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5/5
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98%
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Project Nim (2011) |
"
A must-see not only for the crucial tale it tells, but also as a wildly enjoyable, passionate and poignant piece of cinema."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jul 5, 2011
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5/5
|
94%
|
The King's Speech (2010) |
"
The combination of spectacular performances and masterful direction turns this true story into an all-consuming emotional experience."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 29, 2010
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5/5
|
93%
|
The Kids Are All Right (2010) |
"
Packed with humble family principles. Immensely enjoyable the whole way through and one that delivers values and that warm fuzzy feeling inside to hold on to afterward."
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Shockya.com
Posted Aug 13, 2010
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4.5/5
|
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Cheap Thrills () |
"
Exceptionally entertaining and effective thanks to quality characters and a well-calculated build that justify the gore."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Mar 16, 2013
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|
4.5/5
|
81%
|
The Impossible (2012) |
"
A suspenseful, moving and disturbing watch for all the right reasons. Watts and McGregor deliver immensely successful performances, but this is young Tom Holland's show."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 20, 2012
|
|
4.5/5
|
93%
|
Zero Dark Thirty (2013) |
"
157 minutes of anxiety, heartache and detailed information that'll leave you overwhelmed by a multitude of emotions, everything you'd want to feel from such a film and more."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 10, 2012
|
|
4.5/5
|
92%
|
Silver Linings Playbook (2012) |
"
Offers the satisfaction you'd expect from a romcom and feel-good sports movie, but Lawrence and Cooper's delicate treatment of their characters makes it far more than a fleeting source of entertainment."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 24, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
93%
|
Looper (2012) |
"
It isn't flashy and has no intentions of outsmarting the viewer. Johnson presents a world that's wholly digestible, but ever changing, forcing you to keep on your toes."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 25, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
64%
|
Sinister (2012) |
"
It's appalling yet fascinating how the details come together and it's that calculating viciousness that makes it especially disturbing and, for the horror lover, an absolute thrill."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 21, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
83%
|
Your Sister's Sister (2012) |
"
Beautifully simple and downright extraordinary thanks to a cast that truly understands what Shelton and their characters want, and then go above and beyond with it."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jun 14, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
94%
|
Moonrise Kingdom (2012) |
"
A wonderfully refreshing experience, one that's got humor and heart, and, overall, is just a very well planned and well made production."
—
Shockya.com
Posted May 23, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
92%
|
The Cabin in the Woods (2012) |
"
Goddard and Whedon strike the perfect balance between messing around with the used and abused and the undeniably original, making the film a good time you've never had before."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Apr 9, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
85%
|
The Hunger Games (2012) |
"
Highly entertaining material with the power to tap into your deepest sentiments. Do we have the next big film franchise here? Undoubtedly. And, best of all, it deserves it."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Mar 20, 2012
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|
4.5/5
|
77%
|
War Horse (2011) |
"
Yes, you can point a finger at the push to make the piece family-friendly and as endearing as possible to the point of mild melodrama, but what's wrong with that when it works so well?"
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 21, 2011
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|
4.5/5
|
80%
|
Young Adult (2011) |
"
A different type of comedy compared to 'Juno' and certainly 'Jennifer's Body,' but still maintains the zest, heart & humor that solidified Cody as a top-notch screenwriter back in '07."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
94%
|
Hugo (2011) |
"
The moment it begins, you step inside, the train station closes in around you and you're fully immersed in Hugo's adventure, which is packed with heart and a ton of fun."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 21, 2011
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|
4.5/5
|
89%
|
The Descendants (2011) |
"
It may leave you with a sadness that's tough to shake, but it also offers a degree of hope, providing something the piece as whole prides itself on, the power to see the best in the worst of times."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 13, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
68%
|
Paranormal Activity 3 (2011) |
"
You know what's coming, but every time the lights dim and the night number title card appears, you anxiously await the demons next taunt, a number of which are unforgettable."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Oct 21, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
77%
|
Melancholia (2011) |
"
Despite the dismal circumstances, there's something downright rousing about the material. This is a film that you can feel and that in itself is a commendable accomplishment."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 25, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
93%
|
Drive (2011) |
"
There's something about 'Drive' that feels incomplete, but it's that uncertainty that makes the situation and the people feel real therefore making the film all the more powerful."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 13, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
83%
|
Warrior (2011) |
"
'The Fighter' is the one that's based on the true story, but between the two, 'Warrior' not only feels more authentic, but it's a slightly more enjoyable watch, too."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 6, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
82%
|
Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) |
"
Exhilarating, charming and surprisingly packs the power to be a bit of a tearjerker. Of all the big budget productions to drop this summer, this is certainly one of the best."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Aug 5, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
90%
|
Attack the Block (2011) |
"
Ideal moviegoing material. Sheer entertainment, but also boasts an impeccable amount of novelty and heart. You'll be itching to see it again right when the credits roll. Believe!"
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jul 26, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
71%
|
Hanna (2011) |
"
All-around genuinely thoughtful filmmaking and one heck of a performance from Saoirse Ronan resulting in a tense, funny, touching and, overall, wildly enjoyable experience."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Mar 30, 2011
|
|
4.5/5
|
87%
|
Black Swan (2010) |
"
Easily one of the most emotionally impactful films of the year and is something that will certainly haunt you long after the credits roll in the best possible way."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 18, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
78%
|
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1 (2010) |
"
Such an entertaining, engaging and well-made film, you practically feel as though you're part of the world yourself. It isn't just a movie; it's an experience."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 17, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
59%
|
Paranormal Activity 2 (2010) |
"
Paranormal Activity 2 is precisely what a horror sequel should be, a quality film that takes the terrifying concept of the original and raises the stakes - big time."
—
ShockTillYouDrop.com
Posted Oct 21, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
86%
|
Buried (2010) |
"
It's a good thing I brought a fancier pen to this film; had I had a cheap plastic one in my hand, the suspense of 'Buried' might have caused me to snap it in half."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 18, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
88%
|
Inglourious Basterds (2009) |
"
Dialogue is sharp, the imagery mesmerizing and both come together to create a wildly entertaining film. Impossible to watch without wanting to be a Basterd yourself."
—
CinemaBlend.com
Posted Aug 14, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
74%
|
Julia (2009) |
"
Swinton approaches Julia with an all-or-nothing attitude, creating an ungodly eccentric character and evoking an impressive array of audience emotions."
—
CinemaBlend.com
Posted Aug 14, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
100%
|
Racing Dreams (2010) |
"
NASCAR enthusiast or not, it's a universally touching and charming film with the power to capture the heart of any viewer. "
—
CinemaBlend.com
Posted Aug 13, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
81%
|
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) |
"
A success and innovative achievement on every front. A film not to be missed not only because it sets a new standard for filmmaking, but because it's a blast as well."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Aug 13, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
86%
|
Inception (2010) |
"
It's one thing to simply make up a story, but it's another to come up with a scenario and actually make it feel real and that's exactly what Nolan achieves here."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Aug 13, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
83%
|
Paranormal Activity (2009) |
"
It'll take quite some time to recover before you can sleep soundly without wondering if you're really alone in the room."
—
CinemaBlend.com
Posted Aug 12, 2010
|
|
4.5/5
|
90%
|
Zombieland (2009) |
"
Packed with the genre's standard overdose of blood and guts. Add in a charming band of misfits and you get something thrilling, hilarious and sweet, all at the same time."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Aug 12, 2010
|
|
4/5
|
71%
|
The East (2013) |
"
Thoughtful and slick, it functions both as a riveting thriller and also something that's deeply conflicting, compelling you to juggle all angles of the scenario during the film and long after, too."
—
Shockya.com
Posted May 29, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
73%
|
The Kings of Summer (2013) |
"
Strikes a unique balance between coming-of-age charm, comedy, and honest drama, and it's the constant give and take between all three that makes the film as a whole both pleasantly enchanting and quite poignant, too."
—
Shockya.com
Posted May 28, 2013
|
|
4/5
|
88%
|
Django Unchained (2012) |
"
An almost entirely enthralling piece, oozing with thoughtful gore, a wildly unique style, and curious characters all of which could only come together so well through notably cohesive filmmaking."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Dec 23, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
63%
|
Hitchcock (2012) |
"
It's easy to toss around words like disturbing, eerie, and violence when Hitchcock is involved, but, turns out, the film version of a portion of his life is enjoyable and surprisingly heartwarming."
—
Movies.com
Posted Dec 3, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
92%
|
Skyfall (2012) |
"
Longtime fan or newcomer, 'Skyfall' has something for you, blowing expectations out of the water, giving the 007 expert and rookie a reason to keep loving Bond."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 5, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
86%
|
Wreck-it Ralph (2012) |
"
A lot of kids are going to grow up with hopes of working in the game industry, and I mean *inside* the game industry."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Nov 2, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
96%
|
Argo (2012) |
"
Trusts the audience with a significant amount of detail and develops suspense on a more cerebral level, leaving you with a deeper respect and understanding of the situation."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Oct 22, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
88%
|
Life of Pi (2012) |
"
Lee grounds it just enough to deem credible, but also question everything experienced, and when you find yourself fighting for the parts you believe in, you'll know Pi's done right."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Sep 29, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
85%
|
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) |
"
Charlie's personality relaxes yet moves you, and you'll take some of that sensation with you when you leave the theater. "
—
Movies.com
Posted Sep 21, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
87%
|
Robot & Frank (2012) |
"
Will leave you wishing you could have a robot buddy just like Frank's and feeling like you've truly experienced a part of a person's life, and a part that's well worth experiencing."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Aug 18, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
80%
|
Magic Mike (2012) |
"
Certainly makes due in the eye candy department, but also actually boasts impressive performances, moving storylines and even a very visceral tone."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jun 26, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
86%
|
Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012) |
"
It's tough for someone from a big city to truly understand the characters' choices, but the film's ability to get viewers to even consider something so different is noteworthy."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jun 26, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
74%
|
Prometheus (2012) |
"
A movie that forces you to be intellectually invested, but not to the point of exhaustion and, in turn, delivers a remarkably enthralling experience."
—
Shockya.com
Posted Jun 9, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
68%
|
God Bless America (2012) |
"
Sick and twisted, but Frank and Roxy give off such a sense of sincerity and passion, it's easy to both laugh with them and oddly take them seriously."
—
Shockya.com
Posted May 6, 2012
|
|
4/5
|
89%
|
Death of a Superhero (2012) |
"
Pairing of drawings and live-action material help us get into Donald's head, but in a tamer manner, something that highlights the hope and makes it an enjoyable watch."
—
Movies.com
Posted May 2, 2012
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