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Jim Hall

Jim Hall's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
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FilmFour movie critic.

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Zoom (2006) 5% EDIT “As much fun as being bitten by radioactive spiders for 83 minutes.” – Film4 Jul 28, 2014 Full Review Fracture (2007) 72% EDIT “The villain is more interesting than the hero, but Fracture functions well enough as a fun piece of puzzle-solving.” – Film4 Oct 19, 2012 Full Review Mesrine: Part II - Public Enemy 1 (2008) 81% 3.5/5 EDIT “While Killer Instinct is certainly worth checking out, this is far more satisfying than its predecessor, working as a self-contained satire on crime, media and celebrity.” – Film4 Aug 29, 2009 Full Review 2.5/5 EDIT “A film that doesn't necessarily glamorise its subject, though it does seems worryingly enamoured by his achievements. This is ultimately closer to a slice of over-board entertainment than an insight into a despicable, if extraordinary man.” – Film4 Aug 7, 2009 Full Review Bedtime Stories (2008) 27% 1/5 EDIT “Appalling, hypocritical and dull. Imagine not watching this movie, then make that wish come true.” – Film4 Jan 5, 2009 Full Review Trade (2007) 33% 3.5/5 EDIT “Such difficult subject matter requires a harder-edged delivery, but hopefully this accessible drama will therefore get its message across to a wider audience.” – Film4 Dec 12, 2008 Full Review Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931) 91% 4.5/5 EDIT “While some of the dialogue and acting may now seem arch, this remains a standout take on the classic novel, visually inventive and often surprisingly strong given the era in which it was made.” – Film4 Dec 12, 2008 Full Review The Midnight Meat Train (2008) 70% 3/5 EDIT “Unfairly buried by its distributors in the US, this film takes what could have been a drab set-up and gives it some real bravado, energy and creativity.” – Film4 Oct 30, 2008 Full Review Quantum of Solace (2008) 63% 2.5/5 EDIT “A good thriller but the whole package is underwhelming, and no matter what changes are introduced to the franchise, underwhelming is something a Bond movie should never be.” – Film4 Oct 30, 2008 Full Review Swing Vote (2008) 38% 2.5/5 EDIT “Jolly enough but far, far too nice. A satire with no bite that seems much more like a chance to preach at an apathetic electorate.” – Film4 Sep 26, 2008 Full Review You Don't Mess With the Zohan (2008) 37% 1/5 EDIT “There's a broad theory that no matter how funny the comedy, 90 minutes is the point at which audiences have had enough. You Don't Mess With The Zohan trundles on for 113 minutes, none of them funny.” – Film4 Aug 15, 2008 Full Review Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) 18% 2.5/5 EDIT “There's still plenty of fun to be had with this addition to the saga, though it never escapes its origins in kids' TV. So long as you don't approach it expecting a traditional Star Wars movie, you'll stand a better chance of enjoying it.” – Film4 Aug 15, 2008 Full Review Prom Night (2008) 9% 1.5/5 EDIT “A caffeine-free horror that's just as dull, disappointing and dispiriting as attending a real high school prom.” – Film4 Jun 6, 2008 Full Review Iron Man (2008) 94% 3/5 EDIT “It's fantastic to see a superhero movie getting away from the navel-gazing to serve up overboard action with a knowing sense of humour.” – Film4 May 1, 2008 Full Review Bandit Queen (1994) 96% 3.5/5 EDIT “In comparison with most of the Indian cinema that breaks through to the Western mainstream, Bandit Queen stands out for its political attitude and willingness to take on Hollywood sensibilities in its storytelling.” – Film4 Apr 25, 2008 Full Review Risky Business (1983) 93% EDIT “De Mornay does sterling work as the helpful hooker, but this is Cruise's big chance, and he relishes it, putting in a believable and likeable performance.” – Film4 Apr 1, 2008 Full Review Children of Glory (2006) 92% 2.5/5 EDIT “A worthy subject and some impressive sequences, but Children Of Glory is a would-be epic emerging as a clumsy culture clash.” – Film4 Mar 14, 2008 Full Review Semi-Pro (2008) 23% 3/5 EDIT “Well worth a look but this isn't trying hard enough to be as dumb as it needs to be. Next time, Ferrell, less ambition please.” – Film4 Feb 29, 2008 Full Review Untraceable (2008) 16% 2.5/5 EDIT “Very enjoyable as a 'race against time' thriller and Lane is great as the weary but determined lead. It's just a shame that Untraceable's message is delivered in such a ham-fisted, hypocritical way.” – Film4 Feb 29, 2008 Full Review The Bank Job (2008) 79% 4/5 EDIT “Modern, engaging and smarter than most contemporary heist movies.” – Film4 Feb 29, 2008 Full Review Closing the Ring (2007) 32% 2.5/5 EDIT “Accomplished filmmaking used to tell a story that doesn't really need such a big canvas.” – Film4 Dec 28, 2007 Full Review Balls of Fury (2007) 22% 1.5/5 EDIT “Cut a ping-pong ball in half, draw a large black dot in the centre of each then carefully insert around your eye-sockets- you'll raise more laughs than this film manages.” – Film4 Dec 28, 2007 Full Review You Kill Me (2007) 79% 4/5 EDIT “A great cast and a great script make this a surprising recommendation as a first date movie.” – Film4 Dec 7, 2007 Full Review Fred Claus (2007) 20% 1/5 EDIT “You'll have a better time if you spend Christmas wedged up a chimney.” – Film4 Nov 30, 2007 Full Review Full Metal Jacket (1987) 90% EDIT “As taut and disciplined as its characters, Full Metal Jacket ranks with Dr Strangelove as one of Kubrick's very best.” – Film4 Oct 2, 2007 Full Review
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