Movie reviews of Dan Santos

These are all the movies and series that Dan has reviewed. Read more at: Film Blerg.

Number of movie reviews: 121 / 121

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There are some exciting moments and a few surprising twists, but in the end it does little to differentiate itself from other action-thriller films... Review

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2014-02-28

2014

A thrilling ride, and ultimately a moving dedication to the soldiers involved in this mission and many others like them. Review

8.0

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2014-01-27

2014

Thematically, Miyazaki manages to deftly blend a range of ideas. Review

7.0

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2014-01-19

2014

Firth carries The Railway Man, and he makes the possibility of forgiveness in even the most difficult situations stirring. Review

7.0

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2013-12-26

2013

Has its share of rousing moments, but it never becomes the sweeping inspirational gesture that it wants to be. Review

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2013-12-26

2013

A mostly successful adaptation of a complex novel, with striking visual imagery and a solid central performance. Review

7.0

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2013-11-25

2013

A fascinating insight into an important chapter in American literary history... Review

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2013-11-19

2013

Focussing on average families and on average people makes the film’s hunt, and its moral quandaries, resonant and disquieting long after it ends. Review

8.0

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2013-10-17

2013

Another mediocre action film which is forgettable on most fronts. Review

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2013-09-11

2013

A fairly forgettable addition to both Emmerich’s filmography and the action genre more broadly. Review

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2013-09-10

2013

The performances are compelling. Review

7.0

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2013-09-01

2013

A stunning portrait and an incredibly moving experience, and memorable for all the right reasons. Review

9.0

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2013-08-18

2013

Unapologetic in its candid depiction of the despair and gloom experienced by those seeking asylum. Review

8.0

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2013-08-18

2013

One of the better recent entries into the coming-of-age film genre... Review

8.0

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2013-08-18

2013

Highly entertaining and humourous, blending elements of the coming-of-age and comic book film genres deftly... Review

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2013-08-18

2013

Whilst Elysium provides plenty of action-packed thrills and an immersive visual experience, the impact of its political and social commentary is lacking. Review

6.0

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2013-08-15

2013

A reasonably well-executed action thriller, with an absorbing plot and enough twists and turns to keep audiences vested in the eventual outcomes. Review

6.0

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2013-07-10

2013

A well-executed, frightening insight into the potential for genetic experimentation to go awry. Review

8.0

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2013-06-20

2013

Highly entertaining and lots of fun – just remember to leave logic behind and abandon yourself to the ride. Review

7.0

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2013-05-31

2013

This inspiring story of a young man’s rousing personal journey is all the more engrossing because of its basis on real events. Review

8.0

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2013-05-28

2013

Compelling because it is a richly engaging character study set amidst the chaos of a post-9/11 world. Review

7.0

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2013-05-23

2013

Tabu’s slow start establishes a slow pacing which undermines its other elements, and makes the film less engaging in the process. Review

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2013-05-14

2013

Contains compelling performances and intertwined storylines, but it does not completely succeed in realizing its ambitions. Review

7.0

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2013-05-07

2013

Deftly blends stylistic direction with critical, and at times comic, insights into excessive youthful gratification. Review

7.0

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2013-05-07

2013

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