Jeffrey Chen
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
Jeff's movie-loving father made movies more a part of his life by opening a couple of video stores. His born-again movie-loving son now makes movies a part of his life by writing reviews about them. Jeff writes for ReelTalkReviews.com and his own site, windowtothemovies.com.
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Official Website:
http://www.windowtothemovies.com
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)
96%
7/10
“The successful run of a franchise such as this is truly a rare feat in Hollywood. Take a bow, folks.” –
Window to the Movies
Aug 3, 2011
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Source Code (2011)
92%
7/10
“Duncan Jones's sophomore film, Source Code, is an assured second step into the realm of thoughtful science fiction.” –
Window to the Movies
Aug 3, 2011
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The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
72%
5/10
“Eventually the whole thing feels a little too silly to be able to take any of its inherent concerns meaningfully.” –
Window to the Movies
Jul 26, 2011
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Of Gods and Men (2010)
92%
6/10
“Confirms without really challenging our readily held beliefs about the nobility of selflessness and sacrifice.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Jul 20, 2011
Full Review
Rango (2011)
88%
7/10
“Kudos to the director for making it as oddball as it could get away with.” –
Window to the Movies
Jul 20, 2011
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Red Riding Hood (2011)
10%
4/10
“Like Twilight, makes the shallow desire to run away with a boy the heroine's main concern.” –
Window to the Movies
Jul 15, 2011
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Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives (2010)
90%
8/10
“One to absorb, to wonder at, and, perhaps most significantly, to give exposure to lines of thinking that one might not be familiar with.” –
Window to the Movies
Jul 14, 2011
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Cars 2 (2011)
39%
7/10
“No, Cars 2 isn't another pearl from Pixar, but it's entertaining and well-made.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Jun 25, 2011
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The Tree of Life (2011)
85%
10/10
“Its assembly alone makes a case for its achieving cinematic heights. It's a work of great confidence, asking its audience to observe, reflect, and feel.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Jun 22, 2011
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Another Year (2010)
93%
8/10
“[Observes] the thin lines and acute angles which separate well-adjusted people on a continuing path of contentment from the less fortunate ones who live lives of regret and desperation.” –
Window to the Movies
Jun 17, 2011
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Biutiful (2010)
66%
6/10
“Even though this movie piles it on, I can see its positive values and the potential it would have to reach the hearts of its audience.” –
Window to the Movies
Jun 16, 2011
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The Dilemma (2011)
24%
4/10
“Feels like a throwaway effort by everyone involved.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Jun 7, 2011
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The Green Hornet (2011)
45%
5/10
“Derivative of several molds and unable to really take command of any of them.” –
Window to the Movies
Jun 3, 2011
Full Review
Megamind (2010)
73%
7/10
“Would be lost in the crowd, perhaps deservedly so, if it didn't pull aces on its execution.” –
Window to the Movies
May 26, 2011
Full Review
Cave of Forgotten Dreams (2010)
96%
8/10
“We will likely never be able to see this amazing place in person. Thanks to Herzog for giving us the next best thing.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
May 20, 2011
Full Review
Blue Valentine (2010)
87%
7/10
“From the movie's standpoint, [its story] is a common tragedy that deserves acknowledgment and pity, and it pulls absolutely no punches in sharing its view.” –
Window to the Movies
May 12, 2011
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
49%
5/10
“The lead kids here have their charms, and while the film is functional it lacks distinction and a passionate sense of drive.” –
Window to the Movies
May 12, 2011
Full Review
Thor (2011)
77%
7/10
“A well-balanced mixture of summer movie pop aesthetics -- not too serious, not too light, with a flare for visual pizazz and big personality.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
May 9, 2011
Full Review
How Do You Know (2010)
31%
6/10
“What makes any of these kinds of movies run involves the appeal of the main actors, and all three, stalwart in their screen likabilities, smooth the proceedings.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
May 3, 2011
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The Tourist (2010)
20%
4/10
“Depp and Jolie together create a chemical black hole. They couldn't produce sparks with dry hair and a comb.” –
Window to the Movies
May 3, 2011
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Ip Man 2 (2010)
97%
7/10
“The movie is simply an entertaining second chance to see more of this man of character in action.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Apr 23, 2011
Full Review
Love & Other Drugs (2010)
49%
5/10
“There were several potential avenues to develop here, but the film settles for something conventional and sentimental with its love story.” –
ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Apr 8, 2011
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Animal Kingdom (2010)
94%
7/10
“Michôd takes familiar material and approaches it with less emphasis on the sensational and more on the surreal atmosphere of accepted dread.” –
Window to the Movies
Apr 8, 2011
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Fair Game (2010)
78%
7/10
“A drama about the cost of idealism and sticking to your guns in order to bring truth to the light.” –
Window to the Movies
Apr 1, 2011
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The Next Three Days (2010)
50%
7/10
“Haggis somehow pulls off a delicate balancing act -- a gravity-bound fantasy scenario -- showing us John's desperate, dark, human need while playing out made-for-movie scenes.” –
Window to the Movies
Mar 21, 2011
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