Grant Heslov’s adaptation of the nonfiction book has a loopy enough tone, but it’s all over the place and feels more like a series of gags than a cohesive movie.
This alien abduction suspense movie shouldn’t have included “documentary” footage that feels forced and fake if it wanted to feel real, says Phil.
Phil says that Robert Zemeckis should have focused his attention more on a little Christmas spirit and less on bombastic chase sequences in this Charles Dickens adaptation.
Alan says the Coen brothers’ latest is a well-made an intriguing intellectual exercise that Coen fans shouldn’t miss out on.
Alan says this lighthearted vampire movie with John C. Reilly doesn’t make any sense, but is a helluva lot of fun.
Hilary Swank plays Ameila Earhart in this beautifully shot but emotionally inert biopic, says Phil.
Spike Jonze’s latest is a beautiful movie about the conflicting need in children for both rebellion and community. It rewards on multiple viewings and is one of the best films of the year.
This low-budget reality-style horror pic has a lot of hype and some really good ideas, but your enjoyment may depend on your suspension of disbelief.
Ricky Gervais’ latest is full of biting social commentary and has some of the most hilarious moments onscreen this year, even if it trips up with its rom-com ending.
It’s not as clever as “Shaun of the Dead,” but this zombie-killing romp has a surprising amount of comedy, an Apatow-style romance, and one of the best cameos ever.
The Men Who Stare at Goats
Grant Heslov’s adaptation of the nonfiction book has a loopy enough tone, but it’s all over the place and feels more like a series of gags than a cohesive movie.
The Fourth Kind
This alien abduction suspense movie shouldn’t have included “documentary” footage that feels forced and fake if it wanted to feel real, says Phil.
Disney's A Christmas Carol
Phil says that Robert Zemeckis should have focused his attention more on a little Christmas spirit and less on bombastic chase sequences in this Charles Dickens adaptation.
A Serious Man
Alan says the Coen brothers’ latest is a well-made an intriguing intellectual exercise that Coen fans shouldn’t miss out on.
Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant
Alan says this lighthearted vampire movie with John C. Reilly doesn’t make any sense, but is a helluva lot of fun.
Amelia
Hilary Swank plays Ameila Earhart in this beautifully shot but emotionally inert biopic, says Phil.
Where the Wild Things Are
Spike Jonze’s latest is a beautiful movie about the conflicting need in children for both rebellion and community. It rewards on multiple viewings and is one of the best films of the year.
Paranormal Activity
This low-budget reality-style horror pic has a lot of hype and some really good ideas, but your enjoyment may depend on your suspension of disbelief.
The Invention of Lying
Ricky Gervais’ latest is full of biting social commentary and has some of the most hilarious moments onscreen this year, even if it trips up with its rom-com ending.
Zombieland
It’s not as clever as “Shaun of the Dead,” but this zombie-killing romp has a surprising amount of comedy, an Apatow-style romance, and one of the best cameos ever.
