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
3/5	50%	The Hummingbird Project (2019)	'The Hummingbird Project' flies thanks to its stars. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 21, 2019
3/5	79%	Captain Marvel (2019)	'Captain Marvel' earns its stripes in the MCU. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 7, 2019
3/5	60%	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	90%	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	78%	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	88%	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	34%	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	67%	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	72%	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	81%	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
4/5	83%	Deadpool 2 (2018)	The irreverent R-rated humor that made 2016's 'Deadpool' such a refreshing spin on the genre returns in this juiced-up deadpan sequel. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted May 17, 2018
4/5	85%	Avengers: Infinity War (2018)	'Epic' doesn't even begin to describe this mind-exploding spectacle. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Apr 26, 2018
3/5	51%	Rampage (2018)	While there's not much to go ape over, 'Rampage' still feels like a rock-solid monster hit. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Apr 12, 2018
4/5	72%	Ready Player One (2018)	The mesmerizing 'Ready Player One' is a game-changing treasure. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 29, 2018
3/5	44%	Pacific Rim Uprising (2018)	'Pacific Rim Uprising' is a heavy metal rush. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 22, 2018
3/5	51%	Tomb Raider (2018)	As an action-filled matinee flick, 'Tomb Raider' is dead on target. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 15, 2018
2/5	42%	A Wrinkle in Time (2018)	More darkness than light, 'A Wrinkle in Time' has much to iron out. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 8, 2018
3/5	47%	Red Sparrow (2018)	Relevant in today's climate, an intelligent spy drama takes wing in 'Red Sparrow'. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Mar 1, 2018
4/5	84%	Game Night (2018)	Dark humor and an appealing cast keep this engaging game in motion. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 22, 2018
4/5	81%	Early Man (2018)	Director Nick Park and those creative folks at Aardman Animations have carved out another toothy, gag-filled claymation treat. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 15, 2018
4/5	97%	Black Panther (2018)	The wildly enjoyable 'Black Panther' claws its way to the top of the Marvel Universe. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 15, 2018
3/5	64%	Peter Rabbit (2018)	The kid-friendly 'Peter Rabbit' merrily hops along. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Feb 8, 2018
2/5	43%	Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018)	Impressive action sequences can't save this series' final chapter that has a very familiar plot and is void of heart and soul. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 25, 2018
3/5	51%	12 Strong (2018)	'12 Strong' finds its strength as a flag-waving, stand-up-and-cheer movie. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 18, 2018
4/5	80%	Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2017)	Annette Bening lights up the screen in this stunning portrait of a fading star. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 9, 2018
4/5	100%	Paddington 2 (2018)	Overflowing with heart and humor, this delightful romp is a charmer for the whole family. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Jan 9, 2018
5/5	56%	The Greatest Showman (2017)	This tuneful, joyful and emotional spectacle is filled with razzle-dazzle and wonder. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Dec 20, 2017
5/5	91%	Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)	The forceful 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' is a cinematic triumph. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Dec 14, 2017
2/5	30%	Wonder Wheel (2017)	Solid performances can't overcome an anemic plot that's void of any sympathetic characters. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Dec 7, 2017
4/5	97%	Coco (2017)	Mexican lore and culture spring to life in this dazzling and delightful animated spectacle. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 20, 2017
4/5	40%	Justice League (2017)	'Justice League' is super-charged fun! - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 16, 2017
3/5	77%	Sweet Virginia (2017)	This tense thriller is a gripping character study with bursts of violence. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 14, 2017
3/5	59%	Murder On The Orient Express (2017)	A stellar cast and lush scenery make this latest filming of Agatha Christie's 1934 novel an entertaining, if not riveting, journey. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 9, 2017
4/5	92%	Thor: Ragnarok (2017)	Some laughs, twists, surprises and good performances freshen up the familiar plot. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Nov 2, 2017
3/5	76%	Thank You for Your Service (2017)	Miles Teller's dominant performance drives this emotional drama. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Oct 26, 2017
4/5	87%	Only the Brave (2017)	'Only the Brave' is an uplifting, courageous and ultimately heartbreaking salute to these heroes. - Cinemaclips.com EDIT Read More \| Posted Oct 19, 2017