Movies 2012: Silver Linings Playbook (2012)

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Silver Linings Playbook (2012)

Date seen: 12 March 2013

Rated R, 122 mins

IMDB User Rating: 8.0

Metascore: 81/100 (User Score: 8.2)

Tomatometer: 92%, Certified Fresh (Audience: 8.2)

Movie Notebook Score: 9.70/10

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended

Grade: QT - Watch if you want to have Quality Time

Notes:

The most romantic film of 2012 comes in complete package. Trophy-worthy performances from Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jackie Weaver coupled with remarkable screenplay is a best-film-of-the-year-material. 

After watching this film:

You'll feel an invigoration of your love for someone.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Bradley Cooper as Pat
• Acting: Jennifer Lawrence as Tiffany
• Acting: Jacki Weaver as Dolores
• Acting: Robert De Niro as Pat Sr.
• Acting: Chris Tucker as Danny
• Film of the Year
• Directing
• Screenplay
• Editing
• Ensemble

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Scores are as of posting.

Movies 2012: Les Miserables (2012)

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Les Miserables (2012)

Date seen: 15 January 2013

Rated PG-13, 158 mins.

IMDB User Rating: 8.0

Metascore: 63/100 (User Score: 7.4)

Tomatometer: 70% Fresh, (Audience: 83%)

Movie Notebook: 9.80

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended

Grade: QT - Watch if you want Quality Time

Notes:

This probably is not a popular opinion, but, Tom Hooper's Les Miserables (2012) fantastically exceeds expectations. Hitting the high notes combined with genuinely moving acting and excellent screenplay, the film is a heavy contender for major distinctions. Magnificently photographed, it makes you feel the post-revolution France. You might want to watch this again.

After watching this film:

You will keep On My Own playing in your mind.

For your consideration: 

• Acting: Hugh Jackman as Jean Valjean
• Acting: Anne Hathaway as Fantine
• Acting: Helena Bonham Carter as Madame Thenardier
• Acting: Daniel Hussletone as Gavroche
• Directing
• Film of the Year
• Musical Score
• Sound
• Editing
• Cinematography
• Production Design
• Costume
• Make-up

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Score are as of posting.

Movies 2012: The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

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The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

Date seen: 29 December 2012

Rated PG-13, 102 mins

IMDB User Rating: 8.3

Metascore: 67/100 (User Score: 8.1)

Tomatometer: 85% Certified Fresh (Audience: 93%)

Movie Notebook Score: 9.85/10

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended

Grade: QT - Watch if you want to have Quality Time

Notes:

Stephen Chbosky did a great job of translating his critically-acclaimed novel to a motion picture--I mean, who else would be able to do so? Deeply moving, nostalgic, funny, and brilliantly brewed with noteworthy performances. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is this year's best coming-of-age movie and among the best ever made of its genre.

After watching this movie:

You might want to watch it again in a not so distant other time.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Logan Lerman as Charlie
• Acting: Ezra Miller as Patrick
• Acting: Emma Watson as Sam
• Film of the Year
• Ensemble
• Adapted Screenplay
• Directing

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Scores are as of posting.

Movies 2012: Pitch Perfect (2012)

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Pitch Perfect (2012)

Date seen: 24 December 2012

Rated PG-13, 112 mins

IMDB User Rating: 7.3

Metascore: 66/100 (User Score: 7.8)

Tomatometer: 80% Certified Fresh (Audience: 84%)

Movie Notebook Score: 7.25/10

Recommendation: B - Recommended 

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

There is no question that this film is satisfyingly entertaining. Anna Kendrick is a surprise. This flick is generally light with some weight of quality.

After watching this movie:

You'll suffer from last song syndrome.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Rebel Wilson as Fat Amy
• Sound

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Scores are as of posting.

Movies 2012: Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

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Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

Date seen: 14 December 2012

Rated PG-13, 94 mins

IMDB User Rating: 8.0

Metascore: 84/100 (User Score: 8.0)

Tomatometer: 94%, Certified Fresh (Audience: 88%)

Movie Notebook Score: 7.25/10

Recommendation: C - Selectively Recommended

Grade: ST - Watch if you can't Sleep

Notes:

This is both simple and complicated. Magnificently shot with a good-enough plot. Surprisingly, this is an ensemble of big names in small roles. Has the appeal for critics, and will be ignored by the average viewer.

After watching this movie:

You might feel lost, speechless.

For your consideration:

• Ensemble
• Musical Score
• Cinematography
• Directing
• Costume Design
• Production Design

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Scores are as of posting.