Holly McClure

• "Something's Gotta Give" - Movie Review
  When you have two Academy Award winners starring together, you’re bound to have a winning formula. And in this case, the chemistry works in this sophisticated romantic comedy from acclaimed...
  Friday, December 12, 2003
• "The Last Samurai" - Movie Review
  I was engrossed in this compelling saga from the first frame to the last Samurai! Tom Cruise and Ken Watanabe deliver Oscar-worthy performances in an epic on the level of “Braveheart” or “Dances...
  Friday, December 5, 2003
• "The Haunted Mansion" - Movie Review
  In a season that is known for spreading joy and holiday cheer, why would you want to scare your kids or give them images of ghouls and skeletons to dance in their heads? Go see “Elf” instead.
  Wednesday, November 26, 2003
• "Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat" – Movie Review
  Although there are some clever and funny scenes in this movie and it is visually a wonder for kids to behold, there is still something “dark” that takes all of the fun out of it. It just doesn’t...
  Friday, November 21, 2003
• "Master and Commander" - Movie Review
  Not only does this film succeed because it attends to every historical detail (like the books), but director Peter Weir ("The Truman Show", "Dead Poet’s Society") is known for exploring his...
  Friday, November 14, 2003
• "Looney Tunes: Back in Action" - Movie Review
  This is one of those movies that will probably entertain your little ones and may even amuse your older kids (ages 8 to 10), but you’ll be exhausted with all of the silliness. Watching a cartoon at...
  Friday, November 14, 2003
• "Elf" - Movie Review
  I can’t say enough good things about this movie! I’ve seen it twice, and I laughed as hard the second time as I did the first! I consider this to be the perfect holiday present for the whole...
  Friday, November 7, 2003
• "The Matrix Revolutions" - Movie Review
  This last addition to "The Matrix" franchise will probably make movie history at the box office and complete the amazing journey that has forever changed the way we see special effects in movies.
  Wednesday, November 5, 2003
• "Brother Bear" - Movie Review
  I enjoyed this movie because of the beautiful nature scenes, the hilarious one-liners and witty banter between the animals. Humor is definitely the key that makes this movie work -- like it did for...
  Friday, October 31, 2003
• "Radio" - Movie Review
  I'm putting this one on my list of favorite family films because of the powerful message and precious story that I think kids will enjoy just as much as the grownups. If you enjoy stories of...
  Friday, October 24, 2003
• "Runaway Jury" - Movie Review
  For those of you who are John Grisham fans and wondering if the movie is anything remotely like his 1996 best-selling legal literary thriller, it’s not. It's a political soapbox against gun...
  Friday, October 17, 2003
• "Veronica Guerin" - Movie Review
  Adults who enjoy crime stories or investigative thrillers might be interested in this true-life drama, but be forewarned that it is a blunt, realistic, bloody and depressing look at a world most of...
  Friday, October 17, 2003
• Mystic River Movie Review
  I appreciate a good murder mystery, but this movie is dark, depressing and probably not for everyone. And while I enjoy Eastwood’s directing style, this isn’t as “great” a movie as the press are...
  Wednesday, October 15, 2003
• "Good Boy!" - Movie Review
  This is a kid-friendly movie that will delight the younger ones and appeal to those who don’t think they are “too cool” to see a movie about man’s best friend. I wish I would have seen this with my...
  Friday, October 10, 2003
• "Out of Time" - Movie Review
  "Out of Time" provides Denzel Washington with the kind of role he shines in because he can play the everyday man who is tough, manly and falls prey to his own stupidity in a believable way. Most...
  Saturday, October 4, 2003
• "School of Rock" - Movie Review
  A very funny Jack Black, and a message about overcoming odds and criticism and rising to the occasion to prove yourself, are a winning combo in this musical comedy.
  Friday, October 3, 2003
• "The Rundown" - Movie Review
  This is the rundown – this movie rocks! Fans of The Rock won’t be disappointed. In fact, this movie will generate a whole new audience for the guy, because he does a great job with his acting and...
  Friday, September 26, 2003
• "Luther" - Movie Review
  In this impressive, big-budget production filmed on over 100 sets and in 20 locations throughout Germany, Italy and the Czech Republic, Joseph Fiennes does an makes the man of history come to life...
  Friday, September 26, 2003