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4/4
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98%
|
Mud (2013) |
"
A sublime coming-of-age film, 'Mud' would be the offspring if 'Stand By Me' and 'Cape Fear' reproduced."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted May 13, 2013
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|
4/4
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88%
|
Life of Pi (2012) |
"
Mystical and endless as the number pi, 'The Life of Pi' works on a number of levels, all of them enchanting."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Feb 3, 2013
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4/4
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The Hobbit: There and Back Again (2014) |
"
You may have seen Middle Earth before. But you haven't been IN Middle Earth.Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' has made it possible for you to feel like you're surrounded by the astonishing environment created by J.R.R. Tolkien."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Feb 3, 2013
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|
4/4
|
93%
|
Zero Dark Thirty (2013) |
"
One of the finest movies of the year is a thriller about the tracking and, finally, slaying of Osama bin Laden."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Feb 2, 2013
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4/4
|
——
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Meerkats 3D () |
"
Want to experience drama? Danger? Action? And superlative cuteness? Look no further than 'Meerkats 3D,' a marvelous National Geographic documentary "
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Nov 20, 2012
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|
4/4
|
78%
|
Flight (2012) |
"
This may be the most heavy-duty, and finest, Oscar-worthy performance yet from Denzel Washington."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Nov 20, 2012
|
|
4/4
|
96%
|
Argo (2012) |
"
A brilliant thriller that's based on a historical incident, 'Argo' is one of the best films of 2012."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Nov 19, 2012
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|
4/4
|
89%
|
Lincoln (2012) |
"
Daniel Day-Lewis is picture-perfect as 'Lincoln.'"
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Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Nov 19, 2012
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4/4
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——
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Country School: One Room - One Nation () |
"
Let me share with you one of the Quad-City area's greatest secrets: Two of the best filmmakers in the United States are right here in our own backyard."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 29, 2012
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|
4/4
|
69%
|
Ted (2012) |
"
Raunchy, intentionally offensive and full of warm fuzzies (including its title character), 'Ted' is one of the funniest movies for grownups that's come along in years."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 15, 2012
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|
4/4
|
91%
|
Safety Not Guaranteed (2012) |
"
The only thing that saddens me about this little gem of a movie is that it may not be seen by anyone."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jul 20, 2012
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|
4/4
|
87%
|
The Dark Knight Rises (2012) |
"
It rises above other sequels and its predecessors."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jul 20, 2012
|
|
4/4
|
98%
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The Artist (2011) |
"
'The Artist' is a masterpiece."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Apr 21, 2012
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|
4/4
|
92%
|
Beauty and the Beast (2012) |
"
I admit it: I wrote this more than 20 years ago. But, like " Beauty and the Beast" itself, I think it stands the test of time. "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Feb 11, 2012
|
|
4/4
|
86%
|
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011) |
"
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" will leave its mark on you. Dark, brutal and intriguing, this version is as troubling and memorable as its Swedish counterpart. Its disturbing tone begins in the opening credits and continues to the last frame."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jan 16, 2012
|
|
4/4
|
67%
|
We Bought a Zoo (2011) |
"
We Bought a Zoo," based on a true story, is an outstanding show that could, and should, bring in herds of viewers. It centers on a man who really did buy a zoo with 200 animals, on his children and on the staff that became their second family."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jan 16, 2012
|
|
4/4
|
93%
|
Drive (2011) |
"
Action and smarts don't necessarily go hand-in-hand. But director Nicolas Winding Refn ('Bronson') deftly blends them in 'Drive,' a phenomenally entertaining movie that employs a haunting soundtrack, clever direction and entertaining characters. "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 22, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
90%
|
The Lion King (2011) |
"
Yes, it's a Disney film. But if you're a grown-up, don't let that stop you from sinking your teeth into 'The Lion King.' There's more depth, humor and dignity to this show than you'll see at almost any other movie so far this year. "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 22, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
95%
|
Moneyball (2011) |
"
A highly detailed, fascinating slice of baseball history, 'Moneyball' will appeal to both sports aficionados and those (like yours truly) who are not. This is the true story of how a manager met the challenge of a small budget and beat the odds."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 22, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
96%
|
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 (2011) |
"
The magic isn't over. Far from it."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jul 18, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
93%
|
Midnight in Paris (2011) |
"
What an enchanting movie - almost as enchanting as its location."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jul 1, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
94%
|
Win Win (2011) |
"
You know, there is truth in advertising. Or titles, I should say. "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jun 3, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
——
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World's Largest () |
"
A little movie with a big heart, "World's Largest" is a brilliant documentary about small towns with big hopes."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted May 9, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
98%
|
Born To Be Wild (2011) |
"
'Born to Be Wild' is one of the finest films of the year. Anyone who ever has loved an animal in a wild environment (or, for that matter, shared a home with one) must see this extraordinary movie about animal rescue."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Apr 13, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
88%
|
Rango (2011) |
"
'Rango' is one of the best works of literature I've enjoyed for many years. 'Rango' is one of the best family films I've seen in years. 'Rango' is one of the best Westerns I've ever seen."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Mar 25, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
93%
|
127 Hours (2010) |
"
You aren't always going to be comfortable when you watch '127 Hours.' But then you're not meant to be."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Feb 12, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
98%
|
Inside Job (2010) |
"
I've been angry pretty much since the fall of 2008. Or should I say The Fall of 2008? I know so many people who have lost jobs, lost their homes, lost their savings ... I won't go on and on. All I could think of was: 'Didn't someone see this coming?' "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Feb 12, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
86%
|
Rabbit Hole (2010) |
"
This is a film that may haunt you. It's painful to watch because the characters are in such pain in this show that can be classified only as a tragedy."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Feb 12, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
94%
|
The King's Speech (2010) |
"
Wonderful performances, a bit of history and an absorbing character study make 'The King's Speech' one of the best movies of the year."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Jan 20, 2011
|
|
4/4
|
87%
|
Black Swan (2010) |
"
Bizarre, beautiful and bewildering, 'Black Swan' is a study of madness."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 23, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
90%
|
The Fighter (2010) |
"
If Mark Wahlberg stars as an interesting character, the movie has a fighting chance at the box office."
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 23, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
89%
|
Waiting for Superman (2010) |
"
There I sat, alone in the theater, watching what may very well be the most important movie of the year, if not the decade. To say that the documentary 'Waiting for Superman' has played to a small audience is an exercise in understatement. "
—
KWQC-TV (Iowa)
Posted Dec 14, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
55%
|
Flipped (2010) |
"
You'll flip for this gentle, clever movie. You are hereby forgiven for "North," Mr. Reiner. "
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Sep 23, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
93%
|
The Kids Are All Right (2010) |
"
An ultra-contemporary, intelligent drama sprinkled with humor. "
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 14, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
80%
|
Cyrus (2010) |
"
More drama than comedy, 'Cyrus' is about the love triangle that includes a man, his lover and her son, the unlovable title character."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jul 18, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
86%
|
Inception (2010) |
"
A dream within a dream."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jul 18, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
99%
|
Toy Story 3 (2010) |
"
Andy, someone has made a movie for us! "
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jun 16, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
81%
|
Oceans (Disneynature's Oceans) (2010) |
"
Sublime. Astounding. Fantastic. I don't think I can find enough superlatives to describe the incredible "Oceans," the gorgeous Disney documentary released in celebration of Earth Day."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Apr 20, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
76%
|
Kick-Ass (2010) |
"
'Kick-Ass' OWNS."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Apr 18, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
86%
|
Hubble 3D (2010) |
"
This, then, is how a star is born."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Apr 10, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
83%
|
Australia: Land Beyond Time (2002) |
"
OK, I admit it: I could watch koala bears and kangaroos wandering around onscreen for hours and I would be perfectly contented.You will see the koalas, the kangaroos and much, much more in"
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Feb 2, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
91%
|
Up in the Air (2009) |
"
What a sophisticated dramedy is 'Up in the Air.'"
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Jan 14, 2010
|
|
4/4
|
91%
|
Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire (2009) |
"
Hopeful, heartbreaking and thought-provoking, 'Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire' is one of the best movies of the year."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Dec 17, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
76%
|
Invictus (2009) |
"
A hopeful look at how humanity can be brought together by something as simple, and as complicated, as sports, 'Invictus' is one of the finest movies of the year."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Dec 17, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
84%
|
The Princess and the Frog (2009) |
"
Once again, Disney gives animation the royal treatment in 'The Princess and the Frog.'"
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Dec 17, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
94%
|
Good Hair (2009) |
"
One of the best movies of the year seems to be lost in the Halloween-time shuffle."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Oct 24, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
88%
|
Inglourious Basterds (2009) |
"
Gloriously directed and written, 'Inglourious Basterds' is a must for Quentin Tarantino fans."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Sep 5, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
91%
|
District 9 (2009) |
"
It's an unforgettable science-fiction actioner. It's a commentary on the human condition. It's a drama about undying love. It's arguably the finest use of computer-generated imagery the big screen ever has seen.The grownups-only 'District 9' is one of the"
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 16, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
87%
|
500 Days of Summer (2009) |
"
This is about 500 times smarter than the average romance."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 16, 2009
|
|
4/4
|
97%
|
The Hurt Locker (2009) |
"
It's slang for 'You're headed for a pounding.' And so you are."
—
Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Posted Aug 1, 2009
|
76%
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