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10/10
|
28%
|
Erased (2013) |
"
...a fast paced thriller with high tension that never lets up, with award-quality music by Jeff Danna and fine performances by Eckhart, Liberato, and Kurylenko..."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted May 18, 2013
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|
10/10
|
49%
|
Scatter My Ashes At Bergdorf's (2013) |
"
...even in my anticipation I could not have realized how entertaining this is, clearly one of the most entertaining films of the year."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted May 2, 2013
|
|
10/10
|
77%
|
42 (2013) |
"
Award-quality work by Boseman, Ford, and Helgeland highlight this fascinating, moving film of an American hero, an accurate biopic for fans and non-fans alike."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Apr 11, 2013
|
|
10/10
|
95%
|
Marley (2012) |
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jan 22, 2013
|
|
10/10
|
26%
|
2016: Obama's America (2012) |
"
...an extremely well-made and well-reasoned examination of who Obama really is, told mainly through Obama himself reading from his book, Dreams From My Father, and interviews with people like Obama's half brother, George Obama, in Kenya."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Aug 29, 2012
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|
10/10
|
74%
|
Hope Springs (2012) |
"
Even though it's sometimes difficult to watch, Streep, Jones, and Carell sparkle. This should be rewarded as one of the best of the year. Taylor is a screenwriter to watch."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Aug 10, 2012
|
|
10/10
|
95%
|
Marley (2012) |
"
You get to know Bob Marley, and that's terrific, but you don't get to know his music because it's only revealed in short clips, and that's a shame."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Apr 16, 2012
|
|
10/10
|
84%
|
My Week with Marilyn (2011) |
"
...well paced, with award quality acting and directing by Williams, Brannagh, and Curtis highlighted by beautiful color photography by Ben Smithard, a sure winner."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Nov 23, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
69%
|
Tower Heist (2011) |
"
...laugh out loud funny."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Nov 8, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
47%
|
The Mighty Macs (2011) |
"
Highlighted by Tim Chambers' script and tight directing, terrific acting, and Chuck Cohen's involving cinematography, this is a heartwarming film about fighting the odds and hanging in there."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Oct 18, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
91%
|
Point Blank (2011) |
"
On a scale of 10, this is an 11."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Aug 3, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
93%
|
Midnight in Paris (2011) |
"
The story and dialogue are funny and striking; the costumes exceptional; the ambience superb. Wilson, Cotillard, and Stoll give award-quality performances."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted May 20, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
84%
|
Jane Eyre (2011) |
"
With spellbinding romantic performances by Wasikowska and Fassbender as her elusive love, some guys might find this slow, but I was completely blown away."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Mar 13, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
73%
|
The Adjustment Bureau (2011) |
"
Highlighted by the wonderful Emily Blunt and George Nolfi's fine direction this is a splendid romantic excursion into science fiction."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Mar 11, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
56%
|
Unknown (2011) |
"
...a non-stop, high tension thriller that doesn't let up until the end. "
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Feb 25, 2011
|
|
10/10
|
86%
|
Unstoppable (2010) |
"
A slam-bang winner. The screening room shook with Bill Kaplan's awesome sound as the huge trains sped down the tracks."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Nov 11, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
54%
|
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest (2010) |
"
Despite having less action and more talk than the first two thrillers in this trilogy, Noomi Rapace's acting and Jacob Groth's score enhance the tension."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Oct 29, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
96%
|
The Social Network (2010) |
"
Eisenberg gives a performance so captivating that I could sit through the movie again, just to watch him."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Oct 4, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
75%
|
Nanny McPhee Returns (2010) |
"
A wonderful adventure-farce, with a terrific script and performance by Emma Thompson, the music, color, CGI-created animals, cinematography, and message are magical."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Aug 19, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
66%
|
The Karate Kid (2010) |
"
I cringed when I saw the 2:20 run time, but this is terrifically entertaining, full of fine performances and wonderful scenery."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jun 10, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
91%
|
Joan Rivers: A Piece Of Work (2010) |
"
...had me laughing uncontrollably."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Jun 10, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
82%
|
Solitary Man (2010) |
"
Douglas' performance should not take anything away from this terrific cast."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted May 21, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
91%
|
The Secret in Their Eyes (El Secreto de Sus Ojos) (2010) |
"
The best movie I've seen so far this year."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted May 5, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
97%
|
The Hurt Locker (2009) |
"
The fact that Bigelow could make such a realistic war movie without the actual combat experience that directors like William Wellman had makes this even more remarkable."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Feb 11, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
58%
|
Edge of Darkness (2010) |
"
Even though Gibson gives a fine performance, this film succeeds because of Director Martin Campbell, who keeps the pace up and the tension rising."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Feb 4, 2010
|
|
10/10
|
76%
|
The Young Victoria (2009) |
"
Emily Blunt finally gets a chance to blossom into the star representative of her talent in this highly entertaining film."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Dec 27, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
91%
|
Crazy Heart (2009) |
"
Although the romance between Bridges and Gyllenhaal didn't pass the smell test, I could overlook that because the acting, music, and cinematography mesmerized me."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Dec 18, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
85%
|
Me and Orson Welles (2009) |
"
This is a film that will delight those who, like me, exult in hesternal excitements, a brilliant recreation of Welles in 1937 highlighted by terrific music."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Nov 29, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
66%
|
The Blind Side (2009) |
"
Sandra Bullock finally reaches her potential in this heart-warming true story,...a terrific movie."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Nov 28, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
94%
|
An Education (2009) |
"
Sensitively directed by Lone Sherfig, with terrific performances by Mulligan, Sarsgaard, and Olivia Williams, this is one of the best films of the year."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Oct 15, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
78%
|
The Informant! (2009) |
"
...film making at its best...driven by Marvin Hamlisch's spectacular score."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Sep 23, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
13%
|
The Ugly Truth (2009) |
"
Laugh out loud funny; every guy should drag his girlfriend to this movie. Women may laugh at what Butler says, but they should take notes."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jul 22, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
87%
|
500 Days of Summer (2009) |
"
Highlighted by sparkling performances by Deschanel and Gordon-Levitt, everything about this movie is terrific."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Jul 16, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
91%
|
Every Little Step (2009) |
"
If you like Broadway, this is a movie you cannot miss."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted May 3, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
84%
|
Tyson (2009) |
"
Whatever you thought of Mike Tyson, this exceptional, fascinating film presents his story with all his warts in his own words."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Apr 24, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
88%
|
Adventureland (2009) |
"
A film that rates right up there with Hollywood's best romances. Kristen Stewart deserves an Oscar nomination, as does writer-director Greg Mottola."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Apr 3, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
89%
|
Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 (2008) |
"
(W)hen Tommy Lee Jones...tells how funny his roommate, Al Gore, was, is asked for specifics, and gives them totally deadpan, I was laughing uncontrollably."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Mar 7, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
58%
|
Taken (2009) |
"
Wow! Director Pierre Morel delivers a non-stop, high tension thriller that never lets up."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Jan 29, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
49%
|
Donkey Punch (2008) |
"
An exciting, high-tensioned, fast-paced tale of seven people faced with life-altering decisions when removed from civilization in the mold of "Lord of the Flies.""
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Jan 23, 2009
|
|
10/10
|
73%
|
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) |
"
...this is a movie of such emotional poignancy that the excessive length didn't bother me that much."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Dec 28, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
62%
|
Changeling (2008) |
"
As good a movie as this is, and it is very good, and as true as it is, the star of the movie for me was the loving recreation of 1928 Los Angeles."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Oct 23, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
44%
|
Flawless (1999) |
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Oct 18, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
61%
|
The Duchess (2008) |
"
This riveting, beautifully acted and directed film ranks with the best I've seen this year to date."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Sep 18, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
94%
|
The Dark Knight (2008) |
"
Heath Ledger's bravura performance will glitter for as long as movies exist."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jul 17, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
94%
|
Ne le Dis à Personne (Tell No One) (2006) |
"
A gem of a thriller, the best film I've seen this year, by far."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jun 24, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
86%
|
Mongol (2008) |
"
With overwhelmingly beautiful cinematography on location, this is as good as any thriller and also a sweet love story...the best of film, one that entertains and educates."
—
Tolucan Times
Posted Jun 5, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
30%
|
Chaos Theory (2008) |
"
This is a spot on brilliant gem of film that goes from one unexpected surprise to another. It had me laughing uncontrollably at times."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Apr 12, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
56%
|
Flawless (2008) |
"
The filmmaking and acting are so good it tingled my spine."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Mar 27, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
90%
|
A Walk to Beautiful (2008) |
"
This is the real life that young African natives face, emotionally told by 5 young women, devastated and isolated by obstetric fistula, and their hopeful search for a cure."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Feb 10, 2008
|
|
10/10
|
46%
|
Cassandra's Dream (2007) |
"
Colin Farrell, Ewan McGregor, and Tom Wilkinson catch Woody Allen at the top of his game. The result is Allen's best work to date, and Farrell's best performance."
—
tonymedley.com
Posted Jan 18, 2008
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