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Stuart Little - * *

Posted on December 17, 1999 by Madeleine Williams

E.B. White’s classic children’s story, Stuart Little, has long defied a successful screen adaptation, primarily because its main character is a walking, talking mouse. Now, with the latest in animation technology, Stuart is vibrantly brought to life. And yet, the … Continue reading →

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Mars Attacks - * * * 1/2*

Posted on December 13, 1996 by Madeleine Williams

With Mars Attacks, director Tim Burton has created not only an instant cult hit, but a very offbeat black comedy that parodies martian invasion films, disaster films, and many aspects of our popular culture. It begins in the time-honored disaster … Continue reading →

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The Frighteners - * * *

Posted on July 19, 1996 by Madeleine Williams

Dark change-of-pace comedy is flooded with special effects, but its twisted sense of humor does manage to emerge. Michael J. Fox stars as Frank Bannister, Psychic Investigator, and con man, though not in the traditional sense. Frank, who has the … Continue reading →

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