“‘The Mule’ will not be remembered as one of the Eastwood classics. In all likelihood, it will be boxed in with two superior Eastwood films as part of a collector’s pack.”
“Movies aren’t proverbs — their morals are questionable, their questions are impossible to answer. This is the case for good films, at least.”
“Blowback occurs when policymakers fail to take into account the far-reaching ramifications of their actions.”
“‘Borg vs McEnroe’ loses momentum during its tennis sequences, but that’s just a minor complaint. Advantage LaBeouf.”
“There has always been a conflict at play in Nicholson’s screen presence: between ‘Nicholson’ and ‘Jack.’ The desire to be taken seriously and the lure of the riotous Jack persona have always done battle across his decades of stardom.”
“It’s the subliminal drive toward the realization of his ideal self that evokes his potential.”
“Heart-warming and often hilarious, Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter reminds that individuality may take one a long way given the right conditions. Chase your treasures with confidence and be prepared.”
