Claudia Puig, USA Today
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For 1,582 reviews, this critic has graded:
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34% lower than the average critic
On average, this critic grades 4.1 points higher than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Claudia Puig's Scores
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| Average review score: | 63 |
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 1,017 out of 1582
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Mixed: 350 out of 1582
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Negative: 215 out of 1582
1,582
movie reviews
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Claudia Puig 88
With its clever faux documentary style, this is the most imaginative science-fiction movie to come along in years. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Much like Annie Hall did for a previous generation, (500) Days of Summer may be the movie that best captures a contemporary romantic sensibility. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Funny People nimbly intersperses humor and reflection. It is a rumination on mortality, fame and life choices, punctuated with Apatow's trademark raunchy humor. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Like the book, the movie blends a primitive quality with an imaginative artfulness. It also amplifies upon the story's gentle, sly wit. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Though events unravel predictably, the film is profoundly affecting, thanks to a well-written story, rich characters and superlative acting. -
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Claudia Puig 88
While the film is not as resonant as the novel, it is an honorable adaptation, capturing the essence of the bond between father and son. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Tarantino exercises both his obsession with vengeance and his fascination with the movies. -
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Claudia Puig 88
When it comes to 3-D visual splendors, give me Wonderland over Pandora any day. -
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Claudia Puig 88
This slice of American life, as seen through the eyes of Palestinian immigrants, is nuanced, engaging and authentically observed. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Through stellar performances, clever writing and exquisite cinematography, the story is fresh and thoroughly captivating. -
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Claudia Puig 88
In less capable hands, the movie could have been maudlin. Instead, Hicks and Owen have created an intimate drama told with humor and emotion. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Good Hair is cause for hope that Rock continues to make documentaries. His style is lively, smooth and up-to-date, like the most coveted 'do. -
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Claudia Puig 88
This heart-rending tale also is a mesmerizing one because of several superb performances, particularly those of Ben Foster and Woody Harrelson. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Invictus, which is Latin for "unconquered," gives the poem several meanings in the context of the film. It also applies to Eastwood, who, as one of America's greatest storytellers, finds enthralling tales and fashions them with finesse and an indomitable spirit. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Every second Helen Mirren is on-screen in The Last Station is a study in peerless talent. -
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Claudia Puig 88
The Secret of Kells is a magical adventure unlike anything we've seen on screen before. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Who would have thought a fire-breathing monster could be one of the most adorable on-screen critters since Babe? -
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Claudia Puig 88
This is the rare screwball comedy that is superbly paced, cleverly plotted and hilarious from start to finish. -
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Claudia Puig 88
The Secret in Their Eyes is that rare police procedural that engages emotions as well as intellect. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Sometimes -- and far too rarely -- a film will hit all the right notes, with sharp, original dialogue, brilliant casting and an absorbing story. So caught up in its spell, you dread seeing the credits roll. Please Give is that movie. -
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Claudia Puig 88
Middle-aged romance can be a dicey prospect. And it gets more complicated when children are in the picture. But it gets more complex still if the "child" is actually 21, and creepily meddlesome. -
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Claudia Puig 88
The film is easier to admire than to fully grasp or be moved by it. Still, it's worth surrendering to the dream. -
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Claudia Puig 88
This gem features five topnotch, multidimensional performances in one of this summer's most engaging films. -
