Tag Archives: Giovanni Ribisi

Boiler Room - * *

Posted on February 18, 2000 by Madeleine Williams

Ben Younger writes and directs. Giovani Ribisi stars as a college dropout who takes a job as an agressive stockbroker in a “boiler room”, only to discover his employer is a crook. Ben Affleck, Vin Diesel, Jamie Kennedy, Scott Caan, … Continue reading →

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The Mod Squad - *

Posted on March 26, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

The Hollywood creative rut of recycling old TV show reruns has finally gotten deep enough to reach The Mod Squad. A ridiculous show to start with, should we be surprised that it has spawned an even more ridiculous movie? It … Continue reading →

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The Other Sister - * *

Posted on February 20, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

It is apparent that the makers of The Other Sister intended their film to be a thoughtful comedy-drama exploring the subjects of love and mental retardation. But, the film’s depiction of mental retardation never rises above a simple gimmick. The … Continue reading →

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Saving Private Ryan - * * * *

Posted on July 24, 1998 by Madeleine Williams

Spielberg has done it again. He revisits his familiar stomping grounds of World War II to deliver his latest masterpiece. This time, he tackles the war itself, delivering a vivid portrait of modern warfare from the common soldier’s point of … Continue reading →

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