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5/5
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79%
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Chalk (2007) |
"
Loaded with life, energy, truth and respect."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 30, 2006
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5/5
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The Boys & Girls Guide to Getting Down (2007) |
"
Never has party life in Los Angeles been better represented and The Boys and Girls Guide to Getting Down is definitely one of the best party movies ever."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 27, 2006
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5/5
|
84%
|
This Film is Not Yet Rated (2006) |
"
Documentary filmmaker Kirby Dick is our f***ing hero!"
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 16, 2006
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5/5
|
79%
|
Summercamp! (2007) |
"
It's fun and it's honest and it will go down as one of the most entertaining movies of the year."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 16, 2006
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5/5
|
88%
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Darkon (2006) |
"
It's an epic fantasy adventure with loads of laughs, starring a bunch of people who, believe it or not, you wish you were."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 15, 2006
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5/5
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43%
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The Rules of Attraction (2002) |
"
Itâ(TM)s comedy with consequence, shenanigans rooted in an ugly reality."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 6, 2005
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5/5
|
68%
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Hard Candy (2006) |
"
Yeah, this candy is hard to handle, but at the same time it's oh so sweet."
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Film Threat
Posted Apr 2, 2005
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5/5
|
85%
|
Ong-Bak (Ong Bak: Muay Thai Warrior) (2005) |
"
You'll leave the theater bruised and battered, but you'll be happy about it."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 22, 2005
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|
5/5
|
90%
|
The Take (2004) |
"
Besides it being an emotional rollercoaster of true life events, The Take is an extremely well produced piece of work in every sense of the word."
—
Film Threat
Posted Nov 9, 2004
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5/5
|
67%
|
Anchorman - The Legend Of Ron Burgundy (2004) |
"
...we all get one of the funniest movies of the year..."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jul 11, 2004
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|
5/5
|
90%
|
Last Life in the Universe (2004) |
"
Asano Tadanobu and Sinitta Boonyasak are a total thrill to watch, so much so that you want to jump through the screen and give them a big old hug."
—
Film Threat
Posted May 8, 2004
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|
5/5
|
90%
|
Cidade de Deus (City of God) (2003) |
"
"City of God" shows us the harsh reality of a world that we Americans may never have known existed."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 12, 2004
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5/5
|
63%
|
Breakfast with Hunter (2003) |
"
Ever wish you could see what goes on behind those famed, heavily fortified walls of Owl Farm? Here's your invitation."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 2, 2003
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|
5/5
|
63%
|
Cabin Fever (2002) |
"
Gory, scary, smart and funny, this is definitely one of the best horror films I've seen in years."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 19, 2003
|
|
5/5
|
83%
|
Bukowski: Born into This (2003) |
"
Bukowski is one of my all time favorite writers and now I have an all new respect for the man thanks to John Dullaghan's phenomenal film."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 30, 2003
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|
5/5
|
——
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Fits & Starts () |
"
This is just something you're gonna have to see for yourself."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 2, 2003
|
|
5/5
|
——
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Johnny Flynton () |
"
I'm trying to think right now of another indie short that's as powerful and moving as this film is and I can't come up with one."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 2, 2003
|
|
5/5
|
96%
|
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) |
"
And as with the first film, this one also leaves you wanting hours more once those end credits begin flashing across the screen."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 16, 2002
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|
5/5
|
——
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3 Mighty Men () |
"
For some unknown reason, Spider-Man has taken up residency in Turkey and he's gone bad...real bad."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 8, 2002
|
|
5/5
|
67%
|
The Happiness of the Katakuris (2001) |
"
I swear, you'd think the Katakuris were Fraggles. Any kind of situation is prime reason for these people to burst out into a full-blown musical number..."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jun 24, 2002
|
|
5/5
|
——
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Confetti Brothers () |
"
When I saw that this was going to be a phony documentary about two brothers who are confetti manufacturers, I thought - oh cool, I get to make Rip Taylor jokes in my review."
—
Film Threat
Posted May 16, 2002
|
|
4.5/5
|
81%
|
Prince of Broadway (2010) |
"
Perhaps the shiniest indie gem I've found this year so far."
—
Film Threat
Posted Oct 18, 2008
|
|
4.5/5
|
36%
|
Igor (2008) |
"
I look forward to making it part of my regular Halloween movie viewing for many years to come."
—
Film Threat
Posted Oct 18, 2008
|
|
4.5/5
|
80%
|
Four Eyed Monsters (2005) |
"
In the realm of modern romantic movies, this one hits all the right spots and it makes it hurt so good."
—
Film Threat
Posted Nov 29, 2006
|
|
4.5/5
|
84%
|
Three...Extremes (Saam gaang yi) (2005) |
"
An arena rock type film event for lovers of Asian cinema."
—
Film Threat
Posted Apr 9, 2005
|
|
4.5/5
|
87%
|
Saving Face (2005) |
"
Thought provoking and brimming with charm... with an infectious sense of humor and outstanding performances."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 5, 2005
|
|
4.5/5
|
50%
|
Alexandra's Project (2003) |
"
It's the tension and performances that pull you through, never letting your attention stray from what's going down on-screen."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 15, 2005
|
|
4.5/5
|
——
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Alice's Misadventures in Wonderland () |
"
With marvelous special effects and glaring heart and soul, this one stands as an excellent demonstration of talent overcoming budget."
—
Film Threat
Posted Oct 19, 2004
|
|
4.5/5
|
97%
|
Double Dare (2005) |
"
A wealth of inspiration this film is."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 16, 2004
|
|
4.5/5
|
71%
|
Napoleon Dynamite (2004) |
"
Each actor perfectly compliments the Hess's original brand of humor that keep steady giggles bubbling from the audience, inspiring frequent bursts of uproarious laughter."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 18, 2004
|
|
4.5/5
|
80%
|
Purgatory House (2003) |
"
A charming, touching, clever and all-around brilliantly crafted film about teen suicide."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 30, 2003
|
|
4.5/5
|
68%
|
Zero Day (2003) |
"
Love it or hate it, Zero Day will stay with you for a very long time."
—
Film Threat
Posted Aug 19, 2003
|
|
4.5/5
|
43%
|
The Event (2003) |
"
A very important film that is as sad as it is uplifting."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 6, 2003
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
In Search of a Midnight Kiss (2008) |
"
It's a highly emotional journey and it's really stayed with me nearly 24 hours after I've seen it."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jun 5, 2008
|
|
4/5
|
43%
|
What We Do Is Secret (2007) |
"
What We Do Is Secret should be kept as anything but a secret."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 22, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
80%
|
10 MPH (2007) |
"
A very calm, quiet ride, but an intensely inspiring one. Many would benefit from checking this film out."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jun 6, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
70%
|
Ten 'til Noon (2005) |
"
Ten 'til Noon moves along a lot smoother than one would think. This could've easily been a giant mess, but aiding filmmaker Scott Storm in keeping his ship together is a talented ensemble cast who compliment the sharp, witty script."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 29, 2007
|
|
4/5
|
71%
|
Americano (2005) |
"
Beautifully shot and filled with lovable characters you could watch for hours, Americano is an amazing journey that makes one yearn for travel."
—
Film Threat
Posted Sep 6, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
75%
|
Factotum (2006) |
"
Bukowski had a bunch of none too kind things to say about Barfly upon its release in the 80s, but, with Factotum, he'd do plenty of bitching and moaning as well, but deep down, Hank would approve."
—
Film Threat
Posted Aug 19, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
——
|
Factor 8: The Arkansas Prison Blood Scandal () |
"
It's an ugly story, but it's a story that everyone should hear."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jul 10, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
74%
|
Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006) |
"
The filmmakers have quite a few clever tricks up their sleeves, bringing us a smart, refreshing an affectionate skewering of a celebrated genre."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 15, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
——
|
Jam (II) (2009) |
"
It's an exhilarating ride."
—
Film Threat
Posted Mar 14, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
In Between Days (2007) |
"
The camera lingers on the characters' minimal, but expressive actions, allowing the viewer to soak in their emotions rather than having them related to us through dialogue. In Between Days is more of an experience than your average movie."
—
Film Threat
Posted Feb 4, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
52%
|
The Foot Fist Way (2006) |
"
This is a really small film, shot in 19 days, and it's a little rough around the edges, but it's got a huge comic heart that's undeniable."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 26, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
——
|
Songbirds (2005) |
"
Audiences will be in for a unique experience featuring some of the rawest musical numbers you're bound to see for a good long while."
—
Film Threat
Posted Jan 23, 2006
|
|
4/5
|
88%
|
Mutual Appreciation (2006) |
"
Director Andrew Bujalski and his amazing cast create such a unique and addicting experience that these 110 minutes go by in no time at all and the only thing you want when it's all over is more."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 17, 2005
|
|
4/5
|
71%
|
Gay Sex in the 70s (2005) |
"
Gay Sex in the 70s is a blast."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 6, 2005
|
|
4/5
|
56%
|
Breakfast on Pluto (2005) |
"
Neil Jordan gives us another gender bending gem that plays something like Velvet Goldmine with guns and explosions."
—
Film Threat
Posted Dec 6, 2005
|
|
4/5
|
96%
|
Plagues and Pleasures on the Salton Sea (2004) |
"
[A] charming, yet sad documentary."
—
Film Threat
Posted Nov 30, 2005
|
|
4/5
|
——
|
Broken (2005) |
"
Always nice to see a little indie short show up Hollywood."
—
Film Threat
Posted Nov 18, 2005
|
68%
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