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Review: Bloated, slow but visually impressive 'The Great Gatsby' underwhelms
May 13

May 13 Review: Bloated, slow but visually impressive 'The Great Gatsby' underwhelms

Paul Carlson
film reviews

For all the meaningful thematic messages, its all-star cast, star-studded soundtrack and a director famed for his ability of inject infectious energy into love stories, 'The Great Gatsby' is ultimately ... underwhelming.

'Iron Man 3' review: Fun, uneven ride pushes Stark to his limits
May 3

May 3 'Iron Man 3' review: Fun, uneven ride pushes Stark to his limits

Paul Carlson
film reviews

The first post-'Avengers' Marvel film is more fun than 'Iron Man 2,' but suffers from underdeveloped villains and potholes that prevent 'Iron Man 3' from gaining a fun amount of traction.

'It's a Disaster' review: The end of world has never been funnier
Apr 26

Apr 26 'It's a Disaster' review: The end of world has never been funnier

Paul Carlson
film reviews

Most comedies rely solely on comedy hay-makers - large, over-the-top gags designed solely for applause break laughs. 'It's A Disaster,' however, is the rare comedy that scores a KO via sharp, hard-hitting comedy jabs.

'Mud' review: A beautifully crafted drama
Apr 26

Apr 26 'Mud' review: A beautifully crafted drama

Paul Carlson
film reviews

Part coming-of-age story, part fugitive adventure and part drama about losing faith in relationships, "Mud" succeeds wonderfully in its ambitious goal of working on so many levels.

'Pain & Gain' review: Like its protagonists, 'Pain' is idiotic but charming
Apr 25

Apr 25 'Pain & Gain' review: Like its protagonists, 'Pain' is idiotic but charming

Paul Carlson
film reviews

Michael Bay's action-crime comedy 'Pain & Gain' is actually pretty boring for much of its running time, however, a strong third act and the charisma of Mark Wahlberg & Dwayne Johnson redeems much of its mistakes.

'Oblivion' film review: Visually beautiful, ironically forgettable
Apr 20

Apr 20 'Oblivion' film review: Visually beautiful, ironically forgettable

Paul Carlson
film reviews

Tom Cruise's new sci-fi flick is a visually beautiful piece of film wrapped around forced plot points and unmerited story twists.

““No subject is terrible if the story is true, if the prose is clean and honest, and if it affirms courage and grace under pressure.””
— "Midnight in Paris"

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