Friday, March 13 2009
Race to Witch Mountain
Race to Witch Mountain holds no surprises (even granting that it's a remake).
Monday, June 30 2008
Jumper
Brashness and arrogance, and absolutely none of the consequences of either.
Thursday, February 14 2008
Jumper
The Chechnyan backdrop reminds you yet again of the utter inconsequence of Jumper.
Thursday, April 5 2007
The Reaping (2007)
Ben more or less embodies The Reaping's pretended argument between Christian belief and skepticism.
Wednesday, February 21 2007
Bridge to Terabithia (2007)
Where other "kids' films" might instruct or condescend, Bridge to Terabithia treats children like what they will eventually become: grown-ups.
Friday, September 16 2005
Because of Winn-Dixie (2005)
Simple, kind, honest, and unpatronising, Because of Winn-Dixie handles the friendship between Opal and her mutt quite perfectly.
