Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler in Just Go With It.By John ThomasonLike Tracy and Hepburn, or Charlie Sheen and blow, Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston are the most unsurprising of pairings.They are the master and mistress of middlebrow mirth, for whom the three-star review is an unattainable plateau. In fact, it’s hard to believe these two forces of rom-com … [Read more...]
Film Reviews: A trio of so-so releases hit theaters this weekend
The animated Coraline.By Hap ErsteinHere are a few short takes on movies opening in the area this weekend, none of which is completely satisfying, though each has reasons for a half-hearted recommendation. * Coraline — In the recent spurt of animated films, this latest creepy entry from director Henry Selick (The Nightmare Before Christmas) at least avoids being … [Read more...]