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morton is , as usual , brilliant .	1pos
even with all those rough edges safely sanded down , the american insomnia is still pretty darned good .	1pos
i don't know precisely what to make of steven soderbergh's full frontal , though that didn't stop me from enjoying much of it .	1pos
the tug of war that ensues is as much a snapshot of modern china in microcosm as it is a crash course in movie mythology .	1pos
nearly surreal , dabbling in french , this is no simple movie , and you'll be taking a risk if you choose to see it . i enjoyed the ride ( bumps and all ) , creamy depth , and ultimate theme .	1pos
you could say that it's slow at times , you could say that a few of the characters act in ways that real people wouldn't , but one thing you couldn't say is that alias betty is predictable .	1pos
asia authors herself as anna battista , an italian superstar and aspiring directress who just happens to be her own worst enemy .	1pos
roman coppola may never become the filmmaker his dad was , but heck few filmmakers will . but based on cq , i'll certainly be keeping an eye out for his next project .	1pos
an amusing , breezily apolitical documentary about life on the campaign trail .	1pos
high on melodrama . but it's emotionally engrossing , too , thanks to strong , credible performances from the whole cast .	1pos
finally , a genre movie that delivers -- in a couple of genres , no less .	1pos
it's not so much enjoyable to watch as it is enlightening to listen to new sides of a previous reality , and to visit with some of the people who were able to make an impact in the theater world .	1pos
spielberg is the rare director who does not want to invite viewers to gawk at or applaud his special effects . he just wants them to be part of the action , the wallpaper of his chosen reality . here , thankfully , they are .	1pos
post 9/11 the philosophical message of " personal freedom first " might not be as palatable as intended .	1pos
hu and liu offer natural , matter-of-fact performances that glint with sorrow , longing and love .	1pos
this bold and lyrical first feature from raja amari expands the pat notion that middle-aged women just wanna have fun into a rousing treatise of sensual empowerment .	1pos
easier to respect than enthuse over , andersson's rigorous personal vision is not only distanced but distancing .	1pos
girls gone wild and gone civil again	1pos
. . . tunney is allowed to build an uncommonly human character , an almost real-live girl complete with trouble and hope .	1pos
while this film is not in the least surprising , it is still ultimately very satisfying . think of it as a sort of comfort food for the mind .	1pos
clever , brutal and strangely soulful movie .	1pos
. . . always remains movingly genuine .	1pos
an intelligent fiction about learning through cultural clash .	1pos
will grab your children by the imagination and amaze them and amuse them .	1pos
a remarkable 179-minute meditation on the nature of revolution .	1pos
those who would follow haneke on his creepy explorations . . . are rewarded by brutal , committed performances from huppert and magimel .	1pos
an involving true story of a chinese actor who takes up drugs and winds up in an institution--acted mostly by the actual people involved .	1pos
hands down the year's most thought-provoking film . but it pays a price for its intricate intellectual gamesmanship .	1pos
it's a terrific american sports movie and dennis quaid is its athletic heart .	1pos
this is such a high-energy movie where the drumming and the marching are so excellent , who cares if the story's a little weak .	1pos
compelling revenge thriller , though somewhat weakened by a miscast leading lady .	1pos
it's amazingly perceptive in its subtle , supportive but unsentimental look at the marks family .	1pos
a whole lot foul , freaky and funny .	1pos
family fare .	1pos
attal mixes comedy with a serious exploration of ego and jealousy within a seemingly serene marriage .	1pos
the diversity of the artists represented , both in terms of style and ethnicity , prevents the proceedings from feeling repetitious , as does the appropriately brief 40-minute running time .	1pos
the pianist is a fine valedictory work for polanski , made richer by his own experiences , making his other movies somehow richer in the bargain .	1pos
foster nails the role , giving a tight , focused performance illuminated by shards of feeling .	1pos
even if you can't pronounce " gyro " correctly , you'll appreciate much of vardalos' humor , which transcends ethnic boundaries .	1pos
is office work really as alienating as 'bartleby' so effectively makes it ?	1pos
farrell . . . thankfully manages to outshine the role and successfully plays the foil to willis's world-weary colonel .	1pos
audiences conditioned to getting weepy over saucer-eyed , downy-cheeked moppets and their empathetic caretakers will probably feel emotionally cheated by the film's tart , sugar-free wit .	1pos
bennett's dramatization of her personal descent into post-breakup perdition has a morbid appeal that's tough to shake .	1pos
an intriguing and entertaining introduction to johnson .	1pos
as expected , sayles' smart wordplay and clever plot contrivances are as sharp as ever , though they may be overshadowed by some strong performances .	1pos
a model of what films like this should be like .	1pos
as weber and weissman demonstrate with such insight and celebratory verve , the cockettes weren't as much about gender , sexual preference or political agitprop as they were simply a triumph of the indomitable human will to rebel , connect and create .	1pos
yeah , these flicks are just that damn good . isn't it great ?	1pos
an unbelievably fun film just a leading man away from perfection .	1pos
over-the-top and a bit ostentatious , this is a movie that's got oodles of style and substance .	1pos
. . . a poignant and powerful narrative that reveals that reading writing and arithmetic are not the only subjects to learn in life .	1pos
nicely serves as an examination of a society in transition .	1pos
boisterous , heartfelt comedy .	1pos
a tender and touching drama , based on the true story of a troubled african-american's quest to come to terms with his origins , reveals the yearning we all have in our hearts for acceptance within the family circle .	1pos
as a randy film about sexy people in gorgeous places being pushed and pulled ( literally and figuratively ) by desire . . . [sex and lucía] makes for an arousing good time .	1pos
absorbing character study by andré turpin .	1pos
celebrated at sundance , this slight comedy of manners has winning performances and a glossy , glib charm that's hard to beat .	1pos
renner's performance as dahmer is unforgettable , deeply absorbing .	1pos
if no one singles out any of these performances as award-worthy , it's only because we would expect nothing less from this bunch .	1pos
if you love reading and/or poetry , then by all means check it out . you'll probably love it .	1pos
though of particular interest to students and enthusiast of international dance and world music , the film is designed to make viewers of all ages , cultural backgrounds and rhythmic ability want to get up and dance .	1pos
energetic and boldly provocative .	1pos
star wars is back in a major way .	1pos
it's a movie -- and an album -- you won't want to miss .	1pos
it's rare to find a film that dazzles the eye , challenges the brain , and satisfies our lust for fast-paced action , but minority report delivers all that and a whole lot more .	1pos
while not all transitions to adulthood are so fraught , there's much truth and no small amount of poetry in girls can't swim .	1pos
if there's nothing fresh about wannabes , which was written by mr . demeo , who produced and directed the film with charles a . addessi , much of the time the movie feels authentic .	1pos
jacquot's tosca is a treat .	1pos
by the end of no such thing the audience , like beatrice , has a watchful affection for the monster .	1pos
if you liked such movies as notting hill , four weddings and a funeral , bridget jones' diary or high fidelity , then you won't want to miss about a boy .	1pos
. . . the gentle melding of drama and comedy makes " what time is it there ? " something the true film buff will enjoy .	1pos
romanek keeps the film constantly taut . . . reflecting the character's instability with a metaphorical visual style and an unnerving , heartbeat-like score .	1pos
i whole-heartedly recommend that everyone see this movie-- for its historical significance alone .	1pos
hey , who else needs a shower ?	1pos
longley has constructed a remarkably coherent , horrifically vivid snapshot of those turbulent days .	1pos
although it bangs a very cliched drum at times , this crowd-pleaser's fresh dialogue , energetic music , and good-natured spunk are often infectious .	1pos
often gruelling and heartbreaking to witness , but seldahl and wollter's sterling performances raise this far above the level of the usual maudlin disease movie .	1pos
go see it and enjoy .	1pos
the stunning , dreamlike visuals will impress even those viewers who have little patience for euro-film pretension .	1pos
george clooney proves he's quite a talented director and sam rockwell shows us he's a world-class actor with confessions of a dangerous mind .	1pos
there's a vastness implied in metropolis that is just breathtaking .	1pos
murderous maids may well be the most comprehensive of these films and also strike closest to the truth .	1pos
the people in dogtown and z-boys are so funny , aggressive and alive , you have to watch them because you can't wait to see what they do next .	1pos
as green-guts monster movies go , it's a beaut .	1pos
as bundy , michael reilly burke ( octopus 2 : river of fear ) has just the right amount of charisma and menace .	1pos
a deceivingly simple film , one that grows in power in retrospect .	1pos
ana is a vivid , vibrant individual and the movie's focus upon her makes it successful and accessible .	1pos
a slick , skillful little horror film .	1pos
a very witty take on change , risk and romance , and the film uses humour to make its points about acceptance and growth .	1pos
[anderson] uses a hit-or-miss aesthetic that hits often enough to keep the film entertaining even if none of it makes a lick of sense .	1pos
bubba ho-tep is a wonderful film with a bravura lead performance by bruce campbell that doesn't deserve to leave the building until everyone is aware of it .	1pos
despite the long running time , the pace never feels slack -- there's no scene that screams " bathroom break ! "	1pos
bullock does a good job here of working against her natural likability .	1pos
a film of precious increments artfully camouflaged as everyday activities .	1pos
kinnear gives a tremendous performance .	1pos
the best movie of its kind since 'brazil . ' lucas , take notes . this is how you use special effects .	1pos
" frailty " has been written so well , that even a simple " goddammit ! " near the end takes on a whole other meaning .	1pos
one hour photo is an intriguing snapshot of one man and his delusions ; it's just too bad it doesn't have more flashes of insight .	1pos
kaufman creates an eerie sense of not only being there at the time of these events but the very night matthew was killed .	1pos
chalk it up to my adoration for both de niro and murphy , but i had a pretty good time with this movie - despite its myriad flaws .	1pos

morton is , as usual , brilliant .

1pos

even with all those rough edges safely sanded down , the american insomnia is still pretty darned good .

1pos

i don't know precisely what to make of steven soderbergh's full frontal , though that didn't stop me from enjoying much of it .

1pos

the tug of war that ensues is as much a snapshot of modern china in microcosm as it is a crash course in movie mythology .

1pos

nearly surreal , dabbling in french , this is no simple movie , and you'll be taking a risk if you choose to see it . i enjoyed the ride ( bumps and all ) , creamy depth , and ultimate theme .

1pos

you could say that it's slow at times , you could say that a few of the characters act in ways that real people wouldn't , but one thing you couldn't say is that alias betty is predictable .

1pos

asia authors herself as anna battista , an italian superstar and aspiring directress who just happens to be her own worst enemy .

1pos

roman coppola may never become the filmmaker his dad was , but heck few filmmakers will . but based on cq , i'll certainly be keeping an eye out for his next project .

1pos

an amusing , breezily apolitical documentary about life on the campaign trail .

1pos

high on melodrama . but it's emotionally engrossing , too , thanks to strong , credible performances from the whole cast .

1pos

finally , a genre movie that delivers -- in a couple of genres , no less .

1pos

it's not so much enjoyable to watch as it is enlightening to listen to new sides of a previous reality , and to visit with some of the people who were able to make an impact in the theater world .

1pos

spielberg is the rare director who does not want to invite viewers to gawk at or applaud his special effects . he just wants them to be part of the action , the wallpaper of his chosen reality . here , thankfully , they are .

1pos

post 9/11 the philosophical message of " personal freedom first " might not be as palatable as intended .

1pos

hu and liu offer natural , matter-of-fact performances that glint with sorrow , longing and love .

1pos

this bold and lyrical first feature from raja amari expands the pat notion that middle-aged women just wanna have fun into a rousing treatise of sensual empowerment .

1pos

easier to respect than enthuse over , andersson's rigorous personal vision is not only distanced but distancing .

1pos

girls gone wild and gone civil again

1pos

. . . tunney is allowed to build an uncommonly human character , an almost real-live girl complete with trouble and hope .

1pos

while this film is not in the least surprising , it is still ultimately very satisfying . think of it as a sort of comfort food for the mind .

1pos

clever , brutal and strangely soulful movie .

1pos

. . . always remains movingly genuine .

1pos

an intelligent fiction about learning through cultural clash .

1pos

will grab your children by the imagination and amaze them and amuse them .

1pos

a remarkable 179-minute meditation on the nature of revolution .

1pos

those who would follow haneke on his creepy explorations . . . are rewarded by brutal , committed performances from huppert and magimel .

1pos

an involving true story of a chinese actor who takes up drugs and winds up in an institution--acted mostly by the actual people involved .

1pos

hands down the year's most thought-provoking film . but it pays a price for its intricate intellectual gamesmanship .

1pos

it's a terrific american sports movie and dennis quaid is its athletic heart .

1pos

this is such a high-energy movie where the drumming and the marching are so excellent , who cares if the story's a little weak .

1pos

compelling revenge thriller , though somewhat weakened by a miscast leading lady .

1pos

it's amazingly perceptive in its subtle , supportive but unsentimental look at the marks family .

1pos

a whole lot foul , freaky and funny .

1pos

family fare .

1pos

attal mixes comedy with a serious exploration of ego and jealousy within a seemingly serene marriage .

1pos

the diversity of the artists represented , both in terms of style and ethnicity , prevents the proceedings from feeling repetitious , as does the appropriately brief 40-minute running time .

1pos

the pianist is a fine valedictory work for polanski , made richer by his own experiences , making his other movies somehow richer in the bargain .

1pos

foster nails the role , giving a tight , focused performance illuminated by shards of feeling .

1pos

even if you can't pronounce " gyro " correctly , you'll appreciate much of vardalos' humor , which transcends ethnic boundaries .

1pos

is office work really as alienating as 'bartleby' so effectively makes it ?

1pos

farrell . . . thankfully manages to outshine the role and successfully plays the foil to willis's world-weary colonel .

1pos

audiences conditioned to getting weepy over saucer-eyed , downy-cheeked moppets and their empathetic caretakers will probably feel emotionally cheated by the film's tart , sugar-free wit .

1pos

bennett's dramatization of her personal descent into post-breakup perdition has a morbid appeal that's tough to shake .

1pos

an intriguing and entertaining introduction to johnson .

1pos

as expected , sayles' smart wordplay and clever plot contrivances are as sharp as ever , though they may be overshadowed by some strong performances .

1pos

a model of what films like this should be like .

1pos

as weber and weissman demonstrate with such insight and celebratory verve , the cockettes weren't as much about gender , sexual preference or political agitprop as they were simply a triumph of the indomitable human will to rebel , connect and create .

1pos

yeah , these flicks are just that damn good . isn't it great ?

1pos

an unbelievably fun film just a leading man away from perfection .

1pos

over-the-top and a bit ostentatious , this is a movie that's got oodles of style and substance .

1pos

. . . a poignant and powerful narrative that reveals that reading writing and arithmetic are not the only subjects to learn in life .

1pos

nicely serves as an examination of a society in transition .

1pos

boisterous , heartfelt comedy .

1pos

a tender and touching drama , based on the true story of a troubled african-american's quest to come to terms with his origins , reveals the yearning we all have in our hearts for acceptance within the family circle .

1pos

as a randy film about sexy people in gorgeous places being pushed and pulled ( literally and figuratively ) by desire . . . [sex and lucía] makes for an arousing good time .

1pos

absorbing character study by andré turpin .

1pos

celebrated at sundance , this slight comedy of manners has winning performances and a glossy , glib charm that's hard to beat .

1pos

renner's performance as dahmer is unforgettable , deeply absorbing .

1pos

if no one singles out any of these performances as award-worthy , it's only because we would expect nothing less from this bunch .

1pos

if you love reading and/or poetry , then by all means check it out . you'll probably love it .

1pos

though of particular interest to students and enthusiast of international dance and world music , the film is designed to make viewers of all ages , cultural backgrounds and rhythmic ability want to get up and dance .

1pos

energetic and boldly provocative .

1pos

star wars is back in a major way .

1pos

it's a movie -- and an album -- you won't want to miss .

1pos

it's rare to find a film that dazzles the eye , challenges the brain , and satisfies our lust for fast-paced action , but minority report delivers all that and a whole lot more .

1pos

while not all transitions to adulthood are so fraught , there's much truth and no small amount of poetry in girls can't swim .

1pos

if there's nothing fresh about wannabes , which was written by mr . demeo , who produced and directed the film with charles a . addessi , much of the time the movie feels authentic .

1pos

jacquot's tosca is a treat .

1pos

by the end of no such thing the audience , like beatrice , has a watchful affection for the monster .

1pos

if you liked such movies as notting hill , four weddings and a funeral , bridget jones' diary or high fidelity , then you won't want to miss about a boy .

1pos

. . . the gentle melding of drama and comedy makes " what time is it there ? " something the true film buff will enjoy .

1pos

romanek keeps the film constantly taut . . . reflecting the character's instability with a metaphorical visual style and an unnerving , heartbeat-like score .

1pos

i whole-heartedly recommend that everyone see this movie-- for its historical significance alone .

1pos

hey , who else needs a shower ?

1pos

longley has constructed a remarkably coherent , horrifically vivid snapshot of those turbulent days .

1pos

although it bangs a very cliched drum at times , this crowd-pleaser's fresh dialogue , energetic music , and good-natured spunk are often infectious .

1pos

often gruelling and heartbreaking to witness , but seldahl and wollter's sterling performances raise this far above the level of the usual maudlin disease movie .

1pos

go see it and enjoy .

1pos

the stunning , dreamlike visuals will impress even those viewers who have little patience for euro-film pretension .

1pos

george clooney proves he's quite a talented director and sam rockwell shows us he's a world-class actor with confessions of a dangerous mind .

1pos

there's a vastness implied in metropolis that is just breathtaking .

1pos

murderous maids may well be the most comprehensive of these films and also strike closest to the truth .

1pos

the people in dogtown and z-boys are so funny , aggressive and alive , you have to watch them because you can't wait to see what they do next .

1pos

as green-guts monster movies go , it's a beaut .

1pos

as bundy , michael reilly burke ( octopus 2 : river of fear ) has just the right amount of charisma and menace .

1pos

a deceivingly simple film , one that grows in power in retrospect .

1pos

ana is a vivid , vibrant individual and the movie's focus upon her makes it successful and accessible .

1pos

a slick , skillful little horror film .

1pos

a very witty take on change , risk and romance , and the film uses humour to make its points about acceptance and growth .

1pos

[anderson] uses a hit-or-miss aesthetic that hits often enough to keep the film entertaining even if none of it makes a lick of sense .

1pos

bubba ho-tep is a wonderful film with a bravura lead performance by bruce campbell that doesn't deserve to leave the building until everyone is aware of it .

1pos

despite the long running time , the pace never feels slack -- there's no scene that screams " bathroom break ! "

1pos

bullock does a good job here of working against her natural likability .

1pos

a film of precious increments artfully camouflaged as everyday activities .

1pos

kinnear gives a tremendous performance .

1pos

the best movie of its kind since 'brazil . ' lucas , take notes . this is how you use special effects .

1pos

" frailty " has been written so well , that even a simple " goddammit ! " near the end takes on a whole other meaning .

1pos

one hour photo is an intriguing snapshot of one man and his delusions ; it's just too bad it doesn't have more flashes of insight .

1pos

kaufman creates an eerie sense of not only being there at the time of these events but the very night matthew was killed .

1pos

chalk it up to my adoration for both de niro and murphy , but i had a pretty good time with this movie - despite its myriad flaws .

1pos