Contributor Lorien Haynes

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Reviews

Crazy Heart

Writer/director Scott Cooper clearly has potential, but he has trusted too much in his star alone.

4
Anticipation
2
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Two men, one in a colourful jacket and the other in a grey coat, shaking hands.
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The Soloist

A big budget production sees director Joe Wright losing the reins on a film with some truly dire metaphorical moments.

4
Anticipation
3
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Two people, a man in a grey suit and a woman in a white blouse, standing in an elevator.
Reviews

(500) Days of Summer

Marc Webb’s debut feature is a step in genre and gender development that will be referenced for years to come.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
A man in a white shirt and waistcoat holds a revolver, aiming it at the camera.
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The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

Andrew Dominik’s epic retelling of the Jesse James saga dares you to invest in its hero.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Two men in suits, one sitting with his hand on his chin, the other standing in the background, with an American flag visible.
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Michael Clayton

Michael Clayton, the new one from director Tony Gilroy, is so grey it leaves a metallic taste in the mouth.

4
Anticipation
2
Enjoyment
2
In Retrospect
Two people embracing by the sea
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Atonement

Joe Wright’s World War Two weepie is a near masterpiece that only lacks the substance of great performances.

4
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
3
In Retrospect

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