Daily Archives: April 4, 1997

Chasing Amy - * * * 1/2*

Posted on April 4, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Kevin Smith finds redemption after his mainstream misfire Mallrats, and creates a finely crafted romantic comedy about a guy falling in love with a lesbian. Holden McNeil (Ben Affleck) and Banky Edwards (Jason Lee) are best friends and the creators … Continue reading →

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That Old Feeling - *

Posted on April 4, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

That Old Feeling is a one note comedy without a good note. When Molly (Paula Marshall) is getting married to a young politician, her wedding is the cause to reunite her divorced parents, actress Lily (Bette Midler) and author Dan … Continue reading →

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The Saint - 1/2*

Posted on April 4, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

It’s simply stunning how shockingly bad a movie is The Saint. Val Kilmer gives the title role a good effort, and co-star Elisabeth Shue is appealing, so why is the film so amazingly awful? The answer: one of the most … Continue reading →

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Inventing the Abbotts - * *

Posted on April 4, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Bland and flat, Inventing the Abbotts portrays small town life in the 1950s, but works better as a gallery for its young stars. The film focuses on two families in small town Haley, Illinois. The Abbotts are among the town’s … Continue reading →

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Double Team - 1/2*

Posted on April 4, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Dennis Rodman may be an intriguing personality on the basketball court, but his initial foray into the movies proves he should stay out. Double Team is a fairly standard Jean-Claude Van Damme action flick. As with Hard Target and Maximum … Continue reading →

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