have a choice, go see the 3-D version for added depth. "Beowulf" is a monstrous treat." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
The Bourne Ultimatum (2007) |
""The Bourne Ultimatum" is supreme entertainment." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
The Darjeeling Limited (2007) |
""The Darjeeling Limited" is director Wes Anderson's ("The Royal Tenenbaums") latest vision of flawed relationships." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Death at a Funeral (2007) |
"I nearly died laughing." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007) |
""Elizabeth: The Golden Age" is a worthy sequel to "Elizabeth". Cate Blanchett delivers the same performance that earned her so much praise the first time around. The epic feel harkens back to Hollywood's Golden Age." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Enchanted (2007) |
"Thoroughly delightful and entertaining, this is exactly the type of movie Walt Disney would make if he were alive today." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Hairspray (2007) |
"Unlike many of the hairdos on display in the film, "Hairspray" is anything but stiff." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 8/10 |
The Hangover (2009) |
" "The Hangover" will induce headaches - from laughter." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) |
"Casting a cinematic spell, "Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix" rises to the top of this season's fantasy entertainment." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
The Illusionist (2006) |
"In early 1900s Vienna, Chief Inspector Uhl (Paul Giamatti) has to prove that Eisenheim The Illusionist (Edward Norton) is a fraud. Eisenheim, with a secret past, is in love with Sophie (Jessica Biel), who is engaged to abusive Crown Prince Leopold (Rufus" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Into the Wild (2007) |
"Sean Penn (both director and screenwriter) has fashioned a visionary tale that is somber and uplifting." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Invincible (2006) |
"Out of work schoolteacher and part-time bartender, Philadelphia Eagles football fan Vince Papale (Mark Wahlberg) had nothing to lose when new coach Dick Vermeil (Greg Kinnear) held an open tryout. With sheer determination and stamina, Papale made the team" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
The Kingdom (2007) |
""The Kingdom" is a frenetically-paced action thriller that doesn't slow down until the final frames." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Lady in the Water (2006) |
"A young woman named Story (Bryce Dallas Howard) is rescued from an apartment complex pool and a ferocious creature by building superintendent Cleveland Heep (Paul Giamatti). Story is a magical narf who must return to the Blue World. The monstrous scrunt h" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/4 |
Ladykillers (2004) |
"The Coens have once again crafted a magical look at the Deep South." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Lars And The Real Girl (2007) |
"A delightful and heartwarming cinematic treat." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Mr. Bean's Holiday (2007) |
""Mr. Bean's Holiday" is a jolly day at the beach." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Rendition (2007) |
""Rendition" is well-acted and well-written with a surprising twist that I didn't see coming. It's difficult to single out one performance - making it high on my list for an ensemble award. Powerful renditions by all involved." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato |
Road to Victory (2007) |
"It was powerful, thought-provoking and held my interest right up to the end." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 3/5 |
Rush Hour 3 (2007) |
"It is exactly what the trailer promises, providing a reasonably affordable getaway with no hassles. Fans will love it. What a rush!" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Scoop (2006) |
"Visiting London, American journalism student Sondra Pransky (Scarlett Johansson) gets the scoop on possible serial killer Peter Lyman (Hugh Jackman). Volunteering as the subject for second-rate magician Sid Waterman (Woody Allen), Sondra comes face to fac" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
The Simpsons Movie (2007) |
"As a full-length cartoon, "The Simpsons Movie" is drawn out - but in a good way." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 9/10 |
Star Trek (2009) |
"Destined to become a sci-fi classic, "Star Trek" boldly goes where none of the previous entries have gone before." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Stardust (2007) |
"It is out-of-this-world fun and enjoyment." |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 4/5 |
Superman Returns (2006) |
"It's been 5 years since Superman (Brandon Routh) left Earth to search for the remains of his home planet Krypton. Upon his return, the Man of Steel discovers a world in turmoil and a changed Lois Lane (Kate Bosworth) - engaged to be married and the mothe" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 9/10 |
Up (2009) |
"Practically perfect in every way, this is Pixar's most uplifting adventure yet!" |
Roger Tennis |
Tomato 5/5 |
World Trade Center (2006) |
"Port Authority policemen John McLoughlin (Nicolas Cage) and Will Jimeno (Michael Peņa) were two of the first responders after the attack on 9/11/01. When the buildings collapsed, they were trapped beneath the rubble while a search and rescue was attempted" |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
Fred Claus (2007) |
"It is a joyless rehash of old plots and jokes. File "Fred Claus" under lump of coal." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
The Game Plan (2007) |
"After "The Game Plan", Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson may need to readjust his goals." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry (2007) |
"For my taste, "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" is a less than perfect union." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
Lions for Lambs (2007) |
"The long-winded speeches were made tolerable by the superb acting, but I got the point long before the speeches were over. I would have liked more of Luke and Pena. Still, Meryl Streep could easily grab a nomination. Meryl never whimpers - she roars." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
Miami Vice (2006) |
"After an FBI sting goes bad, Miami detectives Sonny Crockett ( Colin Farrell) and Ricardo Tubbs (Jamie Foxx) head deep undercover to infiltrate a Colombian drug network. Complications arise when Crockett goes under covers with Isabella (Gong Li), the righ" |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (2007) |
""Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" lacks sparkle and wonder." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 4/10 |
Terminator Salvation (2009) |
"The movie's tagline "The End Begins" could be prophetic for the theatrical series - it may or may not be back." |
Roger Tennis |
Splat 2/5 |
Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) |
""Things We Lost In The Fire" is an overlong downer that crumbles under the relentless strain of anger and grief." |
Roger Tennis |