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David Kaplan

Agrees with the Tomatometer 74% of the time.

Publications:: Kaplan vs. Kaplan
Critics' Group:: Chicago Film Critics Association

Total Reviews:: 555
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77%	Iron Man 3 (2013)	" "Iron Man 3" is rollicking, frenetic and whimsical, mostly because Downey, Jr. is given many comic lines to recite. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted May 3, 2013
8%	The Big Wedding (2013)	" Outside of a chuckle here and there, I didn't laugh. Neither will you." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 26, 2013
98%	Mud (2013)	" "Mud" is a terrific American film that is destined to be a classic. McConaughey is selecting superior roles as he matures into one of our finest actors. Now that's something no critic would have written 10 years ago. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 26, 2013
46%	Pain & Gain (2013)	" It's violent, gory, sexist, homophobic and politically incorrect --- and also very, very funny. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 26, 2013
76%	No Place On Earth (2013)	" The final piece of the documentary may be the most startling of all. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 21, 2013
42%	To The Wonder (2013)	" Malick's films are more self-indulgent than other filmmakers. He is enamored with his own camera work, and whether or not his subject matter is germane to the story is largely up to the viewer." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 19, 2013
56%	Oblivion (2013)	" For an IMAX movie with all the technical advances at its disposal, this movie was annoyingly dull. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 19, 2013
54%	The Company You Keep (2013)	" It feels like we're watching a bunch of aged hippies who once had the common thread of a life-changing obsession. But now they're just surviving in the work-a-day world they once eschewed." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 12, 2013
68%	Trance (2013)	" "Trance" is deliciously psychological, constantly blurring the line between fantasy and reality. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 12, 2013
81%	The Place Beyond The Pines (2013)	" Other than a somewhat vanilla ending, and a question or two that goes unanswered, "The Place Beyond the Pines" grabs hold and never lets up. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 10, 2013
45%	On the Road (2012)	" Not a film for the masses....the story is laced with sex, drugs and nudity, but it is a capable character study of a group of young friends who could be part of any generation. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Apr 6, 2013
28%	G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013)	" If you're a fan of Xbox, or whatever they call those violent video games these days, chances are this film is for you. Otherwise, look for something that actually challenges your brain cells." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Mar 29, 2013
79%	Ginger & Rosa (2013)	" A taut film about intertwined lives that could happen just about anywhere." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Mar 22, 2013
69%	The Croods (2013)	" "The Croods" is acceptable entertainment for any age group." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Mar 22, 2013
38%	The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013)	" David Copperfield actually makes a cameo appearance. His best act in years is to disappear from this film after a few seconds." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Mar 15, 2013
60%	Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)	" A production this lavish, on the mega-sized Imax screen, should not induce yawns and droopy eyelids." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Mar 9, 2013
52%	Jack the Giant Slayer (2013)	" If "Jack the Giant Slayer" isn't in line for technical wizardry awards in 2014, it would be a bigger injustice than trading a horse for a handful of beans." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 28, 2013
67%	Stoker (2013)	" There is surprisingly little tension for what amounts to a murder mystery, but the performances make up for it. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 28, 2013
70%	Bless Me, Ultima (2013)	" "Bless Me, Ultima" is a beautifully photographed film, but it has a lot of problems...sketchy character development, but the bigger issue is the film's disjointed flow." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 24, 2013
13%	Safe Haven (2013)	" "Safe Haven" has a good directorship pedigree in Lasse Hallstrom. But you can only do so much with a Nicholas Sparks-based premise. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 14, 2013
15%	A Good Day To Die Hard (2013)	" Discredit goes to writer Skip Woods, whose first name suggests what you can do with this garbage." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 14, 2013
37%	Stand Up Guys (2013)	" It's Walken's deadpan style vs. Pacino's bombastic, loud, often obnoxious behavior, but it works for me. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 1, 2013
80%	Warm Bodies (2013)	" This film is funny, exciting and fresh, and the strength of its two lead actors is substantial." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Feb 1, 2013
40%	Parker (2013)	" The opening credits are a major clue that this early-in-the-year release was going to be decent." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Jan 26, 2013
30%	Broken City (2013)	" For nearly two hours, "Broken City" keeps us guessing as to the outcome, and for a mid-winter escape, there's nothing wrong with that." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Jan 18, 2013
93%	Zero Dark Thirty (2013)	" In a strong field of Best Picture nominees, "Zero Dark Thirty" has a decent chance to emerge the winner." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Jan 11, 2013
88%	Django Unchained (2012)	" If a little bit --- okay, buckets --- of spilled fake blood are not odious to you, this is a hugely entertaining movie." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Dec 29, 2012
70%	Les Misérables (2012)	" A brilliant adaptation of the long-running stage musical, it raises the goose bumps like no other theatrical presentation of its kind, film or stage. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Dec 28, 2012
38%	The Guilt Trip (2012)	" Writer Dan Fogelman and director Anne Fletcher try mightily to make this a memorable family film with just enough edge to make it slightly off-color. It almost works." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Dec 19, 2012
66%	The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)	" Whatever you think of Sir Peter Jackson --- he was knighted in 2010 for "his service to films" --- you have to admire his ambition." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Dec 15, 2012
76%	Killing Them Softly (2012)	" It's not easy recommending a film of this nature. But it would be a disservice to the genre not to." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Dec 1, 2012
74%	Rise of the Guardians (2012)	" My only complaint is the filmmakers seem to condone snowball fights that make it okay to smack your target in the face. It's a form of cartoon violence that is meant to be humorous, but instead is cringe-inducing." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 21, 2012
88%	Life of Pi (2012)	" Lee's adventure is marvelous to behold." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 21, 2012
92%	Silver Linings Playbook (2012)	" Russell's deft writing, and the ensemble cast, keep it light and entertaining. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 19, 2012
64%	Anna Karenina (2012)	" Fans of Wright's "Pride & Prejudice" may not be quite as enthralled with this production, but there is no denying: "Anna Karenina" is a lavish and satisfying spectacle. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 16, 2012
89%	Lincoln (2012)	" Spielberg orchestrates the divided Congress in a manner befitting the greatest social stigma in America's history. From that standpoint, "Lincoln" hits on all cylinders. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 9, 2012
92%	Skyfall (2012)	" While it is a typically ambitious James Bond venture, the movie is far too long. Ninety-five minutes would have been fine. But for my money, there isn't anything else Bond can do to thrill movie audiences. It is time to retire." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 9, 2012
79%	Flight (2012)	" "Flight" is Denzel's show all the way. And come next February, don't bet against him winning something else --- an Academy Award. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 6, 2012
86%	Wreck-it Ralph (2012)	" The biggest disappointment of all is that John Lasseter is executive producer. Unfortunately, "Ralph" can't hold a candle to his prior creations. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Nov 2, 2012
94%	The Sessions (2012)	" "The Sessions" is a film that reminds us of the fragility of life, and how human beings are capable of a deep emotional bond when it is least expected. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 30, 2012
68%	Cloud Atlas (2012)	" "Cloud Atlas" is much easier to watch than it is to describe. It really is an extraordinary cinematic achievement. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 26, 2012
82%	Seven Psychopaths (2012)	" Martin McDonagh does not let up on the shock/awe value. Nor does he back away from the humor, dark or otherwise. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 13, 2012
63%	Sinister (2012)	" This film misses a chance to have a decent payoff, by possibly criminalizing a character we least suspect. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 12, 2012
96%	Argo (2012)	" There is not a wasted moment of action or dialogue in this film. "Argo" should rightfully be on Oscar's short list of Best Movies for 2012." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 12, 2012
39%	Here Comes the Boom (2012)	" Despite the picture's utter predictability, it is James' sweet performance that makes this a winner. Hard to believe, but true!" — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 10, 2012
87%	Frankenweenie (2012)	" One of Burton's trademarks is the often bizarre rendering of his animated subjects, and he doesn't disappoint here." — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 5, 2012
21%	Taken 2 (2012)	" The only thing taken in this dreadful sequel is the audience. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Oct 5, 2012
93%	Looper (2012)	" "Looper" is frenetic, loud, creative, entertaining and, of course, unbelievable. " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Sep 29, 2012
43%	Hotel Transylvania (2012)	" The animation by Sony Pictures Animation is not particularly dazzling, even in 3-D, and with Adam Sandler heavily involved, you know there will be the requisite bathroom humor " — Kaplan vs. Kaplan Posted Sep 28, 2012

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