Diana Saenger

Diana Saenger

Agrees with the Tomatometer 68% of the time.

Biography:
I operate my own syndicate, Saenger Syndicate and online site www.reviewexpress.com and I am the classic film guide at About.com, plus I write for five newspapers - love movies!
Favorites:
"Shawshank Redemption" "Pretty Woman"
Publications:
About.com , Classic Movie Guide , ReelTalk Movie Reviews , ReviewExpress.com
Critics' Group:
San Diego Film Critics Society
Total Reviews:
431

Best Reviewed Films

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Rating T-Meter Title | Year Add Date
5/5 81% The Impossible (2012) " Profound & Touching" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 17, 2013
5/5 96% Argo (2012) " A not to miss film" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 1, 2012
5/5 94% Hugo (2011) " Exquisite - Definitely Oscar Worthy" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 26, 2011
5/5 96% True Grit (2010) " Brilliantly Done!" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 23, 2010
5/5 90% The Fighter (2010) " A seamless story where every moment in the ring, in romantic scenes, and in the depiction of family struggles feels real." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 21, 2010
5/5 96% The Social Network (2010) " Multifaceted and Brilliant " — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Oct 1, 2010
5/5 83% Avatar (2009) " A Well-Deserved 5 Stars - you can't stop thinking about it." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 17, 2009
5/5 96% Sling Blade (1996) " An exceptional film with superb acting and great direction made even more enjoyable with this Blu-Ray release." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Aug 9, 2009
5/5 61% The Reader (2008) " Moviegoers become enthusiastic voyeurs not only of an engaging love affair but how truth and reconciliation can finally exist in the same place." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 27, 2008
5/5 91% There Will Be Blood (2007) " For Plainview, his veins might as well have been filled with crude oil, for he never got the taste out of his mouth. In more ways than one, for him, that toxic dream became all too vivid." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 11, 2008
5/5 —— Complete Matrix Trilogy (2007) " The masters behind the scenes of Complete Matrix Trilogy deserve an Academy Award%u2013maybe it's time to submit some new categories%u2013as each of these discs offer groundbreaking visual experiences." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted May 20, 2007
5/5 96% Pan's Labyrinth (2006) " Ofelia's ordeal to remain a normal child even after she enters an entire world of abnormal fantasy takes viewers on a delightful and emotional road experienced in few films." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted May 1, 2007
5/5 97% Casablanca (1943) " Since it screened at the theater in 1943, the story of lovers Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) and Ilsa Lund (Ingrid Bergman) in Casablanca has made cinematic history." — Classic Movie Guide
Posted Nov 29, 2006
5/5 100% Kings Row (1942) " A wonderful drama full of intrigue and positive themes about the bonds of friendship and true love, and well acted by Ronald Reagan." — About.com
Posted Sep 5, 2006
5/5 74% Cars (2006) " Brilliant in Every Aspect - the best family film this year." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jun 9, 2006
5/5 67% Mrs. Henderson Presents (2006) ReviewExpress.com
Posted Feb 16, 2006
4.5/5 50% Not Today (2013) " Touching and Important" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 17, 2013
4.5/5 77% 42 (2013) " Best Sports Movie in Years" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 11, 2013
4.5/5 89% Lincoln (2012) " History Unbuffed" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 16, 2012
4.5/5 94% Win Win (2011) " Anyone who likes sports, drama and comedy will be happy they went to see it. " — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 2, 2011
4.5/5 66% The Karate Kid (2010) " Best movie this year and Jaden Smith is part of the reason." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jun 13, 2010
4.5/5 83% Bright Star (2009) " Bright Star is one of those rare films that critics wait for and moviegoers can't wait to tell their friends about. Oscar nominations may be on their way at last." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Sep 28, 2009
4.5/5 63% The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas) (2008) " This story is already a tear-jerker, but the superb acting makes it even more heartfelt" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 18, 2008
4.5/5 94% Slumdog Millionaire (2008) " Weaving through Boyle's latest film is a wonderfully transforming coming-of-age thread. It ties up several stories, and does so with heartfelt emotion." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 18, 2008
4.5/5 79% Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who! (2008) " Although he's often over-the-top in some of his films, to his credit Carrey puts his ego aside in this movie and lets Horton be the star of the film just as he was written to be." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Mar 15, 2008
4.5/5 78% The Great Debaters (2007) " The Great Debaters is an amazing story, but it's the sensational direction and terrific cast that make the theme resonant." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 7, 2008
4.5/5 96% Ratatouille (2007) " Pixar/Disney's latest animated movie Ratatouille could be a trap, as it ensnares viewers from start to finish with its adorable animation, non-stop humor and lovable characters." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jul 5, 2007
4.5/5 72% Fracture (2007) " This gripping plot%u2014plus another incredible performance by Hopkins and the chance to watch Gosling move into first-rate actor territory%u2014makes Fracture a movie not to miss." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 21, 2007
4.5/5 91% Letters from Iwo Jima (2006) " It will leave most viewers who can overlook that it's in Japanese with English subtitles totally awed." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 21, 2007
4.5/5 80% Angel Face (1952) " A captivating and thoroughly enjoyable film noir." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 13, 2007
4.5/5 74% The Painted Veil (2006) " One of the year end's best films - great story, superb acting and beautiful to look at." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 3, 2007
4.5/5 62% Blood Diamond (2006) " Ed Zwick's masterful drama features Oscar-caliber performances by Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 7, 2006
4.5/5 95% Casino Royale (2006) " I've never been totally enthralled with the Bond series, but if the films follow in the quality footsteps of Casino Royale, I can't wait to see Daniel Craig in another 007 adventure." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 17, 2006
4.5/5 93% The Departed (2006) " Scorsese nails nearly every scene perfectly. There's not a moment your mind wanders, your toe taps restlessly or you dare to miss a scene by glancing at your watch." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Oct 10, 2006
4.5/5 —— Ronald Reagan: Signature Collection (2006) " A wonderful look at a great actor in some very enjoyable films." — About.com
Posted Sep 5, 2006
4.5/5 74% The Illusionist (2006) " One of the best films to hit theaters this year %u2013 Neil Burger's direction delivers a tale that is magic from beginning to end." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Aug 19, 2006
4.5/5 85% The Seven Year Itch (1955) " Marilyn Monroe is a temptress in this delightful comedy." — About.com
Posted Jun 29, 2006
4.5/5 91% United 93 (2006) " Some human beings rise about the crowd in grandeur, leave a warm glow every time we think about them and imprint us with their nobility. United 93 shows us what GLORY is all about." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 28, 2006
4.5/5 82% Tsotsi (Thug) (2006) " A profound film that grabs you by the throat and holds you hostage until the end credits roll." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Mar 29, 2006
4.5/5 67% Pinky (1949) " An excellent film of important historical significance and still enjoyable to watch." — About.com
Posted Mar 13, 2006
3.5/4 91% Crazy Heart (2009) " In Bridges' protrayal Bad is like a floating candle in a jar of gasoline %u2013 always ready to ignite. Through Jean he learns to hang on with a hope to glow once again." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Jan 8, 2010
3.5/4 56% The Soloist (2009) " There are moments when Downey verbalizes a simple line of dialogue that becomes so profound through his magic of subtle emotion we're transformed." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Apr 26, 2009
2.5/3 70% Men in Black III (2012) " The back story plot works fine, but fans will enjoy what they love best about the MIB series - the visuals." — ReviewExpress.com
Posted May 29, 2012
4/5 37% Stand Up Guys (2013) " Reminds us Hollywood rarely turns out actors like this anymore. " — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Feb 1, 2013
4/5 88% Life of Pi (2012) " An intriguing and inspiring adventure" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Dec 6, 2012
4/5 92% Silver Linings Playbook (2012) " Smart, funny, great performances" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 25, 2012
4/5 92% Skyfall (2012) " Nothing Like A Good Villian" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 12, 2012
4/5 94% The Sessions (2012) " A remarkable story of bravery and compassion" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Nov 1, 2012
4/5 67% Lawless (2012) " A wild ride during Prohibition" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Aug 31, 2012
4/5 79% Ruby Sparks (2012) " Intriguing, charming, whimsical - love the "what if"" — ReviewExpress.com
Posted Aug 9, 2012
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