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Critics / Michael Elliott
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MICHAEL ELLIOTT

""The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist." (The Usual Suspects)"

Agrees with the Tomatometer 73% of the time.

Biography: Since 1998, Michael Elliott has been reviewing films from a unique perspective. Using a combination of spiritual insight and film appreciation, Mr. Elliott's reviews not only critique the artistic elements of a film, they also use that film as an illustration of the eternal truths which God has made known to us through His Word. Graduating from college with a theater arts degree, he has continued to follow the movie industry as this exciting art form progressed from trend to trend. In the early 1990’s, he began what was to evolve into a passion for biblical research. From his steadfast belief that the Bible, as the Will of God in written form, can and should be applied to our daily living, Movie Parables was devised. Mr. Elliott's reviews have been published or quoted by organizations or publications such as The Baptist Messenger, The Minneapolis Christian Chronicle, Crosswalk.com, Christianity Today, and The Canyon News among others. His reviews have also been accepted within the secular film community. He is a member of The Online Film Critics Society and his reviews often appear alongside secular reviewers at Rotten Tomatoes, and The Movie Review Query Engine. Mr. Elliott lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife. You may contact him by writing to the following address: Movie Parables 722 E Amelia St Orlando, FL 32803 or via e-mail:ccritic@bellsouth.net

Publications: Christian Spotlight on the Movies, Movie Parables

Total Reviews: 1351
Total QuickRatings: 21

Location: Orlando, FL

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Fresh

Fresh
96%

In the Heat of the Night (1967)

" To judge someone merely by the color of his skin is an act of ignorance, arrogance, and laziness." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
94%

In the Bedroom (2001)

" It floors us through its simple honesty, intimately showing us a set of characters who are living through a time of emotional devastation." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
2%

The In Crowd (2000)

" The script is beyond weak, the acting mediocre, and the direction near laughable." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
89%

In America (2003)

" Death stings." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
62%

Identity (2003)

" With a good cast and a psychological twist on a classic premise, Identity has the goods which will please fans of the genre." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
87%

An Ideal Husband (1999)

" In An Ideal Husband, a man's word was not only his bond, it was his most valuable possession." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Rotten
43%

Ice Castles (1979)

" It takes the forceful support of her father and her boyfriend to get her to see that she doesn't have to let her blindness stop her dreams." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
78%

Ice Age (2002)

" Bringing the expressive cartoon characters to life are some equally expressive vocal talents." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
15%

I Spy (2002)

" I Spy has the feel of a summer popcorn movie. Nothing too deep or substantial." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
9%

I Dreamed of Africa (2000)

" some breathtaking scenery with a few actors possibly standing in the foreground." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

Fresh

Rotten
34%

I Am Sam (2002)

" I Am Sam works largely because the loving relationship between Sam and his daughter Lucy is so heartwarmingly real." — Movie Parables

Posted Oct 5, 2009

N/A

Fresh
93%

The Devil and Daniel Webster (1941)

" Screen Sermon - The Devil and Daniel Webster" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Oct 2, 2009

N/A

Fresh
76%

The Contender (2000)

" Screen Sermon - The Contender" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 28, 2009

N/A

Fresh
66%

Contact (1997)

" Screen Sermon - Contact" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 27, 2009

N/A

Fresh
66%

Contact (1997)

" Screen Sermon - Contact" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 27, 2009

N/A

Rotten
40%

Cleopatra (1963)

" Screen Sermon - Cleopatra" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 26, 2009

N/A

Rotten
52%

The Notebook (2004)

" Screen Sermon - The Notebook" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 25, 2009

N/A

Rotten
55%

Clean and Sober (1988)

" Screen Sermon - Clean and Sober" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 24, 2009

N/A

Rotten
52%

City Hall (1996)

" Screen Sermon - City Hall" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 23, 2009

N/A

Fresh
60%

City of Angels (1998)

" Screen Sermon - City of Angels" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 22, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
83%

The Hurricane (1999)

" Denzel Washington gives the performance of his career as Rubin "Hurricane" Carter." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
31%

The Hunted (2003)

" The Hunted should have spent a bit more time hunting for a decent screenplay." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
95%

The Hunt for Red October (1990)

" It reminds us of the biblical story of Saul who was recognized as being a persecutor of Christ's followers." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
100%

The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1939)

" In times of trouble... in times of distress... we must remember that we have a sanctuary to which we may turn." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
41%

The Human Stain (2003)

" In this film containing so many secrets and lies, the one glaring truth which should be obvious to all is that Anthony Hopkins has been badly miscast." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Fresh
61%

Hulk (2003)

" Lee seems to be reaching for a profundity that neither the film nor its actors can support." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
43%

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

" The charismatic stars are just likable enough to overcome most of the script's flaws." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
54%

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

" In this version, Whoville has so commercialized Christmas that we'd be excused if we agreed with the Grinch that canceling the holiday might be a good idea." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
50%

How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998)

" But really, who cares?" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
88%

How Green Was My Valley (1941)

" a timeless story of love and family told with the awareness that God is tied to both." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Fresh
81%

The Hours (2002)

" individual performances alone, no matter how brilliantly executed, do not always make for a satisfying experience." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
71%

The Horse Whisperer (1998)

" Bravo to Mr. Redford and company for riding this horse all the way to the finish line." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
25%

Hope Springs (2003)

" there's no hope springing to the aid of this film." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Rotten
23%

Hope Floats (1998)

" a feel-good, family-oriented, spiritually enriched movie-going experience" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
90%

Hoosiers (1987)

" Above everything else, this film is about second chances." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
22%

Hook (1991)

" re-imagined Peter Pan tale." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
20%

Honey (2003)

" The messages at the heart of Honey are as sweet as its title." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Rotten
47%

Home Alone (1990)

" Kevin's inventiveness and zeal to protect his house from invasion is admirable" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
13%

Holy Man (1998)

" don't let the bad reviews you've read be the thing that keeps you from renting Holy Man." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
29%

Hollywood Homicide (2003)

" As it is, Hollywood Homicide is not quite DOA, but its vital signs are awfully weak." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
46%

Hollywood Ending (2002)

" Much of the dialogue is witty and the mood of the film is extremely light, almost a throwback to the comedies of a simpler age." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
100%

Holiday Inn (1942)

" Every day is a "holiday"" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
77%

Holes (2003)

" imaginative tale of friendship and redemption" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
97%

His Girl Friday (1940)

" With a political scandal brewing, an execution to stop, and an escaped murderer on the loose, he needs his best newshound pounding out the stories. Besides which... he loves her." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
95%

High Noon (1952)

" a timeless morality tale which remains as poignant today as it was when first seen in 1952." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Fresh
92%

High Fidelity (2000)

" "Do I listen to pop music because I am miserable or am I miserable because I listen to pop music?" is about as deep as Rob's introspective analysis goes." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Rotten

Rotten
31%

High Crimes (2002)

" reminds me of a car I once briefly owned: sleek and fast moving, it was really fun to drive until it got a few miles from its destination at which point it would suddenly break down and leave me by the side of the road" — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

Fresh

Rotten
46%

Hidalgo (2004)

" In addition to being an exciting adventure, Hidalgo is also about a man accepting who he is and, in doing so, finding the strength to achieve victory." — Movie Parables

Posted Sep 21, 2009

N/A

Fresh
86%

Chariots of Fire (1981)

" Screen Sermon - Chariots of Fire" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 21, 2009

N/A

Fresh
76%

Cape Fear (1991)

" Screen Sermon - Cape Fear (1991)" — Movie Parables
ESSAY

Posted Sep 20, 2009
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