Roger Tennis

Tomatometer-approved critic

Biography:

Been in the entertainment industry since 1966. A movie critic and cinema expert from the Phoenix, AZ area and member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association and co-founder of the Phoenix Film Critics Society. Creator & co-producer of the popular TV series, CLIPS (Cinema Lovers Information Program Series).

Favorites:

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN, FORBIDDEN PLANET, THE SATAN BUG, SONG OF THE SOUTH and SHANE

Publications: Cinemaclips.com

Critics' Group: Broadcast Film Critics Association, Phoenix Film Critics Society

Location: Tempe, AZ

Official Websites: http://cinemaclips.com

Movie Reviews Only

Movies

	T-Meter	Title \| Year	Review
4/5	68%	Joker (2019)	Joaquin Phoenix aces the role of 'Joker'. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Oct 3, 2019
4/5	85%	Downton Abbey (2019)	'Downton Abbey' is a royal treat for moviegoers. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Sep 19, 2019
3/5	63%	It Chapter Two (2019)	'It Chapter Two' supplies King-sized chills. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Sep 5, 2019
3.5/5	82%	Official Secrets (2019)	The revealing 'Official Secrets' is intelligent entertainment. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Sep 5, 2019
4/5	96%	The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)	Impressive performances lend credibility to this fanciful journey. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 22, 2019
3/5	39%	Angel Has Fallen (2019)	The energetic 'Angel Has Fallen' rises to the occasion. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 22, 2019
2/5	22%	The Kitchen (2019)	'The Kitchen' is lacking in fine cinematic cuisine. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 8, 2019
3/5	67%	Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)	Even without Diesel, 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw' never runs out of fuel. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 1, 2019
4.5/5	85%	Once Upon a Time In Hollywood (2019)	'Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood' is a tale well told. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 25, 2019
3/5	53%	The Lion King (2019)	Astounding visuals rule in this new version of 'The Lion King'. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 18, 2019
3.5/5	90%	Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)	Twisty surprises, humorous teen angst and a dose of sci-fi action spin a more lighthearted tale than the last Marvel epic. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 1, 2019
4/5	62%	Yesterday (2019)	All of the elements magically come together. I believe in 'Yesterday'. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 27, 2019
4/5	97%	Toy Story 4 (2019)	Toying with us again, Disney/Pixar applies another fresh coat of paint. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 20, 2019
2/5	23%	Men in Black International (2019)	With or without the neuralyzer, 'Men in Black: International' is forgettable. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 13, 2019
2.5/5	23%	Dark Phoenix (2019)	Falling somewhere in the middle of this series' quality and enjoyment, 'Dark Phoenix' is 'X-Men'-light. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 6, 2019
4/5	94%	Echo In the Canyon (2019)	'Echo in the Canyon' resonates with good vibrations. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 5, 2019
4/5	89%	Rocketman (2019)	Dazzling musical numbers, sets and costumes sparkle on the big screen in a biopic that truly captivates. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 31, 2019
2.5/5	41%	Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)	This monster-sized, expensive-looking "B" popcorn movie delivers exactly what the trailers promise. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 30, 2019
3/5	57%	Aladdin (2019)	'Aladdin' is a princely spectacle. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 23, 2019
3/5	90%	John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019)	Buckets of bloody gore and an endless stream of kick-butt battles fuel another satisfying entry in this killer series. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 16, 2019
3/5	81%	Long Shot (2019)	Chemistry between the stars and a humorous script make this predictable romantic comedy a lightweight pleasure. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 2, 2019
4/5	94%	Avengers: Endgame (2019)	The fantastic 'Avengers: Endgame' entertains with a vengeance. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Apr 25, 2019
4/5	92%	Disneynature: Penguins (2019)	Breathtaking cinematography coupled with a heartfelt story make this engaging documentary one of the best Disneynature films. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Apr 10, 2019
4/5	90%	Shazam! (2019)	With just one word, 'Shazam!' becomes a winner for the DC Extended Universe. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Apr 4, 2019
4/5	75%	Hotel Mumbai (2019)	Even though the outcome is known, tension throughout makes this a riveting thriller. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 28, 2019
3/5	47%	Dumbo (2019)	'Dumbo' takes center ring as a crowd-pleasing event. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 28, 2019
3/5	57%	The Hummingbird Project (2019)	'The Hummingbird Project' flies thanks to its stars. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 21, 2019
3/5	78%	Captain Marvel (2019)	'Captain Marvel' earns its stripes in the MCU. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 7, 2019
3/5	61%	Alita: Battle Angel (2019)	For pure thrills, 'Alita: Battle Angel' is a devilishly good time. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 14, 2019
3/5	70%	Cold Pursuit (2019)	'Cold Pursuit' is a diverting chiller. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 7, 2019
3/5	89%	The Kid Who Would Be King (2019)	'The Kid Who Would Be King' takes the crown as magical family entertainment. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 25, 2019
2/5	37%	Glass (2019)	Overlong, and with no satisfying payoff, 'Glass' is broken. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 17, 2019
4/5	93%	Stan & Ollie (2019)	Remarkable performances dominate this loving tribute to Laurel & Hardy. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 10, 2019
4/5	79%	Mary Poppins Returns (2018)	New songs, endearing characters and fabulous hand-drawn animation make this cheery delight a worthy follow-up to the captivating original. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Dec 18, 2018
4/5	89%	Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018)	As cartoon sequels go, this ingenious romp is a game changer. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 20, 2018
3/5	33%	The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018)	'The Nutcracker and the Four Realms' is a sweet spectacle. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 1, 2018
3/5	61%	Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)	Buoyed by the infectious Queen soundtrack and Rami Malek's killer performance, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' will rock you. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 1, 2018
4/5	87%	First Man (2018)	Ryan Gosling and director Damien Chazelle strike movie gold again as they depart La La Land for outer space. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Oct 11, 2018
3/5	66%	The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018)	A witchy brew of laughs and chills energizes this family Halloween treat. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Sep 20, 2018
3/5	85%	A Simple Favor (2018)	Pitch perfect performances from Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively raise the bar on this simply entertaining mystery. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Sep 13, 2018
4/5	80%	Alpha (2018)	'Alpha' is a fetching adventure. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 16, 2018
3/5	46%	The Meg (2018)	Lively action, thrills and a few laughs (some unintentional) keep this summer popcorn cruncher afloat. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 9, 2018
3/5	73%	Christopher Robin (2018)	Whimsical characters and an uplifting story put some bounce into this nostalgic family film. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Aug 3, 2018
4/5	97%	Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)	'Mission: Impossible - Fallout' cruises at high velocity. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 26, 2018
3/5	80%	Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018)	Not just another song and dance, 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' shouldn't be this series' Waterloo. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 19, 2018
2/5	47%	Skyscraper (2018)	Brainless action dominates this derivative thriller. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 12, 2018
4/5	88%	Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)	Retaining all of the humor and charm of 2015's 'Ant-Man', this marvelously delightful and energetic sequel never takes itself too seriously. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jul 5, 2018
4/5	94%	Incredibles 2 (2018)	'Incredibles 2' is a sequel that's just as extraordinary as the original. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 14, 2018
3/5	69%	Ocean's 8 (2018)	An engaging cast steals the spotlight in this pleasing and lightweight crime caper. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jun 7, 2018
4/5	70%	Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)	The early life of Han Solo unfolds in this action-filled galactic western. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 24, 2018