Daily Archives: October 31, 1997

Critical Care - * * 1/2*

Posted on October 31, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Critical care is a hit-and-miss satire of the health care industry. It’s hits come in the form of a finely complex ethical dilemma. However, it misses when it veers off into blatant fantasy. Dr. Werner Ernst (James Spader) is a … Continue reading →

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Switchback - * 1/2*

Posted on October 31, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

SwitchBack is yet another “hunt the serial killer” film. It tries to apply a twist to the rapidly tiring genre, by mixing the traditional elements with a cross country road movie (something which was done with much greater success in … Continue reading →

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Red Corner - * *

Posted on October 31, 1997 by Madeleine Williams

Richard Gere’s views about China are well know. That is why when you see him starring in a film about China, such as Red Corner, you know it’s not likely to paint a flattering view. However, he could have made … Continue reading →

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