Category Archives: Movie Reviews

In Queue Review: She Makes Comics

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Denise

The Story: If you’re a fan of comic books, or even if you simply know what comic books are, you probably know that for too long they’ve been thought of as a dude club.  Women weren’t welcome, and if you … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: Black Sea

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: Black Sea tries to be Das Boot or Crimson Tide, but doesn’t quite hit the mark in terms of thrills.  Jude Law’s performance is excellent, true. But I still can’t help but want more.  Black Sea feels like an … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: A Most Violent Year

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: I’d give A Most Violent Year an F.  Painful to sit through, horrendously dull.  Choppy performances from top-notch actors gives the feeling that director J.C. Chandor didn’t have a good bead on his vision.  What could have been a … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: American Sniper

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: I’d give American Sniper an A-.  Is there a bit of hero worship?  Sure.  But Cooper’s performance and Eastwood’s whipsmart direction keep things grounded.  Some of the most believable scenes of wartime devastation, thanks to Eastwood’s immersive style. Gotta … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: The Wedding Ringer

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Denise

Nutshell: I’d give The Wedding Ringer a B+.  Funny as hell, and surprising in the chances it takes with the usual cut-n-paste storyline and cliches. A little rushed at times, but a fun film to hit if you want stomp-the-floor … Continue reading →

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2014 Film Reviews: and boy, are my arms tired!

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Denise

Sometimes I feel like I’m not writing enough.  Then I do something like this; a list of all the stuff I reviewed in a year.  Not too bad.  No, not pro-level.  Still, not too shabby.  And a fine explanation for … Continue reading →

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In Queue Review: I, Frankenstein

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Denise

Sometimes hitting the multiplex just isn’t in the cards. That’s when cable, the web and streaming step in to provide an instant movie fix. But how to separate the wheat from the chaff? I’m happy to help. The Story: Frankenstein’s … Continue reading →

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Review in a Flash: Into the Woods

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Denise

It’s Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Before:  Straight up; this ain’t your momma’s Once Upon A Time. … Continue reading →

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Review In A Flash: Big Eyes

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Denise

It’s the Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Before:  Wait.  This is a Tim Burton joint?  Oh man, … Continue reading →

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Review in a Flash – The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Denise

It’s the Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Before:  THE HOBBIT!!11!!  Happy that the final installment of this … Continue reading →

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