Ryan Cracknell

Ryan Cracknell

Agrees with the Tomatometer 79% of the time.

Biography:
Ryan graduated from the University of Victoria in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Writing and a Minor in Film Studies. He puttered about for a few years after that working on various projects before going back to school to become a teacher. Today Ryan teaches junior high language arts and social studies in rural northern Alberta, loving life and spending time with his family.
Favorites:
The all-time favorite is E.T. It might not be the greatest achievement in the history of movies, but I like it a lot. Others on my frequently watched list vary from The Wizard of Oz to The Goonies to Leolo to almost anything by Scorsese. But none are perfect. They're just what I like.
Publications:
Apollo Guide , Calgary Movies , Film Threat , Movie Views , ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Critics' Group:
Online Film Critics Society
Total Reviews:
1457
Total QuickRatings:
62
Location:
Alberta, Canada

Dvd Reviews Only

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Rating T-Meter Title | Year Add Date
83/100 82% The Legend of Drunken Master (Jui kuen II) (Drunken Fist II) (1994) " There is just one extra on the disc: an interview with the movie's star, Jackie Chan." — Apollo Guide
Posted Sep 10, 2009
—— Ken Burns - The War (2007) " Tells America's story of WWII in a whole and rounded manner that gets to the heart of what was happening on the battlefield and at home." — Movie Views
Posted Oct 8, 2007
72/100 83% Valley Girl (1983) " A classic from a bygone era, Valley Girl has been given the special edition treatment." — Apollo Guide
Posted Sep 12, 2007
69/100 52% Die Hard 3: With a Vengeance (1995) " Although the film is not special, this two-disc special edition DVD most definitely is." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jun 14, 2007
79/100 67% Die Hard 2 (1990) " The two-disc special edition DVD for Die Hard 2 is loaded with a combination of stellar presentation and lots of interesting features." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jun 14, 2007
—— Mr. Moto Collection - Volume 2 (2007) " From a strictly historical perspective, fans of classic cinema will definitely want to pick up this collection. It's got a fine set of films that are very different from today's thrillers both cinematically and politically." — Movie Views
Posted Apr 19, 2007
82% Once in a Lifetime: The Extraordinary Story of the New York Cosmos (2006) " An honest portrayal of the rise and fall of a one-time American sports icon, even if that status was short-lived." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 12, 2007
0% Super Fuzz (1980) " Watch with caution, enjoy it with a trio of choice beverages." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 12, 2007
—— Crime Busters (Due superpiedi quasi piatti) (2007) " Overly long and not very funny, Crime Busters is a lame film. Add to that a mediocre list of special features and you've got a disappointing DVD." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 12, 2007
76% The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2005) " It's one of those cornerstone releases any fan of the film will want to own." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 2, 2007
90% The Little Mermaid 3D (1989) " Like all Disney two-disc versions of their animated films, this release is loaded with features both fun and informative." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 2, 2007
40% Shock Treatment (1981) " A mess from start to finish." — Calgary Movies
Posted Mar 2, 2007
80% Taps (1981) " Twenty-five years later, Taps still has a way of resonating. A lot has changed in the world since it was released in 1981 but the ideals of honour and loyalty are two timeless themes." — Calgary Movies
Posted Feb 9, 2007
72% Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) " One of Will Ferrell's funniest films to date, Talladega Nights really is more than cornball jokes and race car fun. The "Unrated" DVD has tons of extra giggles and gags to keep everyone laughing for a long time." — Calgary Movies
Posted Feb 9, 2007
36% Saw II (2005) " Fans of the first Saw film will totally dig this two-disc DVD. Not only does the gore run freely, but there's plenty of extras to keep them satisfied and occupied." — Calgary Movies
Posted Feb 9, 2007
92% Rocky (1976) " This two-disc collection is also the best presentation of the film to date. Even those who have bought any of the many previous DVD versions will be well served in the upgrade." — Calgary Movies
Posted Feb 9, 2007
25% The Da Vinci Code (2006) " Even with the many featurettes on the film's second disc, this is still a disappointing DVD." — Calgary Movies
Posted Feb 9, 2007
48% Jackass - The Movie (2002) " For fans of Jackass and those who like to watch people torture themselves in a somewhat controlled environment, this is a great and loaded DVD." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 28, 2007
33% Click (2006) " The Special Edition DVD release of Click is a simple matter of an average film with a better-than-average collection." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 28, 2007
26% Free Zone (2006) " Free Zone is a powerful film -- definitely not what you'd expect from Natalie Portman. Thought provoking and visually pleasing, this is one you will want to track down." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
44% Goal! The Dream Begins (Goal!: The Impossible Dream) (2005) " Fits the sports movie mold to a fault. It forces the familiar down your throat. However football fans might appreciate a thoughtful "Hollywood" film about their sport. The somewhat extensive list of extras is also mighty enticing." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
70% Heading South (2006) " Strong performances help balance out a sometimes slow moving plot in this serious drama. There's not a lot of extras on the DVD but the film itself is worth a gander." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
—— I Was a Teenage Movie Maker (2006) " This is a must-get DVD for amateur filmmakers and fans of genre cinema alike. It's also a rare instance where the extras are more important than the film itself." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
37% Keeping Up With The Steins (2006) " One of the most disappointing films I've seen this year. Unfortunately the DVD doesn't do much to change that fact." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
50% The Last Broadcast (1998) " An interesting film made more interesting by history, this "definitive" edition DVD not only dissects the movie, but also the making of it from many angles. This makes it not only a must-have for horror fans, but also those looking to get a start in indep" — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
26% The Game of Their Lives (2005) " Even those who aren't [soccer fans] might fancy the traditional sporting story of huge odds and overcoming them. At the very least, some sort featurette would have made the DVD more desirable." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
—— Mummy's Kiss - Second Dynasty (2006) " If you're a fan of b-movies and boobies, then this DVD's a lot of fun. If not, you wouldn't think twice as soon as you saw the cover anyways." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
27% The Omen (2006) " As far as the movie goes, The Omen is pretty awful. The gimmick date has past and we're all still here. On the DVD production side, the extras are decent but probably not enough to make the complete package more than a renter." — Calgary Movies
Posted Jan 5, 2007
9% Stay Alive (2006) " Might find its biggest fans with the huge gamer crowd.The extras are a little thin, although the interactive menus are intriguing but ultimately pointless." — Calgary Movies
Posted Dec 31, 2006
63% Black Christmas (1974) " With a solid selection of insightful extras and a cleaned up delivery,you've got a must-have DVD for fans of the genre." — Calgary Movies
Posted Dec 29, 2006
76/100 89% Titanic (1953) " Another marvellous entry in the Fox Studio Classics DVD line." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jan 19, 2005
60/100 13% Physical Evidence (1989) " There are no notable extras on this disappointing disc." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jan 19, 2005
83/100 60% Peyton Place (1957) " The film, shown in its original widescreen format, has been immaculately restored to its original beauty." — Apollo Guide
Posted Sep 22, 2004
65/100 —— Keep Your Eyes Open (2003) " Expands on the film and partially compensates for some of the documentary's shortcomings." — Apollo Guide
Posted Sep 22, 2004
71/100 —— Belles on Their Toes (1952) " Has a rather disappointing DVD spin." — Apollo Guide
Posted Sep 16, 2004
84/100 93% The Producers (1968) " The Producers has a solid special edition DVD offering that gets the important things right and adds a few nifty little extras to boot." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 24, 2004
85/100 90% Serpico (1973) " This is a DVD that is very quiet in announcing its better-than-average wares." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 24, 2004
62/100 —— Cheaper By the Dozen (2003) " The most interesting extra is an old Movie Tone news reel clip featuring the film being presented with a generic type of award." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 24, 2004
92/100 98% Once Upon a Time in the West (1968) " This is one of the truly great DVDs." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 24, 2004
40/100 0% Johnny Be Good (1988) " I doubt Johnny Be Good is going to be a hot seller as a DVD." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
74/100 90% Nobody's Fool (1994) " A skinny package containing the film itself and nothing else." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
71/100 39% The Singing Detective (2003) " Director Keith Gordon lends his observations and interesting insights to a good commentary track." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
75/100 20% Bandolero (1968) " Although the transfer is for the most part solid, there are some murky spots where the colours don't look as clean as they should." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
71/100 61% Bright Lights, Big City (1988) " One of those DVDs that provides about the equivalent of watching the movie on late-night television." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
46/100 —— Bullet (1996) " There are many ways to watch Bullet on this better than average, at least in terms of content, DVD." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
69/100 47% City of Ghosts (2003) " A solid DVD package, but nothing spectacular." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 22, 2004
71/100 78% Predator (1987) " The 'collector's edition' offers a lot more than the original DVD release, providing the movie in a two-disc set with plenty of extras." — Apollo Guide
Posted Aug 3, 2004
60/100 65% Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) " Paramount's DVD for Young Sherlock Holmes is definitely elementary." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jul 20, 2004
62/100 80% War Photographer (2001) " While not abundant, the added extras make for a nice touch." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jul 20, 2004
71/100 28% It Runs in the Family (2003) " Comes to DVD with a family scrapbook worth of special features." — Apollo Guide
Posted Jul 7, 2004
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