"Though a short film at 35 minutes, its immediate impact is sobering. One thing that hit me hardest was the rooms filled with personal affects, glasses, shoes, clothes, and human hair. The Nazis, in their model of efficiency, used a massive room full of human hair to make rugs. Rugs. This film is often referred to as the greatest French film ever made, and it certainly is one of the best documentaries made."

"There is something so grand about this fictitious story of a great baseball player who nobody ever heard of. There is a throw-back atmosphere as we once again visit old ballparks around the USA. The whole affair drips of nostalgia. Redford is flawless as the underdog Roy Hobbs. You don't have to be sports fan to enjoy this classic film... because courage, determination, true love and triumph of the human spirit are universal themes."

"This intelligent, completely entertaining sci-fi film covers a lot, makes you think, and knows what it is: an impossible love story. It's plot is hard to explain, and that is why it works so well. The viewer is asked to fill in the blanks, based on an incomplete set of facts. It eventually gets where it's going, but is is like savoring a great slice of cheesecake one fork at a time."

"Just when it appeared that the vampire genre was completely worn out, this little gem appears... The effects are amazing, as is the story. Kudos to veteran actor Roddy McDowall as Vincent, and Chris Sarandon, as the best vampire since Bela Lugosi."

"This horror sequel is the last time Karloff would don the monster's incredible make-up and costume. After this film, many others would play the role in films of lesser quality. It is Bela Lugosi, however, who gives perhaps the performance of his macabre career. As Ygor, a maimed humpback, he breathes true evil into the film's vengeful villain, who is determined to restore the creature to life. He does, after all, needs a proxy to carry out the murders of those responsible for his hanging"

"This film, with a banging 70's soundtrack, has such a classy mood that you almost forget it's a movie. Each character drips of something: caution, sexuality, neglect, ambition - they're all damaged goods either searching for respect or a way out. The confrontation between Lawrence and Adams is one for the ages; my mouth was hanging open. The whole thing builds, and we feel something bad just has to happen to one, if not all, of our seedy quasi-criminals... and that is the fun of it."

"With the original film, director James Whale gave us a monster unlike any other. With the sequel, he offers a better blend of horror and cynical humor. The result is one of the best Universal monster productions ever made. It's scary, funny, outrageous, and exciting. It also appealed to a much larger audience. Karloff returns as the monster, and the wonderful Elsa Manchester makes her brief appearance as his wide-eyed, terrified bride."

"As hard as it may be to believe, this is the first zombie film to feature fast-moving zombies, and the impact is quite terrifying. However, this well-done feature gives the audience heart-stopping suspense sandwiched between genuine moments of character-building. The two leads, Murphy and Harris, are wonderful, and Irishman Brendan Gleeson lends a great supporting performance."

"This delightful, colorful Latino-based film explores death, and many more very adult topics such as: the impact a missing father can have, old grudges and the damage they do, and the importance of pursuing your heart's dream, regardless of the many naysayers. Yet, children will love it, too. The Pixar animation, once again, out-does itself. The choice to zip up and infuse brightness, and life, into the land of the dead was brilliant."

"This marked Tommy Lee Jones' first hand at directing, and it's a stellar effort.  What I noticed most was the attention spent on all the little moments: Tender flashbacks between friends, the odd encounter with the blind man, and the scene sitting in the uneventful Mexican bar. There is a richness on display here that perhaps only someone who grew up in a Southern border state can appreciate, but I think it is broader than that."

"This is a very well-done historical epic recreating one of the most pivotal battles in American history. The viewer is asked to take in all the pieces that had to come together for this battle to occur. It is all there: Devil's Den, Little Roundtop, Pickett's charge."

"It really wasn't fair to Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Here they give incredible performances, acting as male and female characters (Lemmon was nominated for Best Actor, Curtis should have been). They're incredibly funny as two cross-dressing mob band members on the sly. But neither could hold a candle to Marilyn. She's captivating. She sings. She's funny. She's sexy - They never had a chance."

"Martin Scorsese takes us on a semi-dreamlike ride into the scum-crusted, wet streets of New York City. For all its glam and glitter, this place has an underbelly where common folk are ground up and spit out. From this cauldron rises Travis Bickle, a person sleepwalking through an existence absent of meaning. From the start, we feel this story is heading to ruin."

"This concert film is triumphant, as the band wrapped up the Vapor Trails tour, because they had been through emotional hell with devastating personal losses. This was the perfect pairing of a band that had clawed back to tour again, and a South American country that exploded when their beloved Rush stopped in for the first time ever. In São Paulo, they played for 60,000 rabid fans in a soccer stadium."

"If you enjoyed Dorothy's journey in Oz, or Charlie's adventure in Willie's factory, then this amazing fantasy fare might be right up your alley. Director/Writer Miyazaki creates such incredible visuals that, at first, you might be overwhelmed. This quest through Japanese mythology, where demons and forest gods hold considerable power over humans, plays like a Greek tragedy."

"As Marvel films ushers in a new Phase, their first offering reflects some wise choices... There is a perfect blend of humor and action, the actors were stellar, and the ending leaves us wanting more. You can't ask for more than that."

"To this day, I have this strange internal fear of doomsday cults and secret pagan societies, lurking under the radar, snagging innocents for their bloody rituals. This film creates palpable dread as we watch a young adult vacation quickly turns into something totally unexpected, and unexplainable. It is very terrifying."

"As expected, it is packed with action, special effects, and thrilling scenes. What really surprised me was the careful attention paid to the tender moments that help the viewers see the human side of an alien being who possesses enough power to, frankly, scare people. The moments with his pooch Krypto, Lois and his parents are truly heart-rending. The most important aspect is that this film gets the essence of Superman right - no matter what, he will not kill - EVER."

"This complex, unconventional love story painfully illustrates the jagged edge these rugged men had to walk if they dared show their true feelings. Ledger and Gyllenhaal deliver incredible performances under Ang Lee's sensitive direction. The film won three Oscars, including Best Director and Best Score."

"All of us who experienced children through those darn teen years really want to understand that ordeal better, and we really want to know more about dear Riley. This film hits those notes like a hockey slap-shot. The addition of new emotions adds to the hilarity, as Riley feels the pressures of meeting new friends, and balancing her existing relationships."

"How the hell does Jack Nicholson do it? He takes a character, who is an completely unlikable, neurotic chauvinist; and by the movie's end... you love him! This film centers on the acting chops of Nicholson and Hunt who won both Academy and Golden Globe awards for Best Actor/Actress. Greg Kinnear also stands out as a gay artist having a bad run of luck."

"There's also a loveable cadre of teenage Vikes who strive to be the best dragonslayers. However, for me, the core of this film is a broken relationship between a father and his son. Once again, DreamWorks has put forth a delightful, high-quality children's film. It also should resonate with many adults, especially fathers who might have been too hard on their sons."

"This was not the film I thought it would be. It was completely mis-marketed as a romance. The performances by Ryan and Garcia are top-notch! It is one of the best films about addiction, recovery, and how hard it is for addicts to reinsert themselves back into their old life."

"Some of the greatest comedies are spawned from the most unlikeliest of subjects. By all accounts, unemployed British men should not be funny, yet it is. I mean, we got garden gnomes, folks. This is a huge tribute to some fine direction, and a solid script. There are also great performances through-out, leads to supporting cast. It truly is a dream ensemble. There are laughs throughout, and, trust me, the film's fully-gratifying ending will be one you won't soon forget."

"To say they don't make films like this anymore is an understatement. The animation is pristine, the musical numbers are lovely, and the script is tight and funny. This family favorite will entertain even the fussiest child. Put it on and enjoy Disney at its best!"

"This premise alone should blow your mind, as the fantastical tale rockets onward, exploring the concepts of love and heartbreak. This is Cecilia's story - a meek woman, caught in-between two realities, determined to find her true strength in a life of hardships. Farrow is captivating, and Jeff Daniels does a nice job playing the dual roles of Tom Baxter and Gil Shepherd, the actor who portrays him. This magical story says a lot about our big screen heroes juxtaposed to people in the real world - and it leaves it up to us to decide which is better or worse."

"This incredibly unique cinematic triumph bends reality to intelligently show us the ups and downs of a romantic relationship; the vulnerability of the human psyche; and the faint possibility that sometimes an imperfect love is still worth everything."

"This film's brilliance is that it's not selling an agenda. It simply, and quite beautifully, documents the evolution of a free spirit. We see contrasted the romantic harmony of nature's beauty, against the brutality of life as a vagabond, always hungry, and overwhelmed by nature's power. Since we, the audience, also encounter Christopher's life, we have to be prepared to feel heartbreak as well. However, the lessons gained are worth that cost."

"There is a lot going on with Monk: the marketing of his gansta-novel, his sibling relations, his mother's onset of Alzheimer's, and his romantic exploits. Yet all are woven together perfectly. I was also surprised at how many times I laughed out loud - this is a testament to a fantastic script and the wonderfully complex lead portrayal by Jeffrey Wright. If you are White Like Me, or not, this drama is worth your consideration."

"It is such a pleasure to see Jackman back as Wolverine. He dependably gives his all as a version of the character, who, in his universe, failed to be the hero we expect. Ryan Reynolds is likewise entertaining as Deadpool (aka The Merc with the Mouth), wise-cracking and gorily eviscerating foes all day long. Throw in a ton of multi-verse Marvel second-tier cameos and we got us a film! The special effects are amazing, as are the many (and I mean almost too many) fight scenes..."

"This unique film is a wonderful, beautiful mess of all sorts and homages. You will cringe, then burst out laughing. There is gore, wonder, and finally a sense of awakening. The stark imagery and slightly-skewed aesthetics only heighten the film's appreciation. You won't be able to watch this without experiencing a plethora of emotions."

"That ugliness is very lifeblood of film noir. This film is masterfully directed and shot, with lots of film "tricks" employed by (director Orson) Welles' keen visual eye. There are long tracking shots (Namely the Hitchcockian opening 3 minutes, as we slowly follow a car with a ticking bomb in the trunk), sweat-filled close-ups, dank shadow-filled rooms filled with seedy street urchins."

"This film introduced me to Anya Taylor-Joy, and, wow, what an actress. She stands toe-to-toe with veteran actor Ralph Fiennes. This mind field of revenge and obsessions will shock you, thrill you, and completely entertain you, each course more delicious than the last."

"This time-warping treasure is simple, sweet, and thought provoking. I kept waiting for something bad to occur, as is the case in nearly all time-travel films, but not here, thankfully. Our protagonist is the awkward Tim, who just can't figure out the opposite sex. Then his father, on this 21st birthday, drops the bomb that the men in his family can travel back in time. What!?"

"I love history, particularly our history, and this 10-hour, highly-acclaimed mini-series. Ken Burns and his team of filmmakers/historians masterfully intertwined over 16,000 photographs/paintings, excerpts from letters and journals of the time, period music/sound effects, and some of the best voices in American film. All this culminates in a detailed retelling of the most important four years in America."

"Start filming in, say, 30,000 B. C., and take us to current day.  After some serious editing, this spot will have generated quite a collection of tales. There will be multiple tenants: dinosaurs, deer, native peoples, colonials, inventors, returning soldiers, new families, all with their time accounted for; their stories told."

"This is a story, often only a few paragraphs in history books, best told using an in-depth, smart and visceral film. It details the origins of atomic theory, the determined scientists, the desperate military leaders, the governmental pressures - all to culminate in a world-changing event. It is a moment in our nation's past that is truly incredible, yet simultaneously horrible - the advent of nuclear fission."

"In a post-apocalyptic world of utter madness, George Miller once again cobbles together some of the best storytelling on big screens today. It's bombastic, heart-wrenching, and thoroughly enjoyable to watch. Every scene is choreographed like the finest Sydney Ballet, and the cinematography is breathtaking. It delivers in every moment."

"As "talkies" hit screens, and the Industrial Revolution changed America, Director Chaplin gives us some biting prophetic wisdom about too much technology and greedy corporations treating their employees like machine cogs. He also interweaves a delightfully sweet romance between two vagabond tramps destined to be together."