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‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ Boldly Goes Animated With Potent Story, Mediocre Animation, Anemic Acting

Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on August 14, 2008 - 11:01pm.

HollywoodChicago.com Oscarman rating: 2.5/5.0
Rating: 2.5/5.0

CHICAGO – “Star Wars: The Clone Wars,” which is the inaugural animated “Star Wars” project from Lucasfilm Animation and “Star Wars” architect George Lucas, feels and looks every bit as introductory as a foundational attempt could be.

Despite Offering Tantalizing Possibilities, ‘Jumper’ Weakened By Formulaic Clichés

Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on February 16, 2008 - 11:51pm.

HollywoodChicago.com Oscarman rating: 3/5CHICAGO – As a distinct premise, “Jumper” offers tantalizing possibilities. The ability to transport yourself from one location to another with simple mind control is a cool rule of the world. While the film speaks to some of the far-reaching potential of the power, it also follows story formulas that weaken it.

‘Illegal Tender’ is Yawningly Generic, Must-Miss Movie of Summer

Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on August 24, 2007 - 11:25am.

Rating: 1.5/5CHICAGO – Though not billed as a comedy, “Illegal Tender” is one of those yawningly generic films that tries too hard to be taken seriously and ends up making you laugh.

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