CTReaderEast.com Local News, Read all about it!: Movie Reviews 53% Changeling ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 02 November, 2008 10:05:02 Beautifully shot and well-acted, Changeling is a compelling story that unfortunately gives in to convention too often. 65% Zack and Miri Make a Porno ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 02 November, 2008 10:05:02 Zack and Miri Make a Porno is a modest success for Kevin Smith, due in large part to the charm of Seth Rogen and Elizabeth 36% Pride and Glory ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 26 October, 2008 08:05:02 Formulaic in its plotting and cliched in its dialogue, Pride and Glory does little to distinguish itself from other police procedurals. 13% Saw V ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 26 October, 2008 08:05:02 With everyone else dead and rotting, it's up to Hoffman (Costas Mandylor) to continue Jigsaw's murderous traditions. 65% High School Musical 3: Senior Year ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 26 October, 2008 08:05:02 It won't win many converts, but High School Musical 3 is bright, energetic, and well-crafted. 54% W. ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 19 October, 2008 04:05:03 A surprisingly sympathetic portrayal of the 43rd American president, W. is fascinating in spots, but merely rudimentary as a whole. 58% The Secret Life of Bees ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 19 October, 2008 04:05:03 The Secret Life of Bees has moments of charm, but is largely too maudlin and sticky-sweet. 45% Sex Drive ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 19 October, 2008 04:05:03 Sex Drive has some hilarious moments and is well made for a raunchy teen film, but will appeal to few beyond that demographic. 18% Max Payne ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 19 October, 2008 04:05:03 While it boasts some stylish action, Max Payne suffers severely from an illogical plot and overdirection. 47% City of Ember ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 12 October, 2008 10:05:02 City of Ember is visually arresting, and boasts a superb cast, but is sadly lacking in both action and adventure. 65% The Express ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 12 October, 2008 10:05:02 This inspirational sports biopic set in the the civil rights era is interesting even for non-football fans, and features a great performance by Dennis Quaid 52% Body of Lies ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 12 October, 2008 10:05:02 Body of Lies relies on the performances of Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio to elevate it beyond the conventional espionage thriller. 60% The Duchess ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 12 October, 2008 10:05:02 While The Duchess treads the now-familiar terrain of the corset-ripper, the costumes look great and Keira Knightley's performance is stellar in this subtly feminist, period 63% Quarantine ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 12 October, 2008 10:05:02 Fans of the handheld camerawork of CLOVERFIELD and THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT will find much to like in this remake of Spanish film REC. 18% An American Carol ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 06 October, 2008 10:05:02 Though some fault Hollywood for being too liberal, AIRPLANE! director David Zucker helms this satire that takes aim at the left. 65% Religulous ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 05 October, 2008 11:05:02 Religulous is funny and offensive in equal measure, and aims less to change hearts and minds than to inspire conversation. 76% Appaloosa ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 05 October, 2008 11:05:02 A traditional genre western, Appaloosa sets itself apart with smart psychology, an intriguing love triangle, and good chemistry between the leads. 72% Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 05 October, 2008 11:05:02 Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist combines a pair of charming leads, the classic New York backdrop, and a sweet soundtrack. An American Soldier (The Recruiter) ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 05 October, 2008 11:05:02 44% Beverly Hills Chihuahua ================================================================================ CTRiverEast.com on 05 October, 2008 11:05:02 Despite hitting some sweet notes, Beverly Hills Chihuahua is little more than disposable family entertainment.