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‘A Complete Unknown’ Shreds Biopic Formula
James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown” is one of those musical biopics that gives you what you expect, if not demand,…
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‘Gremlins’ Remains a Nasty ’80s-Era Triumph
Joe Dante’s “Gremlins” isn’t just a seminal work of 1980’s pop cinema but a very-dark horror/comedy set at Christmastime. It’s…
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‘Day of the Fight’ Punches Above Its Weight Class
Jack Huston’s “Day of the Fight” begins with the familiar but becomes something truly special. To be specific, I was…
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How ‘The Polar Express’ Changed Hollywood Forever
Robert Zemeckis’ “The Polar Express” (2004) represents not only a turning point in the filmmaker’s career but a no-turning-back moment…
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Is ‘Nosferatu the Vampyre’ the Creepiest Count Ever?
Werner Herzog’s “Nosferatu the Vampyre” (1979) is among the most faithful film adaptations of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula.” It’s also one…
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‘Sing Sing’ Soars Above Prison Movie Cliches
Greg Kwedar’s “Sing Sing” takes place in a maximum-security prison and depicts the real Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) program.…
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‘Back to the Future Part II’ Remains a Sublime Sequel
Robert Zemeckis’ “Back to the Future Part II” (1989) is one of the greatest movie sequels ever made. It is…
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‘NeverEnding Story’ Enchanted Young and Old Alike
Wolfgang Peterson’s “The NeverEnding Story” is a rare children’s film that I respected in my youth for how smart, serious-minded…
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How David Lynch Buckled Our Knees with ‘The Straight Story’
David Lynch’s “The Straight Story” (1999) is his least expected work and one of his best. Atypically straightforward but rich…
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Discarded ‘Breakfast of Champions’ Gets a Second Chance
Alan Rudolph’s “Breakfast of Champions” (1999) is messy, dated and occasionally brilliant. Following a high-profile premiere and a negative reaction…
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