Author Archive for Noah S. Lee
Film Review: ‘The Hobbit’ is start of another great adventure
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” neither undermines nor disgraces the legacy of “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Rather, it underlines the importance of that story while making it clear the new one we’re witnessing now is here to stay.
Film Review: For a romantic comedy, ‘Playing’ doesn’t score
“Playing for Keeps” is mildly diverting in its attempt to elicit those feel-good emotions we expect to experience in a romantic comedy, but a combination of aimless storytelling and underdeveloped characters causes it to miss scoring a goal by a huge margin.
Film Review: Convoluted film should go softly away
An excess of convoluted storyline and lack of clarity may leave audiences shaking their heads in disappointment after the final credits of “Killing Them Softly.”
Film Review: Film turns lens onto the ‘Master of Suspense’
Part love story and part a peek behind-the-scenes, “Hitchcock” provides an exciting and insightful look into the challenges the eponymous figure and “Master of Suspense” faced while making “Psycho,” that even the legendary filmmaker would have been proud to see.
Film Review: Concept of faith on the rise in ‘Guardians’
Dazzling in its eye-popping animation and surprisingly effective in its story, “Rise of the Guardians” breathes life into the concept of faith when experiencing movie magic — something families may be able to use a lot more in this day and age.
Film Review: Humor and pursuit of hope make it east to spot this film’s silver lining
Funny, peculiar and uplifting in its pursuit for hope in a situation saying otherwise, “Silver Linings Playbook” resonates with charmingly vivid energy that will keep audiences laughing and focused, thanks to the performances of Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence.
Focus on scenery keeps ‘Karenina’ from developing
“Anna Karenina” may, in a literal sense, be artistic to some in a few places, but even a striking visual approach cannot rescue the latest adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s novel from its weak characterizations, melodramatic acting, confusing narrative and ineffective “staging.”
Film Review: ‘The Sessions’ offers warmth, humor in difficult subject matter
Living life to its fullest takes on a gentle meaning in “The Sessions,” that even the most sensitive of eyes will appreciate the lighthearted accessibility of its subject matter.
Film Review:Heart of ‘Mavericks’ is as big as waves
A triumphant blend of willpower and courage, “Chasing Mavericks” overcomes the wipeouts seeking to crush its indomitable spirit, transforming itself into a powerful tale not so much about surfing as it is about the real person who accomplished the impossible.
Film Review: No need to cross paths with ‘Alex Cross’
Thanks to a strict adherence to a procedure we’ve seen too many times in police-oriented stories, “Alex Cross” fails to stand on its own two feet.
