Category Archives: Elsewhere Reviews

Elsewhere Review: Into the Storm

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Denise

First posted on Geek for e: the original can be found here. Nutshell: I give Into the Storm a C.  It’s a passing grade, but only just.  I was pulled into the action and loved the FX, but couldn’t get … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Magic in the Moonlight

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Denise

First posted on Geek for e, the original piece can be found here. Nutshell: I’d give Magic in the Moonlight a B.  Though it’s not Woody’s best, it’s a sure sight better than most of what’s out there right now. … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Lucy

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Denise

[Actually this is more of a “posted it on Geek for e as a favor, but wrote it for here” kinda thing. You with me? Oh who cares about the backstory — on with the show!] Nutshell: I’d give Lucy … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review — The Purge: Anarchy

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Denise

First posted on Geek for e, the original piece can be found here. Nutshell: I give The Purge: Anarchy an A-.  Much more of a thriller than it’s original claustrophobic predecessor, Anarchy shows viewers all the chaos on the streets, … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Jersey Boys

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Denise

  Nutshell: I’d give Jersey Boys a B+. A quartet of (mostly) stage stars provide spot-on Four Seasons numbers, while Clint Eastwood keeps the story from getting too fluffy or too dark. Bonus points for being able to enjoy the show … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: The Rover

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Denise

Nutshell: I’d give The Rover a B+. It’s the type of film that had me watching, completely hooked, from the get-go (granted, it’s a heckuva start). But the bleak, unforgiving style of the film may put some off. If you’re … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: The Fault in Our Stars

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Denise

Nutshell: I give it a B+.  Not a shot-for-shot retelling of the novel, but it works.  Would have liked to have seen more of the realistic sturm-und-drang of illness, but otherwise Woodley and Elgort nail their roles.  And any film … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Maleficent

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Denise

Nutshell: I give Maleficent a B.  This movie shouldn’t be any good.  It’s a one-character show with poorly constructed supporting characters, and an ending you can see coming a mile away.  But the fact that Jolie really loves being the fairy, … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Blended

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Denise

Nutshell:  I give this a B-.  Though I could list a zillion reasons why this movie should suck, it’s actually too cute to stink.  All-in performances by Sandler and Barrymore ground the sillyness, and Bella Thorne is adorable as a … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Belle

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Denise

Nutshell: I give Belle an A.  Excellent performances, a script that balances history with heart-tugging, and crystal-clear cinematography equals a film that’s easy to enjoy.  Makes you want to hit up Wikipedia the moment you leave the theater.  Y’know, after … Continue reading →

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