This silly comedy ended up being one of the best underseen movies of the year. Continue reading
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3.5 yaps
The Pirates! Band of Misfits
“The Pirates! Band of Misfits” is one of the best-looking stop-motion animation films ever, seamlessly blending puppetry and CGI. Too bad the story isn’t there. Continue reading
4 yaps
Another Year
Another splendidly acted ensemble drama from British auteur Mike Leigh, “Another Year” is less pure storytelling than visiting and observing old friends. Continue reading
The Success of Harry Potter
How did a book series that started 12 years ago become one of the highest grossing franchises in film history? Continue reading
3 yaps
Taking Woodstock
Director Ang Lee chronicles a pivotal, joyous point in music and American history … and makes it really, really boring. Continue reading
Taking Woodstock
Ang Lee’s gentle look at the planning of Woodstock is interesting and fresh, up until the music starts. Continue reading