|
5/5
|
35%
|
The Hangover Part II (2011) |
"
This may be the one time in recorded history where a second hangover is a good thing. Bartender, serve up another round with the wolf pack."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 6, 2011
|
|
5/5
|
77%
|
Thor (2011) |
"
It only took about 10 minutes for a wide smile to form across my face at the realization that 'oh, man they got it right!'"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 24, 2011
|
|
5/5
|
86%
|
Inception (2010) |
"
one of the most groundbreaking and original films I've seen in the last decade."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jul 16, 2010
|
|
5/5
|
99%
|
Toy Story 3 (2010) |
"
is as close to moviemaking perfection as you could possibly ask for and easily stands as not just the summer's best film, but an easy favorite for the year's best as well."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 18, 2010
|
|
5/5
|
48%
|
The Losers (2010) |
"
may very well be the most fun you'll have at the movies all year. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Apr 23, 2010
|
|
5/5
|
76%
|
Kick-Ass (2010) |
"
a fun experience and one of the best representations of the genre put to the big screen yet."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Apr 16, 2010
|
|
5/5
|
42%
|
Brooklyn's Finest (2010) |
"
Fuqua once again proves his mastery of the cop/crime genre, making for the year's first must-see film"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Mar 5, 2010
|
|
5/5
|
26%
|
Ninja Assassin (2009) |
"
isn't just one of the year's best action films; it's one of the best this decade"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Nov 30, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
73%
|
Where the Wild Things Are (2009) |
"
A perfect example of movie making at its best and is a crowd-pleasing adaptation that captures everything that initially made its source material so revered."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Oct 17, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
84%
|
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) |
"
definitely the best of the series and is easily the one summer blockbuster that delivers everything Potter fans could expect and more."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jul 15, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
43%
|
The Proposal (2009) |
"
As romantic comedies go, backed by its terrific leads and well-crafted script, this is easily the year's best."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 19, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
78%
|
The Hangover (2009) |
"
the kind of brilliant comedy that will have you gasping, laughing so hard you'll have tears in your eyes."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 9, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
98%
|
Up (2009) |
"
'Up' rises Pixar to new heights of filmmaking excellence."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 29, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
95%
|
Star Trek (2009) |
"
Everything from the score, the slow motion effects to Abrams' ability to instantly draw you into this new universe quickly sets the tone for an engaging two-hour thrill ride."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 7, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
83%
|
I Love You, Man (2009) |
"
poised to be the comedy film to beat this year with its unique spin on the importance of best friends."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Mar 19, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
80%
|
Gran Torino (2009) |
"
they don't make movies like this anymore"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Feb 9, 2009
|
|
5/5
|
81%
|
Azur et Asmar (Azur and Asmar: The Princes' Quest) (2006) |
"
The first thing that will really capture your attention is its breathtaking animated style but beyond its dazzling appearance, the film also has an engaging story of a classic fairy tale."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Dec 15, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
83%
|
Tropic Thunder (2008) |
"
you won't be prepared for the film that's the funniest comedy of the year."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Aug 13, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
94%
|
The Dark Knight (2008) |
"
a phenomenal masterpiece whose creators aren't content with simply making a great comic book movie but craft one that transcends the genre to become one of the best films this decade."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jul 16, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
94%
|
Iron Man (2008) |
"
You'll believe a (iron) man can fly in 'Iron Man,' the undisputed movie to beat this summer season."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 1, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
84%
|
Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008) |
"
the film's unpredictable nature, great characters and hilarious script that makes it my leading choice for comedy of the year."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Apr 23, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
77%
|
Cloverfield (2008) |
"
the best monster film to come around in decades and one that not only lives up to its hype, but surpasses it in every conceivable fashion."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jan 17, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
85%
|
El Orfanato (The Orphanage) (2007) |
"
the kind of throwback horror/thriller that will leave grown adults more than a bit unnerved if they dare watch it alone."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jan 10, 2008
|
|
5/5
|
86%
|
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007) |
"
I am now fully convinced that there is no role too great for Johnny Depp."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Dec 20, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
94%
|
Juno (2007) |
"
a charmingly refreshing film that could be the sleeper hit of the year."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Dec 14, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
50%
|
30 Days of Night (2007) |
"
proves there's still a lot of life left in the horror/thriller genre with an imaginative, terrifying movie that doesn't let up until the final credits"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Oct 18, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
51%
|
The Kingdom (2007) |
"
'The Kingdom' ascends to the throne as one of the must-see films of 2007."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Sep 28, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
66%
|
Shoot 'Em Up (2007) |
"
by far the greatest video game masquerading as a movie ever. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Sep 6, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
70%
|
Ocean's Thirteen (2007) |
"
There's so much to enjoy here that there's literally something for everyone."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 7, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
63%
|
Spider-Man 3 (2007) |
"
When it comes to comic book films, this will become the gold standard by which all subsequent films are judged against."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 2, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
59%
|
300 (2007) |
"
the epic blockbuster of 2007 is an experience the audience won't soon forget."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Mar 8, 2007
|
|
5/5
|
76%
|
The Prestige (2006) |
"
It's no illusion - "The Prestige" is the best film of 2006"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Oct 23, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
93%
|
The Departed (2006) |
"
Somebody tell Scorsese to clear off some space on his mantle for a guy named Oscar."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Oct 5, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
47%
|
Renaissance (2006) |
"
so fascinating that it's hard to look away."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Sep 29, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
69%
|
World Trade Center (2006) |
"
inspiring - a truly magnificent film."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Aug 9, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
72%
|
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) |
"
may be the uncrowned champion for longest movie title this year, but it is definitely the laugh out loud comedy you've been waiting on all summer."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Aug 4, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
40%
|
My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006) |
"
the summer's best comedy"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jul 21, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
76%
|
Superman Returns (2006) |
"
an iconic summer blockbuster worthy of the original superhero that will redefine him for a new generation."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 28, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
33%
|
Click (2006) |
"
brilliant and one of the few must-see movies this summer. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 22, 2006
|
|
5/5
|
70%
|
Mission: Impossible III (2006) |
"
a better 2006 summer movie than "Mission: Impossible III?" That's pretty much impossible. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted May 21, 2006
|
|
10/10
|
86%
|
Inside Man (2006) |
"
Delivers the adrenaline shot in the arm the box office so desperately needed this year."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Mar 23, 2006
|
|
10/10
|
45%
|
Final Destination 3 (2006) |
"
With no imitators diluting the formula, there's really no need for part three to be the final destination.And if that's the case, I'll be first in line for part four. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Feb 9, 2006
|
|
10/10
|
69%
|
Curious George (2006) |
"
a thoroughly enjoyable film that will entertain Curious George's fans of all ages. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Feb 9, 2006
|
|
10/10
|
77%
|
Match Point (2005) |
"
one of those rare movies where everything comes together perfectly from the direction, performances and soundtrack complete with a gripping, powerful ending. "
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jan 5, 2006
|
|
10/10
|
84%
|
King Kong (2005) |
"
there never again needs to be a retelling of the classic beauty and the beast tale as this masterpiece is destined to be one of the finest films of this generation."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Dec 13, 2005
|
|
10/10
|
76%
|
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2005) |
"
one of the year's standout films"
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Dec 12, 2005
|
|
10/10
|
88%
|
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) |
"
If the magic runs out of the Potter franchise it won't be as a result of "Goblet of Fire," the most enchanting Potter film yet."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Nov 18, 2005
|
|
10/10
|
87%
|
A History of Violence (2005) |
"
Mortensen proves he can carry a film without the assistance of hobbits, dwarves and elves in "History," one of the year's most intense and engaging films."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Oct 3, 2005
|
|
10/10
|
83%
|
Rize (2005) |
"
may lookgeared for the hip-hop crowd but it's a film that everyone from 50 Cent to Grandma Lucy must see."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 24, 2005
|
|
10/10
|
85%
|
Batman Begins (2005) |
"
Batman Begins is one of those rare action films that I found myself eagerly anticipating the sequel...even before the first film had ended."
—
Gazette (MD)
Posted Jun 15, 2005
|
85%
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