Alice Tynan
Tomatometer-approved critic
Frankenweenie (2012)
87%
3/5
“Frankenweenie might have been better off remaining a short.” –
The Big Issue (Australia)
Aug 15, 2017
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Life of Pi (2012)
86%
4.5/5
“Stunning visuals and a bravura performance from newcomer Suraj Sharma as the young protagonist make Life of Pi a quest destined to impress.” –
The Big Issue (Australia)
Aug 15, 2017
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Lincoln (2012)
89%
4/5
“Lincoln is a history lesson you'll not want to miss.” –
The Big Issue (Australia)
Aug 15, 2017
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Sister (2012)
97%
4/5
“The pair [Klein & Seydoux] artfully weaves the ties that bind, crafting something that is both fragile and tenuously hopeful.” –
Limelight
Nov 12, 2013
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Thanks for Sharing (2012)
50%
3.5/5
“Blumberg and his cast lift the slogan-heavy vocabulary of group therapy above stultifying clich, and instead craft an engaging portrait of support and companionship.” –
Limelight
Sep 19, 2013
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Jobs (2013)
27%
3/5
“There is just about enough to entertain, but Stern's paint-by-numbers approach does little to celebrate Jobs' most famous injunction to "Think Different".” –
Limelight
Aug 22, 2013
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What Maisie Knew (2012)
86%
4/5
“Seen through the eyes of a six-year-old, this film about the spectre of divorce makes for haunting viewing indeed.” –
Limelight
Aug 18, 2013
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Upstream Color (2013)
87%
4.5/5
“A visceral, mind-bending curio...a film that leeches into
you like watercolour on canvas; the less you know about the
story going in, the better.” –
Limelight
Aug 7, 2013
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Much Ado About Nothing (2012)
86%
5/5
“Super-charged with giddy enthusiasm, Whedon's ensemble brings Shakespeare to life in a riot of boozy passion and slapstick giggles.” –
Limelight
Jul 13, 2013
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Before Midnight (2013)
98%
4/5
“Hawk and Delpy know just how to get under your skin. Their onscreen alter egos fit like a glove, and witnessing their ageing, nagging, toying love is a true privilege.” –
Limelight
Jul 4, 2013
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Epic (2013)
65%
“Though the story may be slight, the film is stacked with brilliantly colourful characters, a fabulous voice cast and simply spectacular animation.” –
The Vine
Jun 27, 2013
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Mud (2013)
97%
“More than a mere tribute to Twain and Dickens: this has all the makings of a modern classic.” –
The Vine
Jun 13, 2013
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Farewell, My Queen (2012)
93%
4/5
“It is the life of Versailles that Jacquot captures: all the petty politics, positioning and preening. And that is simply a glorious sight to see.” –
Limelight
Jun 6, 2013
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Tabu (2012)
87%
4.5/5
“Every so often a film comes along that recharges your love of cinema. Miguel Gomes' Tabu is just that gem: a film of such artistry and daring that you'll be left dazzled by the possibilities of the medium.” –
Limelight
May 1, 2013
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The Croods (2013)
71%
“Dreamworks have done far more than simply dust off The Flintstones 2.0; The Croods may not yet be a household name, but with their personal brand of buffoonery and heart, you'll be wanting an introduction.” –
The Vine
Mar 25, 2013
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Side Effects (2013)
83%
“A neat little noir, that comes with an added dose of social smack down as Soderbergh takes a swing at Big Pharma and the casual medicalisation of Western culture.” –
The Vine
Mar 5, 2013
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Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
92%
“Silver Linings Playbook puts the "fun" in "dysfunction." And sure, that sounds glib, but actually, it's a rather extraordinary achievement. Especially when you're skirting on the edges of sanity.” –
The Vine
Jan 30, 2013
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The Guilt Trip (2012)
36%
“Some actors you'd pay to watch read the phonebook; turns out it's worth paying to see Streisand eat a steak.” –
The Vine
Jan 23, 2013
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Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
87%
“Anyone who grew up within a controller cable length of a gaming console will need to see this film.” –
The Vine
Dec 25, 2012
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
64%
“Setting aside technological considerations, The Hobbit is nothing short of a joyous homecoming.” –
The Vine
Dec 4, 2012
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The Sessions (2012)
91%
4/5
“An extraordinary account of sexual exploration and intimacy against the odds, The Sessions is a powerful achievement.” –
Limelight
Nov 5, 2012
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Savages (2012)
50%
“This film goes about as deep and dark as a summer high. Sure there are flashes of mexploitation fun, but ultimately it's just way too mellow, man.” –
The Vine
Oct 21, 2012
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Wuthering Heights (2011)
68%
4/5
“Through Arnold's eyes the story feels immediate and visceral.” –
Limelight
Oct 9, 2012
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Killing Them Softly (2012)
74%
4.5
“It's dark, it's smart, and it's destined to become a classic piece of cinema.” –
Limelight
Oct 9, 2012
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The Sapphires (2012)
91%
4.5
“Packed with laughs, toe-tapping songs and performances as sparkly as the costumes, Wayne Blair's musical is a sure-fire hit.” –
Limelight
Oct 2, 2012
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