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S&Man (2006) |
Click here to see the review. |
James Rocchi |
Splat |
Savage Grace (2008) |
"Julianne Moore is some kind of great in Savage Grace, but the film? Not so much." |
Nick Schager |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
The Savages (2007) |
"There are no easy answers in dealing with aging and dying parents, and Jenkins doesn't try to give us one." |
Kim Voynar |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Saw III (2006) |
"There's a reason that this series has exploded at the box office while other sequels wither on the vine -- and it's not just because of the perpetually rusty torture devices." |
Scott Weinberg |
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Saw V (2008) |
"Saw Becomes Most Lucrative Horror Franchise" |
Eric D. Snider |
Splat |
Saw VI (2009) |
"...a worthy and faithful entry in a franchise which at this point seems expressly designed to document people dying in increasingly inventive ways." |
Todd Gilchrist |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Scary Movie 4 (2006) |
"Even at 75-ish minutes, the thing practically limps to the finish line, desperately tossing random gags up on the screen." |
Scott Weinberg |
Splat 2/5 |
The Sci-Fi Boys (2006) |
"Doesn't work as even a broad look at sci-fi film history ... nor does it work completely as a tribute to [Forrest] Ackerman thanks to all the additional figures represented." |
Christopher Campbell |
Tomato |
The Science of Sleep (2006) |
"Something like a Luis Bunuel film, but with politics replaced by fashion. It is, essentially, a hipster wet dream." |
Karina Longworth |
Splat 2.5/5 |
The Secret Life of Bees (2008) |
"It's like some mythical civil-rights Southern paradise where racism only rarely rears its ugly head, and thus feels contrived." |
Kim Voynar |
Splat 1.5/5 |
See No Evil (2006) |
"The fact that See No Evil's serial stalker is only slightly more horrifying than, say, Sloth from The Goonies is not exactly a good thing." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Semi-Pro (2008) |
"Ferrell is still able to wring some real chuckles out of a very familiar blueprint. I guess the guy's just that funny." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 4/5 |
Seven Days Sunday (2008) |
"The film is focused simply on telling the tale, and if the movie is exaggerated or "fictionalized" in any way, you can consider me duly surprised." |
Scott Weinberg |
Splat |
Seven Pounds (2008) |
"A deliberately muddled bit of inspirational pap." |
Nick Schager |
Tomato 4/5 |
Severance (2007) |
"An old-school slasher flick with a really quick sense of broad British wit, a whole lot of energy, and a seriously strong cast." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 4/5 |
Sex and Death 101 (2008) |
"Unapologetically sexy, oddly unpredictable and ultimately kinda (yes) sweet, Sex and Death 101 is just a solid little comedy." |
Scott Weinberg |
Splat 2/5 |
Sex and the City - The Movie (2008) |
"If you don't love to watch fashion shows and Vogue photoshoots and designer wedding planning, "Sex and the City" and its consumer-driven fantasy world may elicit little more than yawns." |
Jette Kernion |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Sex and the City - The Movie (2008) |
"... a deeply satisfying wrap-up to a series that always had, in its heart of hearts, a lot more depth than the Manolo Blahniks it dressed itself up in." |
Kim Voynar |
Tomato 3/5 |
Shanghai Dreams (2005) |
"Viewed in the context of the progression of Wang's work ... Shanghai Dreams represents a progression of sorts in his attempt to portray migrants in China in a more sympathetic light ..." |
Kim Voynar |
Tomato 5/5 |
Shaun of the Dead (2004) |
"I think the movie is one of the most hilarious I've ever seen ... But the symbolism and depth of the movie make me appreciate it as a masterpiece." |
Christopher Campbell |
Tomato 3/5 |
She's The Man (2006) |
"She's the Man arrives with much ado about something: a seasoned concept and qualified birthright that supports its traditionalism and rests upon its potential." |
Christopher Campbell |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Shem (2006) |
"A lot of the film is just downright silly." |
Christopher Campbell |
Tomato 3/5 |
Shoot 'Em Up (2007) |
"The smartest stupid movie I've seen this year." |
Jette Kernion |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Shooter (2007) |
"A perfectly watchable time-killer that delivers on its promises but also kind of wears out its welcome." |
Scott Weinberg |
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Shortbus (2006) |
Click here to see the review. |
Martha Fischer |
Tomato 4/5 |
Shotgun Stories (2007) |
"Shotgun Stories is, at heart, a film about people who discover what they have to let go of, and who confront the terrifying possibility of hope." |
James Rocchi |
Tomato |
Shotgun Stories (2007) |
"The real key to the film is the commanding Michael Shannon." |
Jeffrey M. Anderson |
- |
Showgirls (1995) |
"Five Sex Scenes That Aren't Sexy" |
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Tomato 3.5/5 |
Shrek the Third (2007) |
"Vibrant colors and finely-crafted backdrops pave the way for characters who, believe it or not, felt more alive in this world than they did back in those old books or cartoons." |
Erik Davis |
Splat 2.5/5 |
Shrek the Third (2007) |
"It's just that when you're offered two delicious treats in a row, and then the third one feels rushed, bland and undercooked, it's tough not to feel a bit disappointed." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
Sicko (2007) |
"Moore does a damn fine job of bringing "hidden" information to light in a fast-paced and surprisingly entertaining fashion." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Silent Hill (2006) |
"Not much more than a "haunted town" thrill-ride, with only a few plot points tossed in to keep things moving, Silent Hill truly is a feast for the eyes -- provided your eyeballs aren't too squeamish." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
The Simpsons Movie (2007) |
"If you don't have the urge to stand up and cheer as the end credits begin to roll, then you are not who this movie was created for." |
Erik Davis |
Tomato 4.5/5 |
The Simpsons Movie (2007) |
"Instead of trying to make the "be-all end-all ultimate mega-Simpsons episode," they went with their proven formula and delivered one of the year's funniest movies." |
Scott Weinberg |
- |
The Singer (2006) |
Click here to see the review. |
Kim Voynar |
Tomato B |
A Single Man (2009) |
"Flirts with greatness, but then punches us in the mouth with a cruel, pointlessly ironic ending -- a misguided attempt at an O. Henry-esque twist." |
Eugene Novikov |
Tomato 3.25/5 |
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (2008) |
"Simply a sweet and satisfying time in the company of characters we like and understand." |
Jette Kernion |
Tomato A- |
The Slammin' Salmon (2009) |
"90 minutes of truly inspired comic mayhem." |
Eugene Novikov |
Tomato |
Sleeping Dogs Lie (2006) |
"Bobcat Goldthwait has produced a flm that understands something about the gulf between what men claim they want from women, and the way they behave when we give it to them." |
Karina Longworth |
Tomato |
Sleuth (2007) |
"Sleuth isn't incendiary or ground-breaking; it's a chance to see two very good actors (who also happen to be movie stars) work with very good material under the direction of a very good director." |
James Rocchi |
Splat |
Slipstream (2007) |
"Straight-up bonkers." |
Nick Schager |
Tomato 4/5 |
Slither (2006) |
"If you're the type who appreciates the half-scary, half-silly comic book-y approach of titles like Gremlins, Tremors, and Eight Legged Freaks, I'd bet you $9.50 and a small popcorn that you'll enjoy Slither." |
Scott Weinberg |
Splat 2/5 |
Slow Burn (2007) |
"As tiresome as it is beholden to a dozen (much better) crime stories." |
Scott Weinberg |
Tomato 4/5 |
Slumdog Millionaire (2008) |
"There's sadness and tragedy within Slumdog Millionaire -- starvation, genocide, child prostitution and overwhelming oppression -- but there's humor, humanity and dignity as well." |
Kim Voynar |
Tomato |
Smart People (2008) |
"It's so well-made, so well-acted and so impressively (for lack of a better word) smart that anyone who seeks it out will find something to admire and enjoy in its craft and heart." |
James Rocchi |
Tomato 3/5 |
Smiley Face (2007) |
"The storyline is slight and the film succeeds only because of Faris's performance." |
Jette Kernion |
Splat 1/4 |
Snakes on a Plane (2006) |
"Snakes on a Plane has an irresistible title and an impressive promotional campaign -- but pitches aren't plots, and marketing isn't moviemaking." |
James Rocchi |
Tomato 3.5/5 |
Snakes on a Plane (2006) |
"While Snakes on a Plane isn't nearly as tight and twisted as it could have been, it'll no doubt tickle its intended audience endlessly." |
Scott Weinberg |
Splat 1.5/5 |
Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror (2007) |
"A predictable, cheesy attempt at "splatstick" that doesn't quite work." |
Jette Kernion |
Splat |
Snow Angels (2008) |
"Flails about in search of poetry." |
Nick Schager |
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