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Theatrical, Streaming, Physical Media Reviews by Chris Rebholz

Browse reviews written by Chris Rebholz, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.

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Chris Rebholz, FlickDirect film critic

When Chris was but a wee lad growing up in the slums of suburban New Jersey, he happened to rent a little movie called Tron. Then his head exploded. It was at the moment that he realized that he loved movies, and since then Chris has made it a habit of renting movies, going to the movies, discussing his favorite movies, and anything else in between when it comes to that genre.
Cloud Atlas Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Cloud Atlas
Ambitious doesn't even begin to describe "Cloud Atlas," which marks the first collaboration between Andy and Lana Wachowski and Tom Tykwer. Powerhouse screen visionaries, the trio find an un...
Full Review  | Grade: A

Jack Reacher Movie / Film Review
Jack Reacher
"Jack Reacher" is a different film than you would expect. It's a different film than many will be expecting, with the possible exception of those already engrossed in the Jack Reacher books by auth...
Full Review  | Grade: B

Gangster Squad Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Gangster Squad
Gangster Squad so desperately wants to rub shoulders with The Untouchables, L.A. Confidential and the classics of Gangland cinema, but it isn't in the same league.
Full Review  | Grade: C


The Sweeney Physical Media: DVD Review
The Sweeney
"The Sweeney" is based on a British television series that began in 1975, making its American theatrical run a little on the baffling side, though one should never doubt the drawing power of...
Full Review  | Grade: B

Lincoln Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Lincoln
In 'Lincoln', Spielberg pairs with Day-Lewis for a restrained masterpiece, focusing on the final, crucial months of the 16th President's life.
Full Review  | Grade: A

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
The Hunchback Of Notre Dame
"The Hunchback of Notre Dame" is another one of Disney's underrated films. This was released in the mid 90′s right when Pixar made their mark with their computer generated animated fil...
Full Review  | Grade: C

Mulan Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Mulan
"Mulan" was at the tail end of Disney's hand-drawn animation success and it seems as though it was one Disney's more underrated successes.  The music and songs are memorable and it...
Full Review  | Grade: B

Brother Bear Physical Media: Blu-ray Review
Brother Bear
When "Brother Bear" first hit theaters, it seemed that Disney was slipping quite a bit with their animated films but looking at it again with a little more age and wisdom adds a little somet...
Full Review  | Grade: C

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