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Kevin Lally

Agrees with the Tomatometer 78% of the time.

Publications:: Film Journal International , Hollywood Reporter

Total Reviews:: 268

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93%	Headhunters (2012)	" Darkly comic thriller from Norway in which a corporate headhunter who moonlights as an art thief gets a terrifying comeuppance." — Film Journal International Posted Apr 26, 2012
43%	American Reunion (2012)	" A generally morose comedy that recruits the original cast but fails to capture the cheeky high spirits of their 1999 debut." — Film Journal International Posted Apr 6, 2012
44%	Casa de mi padre (2012)	" If the idea of Will Ferrell speaking Spanish seems like enough to sustain an entire feature, this eccentric but flat comedy is for you." — Film Journal International Posted Mar 14, 2012
67%	Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012)	" Emily Blunt and Ewan McGregor make an appealing duo in this offbeat romantic comedy which unfortunately changes midstream into something darker and far less engaging." — Film Journal International Posted Mar 7, 2012
74%	Big Miracle (2012)	" Fictional treatment of the 1988 effort to rescue three whales trapped under Alaskan ice features a wide-ranging cast of characters and offers solid family entertainment." — Film Journal International Posted Feb 1, 2012
77%	War Horse (2011)	" Impeccably crafted, epic tale of a boy and his horse, and the terrible war that separates them. Animal lovers and younger viewers should be entranced." — Film Journal International Posted Dec 21, 2011
80%	Young Adult (2011)	" Charlize Theron proves her comic chops as a narcissistic writer out to break up her old boyfriend's marriage in this entertaining new collaboration between Juno writer Diablo Cody and director Jason Reitman." — Film Journal International Posted Dec 8, 2011
98%	The Artist (2011)	" This immensely entertaining black-and-white silent feature from France is one of the best and most original films of the year." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 23, 2011
94%	Hugo (2011)	" Visually dazzling fantasy is both a 3D landmark and a warm personal tribute by Martin Scorsese to early movie pioneer Georges M�li�s." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 22, 2011
89%	The Descendants (2011)	" A family tragedy brings a high-powered lawyer closer to his two young daughters in this affecting and often funny comedy-drama featuring a deft star performance by George Clooney." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 14, 2011
44%	J. Edgar (2011)	" Leonardo DiCaprio's committed performance is the main reason to see this wordy, speculative account of the life of imperious, obsessive FBI director J. Edgar Hoover." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 8, 2011
92%	Take Shelter (2011)	" Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain give compelling performances in this eerie drama about an Ohio father beset by premonitions of doom." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 27, 2011
68%	Our Idiot Brother (2011)	" Paul Rudd and a strong ensemble enliven this comic tale of a homeless hippie who disrupts the more conventional lives of his three New York City sisters." — Film Journal International Posted Aug 25, 2011
78%	Crazy, Stupid, Love. (2011)	" Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and Julianne Moore all shine in this multi-generational comedy full of romantic complications. " — Film Journal International Posted Jul 28, 2011
52%	The Devil's Double (2011)	" Dominic Cooper is sensational as the psychotic Uday Hussein and his reluctant double in this factually murky but riveting tale of a power-crazed Iraq regime." — Film Journal International Posted Jul 26, 2011
95%	The Guard (2011)	" John Michael McDonagh's droll debut feature makes an ideal vehicle for Brendan Gleeson as an eccentric cop battling drug dealers in the west of Ireland." — Film Journal International Posted Jul 26, 2011
71%	Friends With Benefits (2011)	" Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis make an attractive couple, but that's the best that can be said for this rom-com that's just as superficial as the clich�s it ridicules." — Film Journal International Posted Jul 21, 2011
35%	Larry Crowne (2011)	" "Uneven, conventional comedy about a suddenly unemployed store manager who turns his life around will find its strongest support from diehard fans of Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts."" — Film Journal International Posted Jun 30, 2011
38%	Cars 2 (2011)	" Globe-spanning sequel to Pixar's 2006 automative adventure is a visual treat, but has less to offer mature viewers than the studio's recent top-of-the-line models." — Film Journal International Posted Jun 24, 2011
35%	The Hangover Part II (2011)	" Less a sequel than a remake, The Hangover Part II brings the wedding smashers to Bangkok with more outrageousness but diminishing returns. Still, initial grosses will be explosive." — Film Journal International Posted May 25, 2011
90%	Bridesmaids (2011)	" "Saturday Night Live" cast member Kristen Wiig makes a successful bid for big-screen stardom in this bawdy, hilarious comedy about the downward spiral of an insecure maid of honor." — Film Journal International Posted May 10, 2011
26%	Arthur (2011)	" Russell Brand fails to capture the appeal of Dudley Moore's mischievous drunken billionaire in this unnecessary remake of the 1981 comedy classic." — Film Journal International Posted Apr 7, 2011
94%	Win Win (2011)	" Low-key but disarming comedy-drama stars Paul Giamatti as a beleaguered small-town lawyer and wrestling coach." — Film Journal International Posted Mar 18, 2011
95%	The King's Speech (2010)	" Altogether satisfying, compelling true story of King George VI's speech impediment and the unconventional therapist who treated him. Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush give two of 2010's outstanding performances." — Film Journal International Posted Dec 1, 2010
39%	Due Date (2010)	" Disappointing follow-up to Todd Phillips' blockbuster comedy The Hangover is an often unpleasant road trip with Robert Downey, Jr. and Zach Galifianakis." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 3, 2010
93%	127 Hours (2010)	" Gripping and surprisingly lively account of rock-climber Aron Ralston's ordeal while trapped in a Utah canyon. James Franco excels in this virtual one-man show." — Film Journal International Posted Oct 25, 2010
68%	Conviction (2010)	" The movie itself is less remarkable than the story behind it, but it benefits from Tony Goldwyn's low-key direction and a very solid supporting cast." — Film Journal International Posted Oct 14, 2010
58%	It's Kind of a Funny Story (2010)	" A depressed teenage boy checks himself into a psych ward in this modest but good-hearted comedy." — Film Journal International Posted Oct 1, 2010
44%	You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger (2010)	" A lively and funny ensemble comedy with yet another intriguing mix of stars and lesser-known talents playing deeply flawed human beings in search of love and fulfillment." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 22, 2010
94%	The Town (2010)	" Well-acted, atmospheric crime drama is a solid sophomore directing effort from Ben Affleck." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 17, 2010
81%	Catfish (2010)	" A Facebook connection evolves into a surprising real-life movie mystery in this highly original documentary by a team of New York videographers." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 8, 2010
55%	Mao's Last Dancer (2010)	" Conventionally made but involving true story of what happens when a sheltered Chinese ballet student gets his first exposure to the West." — Film Journal International Posted Aug 19, 2010
74%	Soul Kitchen (2010)	" Disarming tale of the wild struggles of a Hamburg restaurant owner is a buoyant change of pace from director Fatih Akin." — Film Journal International Posted Aug 11, 2010
62%	Salt (2010)	" Angelina Jolie again proves her action bona fides in this fast-paced but ultimately silly thriller about Russian sleeper agents targeting America." — Film Journal International Posted Jul 21, 2010
93%	The Kids Are All Right (2010)	" Annette Bening, Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo give award-caliber performances in this funny and poignant comedy about a lesbian couple whose teenage children seek out their biological father." — Film Journal International Posted Jul 6, 2010
78%	The Agony and the Ecstasy of Phil Spector (2010)	" What makes Ecstasy essential viewing for any pop-music fan and any student of celebrity pathology is the interview itself." — Hollywood Reporter Posted Jun 30, 2010
53%	Knight & Day (2010)	" Slick and energetic action-comedy showcase for Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz has nothing on its mind but pure escapism." — Film Journal International Posted Jun 23, 2010
99%	Toy Story 3 (2010)	" Enormously entertaining third chapter in the computer-animated series that started it all. Delighted audiences will ensure a long shelf life for Pixar's iconic toy collection." — Film Journal International Posted Jun 18, 2010
81%	Solitary Man (2010)	" Sparkling showcase for Michael Douglas as a disgraced businessman attempting a comeback but brought down by his libido. A strong supporting cast and a witty script almost compensate for a facile finale." — Film Journal International Posted May 24, 2010
96%	Exit Through The Gift Shop (2010)	" The mysterious Banksy makes his film debut with this provocative and entertaining look at the world of street artists and one very eccentric disciple." — Film Journal International Posted Apr 15, 2010
69%	Shutter Island (2010)	" Frantic psychological thriller is beautifully crafted but suffers from a surfeit of plot ingredients." — Film Journal International Posted Feb 18, 2010
32%	The Lovely Bones (2009)	" Peter Jackson's elaborate visualization of the Alice Sebold best-seller fails to capture the poignant power of the original." — Film Journal International Posted Dec 10, 2009
46%	Everybody's Fine (2009)	" Low-key family drama showcases a different side of star Robert De Niro." — Film Journal International Posted Dec 2, 2009
84%	The Princess and the Frog (2009)	" Disney's return to 2D animation, starring its first African-American lead, offers a flavorful gumbo of entertainment for holiday family audiences." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 30, 2009
53%	Disney's A Christmas Carol (2009)	" Robert Zemeckis turns the classic Dickens tale into a 3D performance-capture spectacle, abetted by the versatility of Jim Carrey as skinflint Scrooge and his ghostly visitors." — Film Journal International Posted Nov 6, 2009
79%	The Horse Boy (2009)	" The strength of the doc is that is does not propagandize with a heavy hand." — Hollywood Reporter Posted Oct 1, 2009
79%	The Horse Boy (2009)	" Provocative and moving documentary focuses on parents of an autistic boy who take a radical course of action." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 25, 2009
82%	Paranormal Activity (2009)	" The banality of the couple's day-to-day existence when they're not hearing unwelcome guests enhances the sense of realism, but it can be awfully trying for viewers who just want to get to the good stuff already." — Hollywood Reporter Posted Sep 24, 2009
78%	The Informant! (2009)	" Matt Damon's amusing performance in this wild true story of an unstable corporate whistleblower is compromised by Steven Soderbergh's heavy-handed direction." — Film Journal International Posted Sep 17, 2009

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