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MATTHEW TURNER
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• Empire Magazine
• thelondonpaper
• ViewLondon

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Total QuickRatings: 8

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3/5
 
" Bizarre film that remains watchable thanks to strong performances and a decent script, though the tone veers wildly from black comedy to violent thriller via thinly-disguised social commentary and the film never quite comes together as a result." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 9, 2009
 
Stuck (2007)72%
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5/5
 
" Hugely enjoyable and bursting with energy, this is a superbly directed, brilliantly written and beautifully acted drama that packs a powerful emotional punch." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 9, 2009
 
Slumdog Millionaire (2008)94%
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4/5
 
" Likeable, frequently hilarious teen comedy that's like an updated version of The Sure Thing, crossed with Road Trip and American Pie." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 9, 2009
 
Sex Drive (2008)46%
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3/5
 
" Watchable independent drama from the mumblecore crowd, though it's not quite sharp enough, funny enough or insightful enough to really get off the ground and the characters are occasionally irritating." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 9, 2009
 
Hannah Takes the Stairs (2007)58%
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3/5
 
" Watchable comedy, enlivened by strong performances from Hudson and Hathaway and a decent script that isn't afraid to make the central friendship the most important relationship in the movie." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 9, 2009
 
Bride Wars (2009)12%
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3/5
 
" Enjoyable, well-acted and impressively shot wartime drama that reveals a remarkable true story, though it's at least 20 minutes too long and outstays its welcome before the end." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 8, 2009
 
Defiance (2008)51%
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3/5
 
" Enjoyable comedy with likeable characters, strong comic performances and several big laughs, though it's also entirely predictable from start to finish." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 8, 2009
 
Role Models (2008)76%
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3/5
 
Click here to read article -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 7, 2009
 
Duplex (2003)37%
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4/5
 
" Impressively directed, superbly acted and emotionally engaging, this is a thought-provoking drama that practically screams Oscar." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
The Reader (2008)60%
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4/5
 
" Superbly directed, intriguingly non-traditional biopic with a terrific central performance from Benicio Del Toro." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
Che, Part One (2008)71%
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2/5
 
" Miller's adaptation certainly looks impressive and the female characters are all drop-dead gorgeous in a Sin City way, but the script and story are all over the place and it never really comes together." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
The Spirit (2008)15%
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3/5
 
" Likeable comedy that's enlivened by a strong premise, a handful of laugh-out-loud moments and a superb supporting cast." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
Yes Man (2008)42%
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2/5
 
" A fun idea turns into a so-so comedy thanks to an unappealing hero and variable performances from the well-known cast." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
Bedtime Stories (2008)23%
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3/5
 
" Part western, part war movie and part epic romance, Baz Luhrmann's latest extravaganza is cheesy and ridiculous on several levels but it's also surprisingly enjoyable and never boring, despite its lengthy running time." -- ViewLondon
Posted Jan 5, 2009
 
Australia (2008)54%
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4/5
 
Click here to read article -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 25, 2008
 
Mum & Dad (2008)n/a
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3/5
 
" Destined to be a massive hit with its target audience of teenage girls, Twilight nails its central romance and remains an enjoyably watchable thriller, despite the odd bit of dodgy dialogue and some amusingly rubbish special effects." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 19, 2008
 
Twilight (2008)50%
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2/5
 
" The Tale of Despereaux's heart is in the right place, but the script is messy and unfocussed, the animation is dull and uninspired, the characters are boring and the film manages to completely waste the talents of its fantastic cast." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 19, 2008
 
The Tale of Despereaux (2008)55%
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3/5
 
" An attractively staged, beautifully performed and ultimately moving production, this is an absolute treat for opera fans, though it does drag a little towards the end." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 19, 2008
 
Puccini - La Boheme (2007)44%
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4/5
 
" Superbly directed, hugely entertaining documentary that's a treat for both newcomers and aficionados of Thompson's work." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 19, 2008
 
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008)86%
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3/5
 
Click here to read article -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 18, 2008
 
Inkheart (2009)67%
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4/5
 
" With terrific performances and strong direction throughout, this hard-hitting thriller delivers a powerful wake-up call." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
Trade (2007)28%
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4/5
 
" A gripping German drama with jaw-dropping photography, great performances and an emotionally engaging script." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
North Face (2008)100%
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2/5
 
" Despite its conventional-sounding plot, this is strictly for hardcore arthouse fans and the film's aesthetic rewards don't really justify its lengthy running time." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
The Man from London (2008)63%
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3/5
 
" The third in director Yoji Yamada's Samurai Trilogy is an enjoyable, well acted drama, with a superb climactic swordfight and a plot that seems to have been lifted straight out of Hollywood melodrama." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
Love and Honour (2006)75%
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4/5
 
" Impressively directed, emotionally engaging Israeli drama with a terrific central performance from Hiam Abbass." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
Etz Limon (2008)88%
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4/5
 
" Hugely enjoyable comedy-drama with a delightfully witty, off-the-wall script and a terrific performance from Sam Neill." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 12, 2008
 
Dean Spanley (2008)80%
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5/5
 
" Riveting, emotionally engaging and frequently astonishing documentary that tells an important story and will make you laugh, cry and seethe with rage." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Trouble the Water (2008)97%
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4/5
 
" Enjoyably ridiculous thriller, in which plot logic and characterisation are gleefully ignored in favour of jaw-dropping action sequences, superb fight scenes and Statham's brilliantly deadpan performance." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Transporter 3 (2008)36%
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4/5
 
" Sharply written with an award-winning performance from Robert Carlyle, this is an engaging drama that packs a powerful emotional punch." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Summer (2008)78%
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3/5
 
" Engaging, well made and impressively acted, this is essentially a coming of age chick flick with a slightly rougher edge than usual." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
The Secret Life of Bees (2008)56%
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3/5
 
" Atmospheric, noirish French cop thriller with strong performances from its two leads, though it's slightly let down by a disappointing climax." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Rivals (2008)73%
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3/5
 
" Average sequel with a handful of great gags but the story is weak, the main characters are annoying and the best characters (the penguins) are largely under-used." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)63%
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4/5
 
" Gripping, tense and often wildly unpredictable thriller, superbly directed by Erick Zonca and featuring a ferocious central performance from Tilda Swinton." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
Julia (2008)54%
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3/5
 
" Entertaining drama biopic that marshals its collection of sports biopic cliches to winning effect, aided by superb performances from Dennis Quaid and Rob Brown." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 5, 2008
 
The Express (2008)62%
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3/5
 
" Impressively directed, sharply written and emotionally involving drama with a terrific central performance from Sigourney Weaver." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 4, 2008
 
The Girl in the Park (2007)69%
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3/5
 
" Andy Garcia's directorial debut is a flawed and overlong but nonetheless watchable drama with strong performances, a superb soundtrack and bizarre appearances from Dustin Hoffman and Bill Murray." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 4, 2008
 
The Lost City (2006)26%
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4/5
 
Click here to read article -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 4, 2008
 
Julia (1977)70%
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3/5
 
" Strong performances ensure that this remains watchable, but it pulls all its potential punches and ends up as a neutered version of the film it should have been." -- ViewLondon
Posted Dec 4, 2008
 
Lakeview Terrace (2008)49%
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3/5
 
" Likeable Hollywood comedy with strong comic performances from a superb cast, though it's a shame it's not a little more daring." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
What Just Happened (2008)54%
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3/5
 
" Engaging, quirky and often darkly funny drama with a great performance from first-time actor Khurched Golibekov." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
To Get To Heaven First You Have To Die (2006)64%
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4/5
 
" Well directed, brilliantly acted and grippingly tense drama that packs a powerful emotional punch, though the miserablism is occasionally overwhelming." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
Lorna's Silence (2009)83%
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3/5
 
" Enjoyable heist thriller with strong performances from Moore and Caine, though the ending is slightly disappointing." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
Flawless (2007)55%
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4/5
 
" The fact that the film unfolds entirely in still photographs may seem excessively arthouse, but this is a surprisingly engaging, impressively directed and ultimately moving coming-of-age drama." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
Aņo Uņa (2008)73%
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3/5
 
" Average family comedy that's saved by likeable performances from Vaughn and Witherspoon, though it bungles its emotional finale and feels a little flat as a result." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
Four Christmases (2008)25%
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4/5
 
" Beautifully made, emotionally gripping drama with a powerful central performance by Angelina Jolie that's sure to attract Oscar buzz." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 28, 2008
 
Changeling (2008)59%
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3/5
 
Click here to read article -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 27, 2008
 
Flawless (1999)42%
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5/5
 
" A beautifully animated, superbly directed documentary that is both deeply moving and utterly mesmerising." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 21, 2008
 
Waltz with Bashir (2008)95%
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3/5
 
" Engaging, nicely acted and sharply written comedy that imparts an important message while delivering several good laughs." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 21, 2008
 
Special People (2007)89%
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3/5
 
" Quarantine is a well-acted, competent remake that doesn't betray the original, though it's somehow less scary and slightly longer than it needs to be." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 21, 2008
 
Quarantine (2008)59%
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2/5
 
" Tedious, largely unfunny and poorly written comedy with the least likeable collection of characters you'll see all year." -- ViewLondon
Posted Nov 21, 2008
 
My Best Friend's Girl (2008)16%

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