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Review of Jack Reacher (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Uncommonly sharp writing, a twisty puzzle and a darkly wry sense of humor elevate Jack Reacher well above the level most big-screen police…

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Review of Baggage Claim (2006)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Talbert sneaks in a few funny one-liners and genuinely touching scenes, but he mostly seems content to keep Montana scurrying through a meaningless…

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Review of 42 (2013)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

It may not be a cinematic grand slam, but 42 does a fine job sharing and celebrating Robinson's legacy, which makes it a solid win…

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Review of Darling Companion (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

There's only so many shots of beautiful vistas and charming doggies before viewers start wishing for a new cinematic companion, like maybe…

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Review of Moneyball (2011)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

With Pitt and Hill swinging for the fences, Moneyball does more than just get on base. And as we've learned, that's the key to winning the game…

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Review of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

With a twist that will likely take aback even Twihard fans who have read the saga countless times...Breaking Dawn - Part 2, emerges as the…

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Review of Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

While foodies will undoubtedly savor every gourmet moment of Jiro Dreams of Sushi, even moviegoers who aren't fish fans will find the refined…

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Review of Sinister (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

It's a shame that a story as chilling as Sinister should induce eye-rolls instead of sheer scares…

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Review of ParaNorman (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

ParaNorman spikes the adventure with truly sad and sobering moments dealing with real-life issues like bullying, death and the mob mentality…

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Review of Winnie the Pooh (2011)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

[Winnie the Pooh] is rebelliously pleasant, seditiously low-key and blessedly loyal to the spirit, look and tone of Milne's stories, Ernest…

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Review of One Direction: This Is Us (2013)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

This Is Us is packed with nonstop energy and cheeky good fun, courtesy of its likable young leads…

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Review of To the Wonder (2013)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Malick maintains his signature esoteric post-narrative style with the romantic drama…

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Review of The Odd Life of Timothy Green (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

While some aspects of the story are pretty predictable, [Peter Hedges] manages to work in a few surprises and, more importantly, conjure plenty…

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Review of Frankenweenie (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Even better, the quirky story of a boy and his dog shows that Burton has still got plenty of wonderful weirdness to bring to the big screen…

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Review of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Aside from the rampaging kangaroo and burning pirate shirt, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day emphasizes relatable…

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Review of J. Edgar (2011)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Eastwood's sure-handed direction, Black's time-shifting storytelling and the stellar performances make J. Edgar worth watching…

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Review of Dance Flick (2009)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

If you want to lower your adolescent's IQ, just drop him off a high cliff onto a hard surface…

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Review of The Help (2011)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

The Help still serves as an uplifting reminder of how compassion, courage, empathy and honesty have helped change the world…

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Review of The Way (2010)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

The Way offers an array of life-affirming spiritual messages that will resonate with filmgoers of different faiths and walks of life…

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Review of Silver Linings Playbook (2012)

By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 06 Aug 2018

Although the story sometimes drags and the predictable rom-com ending feels too pat, Silver Linings Playbook scores some intriguing insights…

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