April 19, 2010
Mystic River works because it’s never bogged down by any flashy camera movement. light theatrics or editing experimentation.
February 16, 2011
The King's Speech is the story of King George VI, his rise to the throne and his battle to control a lifelong speech impediment in the early days of radio.
May 5, 2015
Seven Pounds is a great concept but executed with poor vision. The supporting cast is well chosen, with Dawson, Harrelson and Pepper being high points.
February 16, 2011
Blue Valentine follows a married couple in turmoil, and recalls their relationship’s romantic beginnings as it threatens to unravel in the present.
March 26, 2010
In The Savages, Tamara Jenkins explores the importance of family and the effects of dementia in this hard depiction of growing old.