What Critics Said About 1996’s ‘The Cable Guy’
In 1996, Jim Carrey took home a record paycheck when he made 'The Cable Guy.' What did critics think of… Read More
They Said What?! is a recurring column in which Chris Coffel explores the highs and lows of film criticism through history. How did critics feel about a certain movie at the time, and do we see it differently now?
In 1996, Jim Carrey took home a record paycheck when he made 'The Cable Guy.' What did critics think of… Read More
James Wan and Leigh Whannell burst onto the scene in 2004 with their twisty morality tale about a killer that… Read More
'Mortal Kombat' is a cheesy, brainless fighting flick, but it proved that video game adaptations have a proper place in… Read More
'Silent Night, Deadly Night' created a stir in 1984 for its offensive portrayal of Santa Claus. Three decades later and… Read More
'Speed Racer' was a panned flop when it released in 2008. But these days the Wachowskis' live-action anime has started… Read More
The film that nearly derailed the 'Halloween' franchise is now one of the most popular entries in the series. Read More
At the time of its release, this John Carpenter film received middling reviews. These days it's considered an underrated gem. Read More
'Batman Forever' was written off by many as too campy at the time of its release, but is it actually… Read More
In 2005, Tom Cruise faced off against aliens in a film ripe with 9/11 imagery. We explore how its critical… Read More