New Review: Evan Almighty (2007)

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As we get into the thick of Oscar-bait season (look at all the glamorous performances by people trying to snag an Acting nomination), here is a review of a movie that won't even be remembered by Oscar time, Evan Almighty. Let's just say, it's not very good.

Here is a direct link to the review.

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New Review: Pan's Labyrinth (2006)

Today there is a new feature review posted at Cinema Utopia: Pan's Labyrinth (El laberinto del fauno) (2006), a Best Foreign Film Oscar nominee earlier this year. This Mexican film tells a visually stunning story about a girl's fantasies in war-torn 1944 Spain.

This film was chosen for review by last month's blog poll (which all of one person voted on). The new poll starts today. Submit your vote for a film you'd like Cinema Utopia to review.

Here is a direct link to the new review: www.cinemautopia.com/panslabyrinth.html

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New Review: The Lives of Others (2006)

Today there is a new review posted of The Lives of Others, this year's Oscar-winner for Best Foreign Film. This German film tells the story of the surveillance of an artist by the East German secret police in the 1980s. Fascinating and complex, this thought-provoking film features an excellent script, sure direction, and strong performances.

Here is a direct link to the review: www.cinemautopia.com/thelivesofothers.html

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New Review: Murderball (2005)

Today, there is a new review posted at Cinema Utopia of the 2005 documentary Murderball. This film is fantastically interesting and entertaining as it shows part of the life of members of the US quadriplegic rugby team. This film is very well-crafted and was nominated for an Oscar (Best Documentary, Feature).

Here is a direct link to the review.

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New Review: Becket (1964)

Today, there is a new review posted at Cinema Utopia of the classic 1964 film Becket, starring Richard Burton as Thomas Becket and Peter O'Toole as Henry II. Nominated for 12 Oscars, the film is a strong adaptation of the acclaimed stage play about the struggle between the King and the Archbishop of Canterbury in medieval England.

Here is a direct link to the review.

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New Review: Hairspray (2007)

Today, there is a new review posted at Cinema Utopia of the new movie musical Hairspray, starring John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, and newcomer Nikki Blonsky. The film is a rousing adaptation of the Broadway musical.

Here is a direct link to the review.

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New Review: Superman Returns (2006)

Today, there is a new review posted at Cinema Utopia of the 2006 summer blockbuster Superman Returns, starring Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, Kevin Spacey, Frank Langella, and Marlon Brando (ah, the magic of cinema).

Here's a direct link to the review.

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