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TYLER HANLEY
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Palo Alto Weekly

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My interest in film began at the age of 8, when my dad would take me and my twin brother to the movie theater regularly.
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Total Reviews: 229

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"The Wachowski Brothers' big-screen, big-budget adaptation of the popular Speed Racer anime series is like the Willy Wonka of racing movies."
Posted May 9, 2008
 
Speed Racer (2008)35%
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3.5/4
 
"Doubters with their tales of suspense about whether or not Iron Man will fly as a franchise can finally calm down -- and Batman and Spider-Man fans can start to get edgy about sharing the cinematic spotlight."
Posted May 2, 2008
 
Iron Man (2008)93%
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3/4
 
"SNL alumni Tina Fey, Steve Martin, and current mainstay Amy Poehler, all shine in this infectious chuckler."
Posted Apr 28, 2008
 
Baby Mama (2008)60%
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2.5/4
 
"Seeing Jackie Chan and Jet Li in fist-frenzied combat feels like the kung-fu equivalent of watching Fred Astaire cut the rug with Ginger Rogers."
Posted Apr 18, 2008
 
The Forbidden Kingdom (2008)62%
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2/4
 
"Fans of Keanue Reeves and Forest Whitaker will appreciate Reeves' heavy screen time and Whitaker's performance, but both actors deserve material that doesn't leave the viewer queasy and in need of a long shower."
Posted Apr 11, 2008
 
Street Kings (2008)33%
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3/4
 
"Following three theatrical bombs, British actor Jason Statham hits pay dirt with this compelling picture about the famed 1971 Baker Street bank robbery in London."
Posted Mar 26, 2008
 
The Bank Job (2008)77%
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3/4
 
"The screenwriters capably update the 49-year-old critters for socially relevant times, give or take a little suspension of disbelief."
Posted Feb 29, 2008
 
Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007)24%
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3/4
 
"Penelope wiggles its way past a quirky premise with the help of a terrific supporting cast and underlying messages about self-esteem, independence and inner beauty."
Posted Feb 29, 2008
 
Penelope (2008)53%
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3/4
 
"Spiderwick is The Neverending Story of the new millennium -- a family-friendly fable that kids will applaud but adults may nap through."
Posted Feb 15, 2008
 
The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008)79%
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2.5/4
 
"Ghost gets a romantic-comedy redo with this strained love-triangle tale."
Posted Feb 5, 2008
 
Over Her Dead Body (2008)13%
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4/4
 
"The 3-D film isn't just a movie, it's a movie experience that makes you a part of its noble, frightening and fantasy-infused world."
Posted Nov 16, 2007
 
Beowulf (2007)70%
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3/4
 
"An arresting political expose unctuated by stellar acting and resonant messages about leadership, sacrifice and responsibility."
Posted Nov 9, 2007
 
Lions for Lambs (2007)28%
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3/4
 
"Infused with rich writing, strong performances and symbolic undertones, Darjeeling explores how people behave when living in the moment but out of the comfort zone."
Posted Oct 12, 2007
 
The Darjeeling Limited (2007)67%
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2.5/4
 
"Although the edgy humor provides plenty of side-splitting moments, Heartbreak ultimately cracks beneath a lackluster storyline."
Posted Oct 5, 2007
 
The Heartbreak Kid (2007)29%
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3/4
 
"Although Feast is sometimes depressing, a natural side effect when touching on issues such as infidelity and death, it is also uplifting and tender."
Posted Sep 28, 2007
 
Feast of Love (2007)41%
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2.5/4
 
"Despite a distracting hairdo, Nicolas Cage delivers a solid performance in this fast-paced actioner."
Posted Sep 22, 2007
 
Next (2007)30%
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2/4
 
"The term "suspending disbelief" hasn't been this apropos since Democrats watched President Bush take the oath of office."
Posted Sep 15, 2007
 
Shoot 'Em Up (2007)67%
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4/4
 
"The 11th Hour presents its argument clearly: Disregarding the planetary repercussions of human behavior, or rather misbehavior, holds tragic consequences."
Posted Aug 31, 2007
 
The 11th Hour (2007)66%
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2.5/4
 
"The latest cinematic space invaders tale is more of a commentary on modern America than a sci-fi screamer."
Posted Aug 17, 2007
 
The Invasion (2007)19%
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2/4
 
"Despite some hearty humor from Adam Sandler, co-star Kevin James and a handful of well-cast character actors, the film's contrived plot and discriminatory jabs ultimately make Chuck and Larry a tactless engagement."
Posted Jul 20, 2007
 
I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry (2007)14%
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2.5/4
 
"Although 1408 lacks the dramatic power of either Misery or The Shining, John Cusack's riveting performance rivals that of James Caan and Jack Nicholson."
Posted Jul 13, 2007
 
1408 (2007)78%
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3.5/4
 
"Harry's cinematic leap to manhood is not unlike the wizard himself -- spellbinding."
Posted Jul 13, 2007
 
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)77%
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2/4
 
"As a fan of the 1980s Saturday morning cartoon and Hasbro toys the film is based on, I was saddened to see characters I grew up with transformed into a corporate ad tool."
Posted Jul 6, 2007
 
Transformers (2007)57%
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3/4
 
"Bruce Willis is back in action to remind moviegoers that spandex-clad superheroes and swashbuckling pirates are no more heroic than a hardened cop."
Posted Jun 29, 2007
 
Live Free or Die Hard (2007)80%
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2/4
 
"The movie comes across as Sunday school meets Greenpeace meets Ace Ventura -- laughter, religion and environmentalism make strange bedfellows."
Posted Jun 22, 2007
 
Evan Almighty (2007)23%
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3/4
 
"Rise is exactly what a superhero movie should be: an entertaining, family-friendly popcorn flick with even doses of humor, heroism and heart."
Posted Jun 15, 2007
 
The Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)35%
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2/4
 
"Hollywood's latest attempt to capitalize on penguin appreciation features a forgettable plot, fountains of toilet humor and enough surfing scenarios to make a viewer seasick."
Posted Jun 8, 2007
 
Surf's Up (2007)78%
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3/4
 
"Welcome back, Costner. The hit-or-miss actor who earned an Oscar for Dances with Wolves but a Razzie for The Postman shatters expectations with his best performance in more than a decade."
Posted Jun 1, 2007
 
Mr. Brooks (2007)56%
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3.5/4
 
"The ornery ogre brought to life by Mike Myers and DreamWorks in 2001 returns to the screen for his third outing, a fast-paced fantasy rife with witty humor and colorful characters."
Posted May 18, 2007
 
Shrek the Third (2007)42%
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2/4
 
"When a deck of cards trumps plot and character development, the film is bound to fold."
Posted May 4, 2007
 
Lucky You (2007)28%
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3/4
 
"Rear Window gets a facelift for the iPod generation."
Posted Apr 13, 2007
 
Disturbia (2007)68%
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3.5/4
 
"Fans of the riveting 2003 film Shattered Glass now have a powerful bookend to emphasize the dangers of escalating deception."
Posted Apr 6, 2007
 
The Hoax (2007)85%
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2/4
 
"Although Will Ferrell does supply most of the film's intermittent laughs, the ridiculous concept and poor execution put "Blades" at the bottom of Ferrell's otherwise winning resume."
Posted Mar 30, 2007
 
Blades of Glory (2007)69%
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3/4
 
"Terrence Howard is a rare and phenomenally gifted actor with the ability to dip into a seemingly endless well of raw emotion."
Posted Mar 23, 2007
 
Pride (2007)46%
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3.5/4
 
"Zack Snyder adapts Frank Miller's sparse graphic novel about the Battle of Thermopylae with the same devoted verve that Robert Rodriguez brought to Sin City."
Posted Mar 9, 2007
 
300 (2007)60%
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1/4
 
"Like a poorly designed house of cards, 23 tumbles when it becomes apparent that the weak premise sports an even weaker plot. Tack another disaster on to Schumacher's cinematic belt."
Posted Feb 25, 2007
 
The Number 23 (2007)8%
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3/4
 
"Powerhouse performances by Chris Cooper and Laura Linney highlight this taut political thriller."
Posted Feb 16, 2007
 
Breach (2007)84%
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2/4
 
"Eddie Murphy's finest example of multi-role playing is still his first, 1988's Coming to America. Compared to that comedic gem, Norbit is little more than excess weight."
Posted Feb 9, 2007
 
Norbit (2007)9%
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2.5/4
 
"Ultimately, even a vivacious Diane Keaton can't make a familiar film feel fresh -- no matter how hard she tries."
Posted Feb 2, 2007
 
Because I Said So (2007)5%
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1/4
 
"When Justin Timberlake is the best thing about a film, you know you're in trouble."
Posted Jan 12, 2007
 
Alpha Dog (2007)55%
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2/4
 
"Director Tom Tykwer's creative style of storytelling makes Perfume a compelling view, but a depraved protagonist and distasteful plot give the film an overall foul odor."
Posted Jan 5, 2007
 
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006)56%
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3.5/4
 
"This fascinating portrait of the future is one of the best-directed films of the year."
Posted Jan 5, 2007
 
Children of Men (2006)92%
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2.5/4
 
"Despite some juvenile humor and a red-carpet vocal cast, this Web is spun with emotional resonance that sticks."
Posted Dec 15, 2006
 
Charlotte's Web (2006)78%
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3/4
 
"Bridget Jones's Diary meets L.A. Story in this feel-good romantic chuckler doused with a healthy layer of seasonal schmaltz."
Posted Dec 8, 2006
 
The Holiday (2006)47%
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2/4
 
"The pacing is so slow and the religious undertones so heavy that only Jesus himself could rise above the draining weight."
Posted Dec 1, 2006
 
The Nativity Story (2006)39%
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3/4
 
"Denzel Washington infuses this sci-fi thriller with humanity and realism, despite a plot that would befuddle even the creator of Star Trek."
Posted Nov 24, 2006
 
Deja Vu (2006)56%
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3.5/4
 
"This unflinching expose into the dark underbelly of the All-American burger is a thought-provoking cinematic meal."
Posted Nov 17, 2006
 
Fast Food Nation (2006)51%
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3/4
 
"One of the most outright enjoyable films of the year -- an imaginative and entertaining ride from the very first flush."
Posted Nov 3, 2006
 
Flushed Away (2006)74%
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1/4
 
"This futuristic faux documentary about the assassination of George W. Bush paints the president as a noble hero along the lines of Abraham Lincoln."
Posted Oct 27, 2006
 
Death of a President (2006)36%
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3/4
 
"Flags offers an interesting history lesson into the Battle of Iwo Jima and the origin of wartime America's most inspirational photograph, but the massive film lacks emotional resonance."
Posted Oct 24, 2006
 
Flags of Our Fathers (2006)74%

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