Jim Harper
Jim Harper's reviews do not count toward the Tomatometer®. This is not a Tomatometer-approved critic, and this critic's reviews are not published on a Tomatometer-approved publication.
The Golem (1920)
100%
“Despite portraying a creature made of stone, [Paul Wegener] manages to create a surprising level of emotional expression, primarily through his eyes.” –
Electric Sheep
Oct 13, 2020
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The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
86%
“As successful as [its] elements are, they would be considerably less effective without such excellent central performances.” –
Electric Sheep
Aug 16, 2017
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Nina Forever (2015)
92%
“Nina Forever is a confident, original debut that suggests Ben and Chris Blaine may have an interesting career ahead of them.” –
Electric Sheep
Feb 22, 2016
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“In an era when a two-hour running time can seem increasingly indulgent, Kurosawa has created a five-hour film that doesn't drag for a second, maintaining its momentum throughout.” –
Electric Sheep
Nov 21, 2014
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Highlander: The Search for Vengeance (2007)
B
“In terms of pure entertainment, it's a hell of a lot more satisfying than any of the other sequels.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Oct 9, 2007
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Black Christmas (2006)
13%
B-
“It might not break new ground, but within the confines of its genre, Black Christmas has more than enough gruesome, gory fun to satisfy.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Dec 18, 2006
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The Guard from Underground (1992)
B-
“Manages to evoke the same atmosphere of claustrophobic brutality as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974), but only for brief periods.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Aug 10, 2006
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D
“For better or for worse, Komizu has pushed the boundaries of bad taste even further.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Feb 17, 2006
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Entrails of a Virgin (1986)
D
“Only likely to appeal to a very selective audience, thanks to the zero-budget production values and the graphic, over-the-top approach to both violence and sexuality.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jan 30, 2006
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The Ring Virus (1999)
C-
“Few fans will appreciate it as much as the Japanese or American versions, which are all of a consistently higher standard.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jan 26, 2006
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Marebito (2004)
36%
B
“Resembles a nightmare more than a horror film, with logic and resolution taking a back seat to atmosphere and imagination.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Dec 8, 2005
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Premonition (2004)
C
“Premonition isn't a bad film; it's just a very average one.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Aug 21, 2005
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H (2002)
D
“Beyond the script difficulties, H is simply too derivative to be satisfying.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jul 30, 2005
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Koma (2004)
B-
“A decent psycho-thriller with plenty of style and a fistful of nice twists.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jul 26, 2005
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Acacia (2003)
B-
“Park is adept at cranking up the tension, imbuing seemingly pedestrian scenes of family life with a dark and sinister undercurrent.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jul 11, 2005
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Marronnier (2003)
B
“For the right viewer, Marronnier is a special find indeed: quirky, imaginative, and often funny.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jul 2, 2005
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Em Embalming (1999)
C
“It's certainly not the next hidden gem of the Japanese horror boom, and viewers expecting that are likely to come away frustrated.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
May 31, 2005
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Infection (2004)
60%
C-
“After presenting us with a fairly strong beginning, Ochiai really doesn't have any idea how to end the film.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
May 19, 2005
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The Nameless (1999)
20%
C+
“Looking beyond the narrative flaws, The Nameless is clearly the work of a capable director. Balaguer and his cinematographer create a wonderfully grimy atmosphere.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Mar 28, 2005
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A.LI.CE (1999)
C+
“Looks more like one of last year's PC games.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Feb 3, 2005
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Alive (2002)
C
“The film isn't a total failure, but it's unlikely to find favor with the same people who fell in love with Versus.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Feb 3, 2005
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C+
“By the time the credits roll the film has become tiresome and frustrating.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jan 14, 2005
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Ju-on: The Curse (2000)
64%
B-
“There is nothing here to rival Ringu's nerve-shredding climax, but there are several moments that should have most horror fans grinning with ghoulish delight.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Oct 30, 2004
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King of the Ants (2003)
A
“Genuinely compelling.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Jul 7, 2004
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Evil Dead Trap (1988)
B+
“There's more to entertain and bemuse in the 90 minutes of Toshiharu Ikeda's cult masterpiece than there is in any number of post-Scream slasher flicks.” –
Flipside Movie Emporium
Apr 16, 2004
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