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ALL ARTICLES BY Jonathan Sudduth
Queen of the DamnedMovie Review - Feb 27, 2002
Provides fans of the Anne Rice series enough of what they want to keep them from becoming ravenous, but has the potiential to leave the rest of the audience dumbstruck with only pretty visuals to keep them entertained.

Queer As FolkTelevision Review - Feb 14, 2002
On a day traditionally known for heterosexual love, let's check in on Showtime's ground breaking series featuring homosexuals.

Kung Pow: Enter the FistMovie Review - Jan 27, 2002
Wise man say: Never overlook halarious creative escapism whist in the midst of Oscar season.

Not Another Teen MovieMovie Review - Dec 17, 2001
Critics mostly hate this spoof of the teen movie genre. Ironic considering they tended to hate the originals too.

L.I.E.Movie Review - Oct 18, 2001
Jack Valenti wants to make sure it doesn't cash in on its "mature" subject matter, nevertheless here's the tamest NC-17 rated movie EVER!

American OutlawsMovie Review - Aug 16, 2001
While not quite as great as the Wilson/Chan western, this comedy is a force to be reckoned with and a lot of fun.

Legally BlondeMovie Review - Jul 25, 2001
So, like, not only did I go blond, like the trailers suggest, but I got this totally awesome movie out of it. Not to mention so many great make-up and hair styling tips!

The ScoreMovie Review - Jul 17, 2001
Here's the score by my count: Three perfect stars, one great director, and one big kinetic unpaced mess with no pay off.

Kiss of the DragonMovie Review - Jul 8, 2001
I really can't imagine a martial arts movie getting much worse than this. Even Jet Li's high-style is butchered.

Scary Movie 2Movie Review - Jul 5, 2001
Not as relevant, not as interesting, and not as entertaining. Still, it is hard to deny a spoof movie.

crazy/beautifulMovie Review - Jul 2, 2001
Definately more cerebral than most teen fare, this motion picture is worth at least one viewing and perhaps two.

Tomb RaiderMovie Review - Jun 15, 2001
"The Avengers" without the charm, "The Mummy" without the laughs, "Tomb Raider" is as empty as Summer Blockbusters get.

What's the Worst that Could Happen?Movie Review - Jun 3, 2001
It's rare, but it happened. Danny DeVito outshines a fellow actor in this crooked caper.

Pearl HarborMovie Review - May 28, 2001
There is enough of "Pearl Harbor" that is worth watching on the big screen to justify ignoring most critics whining about the sappy love story.

One Night at McCool'sMovie Review - May 4, 2001
A hateful, trashy, uninteresting "dark comedy" that features some of the worst acting by some of your most favorite actors.

The Mummy ReturnsMovie Review - May 4, 2001
If you smell what The Rock is cooking, then you may be already in line for this garenteed smash hit sequel to 1999's "The Mummy."

DrivenMovie Review - Apr 28, 2001
It may drive viewers to the theatres to inagurate summer; but can this racing movie drive them home afterwards?

Josie and the PussycatsMovie Review - Apr 19, 2001
Don't be fooled by the trailer and the trash talk. This movie is a breath of fresh air in the near stagnant comedy genre right now.

Pokemon 3Movie Review - Apr 7, 2001
Don't say you're not interested in knowing what happens in this second sequel.

Just VisitingMovie Review - Apr 7, 2001
Easy to use, mostly slap-stick comedy for the whole family. A throwback to the pure eighties comedies.

TomcatsMovie Review - Apr 5, 2001
Funniest when not trying so hard, "Tomcats" managed to overcome severe hatred for the trailers with this reviewer.

Spy KidsMovie Review - Apr 1, 2001
For a director known for some really sub-par adult movies, "Spy Kids" comes out as a really above-par kid movie.

The BrothersMovie Review - Mar 29, 2001
Completely and totally gangster free, "The Brothers" is filled with enough sharp wit and comedy to keep everyone laughing.

Say It Isn't SoMovie Review - Mar 25, 2001
Nothing to see here but a bunch of talent being wasted, a script needing a Farelly re-write, and a underestimated teenage audience that is unimpressed.

Exit WoundsMovie Review - Mar 17, 2001
Despite the film being a traditional shoot-em-up, "Exit Wounds" proves quite enjoyable.

15 MinutesMovie Review - Mar 16, 2001
"15 Minutes" is a rather excellent social commentary film about what makes criminals celebrities and vice versa.

Get Over ItMovie Review - Mar 10, 2001
"Get Over It" is one "Midsummer Night's Dream" only teenagers can handle.

The MexicanMovie Review - Mar 5, 2001
Not the pair piece most expect, "The Mexican" actually favors Brat Pitt rather than Oscar hopeful Julia Roberts.

3000 Miles to GracelandMovie Review - Feb 23, 2001
More about a return to mindless violence than Elvis impersonating.

Down to EarthMovie Review - Feb 19, 2001
"Heaven Can Wait" is an excel... Wha? I'm reviewing "Down to Earth?" Oh yeah. "Down to Earth" is a horrible...

Recess: School's OutMovie Review - Feb 17, 2001
"Recess" stands tall in the box office playground as the only kid-friendly film around.

Saving SilvermanMovie Review - Feb 12, 2001
Entertainment Weekly, E! Online, Ebert all agree, they don't understand the appeal of Saving Silverman. Too bad they're missing out.

ValentineMovie Review - Feb 4, 2001
Show your valentine that you love them... By not making them watch this piece of garbage.

Shadow of the VampireMovie Review - Jan 29, 2001
Superior performers make this genuinely creepy picture worth watching even if it does seem hollow.

Sugar & SpiceMovie Review - Jan 27, 2001
For every ten jokes "Sugar & Spice" catapult-somersaults into the audience, I'd say about two stick.

Wo hu cang long (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon)Movie Review - Jan 22, 2001
Oh lookie, the "Life is Beautiful" hype machine is back. Still, I can't keep my eyes off this one.

SnatchMovie Review - Jan 19, 2001
Jokes and puns aside, "Snatch" is a wild ride!

Double TakeMovie Review - Jan 14, 2001
If you see any negative reviews of this film, do a double take.

Save the Last DanceMovie Review - Jan 14, 2001
My boyfriend said, and I quote, "It's better than the cockroach one." I disagreed.

TrafficMovie Review - Jan 10, 2001
In a movie where "Nobody Gets Away Clean", couldn't they at least have done some editing?

O Brother, Where Art Thou?Movie Review - Jan 7, 2001
Extremely funny and witty, Homer's "Odyssey" has never been easier to watch.

All the Pretty HorsesMovie Review - Jan 3, 2001
Billy Bob Thornton could have wrangled up a better western than this.

Cast AwayMovie Review - Dec 24, 2000
Unlike "Forrest Gump," "Cast Away" leaves you stranded, hollow, and a bit bored.

The Family ManMovie Review - Dec 23, 2000
"The grass is always greener" or "You can't always get what you want." Either cliche will do.

Dude, Where's My Car?Movie Review - Dec 17, 2000
Not bad enough to be rated R means the film is not good enough for even an average grade.

Proof of LifeMovie Review - Dec 15, 2000
Plenty of suspence, but the real intrigue is why we can't negotiate for a better movie to pair with the acting talent.

The Emperor's New GrooveMovie Review - Dec 14, 2000
Even without song and dance numbers, Disney's "New Groove" is very, very funny.

Vertical LimitMovie Review - Dec 9, 2000
Hollywood's latest disaster flick is truly such.

Dungeons & DragonsMovie Review - Dec 8, 2000
Playing "Dungeons & Dragons" with strict rules is no fun. So just relax.

Queer As FolkTelevision Review - Dec 5, 2000
Showtime gives gays their own brand of "Sex in the City" with "Queer As Folk."

Requiem for a DreamMovie Review - Dec 1, 2000
"Requiem's" Darren Aronofsky directs his actors and audience to dazzling and dreary highs.

 
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