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For 16,535 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 56% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 38% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.2 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Movie review score: 63
Highest review score: 100 Sand Storm
Lowest review score: 0 Saw VI
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8,705 out of 16535
  2. Mixed: 5,813 out of 16535
  3. Negative: 2,017 out of 16535
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  1. King of the Corner
    Warm and wise comedy of middle-age malaise.
  2. Batman Begins
    A carefully thought out and consummately well-made piece of work, a serious comic-book adaptation that is driven by story, psychology and reality, not special effects.
  3. Mr. & Mrs. Smith
    In the end, star charisma and Liman's style win us over and we relax into a sophisticated summertime diversion that is noticeably intended for adults.
  4. The Honeymooners
    John Leguizamo steals the show as its sleazy trainer -- not that there's much to steal from John Schultz's joylessly schematic paycheck.
  5. High Tension
    For much of its duration the film is a case of intense fare done with an undeniable effectiveness and ingenuity -- until it lurches into a deplorable surprise twist.
  6. The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl 3-D
    On the whole it feels genuine. Lautner and Dooley are compelling as the sullen, instinctual Sharkboy and the radiant, hot-headed Lavagirl, and it's easy to see why they dominate shy, hesitant Max's dreams.
  7. Howl's Moving Castle
    Parse it any way you like, Miyazaki's gifts as an animator place him in a category of his own. To see his latest film is to be somehow reminded of Italians who could hear Verdi's operas as soon as they were sung or English readers who could experience the novels of Dickens episode by episode.
  8. Slutty Summer
    Andreas is way too low-energy to hold the screen as the film's lead, but he was wise to surround himself with a talented cast. Unfortunately, the wooden dialogue and overall shallowness of the writing keep the film from being even an amiable diversion.
  9. Wild Side
    This process unfolds in terse, compelling fashion with ravishing camerawork by Agnès Godard.
  10. 5x2
    Bruni-Tedeschi is a lovely actress, and whatever emotion is evident onscreen comes courtesy of her.
  11. Chrystal
    Chrystal unravels a bit toward the end as it becomes more fable-like, but the performances make it worthwhile.
  12. The Keeper: The Legend of Omar Khayyam
    There is nothing extraordinary about the filmmaking, but Mashayekh's old-fashioned commitment to his and co-writer Belle Avery's story creates an overall satisfying experience.
  13. Cinderella Man
    Cinderella Man's key emotional moments feel as if they've been predigested for an audience that can't be trusted to feel things for itself but needs to be firmly albeit lovingly pointed in the appropriate direction.
  14. Lords of Dogtown
    As beautifully structured as one of the Z-Boys' graceful and intricate maneuvers. It is economic yet possesses depth and is visually striking, capturing an idea of what life is like in a very fast lane.
  15. Rock School
    Immensely entertaining.
  16. Apres Vous (After You)
    This delightfully spirited film is perfectly cast, and it's hard to imagine how Daniel Auteuil, José Garcia and Sandrine Kiberlain could possibly improve upon their irresistible, multifaceted portrayals.
  17. Deep Blue
    Numerous films have explored undersea life, but few as comprehensively and as consistently compelling as Deep Blue, by the creators of the "Blue Planet" TV series.
  18. Milwaukee, Minnesota
    Not quite the sum of its occasionally interesting parts. Most of its cast makes strong impressions, but the plot and motivation don't quite jell, resulting in a minor item that shows its star Troy Garity to good advantage.
  19. Caterina va in città
    Smart, sassy, compassionate and critical.
  20. The Story of an African Farm
    As it is, Bustin' Bonaparte is an enjoyable diversion, but with more energy and style it might have been a gem.
  21. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
    Has its share of summery charms, including gorgeous postcard views of Santorini, an old-worldy Romeo-Juliet romance, and some particularly good performances by Tamblyn and Boyd.
  22. Or
    A work of exceptional subtlety and is all the more captivating and heart-rending for being so.
  23. A Wake in Providence
    The film aims for a light social satire but mainly falls flat. It feels more like a long-lost pilot for some never-aired 1970s sitcom or a misguided sequel to a Billy Joel song.
  24. The Longest Yard
    If you're thinking of seeing it, and you're old enough to drive (or even read this), do yourself a favor and rent the original instead.
  25. Madagascar
    Madagascar is a classical gas. It's a good-humored, pleasant confection that has all kinds of relaxed fun bringing computer-animated savvy to the old-fashioned world of Looney Tunes cartoons.
  26. Bomb the System
    Hurting the film is the fact that the central character, Anthony, is so self-absorbed.
  27. A League of Ordinary Gentlemen
    Informativeand endearing film.
  28. Saving Face
    Alice Wu's debut film is so deft, natural and exquisitely specific, it feels fresh.
  29. Genesis
    As extraordinary as all of this imagery is, it is the film's sound design that takes it to another level. A quirky, electric mix of ambient sound, effects and music by composer Bruno Coulais and sound designer Laurent Quaglio gives the film its heart and its sense of humor.
  30. Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist
    Instantly forgettable.
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