Daniel Wible

Biography: |
Film Critic, Film Threat
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Publications: | Film Threat |
Movie Reviews Only
Rating | T-Meter | Title | Year | Review |
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2/5 | 52% | Strangers with Candy (2005) |
Diehards will rejoice, while haters will probably not be converted.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Jun 3, 2006
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3/5 | No Score Yet | Waiting for NESARA (2005) |
Mostly fascinating and sometimes maddening, but never dull.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted May 2, 2006
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3/5 | 96% | Romántico (2006) |
Romantico works best as a beautifully executed and inspirational work of self-sacrifice.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Mar 4, 2006
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5/5 | 56% | What Is It? (2005) |
If you're like me, i.e. an abnormally functioning film critic, you're likely to find it fascinating and utterly hilarious.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Dec 6, 2005
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3/5 | 79% | How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer (2008) |
This is a quaint little film that's easily overlooked, but a savory, lazy-day treat if noticed and given a chance.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Dec 6, 2005
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4/5 | 79% | Why We Fight (2006) |
Why We Fight truly is Fahrenheit 9/11 without the gimmicks, emotional chokehold, or hullabaloo (at least not yet).‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Dec 6, 2005
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3/5 | 66% | Bright Young Things (2004) |
The film is a breezy and likable enough entertainment, especially for those of us unfamiliar with Waugh's original.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Dec 6, 2005
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3.5/5 | 83% | Swimmers (2005) |
If you're a lover of the finest in film acting and potent drama, Swimmers is one of those 'smaller' films you won't want to miss.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Dec 6, 2005
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3.5/5 | 89% | The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2006) |
The film is virtually overflowing with truly memorable scenes of great humor, pain, and inspiration.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Oct 8, 2005
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3/5 | 75% | The Matador (2006) |
The Matador has that shiny sheen that quickly fades, yet is still fun while it lasts.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Sep 24, 2005
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3.5/5 | 98% | Mountain Patrol (Kekexili) (2006) |
A richly cinematic chronicle/harrowing survival tale of these brave souls, set against a truly breathtaking backdrop.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Aug 7, 2005
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3.5/5 | No Score Yet | Yard Sale (2005) |
One of the funniest, most affecting films I've seen all year.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Apr 9, 2005
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3.5/5 | 82% | Me and You and Everyone We Know (2005) |
Me and You and Everyone We Know is a real treasure in the guise of yet another Sundance dramedy (dare I say romantic comedy?) about quirky characters populating a quirky world.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Mar 15, 2005
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3/5 | 49% | Rory O'Shea Was Here (2005) |
The real pleasure of Rory O'Shea is its superb cast of mostly unknowns, particularly Romola Garai.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Jan 25, 2005
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2.5/5 | 22% | 9 Dead Gay Guys (2002) |
9DGG wants in the worst way to shock and offend the viewer. Unfortunately though, the film's really a big softy (no pun intended, of course) dressed up in the campy drag of an outrageous farce.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Apr 13, 2004
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3.5/5 | 80% | Last Dance (2002) |
I'll admit: I've never had much exposure to, or interest in, the world of interpretive dance. While I'm not necessarily a convert, I am grateful for at least the brief exposure to this stunning form of art.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Jun 18, 2003
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3.5/5 | 57% | Irréversible (2002) |
Only for those with strong stomachs and an appetite for seriously subversive fare.‐ Film Threat
Read More | Posted Apr 1, 2003
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