Caroline Westbrook
Caroline Westbrook's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at the following Tomatometer-approved publication(s):
Empire Magazine
BBC.com
metro.co.uk
Movies reviews only
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Groundhog Day (1993) |
Ironically, given the theme of the film, this never gets old. Winning performances, and respect for the comedic value of the script delivers laughs every time. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 07, 2022
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Clueless (1995) |
Scratch below the shiny exterior, though, and what emerges is something altogether more clever, as much a sharp, satirical parody of the affluent as it is hip, sassy entertainment dressed in designer labels. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Mar 16, 2021
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The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) |
Vastly enjoyable despite the syrupy, soppy song bit in the middle (go make a glass of mulled wine during it). Michael Caine is perfect in the role and there are many genuine belly laughs. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Nov 19, 2019
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10 Things I Hate About You (1999) |
With the finest source material around given a modern zing, this teen comedy is somehow tried and true, but fresh all at the same time. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jan 28, 2019
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The Object of My Affection (1998) |
Unashamedly a chick-flick, but no less enjoyable for it. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 28, 2018
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The Craft (1996) |
Still, with suitable suspension of disbelief this makes for agreeable enough nonsense. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 06, 2018
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The Others (2001) |
In a way, The Others finishes what The Blair Witch Project started -- once again reminding us that unseen forces often make for the scariest, most memorable cinematic experiences. It's certainly true if this is anything to go by. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Oct 29, 2018
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Victoria & Abdul (2017) |
Ultimately, Victoria and Abdul may not have the Oscar-friendly weight of that film - but if you're after an engaging, entertaining historical drama that teaches you something you never knew before, then this one will certainly fit the bill. - metro.co.uk
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| Posted Sep 15, 2017
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) |
Slow start, senstational ending: a decent job. No The Lord Of The Rings, but no The Phantom Menace either. - metro.co.uk
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| Posted Sep 01, 2017
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Sid & Nancy (1986) |
It's a hard film to watch at times, as Vicious plunges deeper into his heroin-induced slump, but told with skill and compassion, which make up for the onscreen squalor. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Aug 09, 2016
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Ghostbusters (2016) |
While there's no denying that the film has had a bit of a rocky path to the screen -- already winning the dubious accolade of having the most hated trailer of all time on YouTube -- the good news is that the new Ghostbusters isn't as bad as all that. - metro.co.uk
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| Posted Jul 11, 2016
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She's the One (1996) |
A pleasant package then, easy on the eye, and gently charming but, like The Brothers McMullen, one which places Burns as a comfortable rather than cutting-edge moviemaker. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 08, 2014
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Nobody's Fool (1994) |
Nobody's Fool is an unprecedented treat, populated with charming, believable characters and a parting shot so beautiful even the hardest of hearts will melt helplessly at its sight. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Oct 29, 2013
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Muriel's Wedding (1994) |
There's a high enough feelgood factor here to compensate for the detours off the comedy highway. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 09, 2012
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The Birdcage (1996) |
It undoubtedly remains a genial crowd pleaser. If the dress fits, wear it. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted May 29, 2011
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A Little Princess (1995) |
Soppy and girlish in the extreme, this should keep even the tiniest viewer rapt, while all too many adults may fall victim to an inexplicable bout of eye-watering long before the closing credits. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted May 27, 2011
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True Lies (1994) |
Proves that throwing everything at the camera sometimes works a treat. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted May 24, 2011
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Hackers (1995) |
A plot thinner than an LCD monitor doesn't prevent the bombastic fun, and the young cast help it hurtle along. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jan 14, 2011
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Mother (1996) |
Reynolds is in sparkling form and the script teems with painfully truthful ironies. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Oct 07, 2010
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Rush Hour (1998) |
By the book buddy-buddy movie. This is a weakly scripted parade of set-pieces which aren't as exciting as regular Jackie Chan films. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Oct 18, 2008
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Yellow Submarine (1968) |
A garish, gorgeous example of pop art at its finest. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Sep 02, 2008
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The Brady Bunch Movie (1995) |
This is enormous fun, one of the best TV adaptations to date, and guaranteed to provoke a nostalgic misty eye and mischevious grin in anybody who's ever owned a crimplene tank top. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted May 20, 2008
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Airplane! (1980) |
Surely, this is essential. Maybe, but don't call me Shirley, etc. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 01, 2008
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Circle of Friends (1995) |
An enchanting, if denture-rottingly sweet, yarn. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Mar 11, 2008
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Puccini for Beginners (2006) |
It's amiable enough but there's nothing on show to make it stand out from the average rom-com. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Oct 26, 2007
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Bratz (2007) |
An utterly harmless time-passer, but one which has little appeal beyond its target audience. - BBC.com
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| Posted Aug 14, 2007
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Brief Encounter (1945) |
Beautifully monochrome rendering of a love that cannot be. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Aug 03, 2007
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Magicians (2007) |
t's a perfectly agreeable way to while away an hour and a half -- but don't expect to remember much about it in the morning. - BBC.com
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| Posted Jun 02, 2007
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Dirty Dancing (1987) |
Endlessly quotable, strangely fascinating and immensely charming. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Feb 09, 2007
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Panic Room (2002) |
Ultimately, this is just a big, dumb, commercial suspenser - but it's one of the best for ages, reminding us that it is still possible to make a high quality piece of popcorn entertainment. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 30, 2006
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Hard Candy (2005) |
A cracking little thriller which makes you think even as it's keeping you on the edge of your seat. It's not always easy viewing, but Hard Candy is an intelligent, challenging film which deserves to be seen. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 30, 2006
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Love Actually (2003) |
It's a perfectly respectable debut for Curtis. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 30, 2006
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Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004) |
If you sit back, relax and just accept it for what it is -- an enjoyable, escapist Gothic pantomime -- you will go home happy. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 01, 2006
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Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006) |
It's charming enough, though, and there's plenty of laughs. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 01, 2006
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Failure to Launch (2006) |
Flimsy but fun, this rom-com has an enjoyable edge to it -- just don't expect to remember much about it in the morning. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Mar 31, 2006
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Toy Story (1995) |
Just perfect. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 06, 2005
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The Sound of Music (1965) |
No christmas day would be complete without spending the afternoon falling asleep in front of this film. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Dec 06, 2005
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The Karate Kid (1984) |
While this may be as soppy and predictable as they come, it still reminds you why you used to enjoy '80s teen flicks so much in the first place. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Nov 03, 2005
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Mean Girls (2004) |
There's nothing here you won't have seen a million times before, but -- despite its shortcomings -- it's still one of the better teen movies to come along in a while. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jun 18, 2004
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Anger Management (2003) |
A better script and more attention to other cast members would have helped but, as it stands, this is still the best Adam Sandler comedy since The Wedding Singer. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Nov 02, 2003
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Empire Records (1995) |
For all its faults, the good-natured, quirky humour that this for the most part offers ultimately makes it very hard to dislike. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jul 31, 2003
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The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) |
One of the cleverest comedies to happen along in ages. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 21, 2003
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Monster's Ball (2001) |
Forster's poised direction, as well as powerful turns from Billy Bob Thornton and the Oscar-winning Halle Berry, make this compelling viewing. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Mar 02, 2003
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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) |
An essential component of what is now destined to be among the best film franchises of all time. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jan 16, 2003
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The Parole Officer (2001) |
Combining all the best elements of home-grown rom-coms and gangster capers, this breathes fresh life into both genres. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Aug 10, 2001
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Josie and the Pussycats (2001) |
While this may not be high art, this is still one of the most consistently entertaining films you're likely to see all summer. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Aug 03, 2001
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Fiddler on the Roof (1971) |
It still stands up as an upbeat portrait of pre-revolutionary Russia, and will have you whistling If I Were A Rich Man for days. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jun 27, 2001
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The Player (1992) |
Few Hollywood satires have come close to matching the brilliance of The Player. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Jun 06, 2001
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The Mummy Returns (2001) |
As escapist, noisy popcorn entertainment, it certainly delivers - Empire Magazine
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| Posted May 18, 2001
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The Princess Bride (1987) |
Occasionally a bit too clever for its own good, but it's all so cheerful and has so many ingenious set-pieces that you can forgive it any excess. - Empire Magazine
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| Posted Apr 11, 2001
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