David Ansen

We define ourselves, in part, by the discriminations we make. The value of what we love is enriched by our read more

We define ourselves, in part, by the discriminations we make. The value of what we love is enriched by our understanding of what we dislike.

It's one of the most emotionally eloquent performances of the year. It shows how Hollywood has just scratched the surface read more

It's one of the most emotionally eloquent performances of the year. It shows how Hollywood has just scratched the surface of her talent.

The plethora of special effects -- some dazzling, some clumsy -- make "Harry Potter" at times resemble a generic Hollywood read more

The plethora of special effects -- some dazzling, some clumsy -- make "Harry Potter" at times resemble a generic Hollywood horror movie. That three-headed dog that stands guard over a treasure was better left to the imagination. . .

The world has lost its quintessential romantic icon.

The world has lost its quintessential romantic icon.

Superbly marketed, Pearl Harbor is the very model of a modern blockbuster. Will it matter that almost nothing about its read more

Superbly marketed, Pearl Harbor is the very model of a modern blockbuster. Will it matter that almost nothing about its human drama rings true?