Erik McClanahan
Erik McClanahan's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at the following Tomatometer-approved publication(s):
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The Playlist
Movies reviews only
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How to Make Money Selling Drugs (2012) |
The film is often compelling, clever and entertaining, but oddly enough, these strongest moments are revealed in an awkward third act tonal and structural shift to be nothing more than filler. - indieWire
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| Posted Nov 03, 2020
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Without (2011) |
Watch this film closely, and you will be rewarded. - The Playlist
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| Posted May 22, 2020
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Roar (1981) |
Whether you find that hilarious or just plain sad is up to you, but there almost certainly will never be anything like "Roar" again, and that's reason enough to check it out. - The Playlist
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| Posted May 29, 2015
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Sunshine Superman (2014) |
A pretty straightforward account of Boenish's life and tragic death, but man... all those skydiving, cliff-jumping and parachuting shots are really something to behold. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Alléluia (2014) |
Du Welz could grow into a truly singular voice in pulp world cinema. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Nuoc 2030 (2014) |
The sentiment and narrative are solid if not a little boilerplate, but the greatest accomplishment is its totally convincing world-building. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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The Look of Silence (2014) |
While not as mind-blowing or surprising as "Killing," "The Look of Silence" is perhaps the more necessary film. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Cheatin' (2013) |
At times it comes to life, but for the most part it's a bit one-note and repetitive. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Corn Island (2014) |
It feels unfinished, and unnecessarily padded by melodramatic plot developments and some strange, creepy exploitation of its young actress. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Clouds of Sils Maria (2014) |
It's slight and enjoyable, but falters a bit as it strains for profundity. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Apr 09, 2015
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Spring (2014) |
There are strong elements and ideas at work in "Spring," and the filmmakers certainly have our attention moving forward. It seems, though, that they're still finding their voice and how to best communicate their good ideas. - The Playlist
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| Posted Mar 20, 2015
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Alléluia (2014) |
"Alleluia" works best late at night, where the spindly tendrils of its bizarro narrative can seep into a less lucid, exhausted brain, one that's far more susceptible to its (anti) charms. - The Playlist
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| Posted Oct 14, 2014
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Red Army (2014) |
"Red Army" deserves a wide audience and should even play better for those who don't care one iota about hockey, mostly because it's so entertaining and character-driven. - The Playlist
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| Posted Oct 13, 2014
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Young & Beautiful (2013) |
It's a balanced and honest look at young sexuality, and thankfully never didactic in its approach. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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The Rocket (2013) |
In some ways, it feels like a throwback to many '80s teen movies, where everything comes down to a competition at the end, and the hero will finally get the chance to prove his worth. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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Proxy (2013) |
Genre mashups are tough to pull off, but "Proxy" mostly does it. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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Heli (2013) |
The imagery is equal parts ugly and beautiful as the tale descends into a nightmare most could never conceive. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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For No Good Reason (2012) |
Nothing special, but enjoyable nonetheless. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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Borgman (2013) |
For those who get on its wavelength, the rewards are ample and the desire to re-watch will take over. - Minneapolis Star Tribune
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| Posted Mar 31, 2014
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Love Is All You Need (2012) |
Overstuffed Love Is All You Need an unsatisfying, predictable rom-com from Susanne Bier - The Playlist
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| Posted May 03, 2013
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Mud (2013) |
Every scene, moment and shot of Mud is spot-on, necessary, and adds to the whole, making for a satisfying film experience that will please many a varied filmgoer's taste. - The Playlist
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| Posted Apr 25, 2013
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