John Powers, 1957-

December 20, 1996

04:29

A New Oscar-Contender Is a "Corny, Old-Fashioned Crowd Pleaser"

Film critic John Powers review the new Australian film "Shine." The story was inspired by the troubled life of classical pianist David Helfgott.

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December 13, 1996

05:36

Some Lighter Fare for Holiday Moviegoers

Film Critic John Powers reviews two new films that will open at select theaters today: "Jerry Maguire" and "Mars Attacks." He says they're both silly and pleasurable experiences.

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December 5, 1996

04:40

A Sense of Self-Righteousness Weighs Down "The Crucible."

Film critic John Powers reviews "The Crucible," the latest adaptation of Arthur Miller's Cold War-inspired play about the Salem witch trials.

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A New Oscar-Contender Is a "Corny, Old-Fashioned Crowd Pleaser"

Some Lighter Fare for Holiday Moviegoers

A Sense of Self-Righteousness Weighs Down "The Crucible."

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