In spite of its typically all-star cast of Penn, Javier Bardem, and Idris Elba, the pseudo-thriller is an underdeveloped wreck of a film.
‘Cinderella’ Adaption Given Branagh Makeover
Lily James and Robb Madden take on the iconic director’s vision in this Disney remake.
Cooper Has Oscar In His Sights With ‘American Sniper’
Eastwood’s ‘American Sniper’ is loaded with controversy, but Cooper’s acting delivers an Oscar-worthy performance.
Martin Luther King Jr. Biopic ‘Selma’ Artfully Blends Fact And Fiction
DuVernay and a powerful cast lead a film of immense talent and artistic realism.
‘Big Hero 6’ Brings Revenge Tale Back To Disney
Even without a hit song or clear cut villain, Disney still thrills with engaging animation in ‘Big Hero 6.’
Dan Gilroy Loses His Footing In Dark Directorial Debut ‘Nightcrawler’
The thriller ‘Nightcrawler,’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal, struggles to bring its themes fully to light.
‘All Is By My Side’ Fails To Channel The Electricity Of Hendrix’s Career
Although Andre Benjamin plays a believable Hendrix, ‘Jimi’ suffers from an inauthentic plot.
Kristen Wiig And Bill Hader Play It Serious In ‘Skeleton Twins’
Director Craig Johnson treads the line between grotesque and light comedy in ‘The Skeleton Twins.’
‘This Is Where I Leave You’ Is A Comedy Better Left Alone
Jason Bateman and Tina Fey fail to transcend the cliche plot of ‘This Is Where I Leave You.’
‘The Drop’ Falls Short As Final Chapter To Gandolfini’s Legacy
Strong acting performances from Tom Hardy and James Gandolfini still can’t redeem the conclusion of Roskam’s crime drama ‘The Drop.’