AltWeeklies Wire
'Hunger' Is Amazing, Fully Realized Artnew
A movie about someone dying of hunger could easily be maudlin, talky, boring and preachy. But experimental film artist Steve McQueen tried another route, and wound up crafting one of the most beautifully realized films of the decade.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
05-27-2009 |
Reviews
Tom Hanks and Ron Howard Need to STOP Making Robert Langdon Movies!new
Angels and Demons presents scenarios so illogical, so preposterous, that it makes the Alien vs. Predator, American Pie and Beethoven franchises look like high art.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
05-20-2009 |
Reviews
Tags: Ron Howard, action movies
Despite Some Annoying Cliches, 'Gigantic' Isn't Half Badnew
This is one of those indie movies about a strange and affectless young man who meets a zany girl who's beautiful and full of life, and then love ensues in its kooky way. So, basically, it's a Zach Braff film. Which is not a compliment. But then Gigantic has some really good stuff, too.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
05-20-2009 |
Reviews
The Summer Movie Preview!new
The liberal communist cokehead conspiracy wants you to see these films!
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
05-20-2009 |
Movies
Tags: summer movies
'Next Day Air' Is a Not-So-Special Deliverynew
Next Day Air is ... a movie, if nothing else.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
05-14-2009 |
Reviews
'Sugar' Is Better Than Typical Sports Filmsnew
What sets Sugar apart is that the story is told so well. As the film progresses, and a lot of the standard tropes are rehearsed, things take an unusual turn, and the movie departs a little from familiar territory, serving up an ending that is satisfying, unexpected and not at all simple.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
05-14-2009 |
Reviews
The New 'Star Trek' Is the Best Film in the Seriesnew
Director J.J. Abrams has pulled off a modern movie miracle with his reboot of the Star Trek franchise. He manages to retain the vibe of the beloved TV and film series while creating something altogether different, fresh and irresistibly entertaining.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
05-07-2009 |
Reviews
Ignore the Critics: 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Is Fine Superhero-Movie Fun!new
I think that the reason X-Men Origins: Wolverine has gotten such bad reviews is that reviewers do not understand something that film lovers like to call "awesomeness."
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
05-07-2009 |
Reviews
You'll Like the Avett Brothers Live and in Concert—Guaranteed!new
The sheer energy and exuberance of the Avett Brothers' live shows resembles nothing so much as an all-inclusive tent revival, and that's been key to winning over new fans.
Tucson Weekly |
Stephen Seigel |
04-29-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
'Fighting' Packs No Punchnew
Channing Tatum's sputtering performance and a stereotypical plot lead Fighting to failure.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
04-29-2009 |
Reviews
'Fanboys': A Geek Journeynew
Fanboys is a brain-dead teen comedy that substitutes Star Wars references for humor.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
04-29-2009 |
Reviews
Stolen Youth: '17 Again'new
Zac Efron displays talent and charm in the enjoyable, if unoriginal 17 Again.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
04-23-2009 |
Reviews
'Crank: High Voltage' Is Rather Joltingnew
Crank is not a good film, in the moral sense of "good," but it might be an entertaining film, and is in many ways an innovative film.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
04-23-2009 |
Reviews
Mall Nut: 'Observe and Report'new
Observe and Report delivers a healthy dose of laughs—and gasps.
Tucson Weekly |
Bob Grimm |
04-16-2009 |
Reviews
Compelling Case: '12'new
12 is like 12 Angry Men, except that it's Russian, and it takes place in a high school gym.
Tucson Weekly |
James DiGiovanna |
04-16-2009 |
Reviews
