Section: Film
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Film Clip: The Dictator
Between genuine amusement (rare) and squirmy discomfort (frequent), there are enough laughs to satisfy Cohen’s fans—but only them.
This article was published on 05.17.12
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Film Clip: What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Shauna Cross and Heather Hach’s script is, on balance, a parade of humdrum banalities, with matching direction by Kirk Jones.
This article was published on 05.17.12
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Film Clip: Girl in Progress
Terrible writing and slovenly direction turn what was plainly intended to be a heartwarming coming-of-age dramedy into the irritating tale of two annoying people—an irresponsible mother and her obnoxious daughter.
This article was published on 05.17.12
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The Avengers
Get your fun, light, fast superhero fix right here!
This article was published on 05.10.12
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Outsourced and exotic
Director John Madden tries to avoid both the post-colonial and the post-romantic, but nails the post-Slumdog.
This article was published on 05.10.12
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Dark Shadows
Johnny Depp shines—not glitters—as the original American camp-goth vampire, Barnabas Collins.
This article was published on 05.10.12
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The Pirates! Band of Misfits
Argh! It’s Charlie Darwin. Ahoy there, matey, and watch out for Queen Victoria!
This article was published on 05.03.12
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May 17, 2012
SN&R Vol 24 Issue 5
May 10, 2012
SN&R Vol 24 Issue 4
May 03, 2012
SN&R Vol 24 Issue 3