Hammerle on … “1917,” “A Hidden Life”
Movie review Robert Hammerle says the awards and accolades for the World War I epic “1917” are deserved, while “A Hidden Life” simply runs too long.
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Hammerle on … “Little Women,” “Bombshell”
Movie review Robert Hammerle finds much to applaud in two very different films showcasing strong performances by leading women — the Fox News dramatization “Bombshell” and a new classic adaption of “Little Women.”
Hammerle on… “Ford v. Ferrari,” “The Irishman,” “Knives Out” and “Dark Waters”
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle has high praise for Ford v. Ferrari and Knives Out, but he says The Irishman is unsurprising. And for trial lawyers, Hammerle says Dark Waters is a must-see.
Hammerle on … “Parasite,” “Midway” and “Terminator: Dark Fate”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says “Parasite” is a frontrunner for best foreign film, “Midway” lacks the luster of its predecessors, and “Terminator: Dark Fate” is an entertaining thriller too few people are seeing.
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Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle had high praise for both “Jojo Rabbit” and “Harriet.”
Hammerle on… “The Addams Family,” “Joker”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle has a soft spot for the animated film “The Addams Family,” but had to resist the urge to walk out of “Joker.”
Hammerle on … “Judy,” “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice” and “Hustlers”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says Renee Zellweger gives an impressive performance in the depressing Judy Garland biopic “Judy,” but a documentary on iconic pop singer Linda Rondstadt left him singing a happier tune. Meantime, “Hustlers” features a diva of more recent generation — Jennifer Lopez — in a takedown of Wall Street avarice.
Hammerle on… “Brittany Runs a Marathon,” “Official Secrets”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle finds big rewards in two lesser-known films — “Brittany Runs a Marathon” and “Official Secrets.”
Hammerle on… “IT Chapter Two,” “One Child Nation”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says a sequel to a 2017 blockbuster may be the biggest bummer of the summer, while a startling documentary examining China’s former one-child policy is an emotional powerhouse.
Hammerle on… “Blinded by the Light,” “The Peanut Butter Falcon”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle has praise for two very different films that each tug on the heartstrings.
Hammerle on… “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark,” “Sword of Trust”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle isn’t afraid to praise “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark,” and say trust him — “Sword of Trust” is worth seeking out at the theater.
Hammerle on… “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” and “The Lion King”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says Quentin Tarrantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” is a retro revelation and among the best buddy films in decades, while Disney’s “The Lion King” revival does not live up to the original.
Hammerle on … “Spider-Man: Far from Home” and a trip to Iceland
Movie reviewer Bob Hammerle is again ensnared in “Spider-Man’s” web, but those big-screen thrills are no match for the real-life majesty of Iceland.
Hammerle on… “Toy Story 4,” “Yesterday”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says the summer blockbuster “Toy Story 4” is an immediate Oscar front-runner, and “Yesterday” is a magical mystery tour that wonderfully manages to imagine life without the Beatles.
Hammerle on… “Late Night,” “Dark Phoenix” and “The Dead Don’t Die”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says “Late Night” has Oscar potential, “Dark Phoenix” is tiresome, and “The Dead Don’t Die” is entertaining, if underplayed.
Hammerle on… “Aladdin” and “Rocketman”
A remake of a Disney classic and a biopic on a classic rock star are both crowd-pleasers, movie reviewer Robert Hammerle reports.
Hammerle on… “Hail Satan?” and “John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum”
For a devilish mockumentary, movie reviewer Robert Hammerle suggests “Hail Satan?” And as a cinematic shooting gallery but little more, “John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum” hits the target.
Hammerle on… “Avengers: Endgame” and “Hesburgh”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says “Avengers: Endgame” is a superhero classic for the ages, while the documentary “Hesburgh” is an enlightening portrait of a University of Notre Dame legend.
Hammerle on… “Shazam!,” “The Best of Enemies” and “Pet Sematary”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says there was not much to see in the days before the latest Marvel superhero flick dominated the box office universe.
Hammerle on… “Dumbo,” “The Mustang”
Movie reviewer Robert Hammerle says the new version of “Dumbo” flies high, while “The Mustang” could ride its way into Oscar territory.