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An Ideal Husband - * * * 1/2*

Posted on June 18, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

A delightful adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s play, An Ideal Husband can describe both a potential and a myth. With wonderful use of wordplay, thoroughly enjoyable characters, and one singularly outstanding performance, this period comedy ranks as one of the best … Continue reading →

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The Winslow Boy - * * * 1/2*

Posted on April 30, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

David Mamet directs his adaptation of Terence Rattigan’s play based on the real-life story about a naval cadet who is accused of stealing a 5 shilling postal note, and the dire consequences extracted from the family who beleives him. Nigel … Continue reading →

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Gloria - * *

Posted on January 22, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

Gloria is a remake of the 1980 John Cassavettes drama about a streetwise woman who ends up protecting a child from the mob. A good lead performance keeps this otherwise sluggish film from becoming a disaster, but it’s a mild … Continue reading →

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Mimic - * * *

Posted on August 22, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Why is it that it seems every science fiction horror film in the last eighteen years tries to duplicate Alien? Mimic is the latest example of the trend. And, although overall it is a good, creepy thriller, it could have … Continue reading →

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