Roger Tennis
Roger Tennis's reviews (from any publication) always count toward the Tomatometer
because this critic is a 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).
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| Favorites: |
THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN, FORBIDDEN PLANET, THE SATAN BUG, SONG OF THE SOUTH and SHANE
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| Publications: | Cinemaclips.com |
| Critics' Group: | Broadcast Film Critics Association, Phoenix Film Critics Society |
| Location: | Tempe, AZ |
| Official Websites: | http://cinemaclips.com |
Movie Reviews Only
| Rating | T-Meter | Title | Year | Review |
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| 4/5 | 92% | Dunkirk (2017) |
Director/writer Christopher Nolan masterfully revives the classic war film with an edge-of-your-seat, emotionally-charged thriller.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jul 20, 2017
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| 3/5 | 54% | Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017) |
With the spaced-out 'Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets', Luc Besson remains in his element.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jul 20, 2017
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| 4/5 | 94% | War for the Planet of the Apes (2017) |
Swinging into theaters, 'War for the Planet of the Apes' is thought-provoking escapism.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jul 14, 2017
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| 4/5 | 93% | Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) |
This refreshing new spin on the Spider-Man legend is fun and lighthearted with a few thrills along the way. ‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jul 7, 2017
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| 4/5 | 94% | Baby Driver (2017) |
Driven by an infectious soundtrack and revved up action, 'Baby Driver' is a gas!‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jun 28, 2017
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| 2/5 | 15% | Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) |
Total Bayhem, this bombastic event is a knight to forget.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jun 21, 2017
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| 3/5 | 67% | Cars 3 (2017) |
The freewheeling 'Cars 3' keeps the series on track.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jun 15, 2017
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| 2/5 | 15% | The Mummy (2017) |
Frenetic action and some ghoulish effects make this anemic thriller a mindless piece of popcorn fare.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jun 8, 2017
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| 4/5 | 92% | Wonder Woman (2017) |
Gal power whips up a roaring adventure.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jun 1, 2017
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| 4/5 | 29% | Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017) |
'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales' is indeed see-worthy.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted May 25, 2017
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| 3/5 | 71% | Alien: Covenant (2017) |
Thrills, chills and buckets of gore add up to a bloody good show.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted May 19, 2017
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| 3/5 | 35% | Snatched (2017) |
Boisterous humor and good chemistry between the two stars give this predictable comedy an entertaining boost.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted May 12, 2017
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| 2/5 | 28% | King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword (2017) |
Style over substance dethrones this cinematic heir to the royal legend.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted May 12, 2017
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| 4/5 | 81% | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) |
I am Groot! 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' is a rousing and rollicking galactic trek.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted May 5, 2017
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| 3/5 | 66% | The Fate of the Furious (2017) |
High-speed chases fuel another frenetic entry in this indestructible series.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Apr 14, 2017
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| 3/5 | 80% | Colossal (2017) |
The appealing 'Colossal' is a gigantic leap forward for originality.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Apr 14, 2017
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| 4/5 | 69% | Gifted (2017) |
Strong performances overcome this cliche-ridden drama for a truly emotional and rewarding experience.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Apr 7, 2017
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| 3/5 | 52% | The Boss Baby (2017) |
'The Boss Baby' is formula, but not as infantile as the title suggests.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 31, 2017
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| 2/5 | 45% | Ghost in the Shell (2017) |
The tedious 'Ghost in the Shell' lacks spirit.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 31, 2017
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| 3/5 | 60% | The Zookeeper's Wife (2017) |
The remarkable true story of the Żabiński family's courageous efforts in Warsaw is effectively dramatized in this inspirational film.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 31, 2017
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| 3/5 | 67% | Life (2017) |
The thrilling and scary 'Life' won't be the death of this genre.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 24, 2017
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| 3/5 | 78% | T2 Trainspotting (2017) |
As a revealing and edgy sequel, 'T2 Trainspotting' is right on track.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 24, 2017
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| 4/5 | 71% | Beauty and the Beast (2017) |
'Beauty and the Beast' magically transforms from animation to live-action in grand fashion.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 17, 2017
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| 3/5 | 76% | Kong: Skull Island (2017) |
'Kong: Skull Island' reigns as prime matinee fare.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 9, 2017
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| 4/5 | 93% | Logan (2017) |
The darkest and arguably the best of the Wolverine adventures is an emotional journey that's marked by bursts of bloody violence.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Mar 2, 2017
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| 4/5 | 99% | Get Out (2017) |
Peele has much to say about society and race with an inventive approach that blends chills with a dash of humor.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 22, 2017
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| 2/5 | 35% | The Great Wall (2017) |
Massive sets, lavish costumes, outstanding special effects and a cast of thousands can't keep this wannabe epic fantasy from tumbling down.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 17, 2017
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| 3/5 | 83% | A United Kingdom (2017) |
Strong performances by David Oyelowo and Rosamund Pike raise the quality of this by-the-numbers look at a fascinating true-life story.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 17, 2017
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| 2/5 | 10% | Fifty Shades Darker (2017) |
The tortured romance of 'Fifty Shades Darker' is just another big tease.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 9, 2017
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| 3/5 | 89% | John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) |
'John Wick: Chapter 2' is wickedly entertaining.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 9, 2017
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| 4/5 | 90% | The Lego Batman Movie (2017) |
'The Lego Batman Movie' is a well-constructed laugh-fest.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 8, 2017
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| 3/5 | 17% | The Space Between Us (2017) |
Fine performances by Asa Butterfield and Britt Robertson make this a pleasing little romantic adventure with a touch of sci-fi.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Feb 3, 2017
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| 2/5 | 30% | A Dog's Purpose (2017) |
Aimed squarely at dog lovers, this sugary tearjerker misses the mark - but not by much.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 26, 2017
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| 3/5 | 75% | Split (2017) |
Director/writer M. Night Shyamalan returns with a chilling and disturbing slice of psychological horror.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 20, 2017
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| 2/5 | 43% | xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017) |
'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' plays fast and furious, but not smart, with moviegoers.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 20, 2017
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| 4/5 | 81% | Patriots Day (2017) |
As a thrilling, emotional and reverential experience, 'Patriots Day' goes the distance.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 13, 2017
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| 3/5 | 34% | Live By Night (2017) |
Director Ben Affleck, who also wrote the screenplay based on Dennis Lehane's crime novel, has crafted an almost epic gangster film with mixed results.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 13, 2017
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| 4/5 | 87% | A Monster Calls (2017) |
This mystical coming-of age drama is thoroughly engaging from beginning to end.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 6, 2017
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| 4/5 | 92% | Hidden Figures (2017) |
With its by-the-numbers storytelling, 'Hidden Figures' has all the right stuff to enlighten the audience.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Jan 6, 2017
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| 4/5 | 85% | Lion (2016) |
If you're searching for fulfilling feel-good entertainment, the royal 'Lion' exceeds expectations.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 27, 2016
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| 4/5 | 93% | Fences (2016) |
Denzel Washington brilliantly translates August Wilson's Pulitzer-Prize-winning play to the big screen.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 27, 2016
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| 2/5 | 40% | Why Him? (2016) |
About that bathroom humor, 'Why Him?' deserves to be flushed away.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 23, 2016
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| 1/5 | 18% | Assassin's Creed (2016) |
'Assassin's Creed' is increedibly bad.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 21, 2016
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| 2/5 | 31% | Passengers (2016) |
Chemistry between the two stars keeps this anemic sci-fi romance from being entirely sucked into the black hole of forgettable films.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 21, 2016
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| 3/5 | 73% | Sing (2016) |
As harmless family fun, the melodic 'Sing' stays mostly on-key.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 21, 2016
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| 2/5 | 13% | Collateral Beauty (2016) |
Fine performances, especially an award-worthy turn by Helen Mirren, are hampered by a disjointed story that never fully comes together.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 16, 2016
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| 4/5 | 92% | La La Land (2016) |
Director/writer Damien Chazelle reinvents the Hollywood musical with style and class.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 16, 2016
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| 4/5 | 85% | Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) |
Explosive action, interesting characters and a compelling story make this stand-alone movie in the Star Wars universe a winner all the way. ‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 16, 2016
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| 3/5 | 41% | Office Christmas Party (2016) |
This boisterous comedy may not be art, but there are much worse ways to spend a couple of hours.‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 9, 2016
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| 3/5 | 75% | Miss Sloane (2016) |
While 'Miss Sloane' may not exceed expectations, Jessica Chastain's performance is worth lobbying for during awards season. ‐ Cinemaclips.com
Read More | Posted Dec 9, 2016
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