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Bowling Green Daily News

Bowling Green Daily News is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Micheal Compton
Rating
Title/Year
Author
1
B
Hacksaw Ridge (2016)

Micheal Compton

Hacksaw Ridge is more about what happens on the battlefield than off, and for that -- and the fact it brings this man's incredible story to light -- it deserves to be seen.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
2
A-
Arrival (2016)

Micheal Compton

Adams is the centerpiece in a film full of wonder and discovery. It's not to be missed.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
3
D
Bad Santa 2 (2016)

Micheal Compton

Plot holes are glaring, even more noticeable thanks to the series of flat one-liners and any fleeting moments that do work are usually followed with long stretches that just lie on the screen like a fruitcake that gets re-gifted multiple times.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
4
B+
The Edge of Seventeen (2016)

Micheal Compton

This is a smart film about teens that's aimed at teens, and it's is a throwback to some of the best of the genre released in the 1980s.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
5
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016)

Micheal Compton

Director David Yates knows this world well and is able to bring this world to life with the same sense of wonderment.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
6
B
Moana (2016)

Micheal Compton

Moana is full of charm, a gorgeous-looking film that is full of life with some engaging leads and a snappy soundtrack.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
7
B-
Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

Micheal Compton

It's a crowd pleaser in the ultimate sense - building to a rousing final act that will leave audiences tapping their feet and humming along.
Posted Nov 12, 2018
8
B
Boy Erased (2018)

Micheal Compton

Tackles the tough questions about faith and sexual orientations in a thought-provoking and respectful manner.
Posted Nov 9, 2018
9
B
The Grinch (2018)

Micheal Compton

It's an update we didn't know we needed, but it's a delightful holiday excursion for the whole family that brings the story to life in its own way without losing the charm of perhaps the most loved version of all -- the 1960s TV classic.
Posted Nov 8, 2018
10
C
Allied (2016)

Micheal Compton

As nice as Allied is to look at, the story falls flat and lacks the tension needed to keep the audience engaged for two hours.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
11
A
Moonlight (2016)

Micheal Compton

It's hard to forget Chiron once you've seen Moonlight.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
12
D
Incarnate (2016)

Micheal Compton

Too convoluted for its own good. The film takes itself seriously when it probably should have embraced its borderline silliness.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
13
Nocturnal Animals (2016)

Micheal Compton

Definitely not for everyone, but it is a film that proves to be somewhat rewarding as long as you stay patient.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
14
B
Loving (2016)

Micheal Compton

That laid-back, quiet style almost undersells the importance of the material here, although I prefer this approach rather than a heavy-handed one. It allows Edgerton and Negga to shine in their respective roles.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
15
F
Collateral Beauty (2016)

Micheal Compton

It's an overbearing, wannabe tear-jerker that wastes its cast with a story so nasty and mean-spirited it's a mystery how it was green lighted in the first place.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
16
B+
Fences (2016)

Micheal Compton

Fences ultimately rests on the shoulders of Washington and Davis, who are at the top of their game.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
17
A-
La La Land (2016)

Micheal Compton

La La Land plays like a big ole piece of MGM musical nostalgia. The musical numbers are impressive, with Stone and Gosling both showing incredible range. They sing. They dance. They act. And they do all three very well.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
18
Hidden Figures (2017)

Micheal Compton

It's a highly entertaining crowd-pleaser that brings these women to the forefront... These stories intersect in a seamless manner, with all three leads getting a chance to shine.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
19
Underworld: Blood Wars (2017)

Micheal Compton

Blood Wars is only 90 minutes long, but it plods along so aimlessly it feels way longer.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
20
B-
Elle (2016)

Micheal Compton

Elle may not be easy to watch, but you certainly can't take your eyes off Huppert -- eager to see what she will do next.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
21
The Bye Bye Man (2017)

Micheal Compton

Uses a lot of bells and whistles to appear to be something fresh and new, but is ultimately a bunch of ragged pieces from the genre thrown together into one all-too-familiar stew.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
22
B
xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017)

Micheal Compton

Diesel and the whole cast are having a lot of fun, and seem to realize how crazy the whole thing is.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
23
B-
20th Century Women (2017)

Micheal Compton

It doesn't always hit the lofty mark it clearly aspires to hit, but it is held together by one contant -- Annette Bening.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
24
B
The Eagle Huntress (2016)

Micheal Compton

Some of the moments captured are absolutely breathtaking, with Aisholpan emerging as a strong voice for determination and empowerment for young girls across the world.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
25
B
Jackie (2016)

Micheal Compton

It's a performance that doesn't quite transcend. I never felt like I was watching Portman become Kennedy, but more of Portman just playing Kennedy, but it is still stirring in its own right.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
26
A Dog's Purpose (2017)

Micheal Compton

Far from fun for all ages. It's a film where the tone is all over the place, with some elements that really don't mesh together at all.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
27
C
The Comedian (2017)

Micheal Compton

An overstuffed character study that wastes the talented cast in a film that feels like it is several movies fighting with each other.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
28
D
Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2017)

Micheal Compton

Jovovich has been doing this so long, she could practically sleepwalk through these films at this point... The rest of the cast might as well be computer generated, because they are practically non-existent.
Posted Nov 3, 2018
29
B
Lion (2016)

Micheal Compton

The kind of film that roars with emotion, even if it isn't always hitting the mark.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
30
F
The Space Between Us (2017)

Micheal Compton

Can't overcome a shaky premise that only gets shakier as the film goes along.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
31
D
Fifty Shades Darker (2017)

Micheal Compton

When "Darker" is light, it almost works. Those moments are few and far between.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
32
D-
Rings (2017)

Micheal Compton

Is it a true sequel? Is it a reboot? Even after watching the film, it's really hard to say -- which is one of the reasons why this is hard to watch.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
33
A-
The Lego Batman Movie (2017)

Micheal Compton

It's a film full of life, smart writing and clever visuals that is fun for the entire family.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
34
B+
The Red Turtle (La tortue rouge) (2017)

Micheal Compton

A beautifully crafted epic from Studio Ghibli that takes a simple story and expands it with superb visuals and unexpected power and grace.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
35
B
Julieta (2016)

Micheal Compton

Julieta is paced quite well -- with Almodóvar slowly putting the pieces to this puzzle together. Even when the story sometimes veers a little too much into soap opera territory, Suarez's earnest performance pulls it all back together.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
36
B
Toni Erdmann (2016)

Micheal Compton

Will definitely test some audience members' patience, but it's a film that works thanks to lovely performances from leads Sandra Hüller and Peter Simonischek.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
37
B
Logan (2017)

Micheal Compton

Director James Mangold has crafted a superhero movie that examines the demands of being a superhero in rather dark and refreshing ways.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
38
B-
Saban's Power Rangers (2017)

Micheal Compton

The big surprise is that you don't have to know a Red Ranger from a Green Ranger to have a good time here.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
39
D
The Belko Experiment (2017)

Micheal Compton

It's kind of hard to care about the plights of these individuals when the characters feel like disposable cliches that could have easily been interchanged.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
40
B+
Land of Mine (Under Sandet) (2017)

Micheal Compton

The storytelling is simple but effective, with Zandvliet's script doing a nice job of establishing these young boys and showing the relationship that built between them and the sergeant.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
41
B-
The Boss Baby (2017)

Micheal Compton

If you enjoy Baldwin's schtick, then Boss Baby should work for you regardless of your age. If not, well at least your children will have a good time.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
42
B
Ghost in the Shell (2017)

Micheal Compton

As science fiction films go, it is a solid entry into the genre -- an interesting adaptation of the popular anime that is a visual feast with a pretty engaging story.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
43
B-
Going in Style (2017)

Micheal Compton

Gives these three old pros a chance to showcase their talents quite well. Their talent might be a notch or two above the level of the script, but they work so hard you can't help but be marginally entertained.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
44
C-
Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017)

Micheal Compton

While it is an improvement over the previous two films, it still feels rather bloated and pointless.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
45
B
The Zookeeper's Wife (2017)

Micheal Compton

Director Niki Caro has had past success with films that center around strong females with Whale Rider and North Country, so it's no surprise that she is once again effective here -- allowing Chastain to shine in the lead role.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
46
C+
The Fate of the Furious (2017)

Micheal Compton

The action comes in almost mind-numbing waves, not really giving audiences a chance to appreciate some of the film's finer moments.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
47
C+
Free Fire (2017)

Micheal Compton

Wheatley brings a bit of style to everything, with a couple of clever set pieces that give the film a boost in some spots. Unfortunately, the film starts to drag about midway through and it starts to feel like it is stuck in neutral.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
48
B
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)

Micheal Compton

Doesn't quite live up to its predecessor, but it's still enjoyable thanks to a cast with great chemistry. It's a group that seems to be having a lot of fun together, and that fun on screen proves to be contagious.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
49
A-
David Lynch: The Art Life (2017)

Micheal Compton

[Takes] you inside the head of Lynch. That may be a scary place to be, but man is it a treat.
Posted Nov 2, 2018
50
B+
Norman (Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New York Fixer) (2017)

Micheal Compton

An intriguing little character study from writer/director Joseph Cedar that slowly evolves into an intricate little political drama -- anchored by Gere's mesmerizing performance.
Posted Nov 2, 2018