Roz Laws
Roz Laws's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
18%
3/5
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“Star Wars fans will want to see this, if only to discuss its failings, but I can't see it having a wide appeal at the cinema.” –
Birmingham Mail
Nov 16, 2015
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Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
92%
EDIT
“It's highly implausible at times but still entertaining, touching and romantic.” –
Birmingham Mail
Feb 22, 2015
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Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008)
86%
5/5
EDIT
“I was a fan of the first film about this unlikely hero, a big red guy with horns, a tail and a liking for sweets, kittens and cigars. And the good news is the sequel is even better.” –
Birmingham Mail
Dec 8, 2014
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The Princess and the Frog (2009)
86%
4/5
EDIT
“It benefits from a funny script and a useful message about relying on hard work rather than wishes to succeed.” –
Birmingham Post
Dec 7, 2014
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Coraline (2009)
91%
4/5
EDIT
“A stunning visual delight, this beautifully-made animated adventure will thrill children of about eight and above.” –
Birmingham Post
Nov 17, 2014
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District 9 (2009)
90%
4/5
EDIT
“District 9 is a brave attempt by first-time director Blomkamp and well worth a look.” –
Birmingham Post
Aug 25, 2014
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Welcome to the Punch (2013)
49%
3/5
EDIT
“There are some quite gripping moments along the way. It's pretty good, just not great.” –
Birmingham Post
Mar 13, 2013
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Side Effects (2013)
82%
EDIT
“It's certainly entertaining if you are willing to suspend your disbelief a little.” –
Birmingham Mail
Mar 8, 2013
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Stoker (2013)
70%
4/5
EDIT
“Slow to get going, with long looks and tension-filled silences, but it draws you in and becomes very compelling.” –
Birmingham Post
Mar 6, 2013
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No (2012)
93%
3/5
EDIT
“A worthy and a quite interesting slice of modern international history ...” –
Birmingham Post
Mar 6, 2013
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The Guilt Trip (2012)
35%
2/5
EDIT
“There are OK performances but the cast are better than this. Very occasionally it's vaguely amusing, but it's mostly just annoying or cringeworthy.” –
Birmingham Post
Mar 6, 2013
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Arbitrage (2012)
87%
3/5
EDIT
“Not a huge amount happens, though suspense does eventually build.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 27, 2013
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Safe Haven (2013)
13%
2/5
EDIT
“The plot holes are so big that you can drive a bus through them and you'll come out of the cinema asking 'But why didn't...?' about many things.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 27, 2013
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Broken City (2013)
26%
3/5
EDIT
“I wouldn't call it gripping, but it's compelling enough to make you keep watching - and the performances lift a script which could be better.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 27, 2013
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Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013)
17%
2/5
EDIT
“This is no fairytale for kids, but adults are advised to give it a miss too.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 27, 2013
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A Good Day to Die Hard (2013)
15%
2/5
EDIT
“This would be a good day to kill this franchise for ever.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 20, 2013
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Mama (2013)
63%
3/5
EDIT
“It's frankly laughable by the daft end, when Mama and her tragic tale are fully revealed.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 20, 2013
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Unfinished Song (2012)
65%
3/5
EDIT
“For all its flaws, it's pretty funny and moving.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 20, 2013
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Cloud Atlas (2012)
66%
4/5
EDIT
“It's one of those films that really divides opinion, but I still reckon it's a must-see - and especially on the big screen - just because it is unlike anything else you'll have seen at the cinema.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 20, 2013
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Warm Bodies (2013)
81%
3/5
EDIT
“The zombie genre has been done to, well, death but this has some originality and funny lines, as well as clever make-up.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 14, 2013
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Beautiful Creatures (2013)
47%
3/5
EDIT
“It has quite a few good lines and laugh-out-loud moments, while it's atmospherically shot.” –
Birmingham Post
Feb 14, 2013
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The Last Stand (2013)
61%
3/5
EDIT
“Many things are blown up, in some style.” –
Birmingham Post
Jan 24, 2013
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Zero Dark Thirty (2012)
91%
4/5
EDIT
“It's stylishly filmed and carried by a strong cast.” –
Birmingham Post
Jan 24, 2013
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Django Unchained (2012)
87%
3/5
EDIT
“We're used to Tarantino's films being multi-layered with several plots going on at once, but Django Unchained is a little too simple and, dare I say, dull.” –
Birmingham Post
Jan 16, 2013
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Les Misérables (2012)
70%
4/5
EDIT
“It's great to have a film which touches and moves you. Just be prepared to leave the cinema feeling emotionally drained.” –
Birmingham Post
Jan 9, 2013
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