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 (1960) and FORBIDDEN PLANET (1956)
Publications:
Cinemaclips.com
Critics' Group:
Broadcast Film Critics Association,
Phoenix Film Critics Society
Location:
Tempe, AZ
Official Websites:
http://cinemaclips.com
Movie Reviews Only
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| 2/5 | 34% | The Marksman (2021) |
Sadly, 'The Marksman' misses the bull's-eye. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jan 14, 2021
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| 4/5 | 87% | News of the World (2020) |
'News of the World' delivers a winning western. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Dec 23, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 59% | Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) |
'WW84' lassos another thrilling adventure. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Dec 23, 2020
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| 4/5 | 96% | Soul (2020) |
The heavenly 'Soul' hits all the right notes. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Dec 23, 2020
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| 3/5 | 77% | The Croods: A New Age (2020) |
Fans of 2013's 'The Croods' won't be disappointed with this fun journey. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 24, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 83% | Freaky (2020) |
Chills and laughs collide in this fresh take on body-swapping. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 12, 2020
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| 4/5 | 82% | Let Him Go (2020) |
Striking emotional drama and a powerful cast highlight this intense modern western. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 5, 2020
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| 3/5 | 29% | The War with Grandpa (2020) |
This fluffy entertainment flies by rapidly and is easy on the brain. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Oct 9, 2020
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| 3/5 | 86% | On The Rocks (2020) |
'On the Rocks' is undiluted Murray at his finest. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Oct 1, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 89% | Kajillionaire (2020) |
The unconventional and engaging 'Kajillionaire' is right on the money. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Sep 24, 2020
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| 4/5 | 73% | Mulan (2020) |
Like the phoenix, 'Mulan' triumphantly rises and doesn't get lost in translation. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Sep 3, 2020
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| 4/5 | 92% | The Personal History of David Copperfield (2020) |
'The Personal History of David Copperfield' is a magical twist on a classic tale. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 27, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 70% | The One and Only Ivan (2020) |
As family fun, 'The One and Only Ivan' takes center ring. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 20, 2020
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| 3/5 | 27% | The Secret: Dare to Dream (2020) |
'The Secret: Dare to Dream' is positively uplifting. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jul 30, 2020
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| 3/5 | 79% | Greyhound (2020) |
Tense action and the formidable Tom Hanks steer this compact thriller. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jul 9, 2020
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| 4/5 | 92% | The Outpost (2020) |
An inspiring salute to heroism, 'The Outpost' is explosive. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jul 2, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 74% | The King of Staten Island (2020) |
SNL's Pete Davidson is a commanding presence in this appealing comedy/drama. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jun 11, 2020
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| 3/5 | 8% | Artemis Fowl (2020) |
The energetic 'Artemis Fowl' flies by fast. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jun 11, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 92% | The Vast of Night (2020) |
Inventive and intriguing, 'The Vast of Night' goes one step beyond. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted May 28, 2020
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| 4/5 | 70% | The High Note (2020) |
Solid performances and great music give this appealing diversion a big lift. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted May 28, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 88% | Selah and the Spades (2020) |
The edgy 'Selah and The Spades' is a class act. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Apr 16, 2020
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| 3/5 | 71% | Trolls World Tour (2020) |
'Trolls World Tour' gleefully dances to the beat of different drums. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Apr 10, 2020
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| 3/5 | 100% | Disneynature: Dolphin Reef (2020) |
The latest entry in the Disneynature series is an eye-catching undersea exploration. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Apr 2, 2020
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| 3.5/5 | 98% | Blow the Man Down (2020) |
Way-aye, 'Blow the Man Down' is killer fun. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Mar 19, 2020
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| 4/5 | 88% | Onward (2020) |
This wondrous CG animated feature is packed with heart and humor. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Mar 5, 2020
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| 1.5/5 | 38% | Downhill (2020) |
'Downhill' depressingly spirals in the title's direction. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Feb 13, 2020
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| 3/5 | 78% | Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020) |
'Birds of Prey' takes wing and will capture its target audience. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Feb 6, 2020
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| 2/5 | 28% | The Rhythm Section (2020) |
A strong performance by Blake Lively and sudden bursts of action can't save this mostly lackluster thriller. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jan 30, 2020
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| 3/5 | 77% | Bad Boys for Life (2020) |
There's enough fun here to keep these entertaining Bad Boys around for life. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jan 16, 2020
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| 4/5 | 89% | 1917 (2020) |
One of the year's best films, '1917' is enveloping and explosive. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jan 9, 2020
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| 4/5 | 51% | Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) |
Hyperspeed action and stunning effects fuel this satisfying sci-fi adventure. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Dec 19, 2019
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| 4/5 | 77% | Richard Jewell (2019) |
'Richard Jewell' is an Eastwood gem. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Dec 12, 2019
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| 4/5 | 97% | Knives Out (2019) |
The captivating 'Knives Out' is a cutting-edge whodunit. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 26, 2019
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| 3.5/5 | 77% | Frozen II (2019) |
Unwilling to let it go, Disney has concocted another magical musical 'Frozen' adventure. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 21, 2019
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| 3.5/5 | 41% | Midway (2019) |
Superb battle sequences and a solid ensemble cast bring this harrowing conflict to life. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Nov 7, 2019
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| 3/5 | 70% | Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) |
The indestructible sci-fi franchise goes back to basics for this action-packed thriller. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Oct 31, 2019
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| 3/5 | 39% | Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019) |
Fans of the revisionist 'Maleficent' (2014) will be enchanted once again with wondrous sets, costumes, effects and a sensational lead performance. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Oct 17, 2019
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| 4/5 | 68% | Joker (2019) |
Joaquin Phoenix aces the role of 'Joker'. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Oct 3, 2019
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| 4/5 | 84% | Downton Abbey (2019) |
'Downton Abbey' is a royal treat for moviegoers. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Sep 19, 2019
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| 3/5 | 63% | It Chapter Two (2019) |
'It Chapter Two' supplies King-sized chills. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Sep 5, 2019
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| 3.5/5 | 82% | Official Secrets (2019) |
The revealing 'Official Secrets' is intelligent entertainment. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Sep 5, 2019
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| 4/5 | 95% | The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019) |
Impressive performances lend credibility to this fanciful journey. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 22, 2019
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| 3/5 | 39% | Angel Has Fallen (2019) |
The energetic 'Angel Has Fallen' rises to the occasion. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 22, 2019
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| 2/5 | 24% | The Kitchen (2019) |
'The Kitchen' is lacking in fine cinematic cuisine. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 8, 2019
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| 3/5 | 67% | Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019) |
Even without Diesel, 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw' never runs out of fuel. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Aug 1, 2019
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| 4.5/5 | 85% | Once Upon a Time In Hollywood (2019) |
'Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood' is a tale well told. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jul 25, 2019
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| 3/5 | 52% | The Lion King (2019) |
Astounding visuals rule in this new version of 'The Lion King'. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jul 18, 2019
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| 3.5/5 | 91% | 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
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| Posted Jul 1, 2019
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| 4/5 | 63% | Yesterday (2019) |
All of the elements magically come together. I believe in 'Yesterday'. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jun 27, 2019
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| 4/5 | 97% | Toy Story 4 (2019) |
Toying with us again, Disney/Pixar applies another fresh coat of paint. - Cinemaclips.com
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| Posted Jun 20, 2019
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