Did what I had yet to see any other entrant in this arena do, it crossed generational lines and had 18 year-olds and 50 year-olds talking about the merits of the same film.... and that is truly it’s greatest accomplishment.

There are enough facts and inspiration to make Tiger worth watching. Mickey Rourke always gives a good performance, and he still fits in the boxing setting. The downside is the story’s structure is unoriginal insuring Tiger will never leap beyond being just a good film.

A rare high school dramedy with some heft to it. Smartly photographed and edited, it manages to walk the difficult tightrope strung between the typically loopy coming of age film and a simmering disaster in the making.

Few seasoned filmmakers can boast the lightness of touch, the comedic timing, and proficiency with an ensemble cast that the 21-year-old Lindon so nonchalantly possesses. The film would’ve been a treat if it were made by an established auteur; the fact that a complete newcomer concocted the entire thing makes it even more impressive.

Linklater reaches for the sky with this film, but the result is mixed.

A real treasure in the guise of yet another Sundance dramedy.

A film of limited production values, a low-quality picture and the occasional flubbed camera move. But it makes up for these flaws with sharp observations, compelling characters and a great collection of music.

It may be the most winning, smile-inducing Hollywood action flick of the summer.

While imperfect, it does provide an intriguing glimpse into a subculture, which many people will be surprised to learn, still exists.

The problem with the film, despite the genius of craftmanship and cinematography, is that the film doesn't really have anything new to say.

The one thing that keeps this movie from being an instant classic is its tendency towards childishly goofy humor. I guess it all depends on how you like your funny.

Despite lacking more elaborate storytelling, Kirk Caouette’s indie thriller features enthralling action and a consistent aura of dread.

A film that's every bit as odd, unique, and unnerving as its title character.

I will say Candyman is worth watching. But I will advise not going in with preconceived ideas or comparisons to the original because that is where the disappointment will hit you like a brick to the head.

A black comedy that nonetheless manages to tap into the sense of alienation and unfocused rage so prevalent in today's kids.

The Last Boy Scout is overwrought, extremely violent, has a relatively unbelievable winding plot, perhaps the foulest mouthed teen ever, tons of low lives everywhere, lots of shots to Willis’ face, and is actually a pretty entertaining effort, an undeniable guilty pleasure.

A hyper-violent, hyper-gory, kung-fu grindhouse flick. And there’s nothing at all wrong with that.

This film poignantly captures the hurt feelings of the women subjected to this man’s perversion. It is a sobering experience. Seek it out if you’re intrigued.

At a glance, this slow-burn plot may seem like an action-thriller. But thanks to the fascinating character study embedded in this script, it can hold anyone’s attention with the dialogue alone.

Rickman and Weaver sell it, and the utterly heart wrenching finale is the big pay off, and the experience is worth it.

Bad Boys for Life is a fun and competent action comedy with most of all the things people loved about the previous two films. It succeeds in that regard, but it does not successfully succeed in pushing the franchise forward and passing the torch to newer and fresher talent.

A chick flick in the purest sense--it's not about men or falling in love--and is quite funny.

Ultimately a complex meditation on this moral conundrum, a raw tale of survival against impossible odds, and a dashing adventure yarn all in one.

Slow in places, but the feeling of foreboding you’ll take away from it is undeniable.

The best thing I can say about A Dog’s Way Home is that it’s an exceptional film, that you’d find on the Hallmark Channel. Science has yet to count just how many strings the human heart has, but A Dog’s Way Home tries to pull every damn one of them.

Bender’s film never really leaves one’s thoughts even well after it’s over.