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Watson’s Review of ‘Chronicle’
Josh Trank’s “Chronicle” further intensifies the stigma of being a creepy loner, almost as much as Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho” and Michael Powell’s “Peeping Tom” did all the way back in 1960. The only difference here is that the creepy loner … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews ‘Young Adult’
“Young Adult” marks the second collaboration between talented screenwriter Diablo Cody and very talented director Jason Reitman. The pair’s first film together was “Juno,” the surprise smash-hit comedy of 2007 about a teenage girl whose likability depended almost entirely on … Continue reading
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Watson reviews Martin Scorsese’s Hugo
Probably the most interesting thing about 3D family film “Hugo” is that it is directed by Martin Scorsese, a filmmaker famed for his viciously violent and prodigiously potty-mouthed 18-rated flicks suitable only for mummy and daddy. Look down his filmography … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, pt. 1″
I’d like to kick-start this review by openly stating that I, hand on heart, am an enjoyer of the first three “Twilight” movies. Now, notice I used the word “enjoyer” and not “fan;” there is a difference between the two. … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “Arthur Christmas”
Following my viewing of the newly-released festive family film “Arthur Christmas,” I’ve been furiously racking my brains (and my google machine) for other genuinely decent Christmas movies that have been released in the last ten years. I discovered that, off … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “The Rum Diary”
It’s no secret that Hunter S. Thompson was a bit of a mad hatter; indeed, it’s practically the only way to describe the man. Known for his regular consumption of drink and drugs, the American author and gonzo journalist would … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “The Human Centipede II: Full Sequence”
One wonders if “The Human Centipede II (Full Sequence)” was ever intended to be taken seriously; I suppose the same could be said for the first sequence too. You see, this full sequence rendered me confused, in that I was … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews Paranormal Activity 3
The thing that I love about the “Paranormal Activity” franchise is its use of tension and build-up. Each instalment, from the 2009 original to this brand new third entry, is absolutely littered with the kind of hair-raising tension that will … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “The Adventures of TinTin”
“The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn” is a master class in visual extravagance which should be attended by any filmmaker intending to create a spectacle; they may learn something. Teaching this master class are legendary director Steven … Continue reading
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Watson Reviews “Real Steel”
“Real Steel” is a boxing movie that focuses more on the trainer than it does on the boxer; think “Rocky” focusing on cranky ol’ Mickey rather than the eponymous Italian Stallion. Now, that may sound a bit crap, but with … Continue reading
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