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Review of House at the End of the Street (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

Even though its blandness could get overpowering, it remains to be admirable for its decent yet twisted premise and the good performances the…

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Review of Les Misérables (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

There's no question that its overachieving craft and artistry is extraordinary but this also made it unendurable, deplorable and almost dry…

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Review of One for the Money (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

contains a fascinating premise but was ruined by weird transitions…

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Review of Sinister (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

an ingenious and unambitious horror film packed with chilling and hair-raising moments…

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Review of The Barrens (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

For a mind game, it delivers. For a good horror flick, it doesn't. One way or another, it's just another passable film…

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Review of Flight (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

Slow paced but solid acting for what the material was worth…

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Review of The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

Dealing with all regular problems of high school like first love, friendship & all the other stuff that comes with it, while coping with the…

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Review of This Is 40 (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

an honest and incredibly funny relationship comedy. This is exactly the kind of film that you would not want to end so soon…

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Review of The Possession (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

The film is frustrating in supplying adequate plot details but it was also well-made, compelling and effective enough to be a good horror film…

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Review of Here Comes the Boom (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

a film that has a heart and decency in its execution but largely uninspired and barely fascinating…

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Review of Smashed (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

tackles an important subject matter with honesty and delightful hilarity that was strengthened even more by Mary Elizabeth Winstead's bravura…

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Review of People Like Us (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

a cheesy melodrama with surprisingly good performances from its leads that at least made it bearable…

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Review of The Man with the Iron Fists (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 03 Dec 2013

Glad I saw it in the hotel room. would not advise anyone to pay to view this…

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Review of Anna Karenina (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 03 Dec 2013

Well done, I enjoyed the beauty of the wardrobes. Everything was stunning, as well as the storyline was spot on…

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Review of Stoker (2013)

By Mark James A (388) on 03 Dec 2013

A very Hitchcock-ian look into the secrets that lie behind every facade. Matthew Goode is more than good as the creepy brother Charlie…

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Review of The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 02 Dec 2013

an absolutely entertaining animated feature packed with breathtaking adventure, jolly humor and even historical references…

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Review of Safe House (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 02 Dec 2013

For the thrills and action I've had fun but it faltered having associated with a generic plot, dumb and pretentious as it possibly could…

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Review of The Lucky One (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 02 Dec 2013

provides interesting characters and compelling plot but its execution was choppy, uninspired and almost boring…

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Review of Brave (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 02 Dec 2013

There's a bit of disappointment in terms of its scope and plot but no matter how big those missteps are, the entire engagement remains worthy…

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Review of The Bourne Legacy (2012)

By Mark James A (388) on 02 Dec 2013

A fine action film, it is but it seems like it's half a movie…

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