Bruce Almighty (2003)

A half-decent script spoiled again by the overacting style of Jim Carey. He's unable to separate normal roles from over-the- top ones. He attempts to vamp up every scene where no vamping is required. I don't think he can help it.

Rating: D

A Better Life (2011)

A look at the immigration issue through the story of a father and his son. It doesn’t come off preachy or try to take sides. Fairly realistic in its portrayal of an immigrant family and the daily challenges they face.

Rating: C+

Crazy/Beautiful (2001)

I loved Kirsten Dunst in this movie. It almost takes off from where her role in "The Virgin Suicides" left off. Almost. Yes, there's a basic Hollywood formula being followed here, but when something is done right, even if it's been done before, it's still right. The DVD deleted scenes aren't bad, and the making of documentary is great.

Rating: B-