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Elegy (2008)

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2009

With these kinds of insights into being an older man, I’m surprised that the film was directed by a woman. Kingsley delivers a comfortably awkward performance. Cruz is a natural beauty. Really struck a chord with me. I’ve been that guy so many times. But as engaging as their relationship…

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He’s Just Not That Into You (2009)

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2009

A collection of lesson-filled love stories, much in the spirit of “Love Actually.” A quality ensemble cast with lots of nice, little performances. Bradley Cooper’s money when he’s given good material. Connelly is wonderfully off-type.

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Splash (1984)

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2009

Your basic 80’s comedy. Hanks is a natural, Hannah is surprisingly good. Is this the first time anyone’s really had to act underwater?

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Robin Williams: Weapons of Self Destruction (2009)

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2009

He’s getting older, and he’s off the drugs (I think). Unfortunately, I think he’s losing it. Dare I say that his delivery is a bit stunted and his humor is relatively tame?

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The Wrestler (2008)

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2009

An engaging but unsettling story to watch. Like “Walk the Line“, it features a main character with very few redeeming qualities who doesn’t really change for the better. We just watch him bounce around a bit, and nothing really happens. Rourke was a good choice. He gives us a raw,…

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The Majestic (2001)

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2009

Well-made, not a surprise from Darabont. Nice story, cleanly told, although it requires a bit of magic and disbelief to digest it all.

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3:10 to Yuma (2007)

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2009

Really authentic period piece, with nice costumes and music. Well-made. Great cast and characters. Fun having non-Americans in the lead roles. Ben Foster was wonderful.

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This Boy’s Life (1993)

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2009

A good stepping stone for the young DiCaprio. He handles the role with ease. Barkin is always appealing. De Niro’s character reminds me a lot of someone I know… His kids would not be that cool if he’s the one who brought them up.

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By the People: The Election of Barack Obama (2009)

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2009

A pleasant, well put-together peek at the man on the rise. To be honest, Obama has always seemed this personable and fair, so the documentary doesn’t really reveal anything new about his character. I think a similar documentary on McCain would be telling.

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