12.5.2013 | By Jack Rico |
Updated March 2026
As a revenge drama, Out of the Furnace offers solid performances and an intriguing story, but its goal of greatness falls slightly short. Directed by Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart), the film tries to tell a searingly realistic story of brotherly bond and betrayal in a declining American steel town. Read More
12.5.2013 | By Jack Rico |
The “1-4-0″: @InsideLlewyn is a heartbreak of a film that will perforate your emotional husk, courtesy of Latino actor Oscar Isaac and the Coen Brothers. Read More
11.27.2013 | By Jack Rico |
The “1-4-0”: The new re-imagined revenge thriller of #Oldboy from director Spike Lee is not better than the original one, but it provides enough entertainment to to bash it.
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11.27.2013 | By Jack Rico |
The “1-4-0”: With shades of 1982’s Gandhi, #Mandela is a solid biopic with very few flaws and powered by a strong performance from Idris Elba. Oscar buzz is awaiting. Read More
11.27.2013 | By Jack Rico |
*Updated 2026
In 2026, when holiday movies are often built for comfort viewing, Black Nativity still stands out as a faith-and-family musical trying to lift the season with sincerity.
11.27.2013 | By Jack Rico |
The “1-4-0″: #Frozen is one of the better animated films of the year. It’s a throwback to the Disney musical animations of the 90’s like Aladdin, but in 3D and with great CGI. Read More
11.22.2013 | By Jack Rico |
*Updated 2026
In 2026, when parenthood, sperm donation and family identity are much more public conversations, Delivery Man plays like a softer comedy about responsibility catching up with immaturity.
11.21.2013 | By SBC Staff |
The “1-4-0″: The sequel to @TheHungerGames is better than the original. It boasts an engaging script, an outstanding J-Law performance and great action! Read More
11.17.2013 | By Elle Castro |
The “1-4-0”: #THEBESTMANHOLIDAY is an emotional rollercoaster. Simply said, it’s just what the doctor prescribes to combat the soul. It’s an all around feel-good flick that will have you shifting through a multitude of emotions—bringing laughter one minute and in tears the next. Read More
11.10.2013 | By Jack Rico |
The “1-4-0″: #ThorTheDarkWorld is all sizzle but no steak. Production and CGI are epic, but script is convoluted. It still manages to entertain though. Read More
