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4/4
|
92%
|
The Four Times (Le Quattro Volte) (2011) |
"
Becomes a transcendent experience that demands the viewer's attentive participation as it miraculously straddles the line between the orchestrated epiphanies of fiction and the simple, unadorned reality of documentary."
—
Seattle Times
Posted May 12, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
95%
|
Best Worst Movie (2010) |
"
In 26 years as a film reviewer, I've never seen a film that so perfectly encapsulates the obsession Pauline Kael famously classified as Movie Love."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jun 18, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
87%
|
Un Conte de Noël (A Christmas Tale) (2008) |
"
There are simply too many marvels to tally."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Nov 21, 2008
|
|
4/4
|
79%
|
Standard Operating Procedure (2008) |
"
Morris explores the reality of Abu Ghraib with a visceral intensity that straightforward reportage could never allow."
—
Seattle Times
Posted May 16, 2008
|
|
4/4
|
83%
|
Angels in the Dust (2007) |
"
It thoughtfully illuminates a seemingly unsolvable problem while proving that one person really can make a difference."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 28, 2007
|
|
4/4
|
97%
|
L'Armée des ombres (Army in the Shadows) (1969) |
"
As close to a masterpiece as any film you're likely to see this year."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 17, 2007
|
|
4/4
|
72%
|
Climates (Iklimler) (The Climate) (2006) |
"
One of the most perceptive and turbulent love stories in recent memory."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 16, 2007
|
|
4/4
|
83%
|
This Divided State (2005) |
"
No matter where you stand, This Divided State has a patriotic, galvanizing effect."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 19, 2005
|
|
4/4
|
94%
|
Los Olvidados (The Young and the Damned) (1952) |
"
Every viewing of Los Olvidados offers further proof of its perfection."
—
Seattle Times
Posted May 13, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
83%
|
Hipsters (2011) |
"
Todorovsky cleverly indicates how every generation holds bragging rights to its own unique brand of youthful defiance."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Dec 1, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
69%
|
Curling () |
"
"Curling" is, in part, a film about secrets. Maybe we know what's going on, maybe we don't. That subtly unsettling ambiguity is yet another thing that makes this beguiling film so enticingly different."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Nov 10, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
82%
|
The Elephant In The Living Room (2011) |
"
An exceptionally compassionate, fair-minded film that clearly states, beyond any rational benefit of the doubt, that raising potentially dangerous animals as pets is destructive to animals and humans alike."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Apr 28, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
97%
|
Queen Of The Sun: What are the Bees Telling Us? (2011) |
"
As it turns out, helping bees is not only spiritually rewarding and environmentally essential, but it's also a lot of fun."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Apr 20, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
100%
|
Nostalgia for the Light (2011) |
"
"I am convinced that memory has gravitational force," says Guzmán in conclusion. "Nostalgia" states his case so beautifully that even skeptical physicists will be thoroughly convinced."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 31, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
87%
|
The Last Lions (2011) |
"
No matter how you feel about real-life drama being shaped and enhanced in the editing room, this is wildlife storytelling at its formidable finest."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 10, 2011
|
|
3.5/4
|
81%
|
The Portuguese Nun (A Religiosa Portuguesa) (2009) |
"
It's a droll, tongue-in-cheek exchange in a film that's well aware of its own unconventional appeal to high-minded cinephiles."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Dec 2, 2010
|
|
3.5/4
|
100%
|
Strongman (2011) |
"
Without being intrusive, Levy chronicles these lives like a trusted family member, and Strongman allows a privileged and affectionate glimpse of a truly American dreamer."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jan 7, 2010
|
|
3.5/4
|
——
|
Arid Lands () |
"
The filmmakers encourage the viewer to think of geography on personal terms, and this no-frills passion elevates Arid Lands above so many other eco-documentaries that are rarely seen beyond classrooms."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 27, 2009
|
|
3.5/4
|
75%
|
$9.99 (2008) |
"
The stop-motion animated world of $9.99 is a marvel to behold."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jul 16, 2009
|
|
3.5/4
|
90%
|
Hunger (2009) |
"
Hunger is an upsetting, vivid film about going to the ultimate extreme in defense of one's beliefs."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Apr 9, 2009
|
|
3.5/4
|
78%
|
12 (2007) |
"
Casting himself as the considerate jury foreman, Mikhalkov turns directorial confinement into a master-class of composition, performance and especially editing, as 12 crackles along for 2- 1/2 hours that grab and hold your attention."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 26, 2009
|
|
3.5/4
|
88%
|
Back to Normandy (2008) |
"
It's a bit too convenient to credit Philibert's film with Proustian significance, but this particular remembrance has been constructed with similar profundity."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Feb 5, 2009
|
|
3.5/4
|
82%
|
XXY (2007) |
"
XXY is the first film to address intersex identity with graceful compassion, and [director] Puenzo tells Alex's story with simple, honest and forthright integrity."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 26, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
81%
|
Trumbo (2007) |
"
Although it glosses over a few relevant details, Trumbo also functions as a passionate defense of truth from a writer who embodied all of the virtues that America claims to value."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 12, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
81%
|
Obsluhoval Jsem Anglického Krále (I Served the King of England) (2008) |
"
The film's whirl of history can be a bit vague at times, but that's a forgivable fault when your senses are so delightfully overwhelmed."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 5, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
87%
|
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (Toki wo kakeru shojo) (2007) |
"
This is one of the most thoughtfully engaging anime features to reach these shores, and a perfect place to start for anyone, of any age, who's been resistant to anime (and manga) as a popular Japanese import."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 29, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
——
|
Church on Dauphine Street: One Katrina Story (2008) |
"
Thompson's well-chosen images of mind-boggling destruction lend valuable perspective to the glorious reconstruction that follows -- a tribute to the openhearted generosity of those who achieved what our government could not."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 29, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
72%
|
A Man Named Pearl (2008) |
"
On a smaller, less-cosmic scale of appreciation, Pearl's uplifting story is a welcome reminder that any pursuit of growth and nurturing will yield unexpectedly wonderful dividends."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 1, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
96%
|
Monsieur Verdoux (1947) |
"
Perfection? Arguably not; Verdoux has clunky moments and some flat casting, but with an able assist from the great comedian Martha Raye, Chaplin's latter-day greatness is readily apparent."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jul 11, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
88%
|
Haebyonui Yoin (Woman on the Beach) (2008) |
"
A richly satisfying film that compassionately probes the human heart while preserving its elusive mysteries."
—
Seattle Times
Posted May 30, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
89%
|
Helvetica (2007) |
"
Helvetica is one of those rare films in which the exploration of a specific topic leads to expanding horizons of perception."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 7, 2008
|
|
3.5/4
|
88%
|
Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) |
"
Watching this impeccably crafted melodrama, you feel grateful for a veteran filmmaker who serves a gripping story with a confident efficiency that's lean, mean and focused like a laser."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Nov 2, 2007
|
|
3.5/4
|
——
|
Autism: The Musical (2007) |
"
It's an eyes-wide-open account of tenacity and triumph for parents and children alike. Considering the dramatic rise in the number of children born with autism, it's a film that everyone should see and appreciate."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 14, 2007
|
|
3.5/4
|
97%
|
Killer of Sheep: The Charles Burnett Collection (2007) |
"
As timeless as the human condition."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 17, 2007
|
|
3.5/4
|
98%
|
Grbavica: The Land of My Dreams (Esma's Secret - Grbavica) (2007) |
"
While Grbavica concerns a legacy of hatred, it's also optimistic about Bosnia's physical and emotional reconstruction. If the film's final image doesn't move you, you'd better check your pulse."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Apr 13, 2007
|
|
3.5/4
|
100%
|
China Blue (2005) |
"
Heartbreaking yet boldly essential documentary."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jan 26, 2007
|
|
3.5/4
|
65%
|
Apocalypto (2006) |
"
Gibson has delivered an impeccably crafted action-adventure that starts fast and never lets up."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Dec 8, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
86%
|
My Country, My Country (2006) |
"
In 90 captivating minutes, Laura Poitras' extraordinary documentary My Country, My Country gives you a greater understanding of the situation in Iraq than you'd get from 100 hours of Fox News or CNN."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 29, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
80%
|
Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2006) |
"
As a sad yet joyful celebration of cultural exchange, Riding Alone plays like a small miracle, unfolding in a world as it ought to be."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 15, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
72%
|
Clean (2005) |
"
There are so many quiet, understated miracles unfolding in Clean that all you can do is watch in awe and amazement."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jun 30, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
100%
|
Samurai Rebellion (1967) |
"
The film's escalation of tension is almost unbearable, and Mifune erupts with a ferocity that's as righteous as it is ultimately tragic, for Kobayashi refuses to soften the film's devastating imbalance of power."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jun 16, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
91%
|
Te doy mis ojos (Take My Eyes) (2006) |
"
Approaching potentially unpleasant subject matter with humor, intelligence and deep compassion for its flawed yet infinitely human characters, Take My Eyes is almost certain to rank as one of the year's best films."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Apr 21, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
100%
|
The Fallen Idol (1949) |
"
Crafting plot through dynamic use of London locations and a magnificent embassy set designed by Vincent Korda, Reed and venerable cinematographer Georges Périnal set a fascinating, multilayered stage for Phil's dilemma."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Mar 24, 2006
|
|
3.5/4
|
82%
|
The Ninth Day (Der neunte Tag) (2005) |
"
It's no wonder Schlöndorff favors close-ups; with Mattes on screen, The Ninth Day gets right to its emotional core."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Nov 11, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
89%
|
A State of Mind (2005) |
"
A riveting BBC documentary that illuminates the character of that nation."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Sep 23, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
76%
|
Tropical Malady (2005) |
"
For an exquisite taste of sensory cinema, look no further."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 19, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
68%
|
Searching for the Wrong-Eyed Jesus (2005) |
"
A portrait of rural America as beautiful as it is bizarre."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Aug 12, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
88%
|
Le Vieil Homme et l'Enfant (The Two of Us) (The Old Man and the Boy) (1967) |
"
You're unaware of the film's power until the ending (well-earned and happy) hits you with an unexpected well of emotion."
—
Seattle Times
Posted Jul 15, 2005
|
|
3.5/4
|
73%
|
On the Run: Trilogy 1 (2002) |
"
Sharp, fast-paced and eminently logical."
—
Seattle Times
Posted May 7, 2004
|
|
4/5
|
100%
|
Soldaat van Oranje (Soldier of Orange) (Survival Run) (1977) |
—
DVDTalk.com
Posted May 23, 2001
|
67%
——
98%
