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22%
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Erased (2013)
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"A cold and lifeless feature that offers a couple of good performances yet it fails to tell any sort of an intriguing story. "
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JimmyO
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87%
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Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
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"Loaded with wall-to-wall action, STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS is a blast of summer movie fun. While it's probably geared to a more mainstream audience, if Trekkies go in with an open mind, they'll probably love it. "
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Chris Bumbray
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77%
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Pieta (2013)
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"...as a character study and even as a thriller, PIETA creates an uneasy sense of dread heightened by the two terrific leads. "
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JimmyO
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37%
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Peeples (2013)
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"Better than pretty much everything else associated with Tyler Perry, but that's still not saying much. A talented cast is wasted. "
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Chris Bumbray
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50%
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The Great Gatsby (2013)
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" This one gets a marginal pass on the basis of Luhrmann's innovative use of 3D, the frenzied energy of the set-pieces, and DiCaprio's performance. "
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Chris Bumbray
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38%
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Aftershock (2013)
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"...if you think you are going to be witnessing something in the vein of your typical death and destruction flick like THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW or 2012, you will probably be horrified by the depravity on display. "
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JimmyO
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78%
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Iron Man 3 (2013)
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"Even though some purists may object to some of the twists and turns Black and company have managed to incorporate, for me, these twists are what makes IRON MAN 3 standout from the pack a bit"
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Chris Bumbray
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65%
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The Iceman (2013)
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"The Iceman is a tense dramatic thriller presenting a grim - yet seemingly more picturesque - portrayal of a cold and calculated killer, a role that is tailor made for the ferociously intense Michael Shannon."
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JimmyO
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55%
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The Reluctant Fundamentalist (2013)
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"Should have been thought-provoking, but the protagonist remains frustratingly enigmatic. "
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Chris Bumbray
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8%
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The Big Wedding (2013)
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"This is like a bad eighties-sitcom, with the characters acting in a way that suggests the film was written by aliens who've only ever heard humans speak though watching DVDs they found in a trash bin outside a suburban Wal-Mart."
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Chris Bumbray
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78%
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Iron Man 3 (2013)
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"Tony Stark's latest adventure is an enthusiastically exciting ride that never loses its humor or its edge."
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JimmyO
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47%
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Pain & Gain (2013)
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"With three fantastic lead performances and a healthy dose of style, those who can appreciate an action-packed black comedy will savor the ride."
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JimmyO
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0%
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The Colony (2013)
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"Fishburne's not enough to save this recycled, post-apocalyptic actioner. "
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Chris Bumbray
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56%
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Oblivion (2013)
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"An arresting mix of visuals and music (the M83 score is excellent) is boosted by a more ambitious and cerebral plot than you'd expect. Cruise and Riseborough are excellent. "
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Chris Bumbray
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4%
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Scary Movie 5 (2013)
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"When you find yourself wishing there was more Lindsay Lohan in a movie, you know it's bad. SCARY MOVIE 5 is so bad that a DJ spinning a pizza instead of a record is what passes for a sight gag. Or a woman having sex with a microwave..."
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Chris Bumbray
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77%
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42 (2013)
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"Reasonably good, but a better Robinson biopic could- and should- be made. "
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Chris Bumbray
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76%
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It's a Disaster (2013)
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"Imagine THE BIG CHILL crossed with RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR. Cleverly written and well-acted. If you like your comedy ultra-dark, this is worth checking out. "
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Chris Bumbray
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42%
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To The Wonder (2013)
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"This is not one of Malick's best works clearly, yet the beauty and skill it does offer may be worth revisiting."
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JimmyO
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68%
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Trance (2013)
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"Super stylish- this is Boyle having fun in his first straight-up thriller since SHALLOW GRAVE."
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Chris Bumbray
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62%
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Evil Dead (2013)
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"Dark and nasty. More of a companion piece to Raimi's original than an all-out remake. Very well done. Not for the faint of heart. "
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Chris Bumbray
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71%
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My Amityville Horror (2013)
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"If you're a skeptic like myself, this won't convince you, but it will provide some interesting insight into the type of people that spread these stories. "
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Chris Bumbray
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9%
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The Host (2013)
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"Not as excruciating as The Twilight Saga, but totally ludicrous, and packed with dopey dialogue."
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Chris Bumbray
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51%
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Welcome to the Punch (2013)
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"A super solid action flick. Strong and McAvoy are terrific, and the film oozes style. Fans of Michael Mann or vintage John Woo need to check this out. "
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Chris Bumbray
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28%
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G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013)
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"Silly, but fun. Much better than the first movie. Dwayne Johnson is the ideal hero for a larger-than-life movie like this one. "
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Chris Bumbray
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28%
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G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013)
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"It's getting to the point that we should just give Dwayne Johnson a shot at all the big summer blockbusters in need of repair. "
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JimmyO
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47%
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Olympus Has Fallen (2013)
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"...all action, and r-rated to boot!"
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Chris Bumbray
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43%
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Admission (2013)
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"Fey and Rudd are always likable, but ADMISSION is pretty safe and uninspired. "
|
Chris Bumbray
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66%
|
Spring Breakers (2013)
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"An absolute assault on the audience Korine seems to be trying to court, but is really subverting at every turn. Brilliant. "
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Chris Bumbray
|
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69%
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The Croods (2013)
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"This prehistoric tale may take a bit of time to really get going but by the end I was very happy to spend a little quality time with the other "modern stone-age family." "
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JimmyO
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40%
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The Call (2013)
|
"Better than you'd think. Two-thirds of a great thriller, but let down by a poor ending. "
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Chris Bumbray
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29%
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Upside Down (2013)
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"Upside Down may be flawed, yet it is a stunningly original work. Give me that over a typical cinematic romance any day. "
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JimmyO
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36%
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Dead Man Down (2013)
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"Three great action scenes and stellar acting from Farrell and Rapace make this a very solid thriller. "
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Chris Bumbray
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60%
|
Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)
|
"Great visuals, but Franco is miscast as a silver-tongued huckster. The story is also fairly blah. "
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Chris Bumbray
|
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65%
|
Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey (2013)
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"Everyman's Journey is a fun and occasionally inspiring look at a man given the chance to live his dreams that you can sing along with"
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JimmyO
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13%
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The Last Exorcism Part II (2013)
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"An average and dull thriller..."
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JimmyO
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27%
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21 And Over (2013)
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"Inconsistent, but mostly funny."
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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25%
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Phantom (2013)
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"A rehash of other, better movies- but for what it is, it's not bad."
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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52%
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Jack the Giant Slayer (2013)
|
"Good fun, with lots of swashbuckling and a scene-stealing turn by Stanley Tucci. "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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35%
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Dark Skies (2013)
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"DARK SKIES may not be groundbreaking, but there are worse ways to spend a bargain matinee at the movies."
|
JimmyO
|
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58%
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Snitch (2013)
|
"A surprisingly gritty, low-key thriller. Highly recommended"
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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15%
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A Good Day To Die Hard (2013)
|
"I had a decent time but I'm hoping next time we get a little bit of that old reliable John McClane back... and yes, I hope there is a next time."
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JimmyO
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15%
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A Good Day To Die Hard (2013)
|
"Easily the worst of the series- by a long shot. Makes LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD look like a classic. "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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13%
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Safe Haven (2013)
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"Even as a date movie it's a failure. Stay home and rent The Notebook instead."
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Chris Bumbray
|
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67%
|
Die Hard 2 (1990)
|
"While this sequel may not rise to the heights of the classic first, it is still a damn fine flick with lots to love. "
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JimmyO
|
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45%
|
Beautiful Creatures (2013)
|
" Maybe the books are a fun read for kids, but the movie is pretty dull."
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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94%
|
Die Hard (1988)
|
"DIE HARD is a classic film. Simply put, every single thing works."
|
JimmyO
|
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16%
|
A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III (2013)
|
"A campy riff on 8 1/2 that doesn't really work, despite a cool visual style, and game performances from Sheen and Murray. "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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86%
|
Breathe In ()
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"A bit familar, but the acting is excellent- especially from Guy Pearce. "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
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80%
|
Warm Bodies (2013)
|
"Lots of fun. Hoult and Palmer make an enaging, likable pair- even if one of them is "undead". "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
|
100%
|
Kill Your Darlings ()
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"A fresh, invigorating look at the Beat Poets. "
|
Chris Bumbray
|
87%
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