John Powers

Film critic John Powers reviews "Bob Roberts," directed by and starring Tim Robbins. Powers says it takes courage to make a political movie today, but Robbins' effort lacks nuance.

The new movie, about a lovestruck private-eye, also stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Andrew Bergman. Film critic John Powers has this review.

Film critic John Powers of the L.A. Weekly reviews "The Best intentions," a three-hour film based on Bergman's parents' troubled relationship.