Splat 1.5/4 |
The Da Vinci Code (2006) |
"Feels far more like TV fodder than something worthy of the big screen. The plot is intriguing and the acting pretty good, but the final finish is lackluster." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 1.5/4 |
Dan in Real Life (2007) |
"Plot undermines otherwise solid performances and high quality production." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 8/10 |
Dancer in the Dark (1999) |
"This is one special film and in some ways fantastic. -- also INTERVIEW w/BJORK" |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3.5/4 |
Danny Deckchair (2004) |
"Oh, I like this film! Formulaic, but good direction, great pace, strong dialogue, strong acting, big giant helium-filled warm heart." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
Daredevil (2003) |
"I'd thought Ben Affleck an odd cast for a superhero, but he plays the role of this blind "guardian devil" with great strength and vulnerability." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dark Blue (2003) |
"This is a hard movie to watch. "Dark Blue" paints its colors in black and white, before mixing to gray." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
The Dark Knight (2008) |
"Powerful acting, powerful action, huge IMAX sequences give this Batman a great big commanding feel. However, story is held hostage to action, especially in the second half." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Dark Water (2005) |
"A high quality production, with strong direction, great acting, but ultimately not much crawling beneath the surface.
" |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2006) |
"A house band provides a great blues/funk backbone for a mix of hip-hop, rap and soul. All are having so much fun, I'm not even a big fan of hip-hop but I had a great time too." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
The Day After Tomorrow (2004) |
"Recreates the global disaster ride of "Independence Day," but falls short of its breadth and depth. Still fun." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
De-Lovely (2004) |
"Successfully intimate, underwhelming (for the most part) musically, at times as difficult as their relationship, the film also has a very sweet sense to it." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
The Dead Zone - Series Pilot Episode (2002) |
"Eerie, good-hearted, compelling." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father (2008) |
"A sincere heartfelt documentary about life, death and murder." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat .5/4 |
Death Sentence (2007) |
"Stumbles away from its smart thriller open, completely immerses itself in a one-man vs. gang-of-thugs, love-of-guns flick with Bacon more like Bourne than corp VP." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Death to Smoochy (2002) |
"A twisted collision of "Barney" "The Fisher King" and "Serpico."" |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Deep Blue Sea (1999) |
"It's no "Jaws," it's not really that scary, but it is fun.
" |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 4/4 |
Deep Sea (IMAX) (2006) |
"There is no downtime in the production. You'll spend every moment oohing and aahing at the delicate balance of nature in the gently swaying deep sea." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Defiance (2008) |
"A harrowing story of bravery & survival, Defiance tells it Hollywood-style. Still, somehow the true-story courage bleeds through the at-times hokey formula scripting." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Definitely, Maybe (2008) |
"Abigail Breslin's role is limited despite ads. Don't expect a family film, rather be ready for something more akin to the TV show Friends." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato B |
The Departed (2006) |
"Strong dialogue, intrigue and great music. Top notch acting, crisp direction and editing. Unfortunately, a contrived love triangle & climax greatly compromise the integrity." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Deterrence (1998) |
"Ironically the entertainment arc of this film follows that of a launched missile." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Detroit Rock City (1999) |
"Set in the 1970's and produced by Gene Simmons (among others), this scrawny little script eventually becomes a rich film." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
The Devil Came On Horseback (2007) |
"Thank you Brian for your bravery to go directly into the eye of the storm and for your immense courage to share what you have seen with your sincerity and compassion." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3.5/4 |
The Devil Wears Prada (2006) |
"Whether you're high on fashion hi-life or simply shopping at Good Will, I think you'll have a fun time with this film. Top notch direction and production." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Diamond Men (2001) |
"A mildly pleasant film with two charming leads." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dick (1999) |
"Perhaps better appreciated by the over forty crowd, Dick will make an excellent renter." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003) |
"The film finds no gag too tacky to take on (some which press the boundaries of PG-13 and "good taste"). But in the end, it warms with a G-rated heart of gold." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Die Another Day (2002) |
"A thunderous ride at first, quiet cadences of pure finesse are few and far between; their shortage dilutes the potency of otherwise respectable action. Still, this flick is fun, and host to some truly excellent sequences." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3.5/4 |
Die Hard 4: Live Free or Die Hard (2007) |
"Bruce, Justin, and the screenwriter's well-worked banter between the two, make all that action add up to a cohesive production that commandingly entertains." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
Dinosaur (2000) |
"These Mesozoics are a cute computer cross between cartoons and muppets." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato |
Dinosaur (2000) |
"Sucked me in like a tar pit." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Dinosaurs Alive (2007) |
"A solid documentary; unfortunately, the picture suffers from rickety 3-D." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
The Dish (2001) |
"This sharp-tongued small film is well directed, acted, cast, written, conceived and scored." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Disney's The Kid (2000) |
"More of an adult movie which kids might like, than visa versa." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
District 9 (2009) |
"Monty Python-esque. Reminded me a bit of the Stormtrooper spoof on TV's "Cops." Sharlto Copley sells it to us with grit, charm, naivety, and humor. He's absolutely brilliant." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002) |
"Maggie Smith as the Ya-Ya member with the O2-tank will absolutely crack you up with her crass, then gasp for gas, verbal deportment." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) |
"Engaging, moving, and even has a good message, but it's also a film that slips in the follow through." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
Dogma (1999) |
"Rough edged, a feisty little pit bull barking up a stormy Judeo/Christian religious debate concerning the true nature of God while passing itself off as a joke.
" |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Don't Say a Word (2001) |
"Builds with conviction well on its way to an "A" rating before dropping the marbles." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 3/4 |
Donnie Darko (2001) |
"reels the viewer in like a black hole, like a quicksand hourglass." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 1/4 |
Double Jeopardy (1999) |
"It just doesn't flow, giving the feel of too many writers and/or directors.
" |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 4/10 |
Double Take (2001) |
"Very slim pickin's." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 1.5/4 |
Doubt (2008) |
"An uneven, unfulfilling film, that hosts two or three really good dramatic scenes." |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 5/10 |
Down to Earth (2001) |
"A stronger lead could have pulled this picture together." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Down With Love (2003) |
"Not bad, but could have been something smashing." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001) |
"Fun and educational for the kids." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who! (2008) |
"This is easily my favorite Seuss story (written in 1954, animated as a 30 minute TV special in 1970). New feature version enjoys great animation, but not so magical voicing." |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 2.5/4 |
Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat (2003) |
"I enjoyed the film!" |
Ross Anthony |
Tomato 6/10 |
Dr. T and the Women (2000) |
Click here to see the review. |
Ross Anthony |
Splat 2/4 |
Dragonfly (2002) |
""Dragonfly" averages out. A wonderful idea whose execution remains inconsistently entertaining." |
Ross Anthony |
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