The Lego Movie (PG) ★★★★

The Lego Movie: Friendly Family Flick

Unlike many other animated movies, where the story is based on a classic fairytale or historical figure, The Lego Movie does not have the benefit of a famous story… Read more about The Lego Movie (PG) ★★★★

Lone Survivor (R) ★★★★

Bonds of Brotherhood + Horrors of War

While audiences can easily guess the outcome of Peter Berg’s latest action film, Lone Survivor, based on its title, don’t be fooled into thinking this is a movie… Read more about Lone Survivor (R) ★★★★

Her (R) ★★★½

A Love Story Unlike Any Other

Although he writes love letters for a living, Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix The Master 2012), is in a lonely place and struggles to cope with his divorce. One day,… Read more about Her (R) ★★★½

Dallas Buyers Club (R) ★★★½

One of McConaughey’s Best Performances Yet

“We estimate you have 30 days to live. Put your affairs in order.” Those were the words Ron Woodroof heard from doctors after a minor electrical shock landed him… Read more about Dallas Buyers Club (R) ★★★½

Enough Said (PG-13) ★★★★

James and Julia = Perfection. Enough Said.

As if we didn’t already miss James Gandolfini – his outstanding and uncharacteristic performance in “Enough Said” just reminds us of how truly talented he was.

Writer and… Read more about Enough Said (PG-13) ★★★★

The Spectacular Now (R) ★★★★

Spectacular. Wow.
“The Spectacular Now” is this summer’s most original, raw, witty and thoughtful drama about the butterflies and heartbreaks of adolescence…and life itself. Based on the novel by Tim Tharp and directed by James… Read more about The Spectacular Now (R) ★★★★

The Conjuring (R) ★★★★

  
Lili Taylor stars in “The Conjuring.” Photo Credit: Warner Bros.

 Scariest Film of the Year
Just when you thought the era of cheesy scary films would never end – “The Conjuring” surfaced. Creator of… Read more about The Conjuring (R) ★★★★

The Heat (R) ★★★½

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Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy star in “The Heat.” Photo Credit: 20th Century Fox
 
The Odd Couple – McCarthy and… Read more about The Heat (R) ★★★½

The East (PG-13) ★★★½

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 Alexander Skarsgard, Toby Kebbell, Brit Marling, Aldis Hodge, Ellen Page and Shiloh Fernandez star in “The East.” Photo Credit: Fox… Read more about The East (PG-13) ★★★½

Fast & Furious 6 (PG-13) ★★★1/2

Sung Kang, Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, Gal Gadot, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Tyrese Gibson star in “Fast & Furious 6.” Photo Credit: Universal Pictures

No Switching Gears Here – Fast & Furious 6 Still Supercharged… Read more about Fast & Furious 6 (PG-13) ★★★1/2

The 1st Annual Chicago Critics Film Festival

Sarah’s Backstage Pass is pleased to report that the first annual Chicago Critics Film Festival was a true success! The three-day festival from April 12-14th at Muvico Rosemont was comprised of more than 20 features… Read more about The 1st Annual Chicago Critics Film Festival

Side Effects (R) ★★★½

Rooney Mara and Channing Tatum star in “SIDE EFFECTS” Photo Credit: Open RoadClick here to listen to Hollywood 360 Radio Network podcast with Sarah Knight AdamsonWarning: May Cause Shock and AweAcademy Award winning director Steven… Read more about Side Effects (R) ★★★½

Broken City (R) ★★★½

Mark Wahlberg and Russell Crowe star in “Broken City.” Photo Credit: 20th Century FoxA Film Noir With Plenty of Secrets
While some things are best kept a secret, that’s not the case here. Award winning,… Read more about Broken City (R) ★★★½

Zero Dark Thirty (R) ★★★★

Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, Kyle Chandler, Jennifer Ehle and Chris Pratt star in “Zero Dark Thirty.” Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures Click here to listen to Hollywood 360 Radio Network podcast with Sarah Knight AdamsonFeverishly Thrilling Oscar Worthy… Read more about Zero Dark Thirty (R) ★★★★

The Impossible (PG-13) ★★★½

 
 
Naomi Watts and Tom Holland in “The Impossible.” Photo Credit: Summit Entertainment 
 
 
Incredibly Powerful True Story
 
It is the time of year when many aspects of life are put into… Read more about The Impossible (PG-13) ★★★½

Hitchcock (PG-13) ★★★

 

From left, Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren star in “HITCHCOCK.”
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Hopkins and… Read more about Hitchcock (PG-13) ★★★

Argo (R) ★★★★

Ben Affleck directs and stars in “ARGO.” Photo Credit: Warner Bros.Click here to listen to Hollywood 360 Radio Network podcast with Sarah Adamson.One of the Best Films of the Year
Ben Affleck may be adding… Read more about Argo (R) ★★★★

End of Watch (R) ★★★★

From left, Michael Peña and Jake Gyllenhaal are partners in the LAPD in “END OF WATCH”Photo Credit: Open Road 
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There… Read more about End of Watch (R) ★★★★

Hit & Run (R) ★★★1/2

Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard star in the action packed rom-com, “HIT & RUN.” Photo Credit: Open Road FilmsRun to the Theater for this Sure Hit
When Charlie Bronson gets a knock from the past… Read more about Hit & Run (R) ★★★1/2

The Amazing Spider-Man (PG-13) ★★★1/2

Andrew Garfield is Peter Parker and Spider-Man in “THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN.” Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures
 
Nothing Short of Amazing
After nearly a decade in hibernation since Sam Raimi’s legendary Spider-Man trilogy began, director Marc… Read more about The Amazing Spider-Man (PG-13) ★★★1/2

Magic Mike (R) ★★★★

 From left, Adam Rodriguez, Kevin Nash, Channing Tatum and Matt Bomer in “MAGIC MIKE.”
Strip Your Mind of Initial “Magic Mike” Stereotypes, This Film Has Substance

Let me first preface this review by stating the… Read more about Magic Mike (R) ★★★★

Mirror Mirror (PG) ★★★1/2

Julia Roberts (left) and Lily Collins (right) in “Mirror Mirror.” Photo Credit: Relativity Media

“Mirror Mirror” Reflects Some of Roberts’ Best Evil Work

Julia Roberts is royally evil in the latest reimagining of the classic… Read more about Mirror Mirror (PG) ★★★1/2

Jeff, Who Lives at Home (R) ★★★1/2

Jason Segel (left) and Ed Helms (right) are brothers in “Jeff, Who Lives at Home” Photo Credit: Paramount Vantage

Click here to listen to Hollywood 360 AM560 WIND radio podcast with Sarah Adamson.Worth Leaving Home… Read more about Jeff, Who Lives at Home (R) ★★★1/2