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‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Review

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DreamWorks Animation has had much more success in recent years with original films (such as “Kung Fu Panda”) than with sequels to previous hits (like “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa”). “How to Train Your Dragon” continues that trend. “How to Train Your Dragon” is based on the children’s book of the same name, and this adventure […]
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‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Review

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Most people, after seeing a movie based on a book they‘ve read, usually say “I liked the book better.” I, on the other hand, as a movie guy, usually enjoy the movies more than the books. But not this time. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” is based on the very popular book series by Jeff […]
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‘Alice in Wonderland’ Review

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Johnny Depp and Tim Burton have done several movies together, including “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “Edward Scissorhands”. However, their latest collaboration has me as mad as a hatter, because it’s just not very good. “Alice in Wonderland” is based on the two, classic Lewis Carroll books, but it’s isn’t a remake of the […]
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‘Extraordinary Measures’ Review

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Hollywood heavyweights Brendan Fraser and Harrison Ford are best known for their action roles. But in “Extraordinary Measures” they get to show-off their dramatic acting skills. The film is based on the true story of the Crowley family, which includes two children who suffer from Pompe disease, which causes their muscles to weaken and their […]
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‘Tooth Fairy’ Review

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has starred in a bunch of family films in recent years, most the them not very good. “Tooth Fairy” – isn’t great, but it’s not bad, thanks to some help from his friends. “The Rock” plays Derek Thompson, a professional hockey player. He use to be a star in the NHL, […]
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‘The Spy Next Door’ Review

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It was the first family film of 2010 – Jackie Chan as an International spy/friendly neighbor with all the moves. Unfortunately, Chan’s martial arts talent is one of the only good things about “The Spy Next Door”. Chan plays Bob, who’s retired from the spy business and wants to marry the single mother with three […]
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‘Old Dogs’ Review

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When this Disney comedy came out last year, with Hollywood legends John Travolta and Robin Williams teaming-up, I hoped that they’d be a winning combo in a funny film. I was wrong. In “Old Dogs”, Dan (Wliiams) and Charlie (Travolta) are long-time best friends and business partners. Dan’s old girlfriend, Vicki (played by Travolta’s real […]
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‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ Review

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My favorite film of 2009 – the Academy Award-nominated “Fantastic Mr. Fox” is out on DVD. If you didn’t see it when it was in theaters, or even if you did, this is must-viewing for every movie fan. From “Matilda” to “James and the Giant Peach” to “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, author Roald Dahl’s […]
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