Jackie K. Cooper
Tomatometer-approved critic
| Publications: | Entertainment Insiders, jackiekcooper.com, Huffington Post |
| Critics' Group: | Broadcast Film Critics Association, Southeastern Film Critics Association |
Movie Reviews Only
| Rating | T-Meter | Title | Year | Review |
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| 8/10 | 79% | Instant Family (2018) |
The casting could not be better, and the story will warm even the Grinch's heart. This one is in for the long run and should keep audiences happy until Santa comes to call.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Nov 17, 2018
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| 9/10 | 62% | Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) |
Rami Malek and the entire cast performances are pitch perfect. And then there is the power of the music! This is must see moviemaking at its best.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Nov 3, 2018
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| 7/10 | 41% | Don't Go (2018) |
Strong performances by Stephen Dorff and Melissa George plus a haunting script make this a hunt out and see movie.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 29, 2018
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| 7/10 | 72% | Indivisible (2018) |
"Indivisible" is a faith based film that should entertain both believers and non-believers. Plus it has a cast that is a "Grey's Anatomy" reunion.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 28, 2018
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| 4/10 | 0% | London Fields (2018) |
Imagine Amber Heard and Johnny Depp in the same room. No, Well imagine them in the same movie. That is "London Fields," a movie that is not good but is quirky - and that might find it a semblance of an audience.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 27, 2018
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| 7/10 | No Score Yet | Small Group (2018) |
An enjoyable faith based film from writer/director/co-star Matt Chastain. He hits just the right notes of drama combined with humor, and it should please the choir and others.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 22, 2018
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| 7/10 | 55% | Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer (2018) |
An amazing film about the arrest and trial of Dr. Kermit Gosnell who performed abortions under the most dire and unsanitary conditions. Whether Pro-Life or Pro-Choice this movie should be seen.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 19, 2018
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| 5/10 | 88% | First Man (2018) |
Chazelle drained all of the emotion out of the film and replaced it with a barrage of close ups of Goslings face in a space helmet. What is left is a cold, mechanical movie that praises the space effort but dehumanizes the participants.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 13, 2018
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| 5/10 | 29% | Venom (2018) |
Hardy and Williams have talent to spare but it isn't on display in this walk through it movie. The only talent showing is the special effects crew. Venom is a B-grade Marvel hero.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 9, 2018
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| 9/10 | 90% | A Star Is Born (2018) |
Gaga is good but Bradley Cooper is definitely the star of "A Star Is Born". Also worthy of strong praise are Sam Elliott and Andrew Dice Clay.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 6, 2018
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| 6/10 | 30% | Passengers (2016) |
I scored it six out of 10.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 5, 2018
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| 6/10 | 17% | Assassin's Creed (2016) |
It's got a lot of action to it; it doesn't require a lot of acting so I don't know why they wanted to get a cast this big.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 5, 2018
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| 7/10 | 72% | Sing (2016) |
It's just amazing that [the cast] can act vocally and sing.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 5, 2018
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| 7/10 | 91% | La La Land (2016) |
It's a lot of music and dancing in the movie and [the stars] aren't great at either; they're okay but not great.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 5, 2018
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| 4/10 | 74% | Landline (2017) |
The cast is talented but they have all been led in the wrong direction.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Oct 3, 2018
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| 7/10 | 33% | Little Women (2018) |
A modern day version of "Little Women" has to be one of the cheesiest ideas ever considered, but by golly they did it - and did it up right thanks to a fresh and talented cast.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Sep 27, 2018
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| 7/10 | 70% | The Children Act (2018) |
A multi-layered film full of surprises. Emma Thompson shines as a woman in despair.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Sep 20, 2018
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| 6/10 | 38% | Unbroken: Path to Redemption (2018) |
Good story about a great survivor. Still the movie needs some star power to lure in an audience.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Sep 15, 2018
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| 7/10 | 84% | The Wife (2018) |
Glen Close shines in a role seemingly tailor made for her, She and Jonathan Pryce head the cast and that is double good fortune for the audiences. Only negative is the lack of motivation shown as to why the characters act as they do in their marriage.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Sep 7, 2018
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| 7/10 | 67% | Beautifully Broken (2018) |
This is a faith based film based on true events. It delivers its message even if the performances are not all that strong.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Sep 5, 2018
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| 6/10 | 30% | Kin (2018) |
What it lacks in dramatic impact it makes up being original. That's a real plus in these days of sequels, prequels, remakes and reboots.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Aug 31, 2018
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| 2/10 | 23% | The Happytime Murders (2018) |
Melissa plus pornographic puppets equals a movie that doesn't please anyone. Remember friends don't let friends go see "The Happytime Murders".‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Aug 26, 2018
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| 6/10 | 82% | Puzzle (2018) |
Slow in its telling but strong in its acting. "Puzzle" will appeal to movie purists but not the everyday moviegoer.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Aug 17, 2018
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| 7/10 | 97% | Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018) |
A good movie but maybe one or two too many races, chases, etc.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Aug 1, 2018
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| 7/10 | 53% | Woman Walks Ahead (2018) |
Jessica Chastain and Michael Greyeyes are perfect for their roles, as is the entire supporting cast. Add in great cinematography and musical score and you have a very entertaining film.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Jul 21, 2018
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| 8/10 | 88% | Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018) |
A lot of humor and the entire movie is geared to a family audience. My favorite of the Marvel movies. It is MARVEL-ous!‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Jul 8, 2018
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| 8/10 | 86% | Upgrade (2018) |
I was totally unprepared for how good this movie is. A great script that incorporates elements of "Death Wish" and "Robocop"as well as a spot on performance by Logan Marshall-Green.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Jun 2, 2018
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| 5/10 | 70% | Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) |
What in Alden Ehrenreich's resume convinced someone he could be the next Han Solo! Star making role that just fizzled. But long live Chewy.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted May 27, 2018
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| 4/10 | 83% | Deadpool 2 (2018) |
Everything new and fresh in the first is old and trite in the sequel.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted May 22, 2018
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| 4/10 | 86% | Tully (2018) |
"Tully" raises more questions than it answers and that is a good thing and a bad thing. Good because it provides food for discussion; bad because it makes the film confusing and disappointing.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted May 6, 2018
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| 5/10 | 84% | Avengers: Infinity War (2018) |
Too long, too dark, too confusing - and it should state up front it is part one of a "to be continued" movie. The humor helps you endure the overrunning length. ‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Apr 27, 2018
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| 7/10 | 50% | The Miracle Season (2018) |
"The Miracle Season" is an inspiring family film but there is no draw except word of mouth. If those entertained spread the word then this little film could find its audience.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Apr 13, 2018
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| 8/10 | 95% | A Quiet Place (2018) |
"A Quiet Place" is this year's "Get Out,"an implausible film that portends to be one of the year's best.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Apr 7, 2018
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| 4/10 | 72% | Ready Player One (2018) |
Another disappointment from Steven Spielberg. He has come a long way down from the heart warming charm of "E T" to this cold and brassy virtual reality escapade.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 30, 2018
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| 6/10 | 80% | Unsane (2018) |
An interesting plot plus a sharp performance by Claire Foy elevates this movie above the average.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 30, 2018
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| 4/10 | 44% | Pacific Rim Uprising (2018) |
John Boyega and Scott Eastwood are two good actors looking for the reason they starred in this loser.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Mar 23, 2018
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| 8/10 | 63% | I Can Only Imagine (2018) |
The emotional impact of this film is powerful thanks to its central theme of redemption, plus strong performances by J MIchael Finley and always reliable actor Dennis Quaid,‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 18, 2018
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| 6/10 | 45% | The Hurricane Heist (2018) |
It all plays out in a fast and furious manner. For a good time forget the logic and just go with the flow. It is more fun than you expect it to be.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 10, 2018
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| 7/10 | 47% | Red Sparrow (2018) |
Slow pacing and a good but not great performance by Jennifer Lawrence detract from the movie, but the twists and turns plus a strong supporting cast lift it up to above average status.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 4, 2018
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| 5/10 | 17% | Death Wish (2018) |
The story is still compelling but Bruce Willis and Director Eli Roth do not add anything to it. The old cocky, charming Bruce is nowhere in sight.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Mar 4, 2018
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| 7/10 | 97% | Black Panther (2018) |
Chadwick Boseman is the star of the movie but he is fighting a losing battle against scene stealers such as Michael B Jordan, Letitia Wright and Sterling K. Brown.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Feb 16, 2018
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| 4/10 | 25% | Samson (2018) |
No passion allowed in this story of seduction and betrayal. This is the sanitized version that can easily be shown in churches.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Feb 15, 2018
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| 4/10 | 91% | Phantom Thread (2018) |
If this is Daniel Day-Lewis' last film performance he leaves us with a mess.‐ jackiekcooper.com
Read More | Posted Jan 25, 2018
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| 9/10 | 84% | Wonder (2017) |
Everything about this movie is wonder-ful especially its message..‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Dec 22, 2017
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| 10/10 | 55% | The Greatest Showman (2017) |
Great acting, great music, good plot. Unlike "La La Land" this movie hits all the right notes.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Dec 22, 2017
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| 8/10 | 78% | Last Flag Flying (2017) |
A heartfelt story about male friendship. Carell, Fishbourne and especially Cranston are all at the top of their game.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Dec 12, 2017
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| 8/10 | 52% | Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) |
It is basically a one man show but when the one man is Denzel Washington at his best, then the movie soars.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Nov 16, 2017
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| 7/10 | 44% | The Star (2017) |
The Christmas Story told from a donkey's perspective makes for a fun filled, heart-warming animated movie. Surprisingly good.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Nov 14, 2017
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| 19% | Daddy's Home 2 (2017) |
It is funny and touching, full of characters we can all love a little.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Nov 13, 2017
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| 8/10 | 87% | Only the Brave (2017) |
Takes a true heroic story and does it justice. This is moviemaking as it is supposed to be.‐ Huffington Post
Read More | Posted Oct 24, 2017
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