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4.5/5
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67%
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Lawless (2012) |
"
When you have the chance to see this film in August, pull the damn trigger."
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Movies.com
Posted May 20, 2012
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9/10
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95%
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Moonrise Kingdom (2012) |
"
This is Anderson being Anderson. I'm quite happy with that. It's realistic imagination overload."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted May 16, 2012
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5/10
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40%
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Dark Shadows (2012) |
"
It's filled with moments that don't really matter, especially when dealing with the fishing business."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted May 16, 2012
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9/10
|
93%
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Marvel's The Avengers (2012) |
"
It's a blockbuster that manages to please with intelligence and fun. Whedon makes it look easy. "
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The Scorecard Review
Posted May 16, 2012
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4/10
|
21%
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The Raven (2012) |
"
They want it to be 'Seven' meets 'Sherlock Holmes' and you can tell Cusack is into it. Unfortunately the plot is ridiculous and the murder-mystery is boring."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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5/10
|
62%
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The Five-Year Engagement (2012) |
"
The wacky comedy is not enough to enjoy watching this crumbling relationship. I finally feel the Apatow length."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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5/10
|
86%
|
The Pirates! Band of Misfits (2012) |
"
I wish I could call the plot about a dodo bird 'whimsical,' but there just wasn't enough laughs from these 'Pirates.'"
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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8/10
|
82%
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Goon (2012) |
"
This proves we don't need a remake of 'Slap Shot.' Funny and violent, 'Goon' is a very good sports movie. "
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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7/10
|
75%
|
Damsels in Distress (2012) |
"
This is the driest comedy farce in all the land. It fits very nicely in Stillman's catalog."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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2/10
|
20%
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The Lucky One (2012) |
"
Efron's kind of handsome is more pretty than rugged. Don't worry. The geniuses behind 'The Lucky One' know how to solve that problem. He's got scruff."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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5/10
|
47%
|
The Three Stooges (2012) |
"
This film feels like a quality straight to DVD flick. 'The Three Stooges' is not as painful as I thought it would be."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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6/10
|
53%
|
Think Like a Man (2012) |
"
A really fun date movie until every couple has to break up and try to get back together. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 29, 2012
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9/10
|
83%
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The Raid: Redemption (2012) |
"
I wonder what 2012 film will have the sixth best action sequence. 'The Raid' will own the top five spots in a landslide. What a great action flick."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
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8/10
|
77%
|
Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2012) |
"
I liked everything about this film except for the ending. I loved that part. "
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
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7/10
|
46%
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Casa de mi padre (2012) |
"
Will Ferrell took a chance with this one, and I'm glad he did. It's played 90 percent straight, and that other 10 percent is odd and hilarious."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
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10/10
|
90%
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The Cabin in the Woods (2012) |
"
This is the most fun I have ever had watching a horror film."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
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8/10
|
94%
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Safety Not Guaranteed (2012) |
"
It's like this film almost sneaks up on you as you're watching it. At first it's just quirky/cute, but it becomes much more. Mark Duplass gives his best performance."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
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9/10
|
90%
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Killer Joe (2012) |
"
It feels weird to say, 'I liked it,' but I know deep down, in places that feel uncomfortable, I loved it."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
|
9/10
|
64%
|
Friends With Kids (2012) |
"
After three months of films in 2012, 'Friends with Kids' is the best."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
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5/10
|
52%
|
John Carter (2012) |
"
I understand John Carter likes being on Mars (superpowers + hot, intelligent princess). I just don't want to be there with him."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
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4/10
|
26%
|
Project X (2012) |
"
The party won't stop, even though you want it to. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
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6/10
|
56%
|
The Lorax (2012) |
"
Mindless fun isn't exactly what I was hoping for with 'The Lorax,' but that's what you get."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
|
8/10
|
85%
|
21 Jump Street (2012) |
"
I'm as surprised as you that this film could end up being the funniest of 2012."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
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6/10
|
85%
|
The Hunger Games (2012) |
"
I didn't read the book. While the film is entertaining enough, I never felt drawn in to this new world."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
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6/10
|
50%
|
Mirror Mirror (2012) |
"
I don't think you'll feel 'happily ever after' when the film ends, but you'll be pleased enough by its magic."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Apr 1, 2012
|
|
4/10
|
25%
|
This Means War (2012) |
"
The more I think about this film, the more upset I get."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 27, 2012
|
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5/10
|
18%
|
Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2012) |
"
If they would have just had more crazy Cage, and a faster 'Crank'-style film, it could have worked."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 27, 2012
|
|
7/10
|
59%
|
Wanderlust (2012) |
"
They barely care about the story, but there's enough funny people involved to make 'Wanderlust' worthwhile."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 27, 2012
|
|
4/10
|
11%
|
Gone (2012) |
"
The only thing worthwhile is seeing Portland (the filming location) on the big screen. It proves this landscape would be good for a thriller/horror, just not this one."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 27, 2012
|
|
3/10
|
25%
|
Act of Valor (2012) |
"
A documentary OR an action/drama honoring the missions of our Navy SEALs could have been good. But instead of OR, they tried AND. It fails."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 27, 2012
|
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7/10
|
54%
|
Safe House (2012) |
"
It really feels like Denzel Washington owns the place and Ryan Reynolds holds his own. Plus, the action is like a Bourne little brother. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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4/10
|
42%
|
Journey 2: The Mysterious Island (2012) |
"
Any sign of cutting-edge 3D effects are gone in this sequel. Now we just have Dwayne Johnson pec popping, and squabbling with Michael Caine in this forgettable adventure."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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8/10
|
80%
|
Haywire (2012) |
"
It's a fantastic minimalist action film where you actually get to see what is happening."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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8/10
|
79%
|
The Grey (2012) |
"
The best film of 2012. Too soon? Yeah, you're right. But this film is more than just Neeson killing wolves."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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4/10
|
65%
|
The Woman in Black (2012) |
"
Back and forth. Back and forth. There's not much plot for Daniel Radcliffe, so he tip-toes around looking for scares that don't add up."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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6/10
|
85%
|
Chronicle (2012) |
"
The found footage element keeps geting in the way of a good teenage superhero film."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 10, 2012
|
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6/10
|
74%
|
Big Miracle (2012) |
"
When I was twelve, I remember thinking, hoping and praying for the trapped whales. 'Big Miracle' does just enough to bring those feelings back."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 6, 2012
|
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5/10
|
38%
|
Red Tails (2012) |
"
It's such an extraordinary true story and 'Red Tails' turns it into something extra ordinary (in other words, really really ordinary)."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 6, 2012
|
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5/10
|
31%
|
Man on a Ledge (2012) |
"
It's absolutely average. That's not exactly what you are looking for when your subject is about a man on a ledge."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Feb 6, 2012
|
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7/10
|
92%
|
Arthur Christmas (2011) |
"
Arthur may not be perfect, but he cares. The same can be said for the film. 'Arthur Christmas' is full of just enough holiday cheer."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
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10/10
|
94%
|
Hugo (2011) |
"
Wow. This is now my favorite film of 2011. It is beautiful to look at and a great nod to the nostalgia of cinema from a true master. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
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8/10
|
89%
|
The Descendants (2011) |
"
I loved watching George Clooney's character interact with everyone. I didn't care about the finished result, just the process. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
|
8/10
|
96%
|
The Muppets (2011) |
"
Growing up, I loved the Muppets. This film is a great chance for a new generation to fall for them as well. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
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5/10
|
25%
|
Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (2011) |
"
Whatever momentum the third film had in this series, it's gone. Once again, it's an average soap opera."
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
|
2/10
|
26%
|
The Three Musketeers (2011) |
"
Ugh. Nothing makes sense, it's not funny and the 3D is worthless."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Nov 14, 2011
|
|
6/10
|
92%
|
Take Shelter (2011) |
"
Even though the film unravels, the performances by Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain make this film worth it. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Nov 14, 2011
|
|
7/10
|
89%
|
Margin Call (2011) |
"
The protection of the individual at the sake of our society always kills me. But, what are you going to do? Throw money at it. No really, throw some money at 'Margin Call,' it's worth it."
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Nov 14, 2011
|
|
6/10
|
50%
|
The Rum Diary (2011) |
"
There are colorful moments in 'The Rum Diary,' but they don't jell together. It feels more like a 1st episode than a movie. "
—
The Scorecard Review
Posted Nov 14, 2011
|
|
6/10
|
47%
|
Anonymous (2011) |
"
It didn't have me rethinking history, but for those two hours, it was entertaining enough. I don't know if that will be enough for Emmerich and this "What if?""
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The Scorecard Review
Posted Nov 14, 2011
|
79%
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