A bouncy, boingy ball of candy-colored fun, “Wreck-It Ralph” is intended as pure entertainment for wee boys and girls. Continue reading
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2.5 yaps
Carnage
“Carnage” is a movie that has the ideas and the potential to succeed but lacks the execution to make it enjoyable. Continue reading
3.5 yaps
Carnage
“Carnage” works better when seen as a master class in acting than a workable, believable story. Continue reading
4.5 yaps
Terri
Thanks to a strong sense of realism, “Terri” stands out amongst other coming-of-age films. Continue reading
Unlikely Movie Stars
Non-traditional leading men like Russell Brand & Danny McBride have found themselves starring in a lot of movies lately. What makes for an unlikely movie star? Continue reading
I Wrote This For You
Original songs deserve some recognition, too, so here are some of the best of recent years.
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3.5 yaps
Funny or Die Presents: Season One
Funny stuff, but it’s still an odd companion piece to the free website. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Step Brothers
“Step Brothers” — Will Ferrell’s defensive and offensive rebound from sports films — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: The Promotion
“The Promotion” — a social satire about men vying to be a grocery-store manager — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading