The Film Yap

Though it didn’t get the respect and Oscar bling it deserved, “Les Misérables” was the most emotionally transporting cinematic journey of 2012. Continue reading →

Epic yet intimate, “Les Misérables” is a standing-ovation triumph. Continue reading →

Bond, Bilbo, breakthrough Irish comedians and a bold choice for “Les Miserables” highlight Zoe’s look at cinema from across the pond. Continue reading →

You’ll almost have to laugh at the irony after realizing that much like the title suggests, both your money and your dignity will be missing after this flick. Continue reading →

It is quite ironic that “In Time” teaches us not to waste time yet steals two hours of viewers’ lives. Continue reading →

Part zany comedy, part searing drama that, when it’s on, really works.
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This Gothic whodunit based on the classic fable is so self-serious it often ends up being profoundly silly. Continue reading →

Like the Brothers Grimm by way of “Twilight,” with ancient forebodings about creatures of the night used as grist for the mill of angsty teenage lust. Continue reading →

“Letters to Juliet” is a unique creature, as it is a romantic comedy that doesn’t fall into the usual ruts associated with the genre. Continue reading →

“Mean Girls” — from days when words like “promise” & “comedienne” described Lindsay Lohan — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading →