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If you’re old enough to remember Porky’s (1982) or more recently, American Pie (1999), then you know exactly the demographic this movie is aiming for: horny teens and nostalgic Gen…
The Wolverine
C’mon, it’s Hugh Jackman, ripped. Does anything else really matter? If so, then you may have some issues with the movie's inconsistent plot and dialogue. But all things considered, The…
The Conjuring
Okay, kids. Gather around the campfire and settle in for a treat. No campfire? Then the movie theater should do. Oh, The Conjuring is rated ‘R’?! That’s kind of ridiculous.…
Turbo
Gotta love a good underdog movie, especially when the underdog is a snail. Sure, Turbo is predictable and formulaic, but it’s also cute and sweet and fun, with a winning…
Grown Ups 2
Grown Ups 2 is little more than a ‘supersized’ episode of a mediocre sitcom. It’s got a few funny lines and sight gags – but nothing that would justify a…
Pacific Rim
WHAT?? DID I LIKE THE MOVIE??? WHY AM I SHOUTING???? Maybe it’s because my ears are still ringing from watching Pacific Rim in IMAX 3D. Let’s just say it was…
The Hunt (Jagten)
The Hunt is not a happy movie. And it is a story I feel like I have seen before, though it is all in the telling. The draw here is…
The Way, Way Back
I first saw The Way, Way Back way back in early May. I loved it then. And I think I love it even more now (considering the array of films…
Despicable Me 2
Despicable Me 2 serves its purpose – entertaining the kids. It’s bright and colorful and quirky and cute. Adults may be a tad disappointed at the lack of any real…
The Lone Ranger
Too long. Too boring. Too convoluted. There you have it. The Lone Ranger in a nutshell. I really tried to like this movie, at least a little bit. After all,…
In the House (Dans la maison)
In the House is one of the more enjoyable films I have seen lately. It is described as a thriller, which leads you to believe it is more serious than…