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Movie Reviews from Critics

Guardian, The

Guardian, The

πŸ“… Release: September 29, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionDrama
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Kevin Costner, Ashton Kutcher, Neal McDonough, Melissa Sagemiller, Clancy Brown, Brian Geraghty, Sela Ward
πŸ“– Synopsis: After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue Swimmer, Ben Randall (Kevin Costner), is sent to teach at "A" School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. Wrestling wi...
Stick It

Stick It

πŸ“… Release: April 28, 2006
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Missy Peregrym, Jeff Bridges, Jon Gries, Vanessa Lengies, Gia Carides, John Patrick Amedori, Lee Garlington, Kellan Lutz, Nikki SooHoo
πŸ“– Synopsis: The writer of the hit comedy "Bring It On," takes on the world of competitive gymnastics in "Stick It". Haley Graham (Missy Peregrym) is a rebellious 17 year-old who is forced to return to the regimen...
History Boys, The

History Boys, The

πŸ“… Release: November 21, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyDrama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Richard Griffiths, Clive Merrison, Frances de la Tour, Stephen Campbell Moore, Sacha Dhawan, Samuel Anderson, Dominic Cooper, Andrew Knott
πŸ“– Synopsis: "The History Boys" tells the story of an unruly class of bright, funny history students in pursuit of an undergraduate place at Oxford or Cambridge. Bounced between their maverick English master (Ri...
Barnyard

Barnyard

πŸ“… Release: August 4, 2006
🎭 Genre: AnimationComedy
⭐ Rating: PG
🎬 Starring: Courteney Cox Arquette, Sam Elliott, Danny Glover, Kevin James, Andie MacDowell, Wanda Sykes, David Koechner
πŸ“– Synopsis: From Steve Oedekerk and Nickelodeon Movies, creators of "Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius," and filmed entirely in CGI comes this hilarious look at what really happens in a barnyard when the farmer's back ...
Accepted

Accepted

πŸ“… Release: August 11, 2006
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Justin Long, Blake Lively, Skyler Stone, Diora Baird, Lewis Black, Ann Cusack, Kaitlin Doubleday, Columbus Short, Jonah Hill, Sam Horrigan, Jeremy H
πŸ“– Synopsis: High school senior Bartleby "B" Gaines (Justin Long) is on his way to scoring eight out of eight rejection letters from colleges-which isn't going to go over big with Mom and Dad. At least he's not ...
Departed, The

Departed, The

πŸ“… Release: October 6, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionMysteryThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg, Martin Sheen, Ray Winstone, Vera Farmiga, Alec Baldwin, Anthony Anderson
πŸ“– Synopsis: "The Departed" is set in South Boston, where the state police force is waging war on organized crime. Young undercover cop Billy Costigan (Leonardo DiCaprio) is assigned to infiltrate the mob syndic...
Devil Wears Prada, The

Devil Wears Prada, The

πŸ“… Release: June 30, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyDrama
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Anthony Anderson, Emily Blunt, Simon Baker, Adrian Grenier, Gisele Bundchen, Alexie Gilmore, Rebecca Mader, Stanley Tucci
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the heart of New York City's fashion scene, a young aspiring journalist, Andy Sachs, finds herself at the mercy of the notoriously demanding editor-in-chief of a high-profile fashion magazine. Por...
Click

Click

πŸ“… Release: June 23, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyDramaFantasy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Adam Sandler, Christopher Walken, Kate Beckinsale, David Hasselhoff, Sean Astin, Allen Covert, Julie Kavner, Henry Winkler, Jonah Hill, Jennifer Coolidge
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the whimsical yet thought-provoking comedy-drama "Click," directed by [c=Frank Coraci], viewers are taken on a journey through the life of Michael Newman, portrayed by [c=Adam Sandler], an overwor...
World Trade Center

World Trade Center

πŸ“… Release: August 9, 2006
🎭 Genre: DramaThriller
🎬 Starring: Nicolas Cage, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Maria Bello, Gary Stretch, Michael Pena, Jay Hernandez, Jon Bernthal, William Mapother, Frank Whaley, Connor Paolo
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the gripping drama "World Trade Center," directed by [c=Oliver Stone], the harrowing events of September 11, 2001, unfold through the eyes of two Port Authority police officers, John McLoughlin, p...
Hoodwinked

Hoodwinked

πŸ“… Release: January 13, 2006
🎭 Genre: AnimationComedyFamily
⭐ Rating: PG
🎬 Starring: Anne Hathaway, Glenn Close, Tara Strong, James Belushi, Patrick Warburton, Andy Dick, Chazz Palminteri, David Ogden Stiers, Anthony Anderson, Xzibit
πŸ“– Synopsis: In a hilarious twist on a classic fairy tale, "Hoodwinked" retells the story of Little Red Riding Hood as a fast-paced, animated crime caper. When a frantic disturbance at Granny’s cottage brings t...
Clerks II

Clerks II

πŸ“… Release: July 21, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyDrama
🎬 Starring: Jason Mewes, Kevin Smith, Rosario Dawson, Brian O'Halloran, Jeff Anderson, Trevor Fehrman, Jennifer Schwalbach, Ben Affleck, Kevin Weisman
πŸ“– Synopsis: At the age of 33, New Jersey mini-mart clerks and best friends Dante Hicks (Brian O'Halleron) and Randal Graves (Jeff Anderson) have it made. They work with each other, slack off all day, and get pa...
Trust The Man

Trust The Man

πŸ“… Release: August 18, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyDramaRomance
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Billy Crudup, David Duchovny, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Julianne Moore, Eva Mendes, James LeGros
πŸ“– Synopsis: A smart, sophisticated comedy about the challenges of love and marriage among modern day New Yorkers, "Trust the Man" features the romantic escapades of two couples: a successful actress (Julianne M...
Queen, The

Queen, The

πŸ“… Release: September 30, 2006
🎭 Genre: Drama
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Helen Mirren, Michael Sheen, James Cromwell, Sylvia Syms, Alex Jennings, Helen McCrory, Roger Allam, Tim McMullan
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the aftermath of Princess Diana's tragic death, the world holds its breath as the British monarchy grapples with a moment of unprecedented public scrutiny. Directed by [c=Stephen Frears], "Queen, ...
DOA: Dead Or Alive

DOA: Dead Or Alive

πŸ“… Release: December 8, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionAdventure
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Jaime Pressly, Holly Valance, Sarah Carter, Natassia Malthe, Devon Aoki, Derek Boyer, Steve Howey, Kane Kosugi, Matthew Marsden, Kevin Nash
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the high-octane action world of [m=DOA: Dead or Alive], the world's most formidable female fighters are lured to a mysterious island for the ultimate tournament. Among them are the rebellious ninj...
Night Listener, The

Night Listener, The

πŸ“… Release: August 4, 2006
🎭 Genre: DramaMysteryThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Robin Williams, Sandra Oh, Toni Collette, Rory Culkin, Bobby Cannavale, Joe Morton, John Cullum
πŸ“– Synopsis: "Night Listener" tackles the narrative of Armistead Maupin's most haunting page-turner, in which popular public radio storyteller Gabriel Noone (Robin Williams) develops an intense phone relationshi...
Black Dahlia, The

Black Dahlia, The

πŸ“… Release: September 15, 2006
🎭 Genre: DramaMysteryThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Josh Hartnett, Scarlett Johansson, Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, Mia Kirshner, Mike Starr, Fiona Shaw
πŸ“– Synopsis: Master storyteller Brian De Palma, known for such classic crime dramas as "The Untouchables," "Scarface" and "Carlito's Way," as well as his suspense thrillers "Carrie," "Dressed to Kill" and "Blow ...
Talladega Nights: The Ballad Of Ricky Bobby

Talladega Nights: The Ballad Of Ricky Bobby

πŸ“… Release: August 4, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionComedy
🎬 Starring: Will Ferrell, David Koechner, Sacha Baron Cohen, John C. Reilly, Michael Clarke Duncan, Gary Cole, Leslie Bibb, Jane Lynch, Andy Richter, Greg Germann
πŸ“– Synopsis: The film tells the story of NASCAR stock car racing sensation Ricky Bobby (Will Ferrell) whose "win at all costs" approach has made him a national hero. He and his loyal racing partner, childhood fr...
Pulse

Pulse

πŸ“… Release: August 11, 2006
🎭 Genre: HorrorMysteryThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Kristen Bell, Christina Milian, Ian Somerhalder, Steve Talley, Rick Gonzalez, Samm Levin, Jonathan Tucker, Tate Hanyok, Riki Lindhome, Amanda Tepe
πŸ“– Synopsis: In a world saturated by wireless signals, a terrifying new frequency begins to transmit something far more sinister than data. [c=Kristen Bell] stars as Mattie, a college student whose life unravels ...
Beerfest

Beerfest

πŸ“… Release: August 25, 2006
🎭 Genre: AdventureComedy
🎬 Starring: Jay Chandrasekar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, Eric Stolhanske, Will Forte, Ralf Moeller, Mo’Nique, Eric Christian Olsen, Jurgen Prochnow
πŸ“– Synopsis: When American brothers Todd and Jan Wolfhouse travel to Germany to spread their grandfather's ashes at Oktoberfest, they stumble upon a super-secret, centuries old, underground beer games competitio...
Little Miss Sunshine

Little Miss Sunshine

πŸ“… Release: July 26, 2006
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Steve Carell, Greg Kinnear, Toni Collette, Alan Arkin, Abigail Breslin, Paul Dano, Beth Grant, Alissa Anderegg, Mary Lynn Rajskub
πŸ“– Synopsis: "Little Miss Sunshine" tells the story of the Hoovers, one of the most endearingly fractured families ever seen on motion picture screens. Together, the motley six-member family treks from Albuquerque...
Sentinel, The

Sentinel, The

πŸ“… Release: April 21, 2006
🎭 Genre: DramaThriller
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Eva Longoria, Kiefer Sutherland, Michael Douglas, Kim Basinger, Martin Donovan, Gloria Reuben, Kristin Lehman
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the high-stakes world of presidential protection, a veteran Secret Service agent finds himself the prime suspect in a chilling internal conspiracy. [c=Michael Douglas] stars as Pete Garrison, a de...
Crank

Crank

πŸ“… Release: September 1, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionThrillerDrama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Efren Ramirez, Jose Pablo Cantillo, Jay Xcala, Carlos Sanz, Keone Young, Glenn Howerton, Reno Wilson, Ted Garcia
πŸ“– Synopsis: Chev Chelios is about to begin his morning with an unexpected wake-up call. Groggy, practically unable to move and with a heart that's barely beating, he hears the voice of thug Ricky Verona, who re...
Little Man

Little Man

πŸ“… Release: July 14, 2006
🎭 Genre: Comedy
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Brittany Daniel, Kerry Washington, Alex Borstein, Lochlyn Munro, Molly Shannon, Dave Sheridan, John Witherspoon
πŸ“– Synopsis: What if the most dangerous criminal in the city was also the smallest? In this outrageous comedy from director [c=Keenen Ivory Wayans], diminutive thief Calvin Sims, played by [c=Marlon Wayans], is a...
Wicker Man, The

Wicker Man, The

πŸ“… Release: September 1, 2006
🎭 Genre: HorrorMysteryThriller
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Nicolas Cage, Leelee Sobieski, Ellen Burstyn, Christa Campbell, Aaron Eckhart, Molly Parker, Frances Conroy, Kate Beahan, Diane Delano
πŸ“– Synopsis: Out patrolling a California highway, police officer Edward Malus (Nicolas Cage) stops a station wagon to return a little girl's lost doll. Moments later, a runaway truck slams into the station wagon...
You, Me And Dupree

You, Me And Dupree

πŸ“… Release: July 14, 2006
🎭 Genre: Comedy
🎬 Starring: Owen Wilson, Kate Hudson, Matt Dillon, Michael Douglas, Seth Rogen, Amanda Detmer, Bill Hader
πŸ“– Synopsis: Carl and Molly Peterson (Matt Dillon and Kate Hudson) are just starting their new life together-complete with a cute house, boring neighbors, stable jobs and the routines of newlywed existence. Ther...
Volver

Volver

πŸ“… Release: November 3, 2006
🎭 Genre: AdventureComedy
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Penelope Cruz, Carmen Maura, Lola Duenas, Blanca Portillo, Yohana Cobo
πŸ“– Synopsis: "Volver" is a meeting of "Mildred Pierce" and "Arsenic and Old Lace", combined with the surrealistic naturalism of my fourth film, "ΒΏQuΓ© he hecho yo para merecer esto!!" ("What have I done to Dese...
Harsh Times

Harsh Times

πŸ“… Release: November 10, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionDrama
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Christian Bale, Freddy Rodríguez, Eva Longoria, Tammy Trull, Adriana Millan, Armando Cantina, Kenneth Choi, Terry Crews, Robert Dahey, Chaka Forman
πŸ“– Synopsis: From the creator of "Training Day" comes "Harsh Times," a gritty look at friendship, loyalty and ambition set on the extremely rough streets of south central Los Angeles. Jim Davis (Christian Bale)...
John Tucker Must Die

John Tucker Must Die

πŸ“… Release: July 28, 2006
🎭 Genre: ComedyRomance
⭐ Rating: PG-13
🎬 Starring: Sophia Bush, Jesse Metcalfe, Brittany Snow, Ashanti, Jenny McCarthy, Arielle Kebbel, Penn Badgley, Amber Borycki, Fatso-Fasano, Taylor Kitsch
πŸ“– Synopsis: In the vibrant world of high school romance and rivalry, "John Tucker Must Die" brings a humorous twist to love and revenge. The film centers on the charming and popular John Tucker, played by [c=Jes...
Snakes On A Plane

Snakes On A Plane

πŸ“… Release: August 18, 2006
🎭 Genre: ActionThriller
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Nathan Phillips, Byron Lawson, Julianna Margulies, Rachel Blanchard, Bobby Cannavale, Kenan Thompson, David Koechner
πŸ“– Synopsis: Buckle up for a high-altitude nightmare where the only in-flight entertainment is a fight for survival. Directed by [c=David Ellis], this relentless action-thriller stars [c=Samuel L. Jackson] as FBI...
Scanner Darkly, A

Scanner Darkly, A

πŸ“… Release: July 7, 2006
🎭 Genre: DramaSci-FiAction
⭐ Rating: R
🎬 Starring: Keanu Reeves, Winona Ryder, Robert Downey Jr., Woody Harrelson, Rory Cochran
πŸ“– Synopsis: "A Scanner Darkly" is set in suburban Orange County, California in a future where America has lost the war on drugs. When one reluctant undercover cop is ordered to start spying on his friends, he i...