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John Gallagher

We have 42 reviews by John Gallagher in the database: read them here.

Latest Film Reviews

  • Weapons Of Mass Deception (2004)
    Review preview for Weapons Of Mass Deception

    This is probably the closest to the truth we will ever get to what really sparked the war in Iraq.

    John Gallagher · 3 out of 5
    Documentary lifts the lid on media coverage of the conflict in Iraq.
  • Saw III (2006)
    Review preview for Saw III

    The biggest problem with Saw III is that it doesn't make the impact that a third and final instalment should make.

    John Gallagher · 2.5 out of 5
    Jigsaw's final game attempts to link the pieces in this blood-soaked franchise.
  • Pulse (2006)
    Review preview for Pulse

    The Americans have a way of destroying what could be an interesting, atmospheric story and instead opt to shove in as many SFX and wooden actors as they see fit.

    John Gallagher · 1 out of 5
    Teenagers are killed as they battle an evil website.
  • The Last Detail (1973)
    Ordered to take a young convict to prison, two Navy officers decide to help him have one last good time.
  • The Driver (1978)
    Review preview for The Driver

    The elements involved in creating this movie were well thought out and planned perfectly (just like the driver’s getaways).

    John Gallagher · 3 out of 5
    A detective hunts a getaway driver through the streets of San Fransisco.
  • The Sentinel (2006)
    Review preview for The Sentinel

    It's been done before and as predictable as watching an episode of Big Brother.

    John Gallagher · 2.5 out of 5
    US secret service attempts to foil a presidential assassination plot, while uncovering a traitor in its midst.
  • Hoodwinked (2005)
    Review preview for Hoodwinked

    I dare anyone not to enjoy this movie.

    John Gallagher · 4 out of 5
    The truth about Little Red Riding Hood.
  • Coast Guard (2002)
    Review preview for Coast Guard

    Shows the personal tragedy of war rather than how it affects a nation.

    John Gallagher · 3 out of 5
    A border soldier loses grip of reality after an accidental killing.
  • Miami Vice (2006)
    Cop duo Crockett and Tubbs ditch their 80s pastel suits to crack - pardon the pun - down on a gang of ruthless drug dealers in style.
  • Over The Hedge (2006)
    Review preview for Over The Hedge

    It hits all the right notes. It's cute, it's funny and the creatures and the backdrops are all amazing.

    John Gallagher · 3.5 out of 5
    More cartoon critters learn 'important' lessons.

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