Hammerle On… ‘Gone Girl,’ ‘The Judge’
Bob Hammerle says “The Judge” can’t be saved by the appearance of brilliant actors Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall and Vera Farmiga.
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Hammerle on … ‘The Skeleton Twins,’ ‘The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Them’
Bob Hammerle says “The Skeleton Twins,” which stars two people know for their comedy work, derives its strength not from comedy but the emotional connection of disturbed twins.
Hammerle On … ‘Get On Up,’ ‘The Drop’
Bob Hammerle says “The Drop” is worth seeing based on the performances of Tom Hardy and Noomi Rapace.
Hammerle On… ‘Land Ho!’ ‘Sin City: A Dame to Kill For,’ ‘The Trip to Italy’
Bob Hammerle says the stars of “The Trip to Italy” have no shame when they get together.
Hammerle On…’Guardians of the Galaxy,’ ‘Boyhood’
Bob Hammerle says there isn’t a mother who won’t shed a tear watching “Boyhood.”
Hammerle On … ‘Wish I Was Here,’ ‘Life Itself’
Bob Hammerle says “Wish I Was Here” is one of those overlooked films that answers the question, “Is there anything worth a damn playing in the theater?”
Hammerle On … ‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,’ ‘Begin Again’
Bob Hammerle says if you loved “Once,” then you should see “Begin Again.”
Hammerle On… ‘Obvious Child,’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’
Bob Hammerle says “How to Train Your Dragon 2” is a sequel with meaning and is an animated film that you should hunt down.
Hammerle On … ’22 Jump Street,’ ‘The Grand Seduction’
Bob Hammerle says if movie heroes are more irritable than loveable, no film can succeed. In “The Grand Seduction,” they were dedicated to a fraud that you sadly grew to resent.
Hammerle On…’The Fault in our Stars,’ ‘Chef’
Bob Hammerle suggests you see “Chef” before eating at a restaurant because you will warmly embrace every moment of that evening.
Hammerle On … ‘Belle,’ ‘Locke’
Bob Hammerle says buy a ticket for “Locke” and be prepared for a mesmerizing trip.
Hammerle on … ‘Le Week-End,’ ‘The Lunchbox’
Bob Hammerle says “The Lunchbox” is a tiny movie that reminds everyone that love is often found as a result of happy accidents.
Hammerle On … ‘The Railway Man,’ ‘Under the Skin’
Bob Hammerle says “Under the Skin” gives all aliens a bad name.
Hammerle On … ‘Nymphomaniac: Vol. 1,’ ‘Nymphomaniac: Vol. 2’
Bob Hammerle writes that despite these films being dominated by sex, they are not erotic in any fashion.
Hammerle On… ‘Noah,’ ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’
Bob Hammerle says the beauty of “Noah” is that it forces you to look into mankind’s soul. Our Creator has to be disgusted with our lack of progress.
Hammerle On … ‘Mr. Peabody & Sherman,’ ‘300: Rise of an Empire’
Bob Hammerle says the leader of the Persian naval fleet in “300: Rise of an Empire” is not the kind of woman you would bring home to your mother.
Hammerle On … ‘3 Days to Kill’ and ‘Non-Stop’
Bob Hammerle reviews two action movies where the heroes are aging, alcoholic men with lost hopes and dreams. Is there any question why both are male trial lawyers’ dream films?
Hammerle On … ‘The Lego Movie,’ ‘The Monuments Men’
Bob Hammerle believes “The Lego Movie” should be nominated for an Oscar next year.
Hammerle on … ‘American Hustle’ leads favorites for 2014 Oscars
It’s that time of the year when Bob Hammerle makes his Oscar picks. See if you agree with his choices.
Hammerle On … ‘Lone Survivor,’ ‘August: Osage County’
Bob Hammerle says “Lone Survivor” is a powerful, heartbreaking film that simply has to be seen.