Critics » Betty Jo Tucker
Betty Jo Tucker

Betty Jo Tucker

""If we bring a little joy into yer humdrum lives, it makes us feel as though all our hard work ain't been in vain fer nothin'." --- Jean Hagen, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN"

Agrees with the Tomatometer 61% of the time.

Biography:
"All I know is what I see in the movies," Betty Jo insists. She's the editor/lead film critic for ReelTalk Movie Reviews and writes film commentary for the C0LORADO SENIOR BEACON. She is a member of the Online Film Critics Society and helped found the San Diego Film Critics Society. CONFESSIONS OF A MOVIE ADDICT, Betty Jo's humorous life-at-the-movies memoir, is available now at amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and borders.com. Her latest book, SUSAN SARANDON: A TRUE MAVERICK, which received Honorable Mention at the 2007 New York Book Festival, can also be ordered online from amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com. Betty Jo recently began hosting "Movie Addict Headquarters" on BlogTalkRadio.
Favorites:
SINGIN'IN THE RAIN VERTIGO FARGO WAITING FOR GUFFMAN MOULIN ROUGE KOLYA WIZARD OF OZ SHALL WE DANCE? TORTILLA SOUP BLAZING SADDLES THE MYSTIC MASSEUR DON JUAN DEMARCO WITNESS NOT ONE LESS NIGHT OF THE HUNTER LITTLE VOICE GILDA BREAKDOWN HORSEMAN ON THE ROOF MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE
Publications:
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Critics' Group:
Online Film Critics Society, San Diego Film Critics Society
Total Reviews:
950
Total QuickRatings:
4
Location:
Colorado

Listing Of All Reviews & Articles

Showing 1 - 50 of 950
Previous | Next
Rating T-Meter Title | Year Add Date
—— Lion Ark () " This incredible documentary about rescuing 25 abused African lions and transporting them from Bolivia to Colorado is the feel-good movie of the year for me! " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Sep 29, 2013
14% The Colony (2013) " This sci-fi thriller makes us almost feel the frosty cold in our bones, thanks to cinematographer Pierce Gill's magic touch." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Sep 29, 2013
60% Mr. Nobody (2013) " 'Mr. Nobody' jumps around in a rather haphazard way, so it seems too chaotic most of the time. It's creative, but quite perplexing. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Sep 29, 2013
81% Prisoners (2013) " Although the ending of 'Prisoners' may leave some viewers cold, I think it's a clever way to make us keep talking about this thriller for a long time to come. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Sep 21, 2013
34% Touchy Feely (2013) " The chemistry between Josh Pais and Allison Janney is something wonderful to behold in each of their scenes together here. Too bad they had so few of them. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Sep 8, 2013
34% Passion (2013) " Although both lead actresses deserve praise for their stunning performances in 'Passion,' the film itself doesn't do them justice." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Aug 31, 2013
57% The Frozen Ground (2013) " A chilling thriller with first-rate performances by John Cusack, Nicolas Cage and Vanessa Hudgens. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Aug 29, 2013
80% Drinking Buddies (2013) " The characters may seem real, yet they're not very interesting. And worst of all, the beer flows but the movie doesn't. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Aug 22, 2013
51% Blood (2013) " Paul Bettany turns in a stellar performance as a modern day Raskolnikov in this gritty psychological drama about the downfall of a British police family." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Aug 11, 2013
68% Elysium (2013) " 'Elysium' goes overboard with loud, jerky, repetitive action sequences. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Aug 10, 2013
69% The Wolverine (2013) " This Wolverine outing includes one of the most exciting sequences of the year -- a villain and Wolverine fighting on top of Japan's high-speed bullet train. How cool is that!" — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jul 27, 2013
94% The Truman Show (1998) " By trying too hard to be profound about the evils of television, this implausible sci-fi morality tale stretches this theme beyond the breaking point." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jul 26, 2013
59% Living Out Loud (1998) " 'Living Out Loud' presents the delightful surprise of Danny DeVito as a romantic lead. And he also sings! " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jul 12, 2013
31% The Lone Ranger (2013) " Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer project a humorous chemistry with each other while portraying Tonto and the Lone Ranger. But Silver runs away with this rollicking Western action comedy. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jul 6, 2013
36% The Hot Flashes (2013) " With its suspenseful plot and a dream cast starring five fascinating actresses (plus Eric Roberts in a deliciously unsympathetic role), this unusual comedy is irresistible. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jun 30, 2013
30% Crazy in Alabama (1999) " With its sluggish pace and awkward continuity, 'Crazy in Alabama' emerged as one of the most disappointing films released in 1999." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jun 22, 2013
25% The Guillotines (2013) " Although a bit too gory for me and difficult to follow at times, the film also boasts some gorgeous visuals as well as intriguing characters played by Ethan Juan and Xiaoming Huang. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jun 14, 2013
13% Hello Herman (2012) " A timely and important movie...I've enjoyed Norman Reedus' excellent work in TV's THE WALKING DEAD, but I think he's even better here." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jun 7, 2013
81% Shadow Dancer (2013) " So many situations and plot points seem too sketchy here, but the two main characters manage to intrigue us, thanks to Andrea Riseborough and Clive Owen. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jun 1, 2013
80% Picture Day (2013) " This unusual coming-of-age comedy boasts excellent character development and involving performances. It's a promising feature movie debut for filmmaker Kate Melville. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted May 24, 2013
44% The English Teacher (2013) " Julianne Moore excels in this amusing comedy about a flawed heroine who loses all sense of perspective but deserves a happy ending anyway. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted May 19, 2013
27% Erased (2013) " 'Erased' has excellent thriller potential -- but those dysfunctional father/daughter interactions interfere with what I expect from this genre. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted May 5, 2013
29% The Numbers Station (2013) " John Cusack's usual clipped way of talking serves him well in the role of a disillusioned black ops agent. He's also convincing in the film's gunplay sequences and in his guarded interaction with others. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Apr 27, 2013
44% To The Wonder (2013) " Gorgeous cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki almost makes 'To the Wonder' worth seeing. Unfortunately, director/writer Terrence Malick fails to flesh out this drama with a plot we can follow." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Apr 19, 2013
86% The Parent Trap (1998) " Romance, comedy, adventure and charm come through loud and clear in this highly entertaining remake. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Apr 13, 2013
7% Tomorrow You're Gone (2013) " Despite its great cast, this murky thriller disappoints because of a lack of cohesiveness and less than stellar production values. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Apr 5, 2013
56% Hunky Dory (2013) " Although not perfect, 'Hunky Dory' offers much to admire. For example, the film's glorious finale almost took my breath away. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Mar 22, 2013
59% Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) " Imagine my surprise at feeling some of the same thrills while watching this 3D prequel as I do every time I see 'The Wizard of Oz,' one of filmdom's masterpieces. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Mar 9, 2013
13% Day of the Falcon (2013) " This ambitious desert epic may be a bit slow and confusing at the beginning, but I found the exciting second half of the movie worth waiting for. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Mar 1, 2013
46% Beautiful Creatures (2013) " Interesting settings and costumes plus plus weird ghostly stuff can't save this fantasy romance. Still, Alden Ehrenreich and Alice Englert seem sincere and committed to their co-starring roles here. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Feb 22, 2013
46% Runaway Bride (1999) " The predictability of this romantic comedy co-starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in no way detracts from its humorous charm. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Feb 17, 2013
15% A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III (2013) " 'A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III' is billed as a comedy, but I think that must be a mistake. I kept waiting for the laughs to come - and no luck." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Feb 8, 2013
67% The Wedding Singer (1998) " The chemistry between Sandler and Barrymore is something special to see here, and I think 'The Wedding Singer' ends up being Sandler's best movie. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jan 27, 2013
80% Quartet (2013) " At a time when big screens reek with violence, explosions, and torture, it's refreshing to see 'Quartet' deliver a message about the value of friends, music and love -- at any age. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jan 19, 2013
93% Zero Dark Thirty (2013) " After the lengthy torture scenes, procedural repetition takes over until the murkily-filmed Seal Team 6 raid. But Jessica Chastain is quite convincing as a CIA operative dedicated to her job. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jan 14, 2013
8% A Dark Truth (2013) " This eco-thriller's message is an important one, but there are too many slow-moving scenes and too much screen time with characters just staring at each other. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Jan 4, 2013
88% Django Unchained (2012) " The first half of 'Django Unchained' boasts some of the most entertaining filmmaking of 2012 -- or perhaps of any year. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Dec 28, 2012
71% Passion in the Desert (1997) " An impressive feature film debut for filmmaker Lavinia Currier. With the exception of one scene that crosses the line, her work here shows intelligence, sensitivity, artistry, and courage. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Dec 15, 2012
37% Hyde Park on Hudson (2012) " Pretty soapy -- and not even a very exciting soap opera. But perhaps a less-than-stellar Masterpiece Theatre production would be a better comparison. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Dec 10, 2012
—— Things I Don't Understand () " 'Things I Don't Understand' comes across as a creative, thoughtful offering about the important things in life as well as what comes after." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Dec 9, 2012
81% The Impossible (2012) " No film this year has moved me as much as 'The Impossible.' Everything about this powerful movie comes together to make it one of the best and most touching viewing experiences of 2012." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Nov 30, 2012
64% Anna Karenina (2012) " Despite its creativity and originality, this 'Anna Karenina' fails to pack the emotional wallop of previous film adaptations starring Greta Garbo and Vivien Leigh. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Nov 24, 2012
89% A Royal Affair (2012) " A fascinating and impressive historical drama with first-rate performances and splendid production values. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Nov 17, 2012
78% The Deep Blue Sea (2012) " Rachel Weisz performs a superb star turn here, but I'm still in a deep funk after watching this gloomy drama." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Nov 10, 2012
—— Rice Field Of Dreams () " A unique and inspirational baseball documentary. It helps viewers understand that sometimes winning is not the most important thing - even in baseball. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Nov 2, 2012
47% The Details (2012) " Imagine the marital turbulence depicted in 'Revolutionary Road' multiplied by ten and treated as a dark comedy. That gives you some idea of what you're in for with this disturbingly funny film." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Oct 27, 2012
33% Musical Chairs (2012) " Having been a dancer for a good part of my life, I found 'Musical Chairs' quite inspiring. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Oct 21, 2012
83% Seven Psychopaths (2012) " Watching 'Seven Psychopaths' is like having a surrealistic nightmare you can't help enjoying. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Oct 13, 2012
38% Nobody Walks (2012) " 'Nobody Walks' is like Martine's experimental film. There's sound and movement -- but no soul shining through. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Posted Oct 13, 2012
Showing 1 - 50 of 950
Previous | Next
  • Sort by Rating:

    Sort results by this critic's rating. This option is only available for critics with a rating system (4 star, letter grade, 1-10, etc.)

  • Sort by T-meter:

    Sort results by the Tomatometer (percentage of critics recommending a certain movie)

Best to Worst Sampling

Best Reviewed

More...

Worst Reviewed

More...

Fresh Links

Halloween Movies For Wimps
Halloween Movies For Wimps External Link
 Scary movies too scary for you? Here are some alternatives for October 31st.
10 Best Superhero TV Shows
10 Best Superhero TV Shows External Link
 HitFix combs through TV history to compile a superpowered list.
Ridiculous Movie Mistakes
Ridiculous Movie Mistakes External Link
 RollingStone proves even the best movies miss a details here and there.
Deadly Movie Kids
Deadly Movie Kids External Link
 Moviefone lists 11 Movie Kids Who Could Kick Our Asses.
50 States, 50 Movies
50 States, 50 Movies External Link
 For July 4th, TimeOut has compiled 50 state-specific movie choices.
Follow RT on Twitter!
Follow RT on Twitter! External Link
 Spice up your feed with hourly Tomatometer updates!
Help | About | Jobs | Critics Submission | Press | API | Licensing | Mobile
Copyright © Flixster, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright Policy | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Ad Choices