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'Burn After Reading' is a Coen Brothers Comedy Classicnew
The brothers have complete control, an impeccable crew and some of the best actors in the business, all seemingly having the time of their lives. The result is a blast on par with their Raising Arizona and The Big Lebowski.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
09-18-2008 |
Reviews
After Odd Start, 'Tell No One' Really Gets Goingnew
If you want to see a difficult film with good action, a fine performance by Kristin Scott Thomas, a confusing and potentially dull first third and a neat payoff at the end, I'd suggest Tell No One. If you just want a delicious snack, I'd suggest an orange bell pepper dipped in hummus. The choice is yours.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
09-18-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Guillaume Canet, Tell No One
See Nicolas Mope in 'Bankok Dangerous'new
This listless remake of a 1999 Thai film lacks substance and excitement.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
09-12-2008 |
Reviews
The Missing Minutes of 'Nixon'new
This new DVD release of Oliver Stone's Richard Nixon biopic benefits from the addition of 28 minutes of deleted scenes--even though it's now more than 3 1/2 hours long. Also reviewed: John Hughes' High School Flashback Collection and American Experience: The Presidents Collection.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
09-04-2008 |
Reviews
Making a Mess of 'Babylon A.D.'new
Babylon A.D. is bad, but not as bad as other critics are making it out to be.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
09-04-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Babylon A.D., Mathieu Kassovitz
'American Teen': High School Confidentialnew
American Teen is fascinating, stunning and terrifying, all at once.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
09-04-2008 |
Reviews
Ways of Dealingnew
As far as indie films go, The Wackness is competent entertainment--but nothing special.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
08-29-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: The Wackness, Jonathan Levine
True Religionnew
Traitor fails as a politically conscious film, but works well as a suspenseful thriller.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
08-29-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Jeffrey Nachmanoff, Traitor
'Hamlet 2' is a Funny, Inspired Riff on Uptight Middle Americanew
A high school drama teacher mounts a sequel to Hamlet in yet another hilarious summer comedy.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
08-21-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Andrew Fleming, Hamlet 2
'My Winnipeg': Cinema for Insomniacsnew
A babbling, narcissistic voiceover dooms Guy Maddin's despite occasional flashes of brilliance.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
08-21-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Guy Maddin, My Winnipeg
Cinematic Slaughternew
Tropic Thunder delightfully features big stars giving the middle finger to their Hollywood bosses.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
08-15-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Ben Stiller, Tropic Thunder
Ban Clones!new
The new Star Wars is great if you enjoy violence, inconsistency and meaninglessness.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
08-15-2008 |
Reviews
Reefer Madnessnew
Pineapple Express takes its place as one of history's great stoner pics.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
08-07-2008 |
Reviews
Gonzo Worldnew
The fascinating writings of Hunter S. Thompson get chronicled in this great, yet sad, documentary.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
08-07-2008 |
Reviews
Boys Among Mennew
Step Brothers is funny enough--but the duo of Ferrell and Reilly can do better.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
07-31-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Adam McKay, Step Brothers
