Posts Tagged ‘2011’

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

February 5, 2012

A veritable three-course meal when compared to the fast-food cheap thrills offered by most contemporary spy films.

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by Sean Burton

Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol

January 7, 2012

Probably won't be the most enjoyable film you'll see all year, and the 133 minute runtime occasionally feels every bit as long as it sounds, but the stunts are without a doubt one of a kind.

by Sean Burton

Puss In Boots 3D

January 6, 2012

It has a fulfilling plot and a tight script, with exciting action set pieces and an protagonist that you can't help but root for whilst simultaneously "awwww"ing

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by Sean Burton

New Years Eve

December 14, 2011

It's more fun to sleep through than attend these celebrations.

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by Sean Burton

Cowboys & Aliens

August 20, 2011

Anchored by strong performances but far too dark and serious for its own good, Cowboys & Aliens is a missed opportunity of pure popcorn entertainment.

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by Sean Burton

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

August 13, 2011

Astounding effects, intelligent subject matter and a script that will leave you having on its every word, it continues the trend of an above average year by being one of the movies of 2011.

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by Sean Burton

Mr Popper’s Penguins

August 10, 2011

With a strong performance from Carrey, cute penguins and a well meaning moral, it caters for all the family.

by Sean Burton

Super 8

August 6, 2011

A highly enjoyable summer blockbuster, even though it attempts in vain to be something it's not.

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by Sean Burton

Captain America

August 5, 2011

A handful of excellent performances are welcome, but with a tediously slow story development that rushes to a head scratching conclusion, it's not quite the spectacular finale it could have been.

by Sean Burton

End of the line!