CTReaderEast.com Local News, Read all about it!: Movie Reviews 31% Ghosts of Girlfriends Past ================================================================================ Movies on 03 May, 2009 01:05:02 A retread of A Christmas Carol, featuring Matthew McConaughey in a retread of his Dazed and Confused role, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past lacks originality, humor, 38% X-Men Origins: Wolverine ================================================================================ Movies on 03 May, 2009 01:05:02 Though Hugh Jackman gives his all, he can't help X-Men Origins: Wolverine overcome a cliche-ridden script and familiar narrative. 84% Earth ================================================================================ Movies on 26 April, 2009 10:05:02 With its spectacular and extensive footage, Earth is both informative and entertaining. 61% The Soloist ================================================================================ Movies on 26 April, 2009 10:05:02 Though it features strong performances by its lead players, a lack of narrative focus prevents The Soloist from hitting its mark. 36% Fighting ================================================================================ Movies on 26 April, 2009 10:05:02 Though Fighting has a likable lead performer, and the fight scenes are impressive, the paper-thin plot ultimately unravels. 30% Obsessed ================================================================================ Movies on 26 April, 2009 10:05:02 THE WIRE's Idris Elba stars in this thriller as a man who seems to have a perfect life. He is married to Sharon (Beyoncé Knowles), 80% State of Play ================================================================================ Movies on 19 April, 2009 12:05:02 A taut, well-acted political thriller, State of Play overcomes some unsubtle plot twists with an intelligent script and swift direction. 59% 17 Again ================================================================================ Movies on 19 April, 2009 12:05:02 Though it uses a well-worn formula, 17 Again has just enough Zac Efron charm to result in a harmless, pleasurable teen comedy. 70% Crank High Voltage ================================================================================ Movies on 19 April, 2009 12:05:02 Crank: High Voltage delivers on its promises: a fast-paced, exciting thrill ride that doesn't take itself too seriously. 16% Dragonball: Evolution ================================================================================ Movies on 12 April, 2009 06:05:02 Executed with little panache or invention, Dragonball Evolution lacks the magic that made the books upon which it was based a cult sensation. 51% Observe and Report ================================================================================ Movies on 12 April, 2009 06:05:02 Though it has a mean streak, and does not cater to all tastes, Observe and Report has gut-busting laughs and a fully committed Seth Rogen 46% Hannah Montana The Movie ================================================================================ Movies on 12 April, 2009 06:05:02 While youthful Miley fans won't complain, Hannah Montana the Movie is little more than a formulaic Disney Channel episode stretched thin. 69% Sunshine Cleaning ================================================================================ Movies on 05 April, 2009 12:05:02 Despite a sometimes overly familiar plot, Sunshine Cleaning benefits from the lively performances of its two stars. 88% Adventureland ================================================================================ Movies on 05 April, 2009 12:05:02 Full of humor and nostalgia, Adventureland is a sweet, insightful coming-of-age comedy that will resonate with teens and adults alike. 22% Fast & Furious ================================================================================ Movies on 05 April, 2009 12:05:02 While Fast and Furious features the requisite action and stunts, the filmmakers have failed to provide a competent story or compelling characters. 20% The Haunting in Connecticut ================================================================================ Movies on 29 March, 2009 05:05:03 Though it features a few scares and some creepy atmosphere, The Haunting in Connecticut ultimately relies too much on familiar horror cliches to achieve its 69% Monsters vs. Aliens ================================================================================ Movies on 29 March, 2009 05:05:03 Though it doesn't approach the depth of the best animated films, Monsters Vs. Aliens has enough humor and special effects to entertain moviegoers of all 38% 12 Rounds ================================================================================ Movies on 29 March, 2009 05:05:03 WWE champion John Cena is New Orleans Police Detective Danny Baxter. When Baxter stops a brilliant thief from getting away with a multi-million-dollar heist, 65% Duplicity ================================================================================ Movies on 22 March, 2009 09:05:03 Duplicity is well-crafted, smart, and often funny, but it’s mostly more cerebral than visceral and features far too many plot twists. 82% I Love You, Man ================================================================================ Movies on 22 March, 2009 09:05:03 I Love You, Man makes the most of its simple premise due to the heartfelt and hilarious performances of Paul Rudd and Jason Segel.