Sue Pierman
Tomatometer-approved critic
Movies reviews only
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Before I Go to Sleep (2014) |
As long as viewers don't get a close-up look at the puzzle pieces, the film offers a giddy tension, but eventually the teasing becomes tiresome and you just wish Joffe would cut to the chase. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 31, 2014
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The Best of Me (2014) |
Whether it's worth the price of a ticket is measured by your tolerance for treacly romance. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 16, 2014
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If I Stay (2014) |
For those who enjoy tear-jerkers, "If I Stay" will provide a satisfying three-hanky experience. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Aug 21, 2014
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The Purge: Anarchy (2014) |
Ultimately, the movie begins to fall apart as clichs and contrivances start piling up faster than the bodies. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jul 17, 2014
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22 Jump Street (2014) |
"22 Jump Street" is preposterous in the best possible way. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 12, 2014
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Blended (2014) |
Might have been more aptly named "Recycled." - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted May 22, 2014
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Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return (2014) |
Directors Will Finn and Dan St. Pierre create an animated musical rooted in the classic tale with wonderful, colorful and detailed settings, and a story that is gentle and sweet. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted May 08, 2014
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Need for Speed (2014) |
Not every pop-culture touchstone is meant to be translated onto film, even if Hollywood insists on clinging to the familiar. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 13, 2014
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3 Days to Kill (2014) |
Costner makes the movie, if not believable, at least entertaining. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Feb 20, 2014
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Endless Love (2014) |
Unlike Zeffirelli's film, the new remake has little that will make it memorable even a year from now. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Feb 13, 2014
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Grudge Match (2013) |
The script by Tim Kelleher and Rodney Rothman does manage to surprise and satisfy when it explores the boxers' familial relationships and their regrets over what might have been. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Dec 24, 2013
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Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012) |
The eye-popping, energetic "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" really is a three-ring circus. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 07, 2012
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American Reunion (2012) |
Those who have grown up with these characters, now fixtures in pop culture, likely will find it reassuring to know that some things never change. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 05, 2012
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21 Jump Street (2012) |
Unlike its semi-serious inspiration, the new "Jump Street" is a rowdy mix of comedy, satire and sass. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 15, 2012
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Puss in Boots (2011) |
As the voice of Puss, Banderas still displays heroic charisma. And even in animated form, he and Hayek make sparks as they dance, fight, flirt and face adventure together. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 27, 2011
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Real Steel (2011) |
A Frankenstein-like compendium of fight movies haphazardly bolted together in the hope that something will spark to life. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 06, 2011
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The Smurfs (2011) |
It turns out that getting Smurfed isn't all it's cracked up to be. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jul 28, 2011
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Horrible Bosses (2011) |
Bateman, Day and Sudeikis have a natural camaraderie on-screen, and it's fun to ride this runaway train as events careen forward. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jul 07, 2011
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Bad Teacher (2011) |
It's not often a movie features a cast of characters with absolutely no redeeming qualities, but "Bad Teacher" really hits that one out of the park. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 23, 2011
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The Hangover Part II (2011) |
The action is fast, the gags are plentiful - and many actually are funny if you check your squeamishness at the door. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted May 25, 2011
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Rio (2011) |
Even with the 3-D effects and rap music, "Rio" has a retro feel, thanks to its bright, colorful characters and brave heroine. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 14, 2011
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Arthur (2011) |
There are a few things wrong with this second go-round - not the least of which is that, in 2011, hopeless drunks are rarely seen as funny. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 07, 2011
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Jane Eyre (2011) |
Fukunaga's interpretation takes great pains to accurately capture the period in its language and costumes. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 31, 2011
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The Mechanic (2011) |
The 2011 film, by comparison, is a tightly wound, more stylish creature. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jan 29, 2011
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The Dilemma (2011) |
Ron Howard has made some great films. "The Dilemma" is not one of them. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jan 13, 2011
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Little Fockers (2010) |
One ho-hum scene follows another as the audience waits for something - anything - to happen. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Dec 22, 2010
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Yogi Bear (2010) |
Compared to some kid flicks, "Yogi Bear" is rather sweet. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Dec 16, 2010
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Due Date (2010) |
Directed by Todd Phillips ("The Hangover"), this movie has the same absurdist feel and dark humor, but not the comedic snap. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Nov 04, 2010
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Life as We Know It (2010) |
The premise is the most interesting thing about it. From there, it's just bland. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 07, 2010
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You Again (2010) |
Fickman has a deft touch with romantic comedy, serving up deliciously combative scenes that are occasionally interspersed with bits of cheese. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Sep 23, 2010
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Going the Distance (2010) |
The novelty of seeing Barrymore and Long onscreen together wears off quickly, and then the picture has to work on its own merits -- which, unfortunately, are few. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Sep 02, 2010
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The Other Guys (2010) |
Per usual, Ferrell unleashed is a force of nature, a guy who is not going to quit until you either walk out or break down and laugh. Me? I laughed. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Aug 06, 2010
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Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (2010) |
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore may be in 3-D, but it's the satirical vibe that makes the live-action kids comedy pop. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jul 29, 2010
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Knight and Day (2010) |
Knight and Day, his latest tilt in that direction, has its flaws, but at least it gives audiences a good time. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 23, 2010
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Get Him to the Greek (2010) |
Making Brand's character the center of this project results in a flick with a split personality: half gross-out comedy and half depressing biopic of a star besieged by drugs, drink and dysfunction. It's far more sad than funny. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 03, 2010
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Furry Vengeance (2010) |
It's silly stuff, riddled with the predictable bodily function humor and humiliation of adults that kids seem to love. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 29, 2010
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Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) |
Hot Tub Time Machine proves that just because you have the power and money to make a movie, it doesn't mean you should. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 25, 2010
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The Bounty Hunter (2010) |
The story, like the movie, is pretty uninteresting and easily forgotten. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 18, 2010
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Valentine's Day (2010) |
Garry Marshall's new movie is like a luscious-looking Valentine's treat that turns out to be disappointingly bland. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Feb 11, 2010
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Extraordinary Measures (2010) |
Unfortunately, director Tom Vaughan appears determined to deliver every minute detail of the Crowleys' story. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jan 21, 2010
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Leap Year (2010) |
Leap Year is a chaste little picture reminiscent of screwball comedies of the 1930s -- and a pleasant change from films that are all sex and no romance. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jan 07, 2010
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Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant (2009) |
The movie has its moments, but director Paul Weitz paces things a bit like a cheesy carnival ride. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 22, 2009
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Couples Retreat (2009) |
Billingsley does a good job on selling the beauty of the island, but only a serviceable one in telling this story. Then again, there isn't all that much to tell. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Oct 08, 2009
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Fame (2009) |
Seems a bit lackluster next to the original, 1980 Oscar winner. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Sep 24, 2009
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Shorts (2009) |
Some family films strike just the right balance, engaging for viewers of any age. Shorts is not one of those movies. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Aug 21, 2009
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I Love You, Beth Cooper (2009) |
Director Chris Columbus returns to his comic roots with a teen romp reminiscent of the '80s. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jul 09, 2009
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Year One (2009) |
The problem with Year One is that all the best jokes have been used in the promos. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Jun 18, 2009
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Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009) |
Overall, Ghosts offers a couple quick laughs in passing, but the movie never seems to generate sparks. All in all, it's a bit like kissing your sister. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 30, 2009
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Observe and Report (2009) |
Not only is the movie itself upsetting, but there's the thought that Paul Blart has turned out to be the funny mall cop movie. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Apr 09, 2009
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Race to Witch Mountain (2009) |
It's all fairly enjoyable, but also predictable and occasionally corny. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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| Posted Mar 12, 2009
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