“Furious 6″ elevates the rejuvenated series into saga territory — an automotive “Avengers” as suffused with sincerity as it is bereft of pretenses. Strap in. Continue reading
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The Last Exorcism Part II
Hopefully, given the title, this is indeed The (very) Last Exorcism. Continue reading
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Texas Chainsaw
There’s always gristle in these meat slabs. At least this installment cuts around it to serve something surprisingly digestible, as cheapie-roadside films go. Continue reading
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This is 40
Judd Apatow’s bittersweet love letter to the maddening malaise of marriage, “This is 40″ is a sprawling picture as poignant and touching as it is frustrating.
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Paranormal Activity 4
At a Thursday-night preview screening meant for the diehards, one man was loudly sawing logs by the 60-minute mark. Para-snore-mal activity, indeed. Continue reading
At the Mountains of Movie Madness — Week Twelve
Alan Rickman’s American accent, an anticipated sequel, Filipino unrest, radio hijinks and more Jeff Goldblum make up this random set of films that leads towards the final week. Continue reading
At the Mountains of Movie Madness: Week Eight
This week, Austin watches a few fish-out-of-water movies and then braves up to watch “Teeth” and “The Human Centipede 2.” Continue reading
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Wrath of the Titans
“Wrath of the Titans” may be an extremely dumbed-down version of Greek mythology, but it’s still a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Continue reading
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Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance
“Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance” is so bad that it makes the first film look Oscar-worthy. Continue reading
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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
Dr. John H. Watson agreed to reprint a journal entry containing his thoughts on the latest movie depicting his life. Continue reading