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Avatar (82%)
ALIENS and THE TERMINATOR director James Cameron returns to the genre that made him famous with AVATAR. As an avatar (a human mind housed in an alien body), an ex-Marine finds his inner conflict competes with the far-flung war he must fight. This sci-fi film reunites the director with his ALIENS act...[More]
Directed by: James Cameron
Rated: PG-13
What's Fresh In Theaters?
What else has the Critics talking? |
Reviews | |
|---|---|---|
| 82% | Avatar | 195 |
| 94% | Crazy Heart | 53 |
| 85% | A Single Man | 65 |
| 90% | Up in the Air | 140 |
What's Fresh On DVD?
What else has the Critics talking? |
Reviews | |
|---|---|---|
| 83% | Whip It | 143 |
| 96% | Crude | 45 |
| 87% | The House of the Devil | 61 |
| 78% | $9.99 | 50 |
Browse Certified Fresh Movies in Theaters
82%
Avatar
Critics' Consensus: It might be more impressive on a technical level than as a piece of storytelling, but Avatar reaffirms James Cameron's singular gift for imaginative, absorbing filmmaking.
Release Date: Dec 18, 2009 (Wide)
85%
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Critics' Consensus: Quirky humor, plucky characters and solid slapstick make this family comedy a frenetically tasty time at the movies.
Release Date: Sep 18, 2009 (Wide)
78%
The Hangover
Critics' Consensus: With a clever script and hilarious interplay among the cast, The Hangover nails just the right tone of raunchy humor, and the non-stop laughs overshadow any flaw.
Release Date: Jun 05, 2009 (Wide)
88%
Inglourious Basterds
Critics' Consensus: A classic Tarantino genre-blending thrill ride, Inglourious Basterds is violent, unrestrained, and thoroughly entertaining,
Release Date: Aug 21, 2009 (Wide)
77%
Invictus
Critics' Consensus: Delivered with typically stately precision from director Clint Eastwood, Invictus may not be rousing enough for some viewers, but Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman inhabit their real-life characters with admirable conviction.
Release Date: Dec 11, 2009 (Wide)
89%
Zombieland
Critics' Consensus: Wickedly funny and featuring plenty of gore, Zombieland is proof that the zombie subgenre is far from dead.
Release Date: Oct 02, 2009 (Wide)
94%
An Education
Critics' Consensus: Though the latter part of the film may not appeal to all, An Education is a charming coming-of-age tale powered by the strength of relative newcomer Carey Mulligan's standout performance.
Release Date: Oct 09, 2009 (Limited)
86%
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans
Critics' Consensus: Befitting its unorthodox origins, this Bad Lieutenant benefits from Werner Herzog's typically fearless direction and a delightfully unhinged Nicolas Cage in the title role.
Release Date: Nov 20, 2009 (Limited)
84%
Broken Embraces
Critics' Consensus: Pedro Almodovar's fourth film with Penélope Cruz isn't his finest work, but he brings his signature visual brilliance to this noirish tale, and the cast turns in some first-class performances.
Release Date: Nov 20, 2009 (Limited)
75%
Capitalism: A Love Story
Critics' Consensus: Love him or hate him, Capitalism captures Michael Moore in his muckraking element -- with all the Moore-centric showmanship that entails.
Release Date: Oct 02, 2009 (Limited)
94%
Crazy Heart
Critics' Consensus: Thanks to a captivating performance from Jeff Bridges, Crazy Heart transcends its overly familiar origins and finds new meaning in an old story.
Release Date: Dec 16, 2009 (Limited)
92%
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Critics' Consensus: Fantastic Mr. Fox is a delightfully funny feast for the eyes with multi-generational appeal -- and it shows Wes Anderson has a knack for animation.
Release Date: Nov 13, 2009 (Limited)
84%
Me and Orson Welles
Critics' Consensus: Me and Orson Welles boasts a breakout performance by Christian McKay and an infectious love of the backstage drama that overcomes its sometimes fluffy tone.
Release Date: Nov 25, 2009 (Limited)
90%
The Messenger
Critics' Consensus: A dark but timely subject is handled deftly by writer/directer Owen Moverman and superbly acted by Woody Harrleson and Ben Foster.
Release Date: Nov 13, 2009 (Limited)
82%
Paranormal Activity
Critics' Consensus: Using its low-budget effects and mockumentary method to great result, Paranormal Activity turns a simple haunted house story into 90 minutes of relentless suspense.
Release Date: Sep 25, 2009 (Limited)
91%
Precious: Based on the Novel PUSH by Sapphire
Critics' Consensus: Precious is a grim yet ultimately triumphant film about abuse and inner-city life, largely bolstered by exceptional performances from its cast.
Release Date: Nov 06, 2009 (Limited)
83%
The Princess and the Frog
Critics' Consensus: The warmth of traditional Disney animation makes this occasionally lightweight fairy-tale update a lively and captivating confection for the holidays.
Release Date: Dec 11, 2009 (Limited)
88%
Red Cliff
Critics' Consensus: Featuring some impressively grand battlefield action, John Woo returns to Asia and returns to form in the process for this lavish and slick historical epic.
Release Date: Nov 18, 2009 (Limited)
87%
A Serious Man
Critics' Consensus: Blending dark humor with profoundly personal themes, the Coen brothers deliver what might be their most mature -- if not their best -- film to date.
Release Date: Oct 02, 2009 (Limited)
85%
A Single Man
Critics' Consensus: Though the costumes are beautiful and the art direction impeccable, what stands out most from this debut by fashion designer Tom Ford is the leading performance by Colin Firth.
Release Date: Dec 11, 2009 (Limited)
95%
90%
Up in the Air
Critics' Consensus: Led by charismatic performances by its three leads, director Jason Reitman delivers a smart blend of humor and emotion with just enough edge for mainstream audiences.
Release Date: Dec 04, 2009 (Limited)
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