Tag Archives: John Goodman

What Planet Are You From? - * * 1/2*

Posted on February 26, 2000 by Madeleine Williams

Mike Nichols directs this adult comedy about an alien (Gary Shandling) sent to Earth to procreate. Unfortunately, he lacks the right “equipment”. John Goodman, Annette Bening, Camryn Manheim, Greg Kinnear, Ben Kingsley, Linda Fiorentino, Nora Dunn and Judy Greer will … Continue reading →

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Bringing Out the Dead - * * 1/2*

Posted on October 22, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

When it was announced that Martin Scorsese’s new film would be a Paul Schrader scripted tale of an unhinged man prowling the nighttime streets of New York City in an ambulance, it was easy to quickly dismiss his latest effort … Continue reading →

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The Big Lebowski - * *

Posted on March 6, 1998 by Madeleine Williams

The Coen Brothers have consistently released a string of quirky, offbeat, but highly entertaining films with only one minor stumble (Miller’s Crossing). While The Big Lebowski delivers more of their typical oddball characters and situations, it is an unfortunate disappointment. … Continue reading →

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The Borrowers - * * * 1/2*

Posted on February 13, 1998 by Madeleine Williams

Mary Norton’s children’s book series, The Borrowers, has been made into several below-average television movies. So, I wasn’t too enthused as I entered the theater for the big-screen debut of the minute clan. But I was in for a shock, … Continue reading →

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Blues Brothers 2000 - * 1/2*

Posted on February 6, 1998 by Madeleine Williams

The Blues Brothers was a wonderful film, a hilarious comedy packed with good music. It cried out for a sequel, but John Belushi’s untimely death seemed to eliminate the idea. However, eighteen years have passed, and the long dormant sequel … Continue reading →

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Mother Night - * * 1/2*

Posted on November 1, 1996 by Madeleine Williams

Intriguing drama about a American spy in Germany stumbles after WWII ends. Nick Nolte stars as Howard Campbell, a playwright living in Germany in the 30s. When war seems imminent, a mysterious American (John Goodman) recruits Howard to become a … Continue reading →

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