The Giver Giveth Jeff Bridges
Co-producer Bridges plays the Giver of memories in a highly controlled future era that’s a drag for teens.
Aug 29th, 2014The Expendables 3 is Thrice the Schlock
Stallone adds a couple of unknown under 30s to his crowded roster of aging action stars in the third instalment.
Aug 15th, 2014Boyhood Is a True Masterwork
Richard Linklater’s unique film -- 12 years in the making -- captures a boy’s coming of age.
Aug 1st, 2014Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
Monkeys vs. humans yet again, in strong story with weak action scenes.
Jul 11th, 2014The Rover is Taut Spellbinder
Guy Pearce stars in well-acted, mysterious, bloody film.
Jun 20th, 2014Out of the Past
Ida is a haunting story of a woman’s search for the truth in Poland.
Jun 13th, 2014Star Power Triumphs
Words and Pictures has weak story but terrific performances by Clive Owen and Juliette Binoche.
Jun 9th, 2014The Plot to Make Us Fat
The documentary Fed Up is a fresh look at how the food industry causes obesity.
Jun 2nd, 2014The Joy of Cooking
Chef isn’t that original, but it’s a fun, tasty take on a cook’s bid to rediscover his passion for food.
May 28th, 2014