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2/4
|
18%
|
The Jungle Book 2 (2003) |
"
There's enough entertainment value in Jungle Book 2 to make it worth an eventual video rental for youngsters, but it's not worth the effort or cost of going to the theater -- especially for parents."
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Reel.com
Posted Feb 14, 2003
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2.5/4
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43%
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The Recruit (2003) |
"
You can get more dramatic complexity, excitement, jaw-dropping plot twists, inter-agent romance, and cool gadgetry for free by looking to TV's Alias and 24 for your next espionage assignment."
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Reel.com
Posted Jan 30, 2003
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|
4/4
|
90%
|
The Lion King (2011) |
"
There's simply nothing like it."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 27, 2002
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2/4
|
79%
|
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2003) |
"
Instead of exploring this dangerous mind, Clooney plays it safe, making his freshman film deadly dull as a result."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 27, 2002
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3/4
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80%
|
The Wild Thornberrys Movie (2002) |
"
If it sounds like The Wild Thornberrys might be a downbeat drama, think again. There's ample humor to balance the serious themes."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 19, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
85%
|
About Schmidt (2002) |
"
There's nothing especially tragic and affecting here, just a bland character coping with some amusing family politics."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 13, 2002
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2/4
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37%
|
Star Trek - Nemesis (2002) |
"
Though hardly a ridiculous mess like The Final Frontier, the 10th Trek outing, Nemesis, is as mediocre as the last franchise effort, Insurrection, with little appeal for anyone beyond patient, die-hard fans."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 13, 2002
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|
2.5/4
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68%
|
Treasure Planet (2002) |
"
Anyone who's seen Titan A.E. will have a hard time not feeling deja vu, even though Disney's effort is slightly better."
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Reel.com
Posted Nov 26, 2002
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2.5/4
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66%
|
Solaris (2002) |
"
After the credits roll, the film leaves nothing to ponder, no big questions about man's relation to the universe, and no questions about the what lies beyond it."
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Reel.com
Posted Nov 26, 2002
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3/4
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83%
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) |
"
From screaming mandrake plants to animal transfiguration to ethereal letters literally hanging in the air, [Columbus'] approach to the books' enchanting elements is marvelous to behold."
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Reel.com
Posted Nov 14, 2002
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|
3.5/4
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76%
|
Frida (2002) |
"
Frida not only recounts the story of one of the 20th century's most acclaimed artists, it offers viewers the rare experience of feeling her inspiration as well."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 25, 2002
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3/4
|
48%
|
Jackass - The Movie (2002) |
"
Incredibly funny."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 25, 2002
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|
2/4
|
67%
|
The Happiness of the Katakuris (2001) |
"
Hardcore Miike fans may want to catch this uncharacteristically upbeat curiosity; however, everyone will be much happier without the Katakuris."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 24, 2002
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|
3/4
|
65%
|
Jonah - A VeggieTales Movie (2002) |
"
A whale of a good time for both children and parents seeking Christian-themed fun."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 19, 2002
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|
3/4
|
71%
|
The Ring (2002) |
"
It deals out more surprises than clichés, and proves to be both entertaining and unsettling."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 18, 2002
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2/4
|
60%
|
Tuck Everlasting (2002) |
"
Contrary to its title, Tuck is unaffecting and completely forgettable."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 10, 2002
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|
2.5/4
|
14%
|
Pokémon 4Ever (2002) |
"
It's a shame that Pokemon 4Ever's dialogue is so trite and flatly delivered because the tale itself presents serious ideas worthy of more poetic language."
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Reel.com
Posted Oct 10, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
18%
|
Trapped (2002) |
"
Though there are many tense scenes in Trapped, they prove more distressing than suspenseful."
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Reel.com
Posted Sep 23, 2002
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|
3/4
|
60%
|
Crop Circles: Quest for Truth (2002) |
"
Gazecki ... offers some compelling information about these mysterious field formations, yet his particular point of view leaves some nagging questions unaddressed."
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Reel.com
Posted Sep 17, 2002
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|
3.5/4
|
74%
|
Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002) |
"
At every level, it is crystal-clear that Spy Kids 2 is a labor of love concocted by one ingenious mind."
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Reel.com
Posted Aug 6, 2002
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|
3/4
|
74%
|
Signs (2002) |
"
Shyamalan understands the power of suggestion better than most directors, showing only as much as necessary to feed the suspense."
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Reel.com
Posted Aug 2, 2002
|
|
1.5/4
|
30%
|
The Country Bears (2002) |
"
Unlike Kermit & Co., the Country Bears are completely devoid of charm."
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Reel.com
Posted Jul 26, 2002
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|
3/4
|
81%
|
Stuart Little 2 (2002) |
"
Minkoff ... compensates for a lack of narrative and thematic originality with glorious art direction, ample energy, and abundant tongue-in-cheek humor."
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Reel.com
Posted Jul 19, 2002
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|
3/4
|
48%
|
Eight Legged Freaks (2002) |
"
It's too bad that the drive-in is virtually extinct. Eight Legged Freaks would be perfect on a hot summer night, with all of this silliness offering no end of popcorn-munching fun."
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Reel.com
Posted Jul 17, 2002
|
|
2/4
|
52%
|
The Crocodile Hunter - Collision Course (2002) |
"
Everything that's worthwhile about Collision Course can already be seen on television."
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Reel.com
Posted Jul 12, 2002
|
|
2.5/4
|
39%
|
Men in Black II (2002) |
"
Men in Black II is just the sort of film that mainstream audiences expect to escape to during the sweltering summer months: It's just funny enough, just clever enough, and it looks just slick enough to pass inspection."
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Reel.com
Posted Jul 2, 2002
|
|
2.5/4
|
30%
|
Hey Arnold! The Movie (2002) |
"
Offers enough compelling dramatic moments and adventure to keep Arnold fans entertained."
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Reel.com
Posted Jun 27, 2002
|
|
3/4
|
86%
|
Lilo & Stitch (2002) |
"
A generally charming and fairly original film."
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Reel.com
Posted Jun 21, 2002
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|
3.5/4
|
92%
|
Minority Report (2002) |
"
Despite a few dangling plot points, Minority Report actually improves upon Dick's work in its narrative complexity."
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Reel.com
Posted Jun 20, 2002
|
|
2/4
|
30%
|
Scooby-Doo (2002) |
"
A mixed bag. Jinkies!"
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Reel.com
Posted Jun 14, 2002
|
|
2/4
|
58%
|
The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) |
"
Oliver Parker's new Earnest adaptation boasts a fine cast capable of delivering the author's flamboyant epigrams, yet even they falter under the director's chaotic vision."
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Reel.com
Posted May 31, 2002
|
|
2.5/4
|
69%
|
Spirit - Stallion of the Cimarron (2002) |
"
Stallion of the Cimarron has much to offer horse-loving youngsters."
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Reel.com
Posted May 23, 2002
|
|
3/4
|
67%
|
Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones 3D (2013) |
"
Episode II is certainly flawed, but Lucas gets enough things right to give even disillusioned Star Wars fans new hope for Episode III."
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Reel.com
Posted May 15, 2002
|
|
2.5/4
|
49%
|
Unfaithful (2002) |
"
Adrian Lyne aficionados are likely to be disappointed by his latest film. Why? Because the director's fans typically attend his movies for one of two things -- sex or suspense -- and Unfaithful doesn't have a lot of either."
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Reel.com
Posted May 9, 2002
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|
3/4
|
89%
|
Spider-Man (2002) |
"
Raimi's effort is fun, funny, and filled with spectacular effects -- and about as good an imagining of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko's web-slinging classic as one could expect."
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Reel.com
Posted May 3, 2002
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|
2.5/4
|
62%
|
The Salton Sea (2002) |
"
What makes Salton Sea surprisingly engrossing is that Caruso takes an atypically hypnotic approach to a world that's often handled in fast-edit, hopped-up fashion."
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Reel.com
Posted Apr 26, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
21%
|
Jason X (2002) |
"
With generic sets and B-grade special effects, Jason is about as convincing on the sci-fi front as TV's defunct Cleopatra 2525."
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Reel.com
Posted Apr 25, 2002
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|
3.5/4
|
75%
|
The Cat's Meow (2001) |
"
A thoroughly entertaining, mischievous comic romp."
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Reel.com
Posted Apr 13, 2002
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|
3.5/4
|
77%
|
Ice Age (2002) |
"
Directors Wedge and Carlos Saldanha have done a splendid job of integrating action, adventure, and touching drama with a wide variety of comedic elements."
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Reel.com
Posted Mar 14, 2002
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|
2/4
|
29%
|
The Time Machine (2002) |
"
... a waste of time."
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Reel.com
Posted Mar 8, 2002
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|
2/4
|
17%
|
Queen of the Damned (2002) |
"
... with every element drained of blood, this Queen is damned."
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Reel.com
Posted Feb 21, 2002
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|
2/4
|
43%
|
Big Fat Liar (2002) |
"
Acceptable but forgettable entertainment, stunted by its paint-by-numbers plotting and minimal production values."
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Reel.com
Posted Feb 8, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
24%
|
Snow Dogs (2002) |
"
Slapstick buffoonery can tickle many a preschooler's fancy, but when it costs a family of four about $40 to see a film in theaters, why spend money on a dog like this when you can rent a pedigree instead?"
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Reel.com
Posted Jan 18, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
22%
|
Impostor (2002) |
"
Though never boring, Impostor is downright depressing because it's so easy to catch glimpses of the knockout film that lies buried underneath Fleder's mangled direction."
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Reel.com
Posted Jan 4, 2002
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|
1.5/4
|
32%
|
Charlotte Gray (2002) |
"
Armstrong's deadly dull pacing deflates what inherent suspense lies in Gray's perilous situation."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 27, 2001
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|
3/4
|
75%
|
Jimmy Neutron - Boy Genius (2001) |
"
While somewhat less inspired than its big-screen competition, this Nickelodeon adventure-comedy proves to be humorous, clever, and engaging -- for children and parents alike."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 20, 2001
|
|
2.5/4
|
84%
|
Little Otik (2001) |
"
For those who can embrace and enjoy the preposterous while forgiving the ludicrous, Little Otik may make an entertaining bedtime story."
—
Reel.com
Posted Dec 19, 2001
|
|
1.5/4
|
2%
|
Texas Rangers (2001) |
"
Texas Rangers is yet another such mediocre cinematic exercise: bullet- and cliche-ridden, shallow in characterization, and unrelentingly dull in its storytelling."
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Reel.com
Posted Dec 3, 2001
|
|
4/4
|
90%
|
Amélie (2001) |
"
Jeunet transforms the often fraught-filled, near-impossible goal of finding love into a wondrous and happily fated adventure."
—
Reel.com
Posted Nov 2, 2001
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