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97%
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Gravity (2013)
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"Perhaps the most remarkable thing is how the film makes the infinite vastness of outer space feel so intimate."
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Todd Jorgenson
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8%
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Runner Runner (2013)
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"The eye rolls are plentiful during this far-fetched thriller that provides little insight into corruption in the high-stakes world of online gambling."
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Todd Jorgenson
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47%
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Parkland (2013)
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"It's only mildly successful in its attempt to recapture the chaotic events of that day, in part because the film itself is so chaotic in terms of its structure and focus."
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Todd Jorgenson
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63%
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Pulling Strings (2013)
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"Subtlety and surprise are thrown out the window in this far-fetched Mexican romantic comedy."
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Todd Jorgenson
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76%
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Concussion (2013)
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"Weigert's performance resonates with authenticity, even if the plot mechanics become frustrating."
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Todd Jorgenson
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68%
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Bad Milo! (2013)
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"The concept runs out of gas well before the end despite the best efforts of Marino and an eclectic supporting cast."
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Todd Jorgenson
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50%
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All Is Bright (2013)
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"It's certainly missing some holiday cheer."
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Todd Jorgenson
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88%
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Rush (2013)
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"Morgan knows his stuff behind the wheel, but also is smart enough to realize the more compelling drama comes off the track."
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Todd Jorgenson
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82%
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Don Jon (2013)
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"The screenplay is generally predictable in its story of redemption, and it doesn't have an ounce of subtlety."
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Todd Jorgenson
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18%
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Baggage Claim (2013)
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"The film is aggressively shallow and superficial in its attitude toward contemporary romance, and it hardly presents a realistic portrayal of the plight of single women. But at least it's equally insulting to members of both genders."
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Todd Jorgenson
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85%
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We Are What We Are (2013)
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"This deliberately paced remake of the superior 2010 Mexican film of the same name has some stylish atmospheric touches, although it could use more of the twisted sense of humor it only flashes in spurts."
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Todd Jorgenson
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94%
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Muscle Shoals (2013)
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"The film mixes an impressive array of interviews with plentiful archival footage."
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Todd Jorgenson
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91%
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Inequality For All (2013)
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"The film makes no secret of its liberal political leanings and activist goals, which means it likely will only preach to the converted."
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Todd Jorgenson
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81%
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Prisoners (2013)
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"It remains gripping because of the realistic grounding of its characters and the raw vulnerability in the performances."
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Todd Jorgenson
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5%
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Battle of the Year (2013)
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"Like those it imitates, the film includes some energetic dance sequences and formulaic plotting that culminate in the obligatory final competition."
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Todd Jorgenson
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50%
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Thanks For Sharing (2013)
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"The film settles into a more predictable pattern in the second half, when each of its three stories plays out an inevitable conflict that causes their demons to manifest themselves in melodramatic ways before allowing for a chance at redemption."
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Todd Jorgenson
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42%
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Zaytoun (2013)
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"... never strikes the right balance of comedy and melodrama, and winds up trivializing the plight of his characters in the process."
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Todd Jorgenson
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51%
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A Single Shot (2013)
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"A fascinating lead character can't overcome the familiarity of this atmospheric low-budget thriller."
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Todd Jorgenson
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60%
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+1 (2013)
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"This bizarre attempt to mix elements of a teen sex comedy with a supernatural thriller really doesn't succeed at either one, despite some amusing moments."
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Todd Jorgenson
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71%
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C.O.G. (2013)
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"The sardonic humor hits the mark more often than not, and Groff brings sympathy to an otherwise smug and pretentious character."
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Todd Jorgenson
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35%
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Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013)
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"It relies on cheap thrills and fails to generate consistent suspense, while lacking the sharp sense of humor that kept the first film from bogging down."
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Todd Jorgenson
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84%
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Blue Caprice (2013)
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"It smartly avoids trying to make some grand political statement, while also not turning the perpetrators into victims. It's more concerned with the psychology leading up to the crime than the physical violence."
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Todd Jorgenson
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83%
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The Patience Stone (2013)
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"Farahani's central performance radiates with authenticity."
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Todd Jorgenson
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31%
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Austenland (2013)
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"It's generally lacking the wit and charm that Austen herself likely would have brought to the same material."
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Todd Jorgenson
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81%
|
Ain't Them Bodies Saints (2013)
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"The well-acted film is rich in visual texture and subtle details, and its deliberate pace rewards viewer patience."
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Todd Jorgenson
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45%
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And While We Were Here (2013)
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"The scenery is more captivating than the drama."
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Todd Jorgenson
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33%
|
The Family (2013)
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"It runs out of gas before transitioning awkwardly into a revenge drama in the final act, brought about by a series of eye-rolling twists."
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Todd Jorgenson
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92%
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Sample This (2013)
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"The film is nearly as fun as the song."
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Todd Jorgenson
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71%
|
Money for Nothing: Inside the Federal Reserve (2013)
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"It's generally compelling, even if the film seems to target the financially savvy more than the working-class folks who are most affected by the events it chronicles."
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Todd Jorgenson
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33%
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Jayne Mansfield's Car (2013)
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"The inconsistent tone and melodramatic tendencies unfortunately cancel out strong portrayals."
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Todd Jorgenson
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34%
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Salinger (2013)
|
"Instead of providing answers about the author's influences and creative process, there is only speculation."
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Todd Jorgenson
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15%
|
Winnie Mandela (2013)
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"The audacity and determination of its subject doesn't find its way into this shallow and superficial biopic."
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Todd Jorgenson
|
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34%
|
Touchy Feely (2013)
|
"A sharp ensemble cast cannot rescue this woefully contrived drama about a family struggling with connections and commitment."
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Todd Jorgenson
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75%
|
Populaire (2013)
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"There's a breezy throwback quality that adds a modest level of amusement and visual flair to this otherwise predictable French romantic comedy."
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Todd Jorgenson
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91%
|
Our Nixon (2013)
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"... offers an intimate behind-the-scenes glimpse into the White House during tumultuous times, especially the foolish chain of events that led to Nixon's downfall."
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Todd Jorgenson
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3%
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Getaway (2013)
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"The main concern for viewers will be whether the car survives all the mayhem, or at least whether insurance will cover all the damages."
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Todd Jorgenson
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34%
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Passion (2013)
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"... doesn't improve on its predecessor, and ultimately experiences some of the same pitfalls."
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Todd Jorgenson
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13%
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The Lifeguard (2013)
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"The film strains to be hip and edgy in its exploration of catharsis through starting over, and its central relationship feels more contrived than authentic."
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Todd Jorgenson
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56%
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Instructions Not Included (2013)
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"It doesn't transition smoothly between comedy and drama, and the constant mugging of Derbez becomes as tiresome as his character's lack of common sense."
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Todd Jorgenson
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69%
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I Declare War (2013)
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"... feels more like a sociological experiment than compelling drama."
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Todd Jorgenson
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59%
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Afternoon Delight (2013)
|
"It's not exactly a manual on responsible parenting, but hardly the tribute to female empowerment it aspires to be, either."
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Todd Jorgenson
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46%
|
Closed Circuit (2013)
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"Provocative yet muddled, it's a character-driven thriller with more talk than action."
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Todd Jorgenson
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89%
|
The World's End (2013)
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"Pegg's character is obnoxious yet strangely charming, sort of like the movie, which ultimately provides more smiles than big laughs."
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Todd Jorgenson
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74%
|
The Grandmaster (2013)
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"The attention to period detail supplements the unique perspective, and should allow aficionados to gain a greater respect and appreciation for the origins of martial arts through the story of a legend."
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Todd Jorgenson
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75%
|
You're Next (2013)
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"... not especially original or complex, but it might deliver the goods for genre aficionados."
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Todd Jorgenson
|
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99%
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Short Term 12 (2013)
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"... sidesteps cheap sentimentality to create a bittersweet yet heartwarming tale without any clear-cut heroes or villains."
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Todd Jorgenson
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62%
|
Scenic Route (2013)
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"Just because moviegoers begin to know these characters intimately doesn't mean they like them, or care whether they perish in the harsh conditions."
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Todd Jorgenson
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8%
|
Savannah (2013)
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"Despite some fine performances, the film has difficulty finding a consistent tone, and the well-intentioned script emphasizes melodrama and sentimentality."
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Todd Jorgenson
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80%
|
Drinking Buddies (2013)
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"A capable cast helps bolster this otherwise slight drama about sexual tension and wandering eyes."
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Todd Jorgenson
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12%
|
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
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"Who cares about a life-or-death battle with evil spirits when there's angst-ridden teen relationship drama in the mix?"
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Todd Jorgenson
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