Movie Film Reviews

Independence Day combines valid blockbuster with shlock. It has decent basics: character set-up, a cohesive story, balanced action, and...

The Day After Tomorrow is a messy blockbuster. It's a spectacle with formulaic beats, but the film doesn't have a cohesive point (besides...

2012 is proof that bigger isn't better. Its scope is massive, but 2012 lacks fundamental heart. Ironically, the movie's about global...

Cloverfield has a catchy idea yet mediocre execution. The premise of a monster attack told from a found footage perspective is...

Fight Club is a slick combination of art and entertainment. Ultimately, it’s a cautionary tale of consumerism's breeding and...

Seven is a perfect crime thriller. It's impactful, thematic, suspenseful, and character-driven. It fully embraces its jaded worldview...

Gone Girl is a wild ride of deception. It's not Fincher's most intelligent project, but Gone Girl compensates with sheer entertainment....

Zodiac is meticulously researched and embodies its theme of obsession. Fincher is known for detail, but Zodiac's recreations are uniquely...

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is excellent craft paired with emotional nuance. The film isn't overtly thrilling (some might even...

The Social Network is razor sharp. Despite its lack of action, the film is incredibly fun and engaging. First, the story is both personal...

Alien 3 is a missed opportunity. Its premise is decent, its filmmaker is special (although inexperienced), and Sigourney Weaver is back...

City of God is a sobering dive into economic neglect. In a slum of Rio de Janerio, City of God displays the cycle of violence and...

Oldboy is ideal foreign cinema. Its structure is familiar, but its creativity is transformative. Generally, American films aren't brave...

Kurosawa's Seven Samurai is a foundational film. Despite its age, it remains an ideal template for current blockbusters. It's rich with...

Amelie marries childlike wonder and artistic expression. Its only consistent criticism is that the film is too whimsical, optimistic, or...

Run Lola Run rocks. From start to finish, the film is packed with energy, artistry, and style. The script is quite unique: a...

The Tender Bar is an acceptable attempt at a solid subgenre. The coming-of-age story has merit but is overdone, making it difficult for...

Samurai Cop is an interesting failure. While its intention is a buddy cop knock-off, its popularity comes from its misguided nature....

Citizen Kane is known as the greatest film ever, and justifiably so. In virtually every department, Citizen Kane redefined the medium....

Scream 5 has strengths and shortcomings. The franchise's meta quality helps because Scream 5 pokes fun at itself. It acknowledges the...