★★★★ (4 Stars) is the Highest Rating
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt in “The Adjustment Bureau”
No Adjustments Needed
What would you do if you knew your future was already determined? Your destiny is run by a mysterious group of irrefutably powerful… Read more about The Adjustment Bureau (PG-13) ★★★★…
From French director Sylvain Chomet “The Illusionist” Photo credit: Sony Pictures
Proof That 2D Animation Is Still ViableAt the risk of dating myself, being a fan of the late, comic genius Red Skelton, I highly… Read more about The Illusionist (PG) ★★★★…
Keir Gilchrist and Zack Galifianakis in “It’s Kind of a Funny Story”
Not Really a Funny Story…But a Good Message
Sixteen-year old Craig (played by Keir Gilchrist “Hungry Hills” 2009) feels like his world is… Read more about It's Kind of A Funny Story (PG-13) ★★★…
Left to right: Mark Wahlberg plays “Irish” Micky Ward, Jack McGee plays George Ward, Melissa Leo plays Alice Ward, Christian Bale plays Dicky Eklund and Jackson Nicoll plays Little Dicky in THE FIGHTER.© 2010 Fighter,… Read more about The Fighter (R) ★★★☆…
Natalie Portman in “Black Swan”
Perfectionism − Should be Considered a Character Flaw
“Black Swan” stars Natalie Portman in her most riveting role to date. She carries the film to great lengths and in most… Read more about Black Swan (R) ★★★★…
Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Daniel Radcliffe
An Ominous Beginning to the Bitter End
“These are dark times, there’s no denying,” declares the Minister of Magic, portrayed by Bill Nighy. Truer words were never spoken.… Read more about Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 ★★★☆…
Robby Benson voices the Beast and Paige O’Hara voices Belle
Disney’s Diamond Edition of “Beauty and the Beast” Is a Gem
It is hard to believe that it has been 19 years since Disney’s “Beauty… Read more about Beauty and the Beast on BluRay/DVD ★★★★…
James Franco stars in ‘127 Hours’
Okay Kids−Always Tell Your Mother Where You Are Going!
Here’s an example of what happens when a seasoned director; Academy Award winner Danny Boyle (“Slumdog Millionaire” 2008) meets up… Read more about 127 Hours (R) ★★★★…
46th Chicago International Film Festival
The staff of Sarah’s Backstage Pass used the old adage, ‘divide and conquer’ in approaching coverage of the 46th annual Chicago International Film Festival Oct. 7th through October 21, 2010.… Read more about Chicago International Film Festival 46th Boasts Big Talent…
Cecile De France and Matt Damon in “Hereafter”
He Sees Dead People When He Grips Your Hand
Clint Eastwood directs a very different type of film, that some will probably not like due to the… Read more about Hereafter (PG-13) ★★★☆…
Robert De Niro as Jack and Edward Norton as Stone.
Edward Norton as Stone Gives a Haunting Performance
John Curran (“The Painted Veil” 2006) directs a layered, compelling film centering on four main characters’ secrets,… Read more about Stone (R) ★★★…
(L-R) Diane Lane, Nelsan Ellis, Otto Thorwarth and John Malkovich in “Secretariat”.
The Perfect Family Film − Crossing All Generations
Disney’s “Secretariat” is a heartwarming story about an amazing race horse and its owner, Penny… Read more about Secretariat (PG) ★★★☆…
Justin Timberlake as Sean Parker and Jesse Eisenberg as Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network.
Friend Me, Tag Me in a Photo, Post on My Wall − Facebook Fans Rejoice as this Critic Clicks: LIKE… Read more about The Social Network (PG-13) ★★★★…
Ben Affleck in The Town.
Action Thriller Solidifies Affleck’s Talent as a Director
If Gone Baby Gone (2007) made you sit up and take notice, then The Town just might inspire you to stand up… Read more about The Town (R) ★★★☆…
You Won’t Sleep Through This One
Oliver Stone, director of Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, is beginning to grow on me. Yes, I’m even a bit surprised myself by this turn of events. And −… Read more about Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (PG-13) ★★★…
Nev talking with Megan
Online Friendship Becomes Personal on Many Levels
From the get-go, Catfish draws you in and doesn’t let you go until the credits are rolling. It’s human nature to be, somewhat, ‘nosey’… Read more about Catfish (PG-13) ★★★☆…
Drew Barrymore as Erin
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Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis,Justin Long and Barrymore
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Lots to Laugh About as Barrymore and Long are Hysterically Funny
Drew Barrymore otherwise… Read more about Going the Distance (R) ★★★☆…
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Li Cunxin Practicing in China
Ballet Performance
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An Inspiring, Uplifting Film Based on Courage
Filled with compassion, courage and heartfelt moments, Mao’s Last Dancer… Read more about Mao's Last Dancer (PG) ★★★★…
Sweet Dreams Equals Sweet Hollywood Script!
By far, Christopher Nolan’s Inception has been the most highly anticipated film of the summer by both critics and fans. The film challenges your mind and thought processes; you will be… Read more about Inception (PG-13) ★★★★…
Gru and his minions
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Gru with the children
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That Villain is Really Very Funny!
Parents and kids will enjoy sitting through Despicable Me as the… Read more about Despicable Me (G) ★★★☆…
Jennifer Lawrence as Ree Dolly
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John Hawkes as Uncle Teardrop
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A Determined Teen Struggles for Survival
If you have ever wondered how life has changed… Read more about Winter’s Bone (R) ★★★★…
Edward & Bella
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Jacob & Bella
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Total Eclipse of the Heart for Bella
Being of the mind set to ‘live in the moment’ and not look… Read more about The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (PG-13) ★★★…
Everyone’s Favorite New York Girls Are Back and Better Than Ever!
Ladies, if you want to glam it up with your girlfriends, grab a cocktail and lose yourself in the ‘fantasy fashion world’ for two… Read more about Sex and the City 2 (R) ★★★…