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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 62% 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:: 964
Total QuickRatings:: 4

Location:: Colorado

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29%	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
33%	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
42%	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
8%	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
60%	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
45%	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
16%	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
79%	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
38%	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
79%	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
45%	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
82%	Seven Psychopaths (2012)	" Watching 'Seven Psychopaths' is like having a surrealistic nightmare you can't help enjoying. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Oct 13, 2012
37%	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
11%	Just 45 Minutes From Broadway (2012)	" If you want a fly-on-the-wall view into the private lives of theatre royalty, 'Just 45 Minutes from Broadway' is the movie for you." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Oct 3, 2012
60%	Mystery Men (1999)	" Even with its super cast, the slow-moving 'Mystery Men' falters in its attempt to spoof comic book heroes. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Sep 29, 2012
88%	Head Games (2012)	" This hard-hitting documentary issues a wake-up call for safety improvements in all sports where head injuries are common. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Sep 22, 2012
35%	Butter (2012)	" 'Butter' took me by surprise. I wasn't expecting much, but it turned out to be a movie filled with humor, heart and art. It's one of my favorites this year." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Sep 16, 2012
55%	Bachelorette (2012)	" Don't worry, 'Bridesmaids.' This latest wedding hijinks comedy ends up as a silly rip-off that tries to capitalize on your success. But you're still Number One! " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Sep 7, 2012
50%	The Tall Man (2012)	" Leaving behind any trace of her eye-candy image, Jessica Biel delivers the performance of her career in 'The Tall Man.'" — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Sep 2, 2012
60%	Breathless (2012)	" I recommend 'Breathless' for non-squeamish thriller fans, but the amount of blood and gore on display may be way beyond what even those brave viewers can imagine. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Aug 25, 2012
65%	2 Days in New York (2012)	" A talky 'culture-clash' comedy that's more annoying than funny. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Aug 19, 2012
65%	The Campaign (2012)	" Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis commit funny political mayhem in this outrageous comedy. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Aug 11, 2012
80%	The Big Lebowski (1998)	" Enormously entertaining!" — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Aug 4, 2012
21%	360 (2012)	" Some fine performances here, but the film seems too jumbled and pointless. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jul 28, 2012
25%	The Out-Of-Towners (1999)	" John Cleese upstages everyone as an arrogant New York hotel manager. His zany dancing in women's clothes brings back memories of those Monty Python silly walks sketches. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jul 14, 2012
29%	The Magic of Belle Isle (2012)	" 'The Magic of Belle Isle' may not be magical, but many Morgan Freeman fans will probably enjoy his droll, loquacious performance in this uneven offering. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jul 5, 2012
78%	Take This Waltz (2012)	" Michelle Williams appears to put her heart and soul into her portrayal of a restless wife who falls for a handsome neighbor and feels tremendous guilt about it. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 29, 2012
78%	Brave (2012)	" Princess Merida comes across as quite fascinating to watch. It would be fun to see a sequel about how she matures as a leader. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 23, 2012
29%	Bel Ami (2012)	" A promising cast fails to save this period downer." — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 21, 2012
——	Mary Pickford: The Muse of the Movies (2008)	" A treasure chest of information about the early days of filmmaking and the contributions of 'America's Sweetheart' to the history of cinema. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 16, 2012
83%	A Necessary Death (2012)	" 'A Necessary Death' treats the topic of sucide in a disturbing yet creative way. This is a shocking, emotionally powerful film. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 10, 2012
——	Time In The Minors ()	" A must-see documentary for anyone interested in becoming a Major League baseball player. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted Jun 2, 2012
38%	Dark Shadows (2012)	" I'm still in a state of shock over being bored while watching a Johnny Depp flick. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted May 27, 2012
47%	Cellmates (2012)	" A clever comedy filled with satirical humor and perceptive social commentary. " — ReelTalk Movie Reviews Posted May 20, 2012

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