The movie looks really fun but the script is an absolute mess. Continue reading
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Heroes of the Zeroes: The Weather Man
“The Weather Man” — Gore Verbinski’s “Pirates” palate-cleanser and his best film — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Movies You Aught Not Watch: Knowing
“Knowing” — an anticlimactic, idiotic leap into M. Night Shyamalan-ian insanity — continues Nick Rogers’ look back at the 52 worst films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
3.5 yaps
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
This live-action adaptation of a Mickey Mouse cartoon sounds like a practical joke. But the spell doesn’t totally fizzle. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Lord of War
“Lord of War” — Andrew Niccol’s lethal satire about gunrunning — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
Aaron Johnson, aka “Kick-Ass”
The Yap’s Lauren Whalen talks comics, indies and tabloids with the “Kick-Ass” star. Continue reading
4 yaps
Kick-Ass
Superhero shenanigans meet satirical snark in this much-anticipated comic caper. Continue reading
Coming to DVD April 6
Nicolas Cage and Eva Mendes reunite on DVD this week in “Bad Lieutenant,” a dark, cop drama taking place in Katrina ravaged New Orleans. Continue reading
Heroes of the Zeroes: Adaptation.
“Adaptation.” — thrillingly and unpredictably writing itself before your eyes — is the latest in Nick Rogers’ look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading
3 yaps
Astro Boy
You won’t find anything but a mildly-diverting good time with “Astro Boy.” Continue reading