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A majestic "Black Swan"
By Melissa Haniff | Dec. 13, 2010, 12:25 p.m. | In Movies »
Ballet is known for its beauty and grace, two aspects that director Darren Aronofsky (The Wrestler) exposes beautifully in his newest film "The Black Swan."
The Bore-ist
By Eli Schwadron | Dec. 13, 2010, 8:51 a.m. | In Movies »
Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp are two of the hottest people on the planet and they are starring in one movie. What's not to like? Director Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck's "The Tourist” boasts a star-studded cast but fails to deliver any sort of excitement or creativity despite the movie's promise.
A new kind of "Love" story
By Molly Nicholson | Nov. 29, 2010, 7:51 a.m. | In Movies »
What makes for a rockin' movie night? Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway tangled together throughout a comedic, yet poignant film about the ultimate drug: love.
Nothing short of magical
By Alison Kronstadt | Nov. 21, 2010, 8:48 p.m. | In Movies »
With a supremely talented group of actors carrying forward J.K. Rowling's amazing story, the latest installment to the Harry Potter franchise is unforgettable.
"127 Hours" is worth the wait
By Myla Sapp | Nov. 21, 2010, 7:24 p.m. | In Movies »
In 2003, mountain climber Aron Ralston faced his physical and emotional limits when trapped deep inside of a canyon near Moab, Utah. Director Danny Boyle's (Slumdog Millionaire) adaption of this captivating true story does not disappoint.
"Morning Glory" is anything but glorious
By Claire Boston | Nov. 13, 2010, 7:29 p.m. | In Movies »
In the world of TV news, one rarely catches a glimpse of the people behind the cameras, and "Morning Glory" serves as a reminder of why this so rarely happens. Not only are the characters flat, but also their lives are monotonously predictable.
Alfred Hitchcock presents
By Marjorie Fuchs, Sarah Harper | Oct. 30, 2010, 10:39 p.m. | In Movies »
Nothing compares to the thrills and chills of an Alfred Hitchcock film. His trademark screeching violins, shadowed cinematography and gripping plot twists have revolutionized the psychological thriller genre and captivated audiences for more than half a century.
The Reel Deel
By Valerie Hu, Eli Schwadron | Oct. 18, 2010, 9:22 p.m. | In Movies »
From Ferris skipping class in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" to Cady spreading rumors in "Mean Girls," what's not to love?
"The Social Network" is an automatic "Like"
By Marjorie Fuchs | Oct. 4, 2010, 10:36 p.m. | In Movies »
Facebook is social, Facebook is business and Facebook has changed the way we think about the world. It's about time Hollywood has gotten the hint.
An intriguing spin on letting go
By Eli Okun | Sept. 28, 2010, 9:30 p.m. | In Movies »
In the opening scene of "Never Let Me Go,” narrator Kathy H. stares sadly through the glass panes of a hospital operating room, a moment that well captures the complexities of this elegant but flawed movie.
Put money on "Wall Street"
By Melodi Anahtar | Sept. 27, 2010, 10:17 p.m. | In Movies »
"Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" may not be getting the same response as the 1987 original, but fine acting and skillfully composed shots make the movie worth seeing.
Talk of "The Town"
By Stella Bartholet | Sept. 20, 2010, 11:35 p.m. | In Movies »
"The Town" is an intense thriller and proves that Ben Affleck ("Gone Baby Gone”) is dually talented; he's both a compelling actor and a smart director who knows how to keep an audience captivated.
Grade "A"
By Sarah Harper | Sept. 20, 2010, 5:46 p.m. | In Movies »
Will Gluck's latest film, "Easy A," is an updated version of Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter," complete with laughs and a great set of characters.
A predictable "Switch"
By Melissa Haniff | Aug. 22, 2010, 9:54 p.m. | In Movies »
"The Switch," directed by Will Speck and Josh Gordon ("Blades of Glory"), is a warm romantic comedy that leaves the audience just barely satisfied.
Not just an"other" movie
By Melodi Anahtar | Aug. 8, 2010, 8:59 p.m. | In Movies »
"The Other Guys" combines the traditional buddy-cop theme, a fair share of action, an underdog story and a corporate America setting into one summer hit that is first and foremost a comedy.
Every "Cloud" has a silver lining
By Sarah Harper | Aug. 1, 2010, 8:13 p.m. | In Movies »
The film makes for an enjoyable watch on a Sunday afternoon, but is ultimately confusing and predictable, due to poor editing and mediocre cinematography.
"The Kids" are remarkable
By Marjorie Fuchs | July 21, 2010, 12:05 a.m. | In Movies »
"The Kids Are All Right" is an exceptional work that succeeds on many levels: It has a story destined to touch audiences, top acting performances and an authenticity that is lacking from many of today's films.
"Inception:" the movie of your dreams
By Eli Schwadron | July 19, 2010, 12:18 a.m. | In Movies »
Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated "Inception” is a mind-bending, edge-of-your-seat action flick and, with help from a star-studded cast and amazing visuals, is certainly a can't-miss.
"Despicable Me," exceptional glee
By Allison Daitch | July 12, 2010, 10:57 p.m. | In Movies »
It's Steve Carell's magic - everything he touches turns to gold, and his newest movie only confirms this theory. With well-known stars and lovable characters, "Despicable Me" is a can't-miss comedy.
An "Eclipse" over the past
By Liv Jacobson | July 8, 2010, 2:13 p.m. | In Movies »
The Twilight Saga is more than just a book and movie series: It's a phenomenon. "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse" is the third installment in the movie franchise and the third time lines have gone around the block at movie theaters nationwide for midnight showings. "Twilight” fangirls (and fanboys) won't be disappointed: "Eclipse" is the best so far in the series.
"Airbender" blows its hype
By Myla Sapp | July 7, 2010, 12:39 p.m. | In Movies »
The highly anticipated production of fantasy director M. Night Shyamalan's "Avatar: The Last Airbender” is a huge disappointment on several different levels, from the subpar acting to the unappealing action sequences.
Never too old for one more "story"
By Valerie Hu | June 23, 2010, 8:58 p.m. | In Movies »
With plenty of new characters, music and unexpected twists this time around, "Toy Story 3" is sure to take audiences on an exhilarating adventure to infinity and beyond.
He's the "Man"
By Ava Wallace | May 10, 2010, 12:59 a.m. | In Movies »
As calendars flip to the month of May, film companies start rolling out sequels, trilogies and prequels and every movie seems to be "the first summer blockbuster of the year!" But "Iron Man 2" truly has the ingredients to be this summer's superhero of choice.
"Date" freight
By Blake Morgan-Gamber | April 14, 2010, 4:41 p.m. | In Movies »
Even with a super-star line comedic duo, including both Steve Carell and Tina Fey, "Date Night" disappoints with forced laughs and boredom. With no navigation in such a messy plot, "Date Night" is one disastrous serving.
A drab tab for "Date Night"
By Mandy Xu | April 12, 2010, 12:46 p.m. | In Movies »
Fans of "The Office" and "30 Rock" will surely rejoice the day sardonic Liz Lemon and clueless Michael Scott meet. Well, "Date Night" comes close to a successful collaboration between comedic geniuses Tina Fey and Steve Carell. It's just too bad that director Sean Levy didn't trust these actors to do what they do best.
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