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Matchstick Men (2003)

Posted on December 15, 2012 by rorydean

“Matchstick Men” flourishes on the combined strategy of Scott and lens smith John Mathieson (X-men First Class, Gladiator) with Nic Cage and Sam Rockwell giving likable miscreants the voodoo they do so well. It’s hard not to like this film, how slick it makes offbeat a character of its own, interacting and reminding us that films don’t always have to be moving to move us. Continue reading →

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Season of the Witch (2011)

Posted on January 27, 2011 by rorydean

All that to say, Season of the Witch is watchable for the most part but save some money, stay home, wait for it to be released on DVD and rent it so you can enjoy it in the space of your own home. Besides, you might have some vacuuming to do or the first chance all day to read the newspaper and in the background Season of the Witch can cover up the neighbor’s dogs barking or rush hour traffic returning home after a long day at work. Continue reading →