Jeffrey Lyles

Jeffrey Lyles

Agrees with the Tomatometer 65% of the time.

Publications:
Gazette (MD) , Lyles' Movie Files
Critics' Group:
Washington, D.C. Area Film Critics Association
Total Reviews:
269

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Rating T-Meter Title | Year Add Date
6.5/10 —— Superman Unbound () " Another flawed, but fun animated film featuring the Man of Steel." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted May 9, 2013
8.5/10 —— Justice League: Doom (2012) " Were it not for some major departures from the source material,could have been the best entry in Warner Bros. Animation's DC Comics library, but it's definitely in the upper echelon of the consistently quality animated films of the DC Universe. " — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted May 6, 2013
6.5/10 77% Iron Man 3 (2013) " At times reaches "Avengers" level of intensity, fun and exhilaration, which makes it all the more frustrating that a few missteps result in it simply being a good movie and not the post-Avengers game changer it could have been." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted May 2, 2013
8/10 73% Iron Man 2 (2010) " Throws down the armored gauntlet to all the other summer blockbusters - bring your "A" game or be content being the season's second best movie." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted May 2, 2013
2/10 —— Iron Man: Rise Of Technovore (2013) " A scattered, dull adventure that seems surprisingly dated for a character who's always on the cutting edge of technology." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Apr 25, 2013
10/10 56% Oblivion (2013) " Inspired film making and the kind of blockbuster that I can only hope will spark the next wave of visionary sci-fi films in the same way that Kosinski was influenced and so wonderfully honors here." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Apr 18, 2013
9/10 86% Collateral (2004) " The year's best action thriller with excellent performances from its two leads and Mann's brilliant direction making something as pedestrian as a taxi ride a pulse-pounding thrill ride." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Apr 18, 2013
8/10 77% 42 (2013) " one of the more inspirational sports films you'll see." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Apr 11, 2013
8/10 85% The Ides of March (2011) " A gripping, political thriller packed with tremendous performances and supremely confident direction by George Clooney." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Apr 5, 2013
8.5/10 28% G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013) " Not a bad way to save a franchise. 'Retaliation' earns a very enthusiastic 'Yo Joe!' and is highly recommended for fans." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 27, 2013
8.5/10 43% G.I. Joe: The Movie (2000) " A fun old-school cartoon movie done right and one that even today's more sophisticated youth would enjoy just as much as an adult reveling in a wave of 80s nostalgia" — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 25, 2013
1.5/10 34% G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) " A dull, passionless take on a property that any fan could have outdone with half the budget. No Joe!" — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 23, 2013
8.5/10 78% Dredd (2012) " A tremendously entertaining film that consistently pushes the limits of 3D creativity in a way to seem like the images are leaping straight from the comic book panels." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 22, 2013
6/10 48% Olympus Has Fallen (2013) " Dumb as it may be at times, I still liked it well enough, but I'm pretty sure I would have loved it with a smarter script." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 21, 2013
2/10 66% Spring Breakers (2013) " If you're up for indulging in its insanity and sullying of Disney good girls Gomez and Hudgens, you'll no doubt love it, but if not you may want to let this spring break pass you by." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 21, 2013
7.5/10 83% I Love You, Man (2009) " One of the better recent 'buddy comedies' and one if you're in the mood to laugh, you definitely won't regret showing a little love." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 20, 2013
9/10 98% Dr. No (1962) " About as perfect a franchise-starter as you could imagine and certainly accomplishes the task of leaving you eagerly anticipating Bond's next adventure." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 18, 2013
7/10 38% The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) " Yes, it's silly and goofy, but it does the trick if you're looking for a laugh this weekend." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 14, 2013
2.5/10 39% The Call (2013) " I'm writing this public service announcement masquerading as a movie review to warn you not to ever waste valuable moments even considering watching my favorite to win Worst Movie of the 2013." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 14, 2013
7/10 36% Dead Man Down (2013) " A revenge thriller that aspires to be more than your average revenge thriller and surprisingly succeeds." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 7, 2013
8.5/10 60% Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) " A dazzling, magical effort that proves a worthy companion piece to one of the most beloved films of all time." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 7, 2013
4/10 68% Pineapple Express (2008) " Your love of it will largely depend on how funny you find a movie with 85 percent of the jokes based on smoking weed. For the rest of you a lot of it is going to feel very silly, crammed with potty humor and overly long for such a simple subject matter." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Mar 6, 2013
4/10 52% Jack the Giant Slayer (2013) " Another well-intentioned, yet boring adventure from Singer that never climbs the heights to reach its full potential." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 28, 2013
9/10 85% End of Watch (2012) " Deeply affecting, powerful film that's a thrilling experience. Highly recommended." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 27, 2013
7/10 58% Snitch (2013) " Isn't just a pleasant surprise, it's also the first 'get up and go see it!' movie of 2013." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 21, 2013
6/10 43% Race to Witch Mountain (2009) " While it's hardly genre-changing, this is a nice dose of fun, family entertainment." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 21, 2013
7/10 57% My Bloody Valentine 3-D (2009) " Great use of the 3-D format in a better than average horror film." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 19, 2013
6.5/10 18% Valentine's Day (2010) " Works where so many romantic comedies in general fail because it doesn't offer some idealized look at love, but shows the power of it - warts and all - from a variety of perspectives." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 14, 2013
4.5/10 13% Safe Haven (2013) " A suspense thriller that the filmmakers keep forgetting is supposed to be a simple Nicholas Sparks novel turned romance drama." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 13, 2013
2/10 15% A Good Day To Die Hard (2013) " To say this is the worst of the series doesn't give its unique level of awfulness justice. That's largely because the franchise hasn't had a stinker up to this point, but this is the 'Rocky V' of the beloved franchise and it reeks." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 13, 2013
4/10 45% Beautiful Creatures (2013) " It's got all the ingredients to be the successor to 'Harry Potter' and 'Twilight' but there's not enough magic to put you under its spell." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 13, 2013
7.5/10 81% Live Free or Die Hard (2007) " Provided you don't put too much thought into it and just enjoy the ride, you'll have a blast." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 12, 2013
6/10 16% When in Rome (2010) " My kind of romantic comedy. It's funny, a bit silly and doesn't try to set the new standard for romance in the genre. It's exactly what you expect, but in a good way." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Feb 7, 2013
7/10 47% Bullet to the Head (2013) " A violent spectacle that happily embraces the 1980s style of filmmaking resulting in one of the best old-school action films I've seen in years." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 31, 2013
5/10 80% Warm Bodies (2013) " For those who gleefully go along with the premise, it's surprisingly touching and hilarious. Those reared on "Resident Evil" games like me, probably can't buy into a zombie romantic comedy. " — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 31, 2013
8.5/10 —— The Dark Knight Returns: Part Two (2013) " A fully-realized achievement that does right by fans of the source material and is the new standard of excellence for Warner animated films." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 31, 2013
9/10 78% Fast Five (2011) " Like a shot of nitro to the franchise and shows there's plenty left in the tank." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 31, 2013
4/10 14% Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013) " Misses the mark and few who see it will feel like they got the happily ever after they deserved." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 24, 2013
8/10 79% Quartet (2013) " This ensemble is a lively fun bunch that warrants several curtain calls." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 24, 2013
2/10 30% Broken City (2013) " A scattered drama that can't be bothered to play by its own rules making for an uneven, inconsistent viewing experience." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 17, 2013
7.5/10 59% The Last Stand (2013) " An explosive throwback that will thrill action fans who love watching tough guys blow stuff up." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 17, 2013
6.5/10 70% Terminator 3 - Rise of the Machines (2003) " Doesn't have the gritty feel of 'Terminator' or the sleek cutting edge of technology look of 'Judgment Day,' but it's a decent addition to the Terminator mythos." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 17, 2013
8/10 54% Body of Lies (2008) " A compelling, nail-biting spy thriller." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 16, 2013
5/10 93% Zero Dark Thirty (2013) " Bigelow isn't trying to entertain the audience, but I'm not sure what she wants us to take from the film as the end credits start." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 10, 2013
3/10 32% Gangster Squad (2013) " Bullet-ridden with clichés and a lousy script that wastes its talented cast, 'Gangster Squad,' will have you wishing you remembered where you put your copy of 'Casino' or 'The Untouchables.'" — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 10, 2013
5.5/10 15% Over Her Dead Body (2008) " Not a life-changing romantic comedy, but it's funny enough, has charming leads and breezes by in its quick 97 minutes." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 4, 2013
9/10 81% The Impossible (2012) " A gut-wrenching film and one you don't just watch, you experience." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 3, 2013
2/10 38% Hyde Park on Hudson (2012) " So devoid of any spark that it feels like watching someone's boring vacation videos." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Jan 2, 2013
4/10 51% Promised Land (2013) " Ultimately a well-meaning effort that is simply remarkable for being so unremarkable." — Lyles' Movie Files
Posted Dec 28, 2012
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