John Tan

John Tan's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at the following Tomatometer-approved publication(s):
The New Paper (Singapore)
Publications:
The New Paper (Singapore)
Movie Reviews Only
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3/5 | 41% | Stuber (2019) |
[D]espite the weak action, Stuber still drives home the laughs. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 21, 2019
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1/5 | No Score Yet | The Rookies (2019) |
The Rookies is an incoherent mess. It has passable action and very flashy editing, but characters are paper-thin, with little depth and unclear motivations. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 16, 2019
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2.5/5 | 86% | Birthday (Saeng-il) (2019) |
Birthday promises to be a tearjerker, but does not live up to it. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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3.5/5 | 94% | Kingdom (2019) |
Kingdom is effectively a comic book movie, with all the pomp and bombast we have come to expect. Showcasing a dash of Hong Kong gongfu moves and realistic swordplay, it is a fun adventure boasting tight action and engaging set pieces. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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2.5/5 | 33% | Anna (2019) |
Despite its flaws and some LGBT representation that eventually falls flat, Anna can still be an entertaining and titillating experience for those who just want to switch their brains off. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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3/5 | 66% | Fisherman's Friends (2020) |
Fisherman's Friends is as predictable as the tides, but more than makes up for it with heart and charm. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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2.5/5 | 83% | Line Walker 2: Invisible Spy (2019) |
[T]his Hong Kong police action film has the potential to be a compelling tale about brotherhood but is gunned down by shoddy writing. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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4/5 | 44% | The Divine Fury (2019) |
The Divine Fury delivers grounded action along with fun horror elements that are reminiscent of the Blade movies. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Aug 14, 2019
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2/5 | 57% | The White Storm 2: Drug Lords (2019) |
[T]he action is comically over the top, giving the entire enterprise a soulless and manufactured quality. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Jul 10, 2019
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3/5 | 75% | Chasing the Dragon 2: Wild Wild Bunch (2019) |
Leung's Logan brings an admirable amount of camp, making him the most entertaining character in the film - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted Jun 13, 2019
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1/5 | 29% | The Silence (2019) |
What should be the emotional core falls flat, with her story only vaguely alluded to and a lack of any meaningful progression in their relationship. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted May 30, 2019
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2.5/5 | 61% | The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019) |
The Secret Life Of Pets 2 is a pared-down version of the original, with a simple message at its heart: Even pets have to find their own courage. It is perfect for children but adults may have to stifle a yawn or two. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted May 30, 2019
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3/5 | 61% | Greta (2019) |
Greta will not break any genre conventions, but it is a pretty package. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted May 23, 2019
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3/5 | 68% | Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019) |
Reynolds gives an electric performance, bringing Pikachu to life. It feels like he was instructed to repeat his Deadpool shtick, but to make it family-friendly. - The New Paper (Singapore)
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| Posted May 17, 2019
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