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Dragnet (1987)

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2009

Made during a time when a crappy story was better than no story at all. Two comic geniuses, but it’s pretty flat. Hanks tries his best with the material, but it just doesn’t work. Lots of sexy extras.

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Kung Fu Panda (2008)

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2009

Nice animation, but the story and comedy aren’t nearly as sharp as Pixar’s.

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JCVD (2008)

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2009

Had no idea Jean-Claude could be this down-to-earth. Always thought he was a loser, but he seems like a really cool guy. Interesting meta-film. Seems like Van Damme has a pretty realistic and healthy view of himself and Hollywood. Perhaps a hair too preachy and a hair unrewarding in the…

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Up (2009)

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2009

Classic Pixar, with unique and emotionally deep characters, real comedy, a sense of adventure, and truly exquisite animation. Magical ending. I almost lost it. The trailer looked a little silly, and the lack of full-length trailers, internviews, “making of” specials didn’t really excite me about going to see the it.…

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Speed Racer (2008)

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2009

Some cool effects and some nice homages to the cartoon, but not particularly smart or exciting.

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Femme Fatale (2002)

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2009

Just couldn’t get into the story. Romijn is the centerpiece of this movie. She’s unquestionably hot, although she’s got serious competition in the delicious Rie Rasmussen. Loved the shot of Romijn falling into the water.

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The Color of Money (1986)

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2009

Not the classic I wanted it to be. Would have liked to see this a little darker and grittier, maybe even in black and white. Newman’s cool, if not a bit scripted. Gratuitous shot of Mastrantonio’s flapjacks.

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Run, Fatboy, Run (2007)

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2009

Pegg’s got it: the expressions, the timing, the delivery. It’s a joy watching him do comedy. A surprisingly touching story.

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Fires of Kuwait (1992)

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2009

Nice footage and an interesting story. Torn’s voiceover is pretty good. I know IMAX is all about landscapes, but showing the faces of the interviewees would have made it a bit more personal.

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