Million Dollar Arm

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  • 2014


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Average Rating 3.1/5
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2.5
It offers plenty of sideline pleasureslike seeing Jon Hamm do his disaffected Don Draper stare while watching Susan Boyles performance on Britains Got .. Av Club
1.5
Million Dollar Arm quickly gets on the rails of its classic underdog narrative and doesnt deviate once there. Den Of Geek
1.5
Look, you could do worse than pass two hours with Million Dollar Arm; its reasonably well made (by Lars and the Real Girl and Fright Night director Cr .. Den Of Geek
3.0
Like those emotionally charged dramas, the film is as safe as it surefire entertainment. We Got This Covered
3.5
Its a Cinderella story that wastes its energy on what makes the evil stepmother tick. Austin Chronicle
1.5
Which isnt to say studio execs arent gleefully anticipating one billion potential movie ticket buyers, too.) Austin Chronicle
3.0
What keeps you watching is the charisma of the performers: Hamm does an amiable riff on his Don Draper persona (hes cynical before the big melt), Lake .. Time Out
3.5
But these cliches are handled in such a deft manner by Gillespie as to make the overall package quite heartwarming. ETimes (TOI)
3.5
Million Dollar Arm is cute, cloying, simplistic, borderline offensive ... and thoroughly effective. Vulture
2.5
It may earn a few runs early in the game, but is far from a satisfying grand slam of family entertainment. Rogerebert
3.1
Theres no denying the feel good vibes of a well crafted athletic drama... But the story of two Indian strong arms shipped from Mumbai to Major League .. IGN
3.0
The film could have given Bill Paxton more to do as an intriguingly gentle, old school coach, and theres nothing wildly unpredictable on offer here, b .. Telegraph
2.0
Million Dollar Arm ... can never outrun the fact that its basic approach to its subject matter is flawed. Cinema Blend
3.0
Director Biyi Bandeles sense of tension here is solid and accomplished, though a few too many actual newsreels are mixed in as narrative shorthand. Ny Daily News
3.0
The result is a harmless feel good film that is enhanced by winning performances from its Indian stars. Screen Rant
3.1
Its a soft and sweet story, a small film about big, honest ideas, about dreaming a dream.Its charming and inspirational. The Globe And Mail
5.0
The high caliber cast manages to infuse even the melodramatic moments of this saga with memorable impact. Spirituality And Practice
3.2
The former brings a welcome measure of strength and straightforward gravitas to House. One Guys Opinion
2.5
Arkin is barely in the film.And the Indian guys are never more than cute borderline caricatures. Rogers Movie Nation
3.2
Its a charmer, but not an especially original one, and those on the hunt for more challenging fare should seek their summer entertainment elsewhere. Blu Ray
2.5
The movie was inspired by the real life experiences of agent J.B. Bernstein, but the story stretches all the way back to Disneys Jan Michael Vincent c .. Chicago Reader
2.5
Its of little surprise that the movie has its priorities so out of sort. Mark Reviews Movies
3.1
REVIEWS: The latest movie reviews from USA TODAY TRAILERS: Coming soon to theaters Better than some inspirational sports movies, due mostly to its hum .. Usa Today
2.8
Although this film is based on a true story, it looks as if the facts were smashed to a paste which was then molded into the exact shape of a typical .. Lariat
2.2
The film paints all the numbers the right color, but it does so without passion or joy. Eric Ds Nider
3.5
It might not be a cinematic grand slam that would get spectators jumping up and down in delight, but its clearly an outing that most everyone can imme .. Screen It
3.0
In its own gently comical way, Million Dollar Arm plays up the misunderstandings between Hollywood and India as well as the mutual fascination. Independent
3.1
But youre missing the point and the fun.Like Invincible and Miracle, Million Dollar Arm mines the potent appeal of the underdog in athletics. Rolling Stone
3.5
Still, this based on a true story underdog tale is infectiously determined to make you fall in love with it, like a mangy dog that plops its head in y .. The Wrap
3.1
Hamm has charm, Bell adds bite and the whole thing passes muster despite its offenses. News Day
3.2
Predictable isnt the worst thing a movie can be.Predictable can be comforting. Cs Monitor
4.0
Producers Mark Ciardi and Gordon Gray have delivered four previous upbeat sports movies for Disney: The Rookie, Miracle, Invincible and Secretariat. Film Journal
2.0
Yet despite the involvement of talented writer Tom McCarthy and celebrated composer AR Rahman, Craig Gillespies by numbers schmaltzathon never transce .. The Guardian
2.0
A cold, hard business story, reshaped by Disney into a warm, fuzzy hug. The Guardian
3.0
But in reality it is a movie about a selfish man discovering through mistake after mistake what is truly important in life, and since that man is play .. Az Central
1.5
Instead, with time to kill, the film resembles a long car ride, with McCarthy and Gillespie producing the closest approximations to excitement possibl .. Npr
4.0
Million Dollar Arm is a baseball movie that pulls off a smooth triple play. Star Tribune
3.2
But thats the thing about schmaltz: Just because you can see it coming doesnt mean you can resist it. Ew
1.5
Its protagonist is a smarmy grown up manchild protagonist, lost in a highly uninnocent grade of narcissism, whom even the charismatic Hamm cant render .. Salon
2.0
Despite the authenticity of the source material, genuine inspiration is rare and fleeting. Flim List
4.0
Very funny underdog comedy thats genuinely heartwarming and full of charm. Empire
3.5
Based on true events, this is a heartwarming, uplifting, feel good family film in the popular Disney underdog sports genre. Susang Ranger
3.0
Overall this is a fine family sports drama with a feel good message. Common Sense Media
2.5
In fact, very little of the comedy raises even a smile.Part of the problem is that its difficult to see JBs efforts as worth it. Sf Gate
3.5
If youve seen the trailer for Million Dollar Arm or Jerry Maguire Meets Slumdog Millionaire youve seen the movie. Boston Herald
1.9
Its prefab Disney product: shallow, unchallenging pablum struck through with uplifting sentiment and the usual tiresome lessons about family, faith, a .. Slant Magazine
3.8
Except this particular tale has its roots in a real life story first brought to light by sports producers Neil and Michael Mandt. Washington Post
4.0
The result is an increasingly absorbing drama with some nice comedy and an engaging romance; not quite as emotional as it could be, perhaps, but well .. Express
3.5
But its ultimately the performances, and Gillespies smooth, assured direction that brings the film around all the bases. The Film Stage
3.8
The film combines factual characters with fictional ones and keeps the sentimental uplift to a refreshingly tactful minimum. Chicago Tribune
2.5
An unusual story and sharp talents have been put through the Disney family film machinery and come out flattened into formula. Boston Globe
2.8
Laura Clifford Robin Clifford Sports agent JB Bernsteins (Jon Hamm) business is hanging on signing Popo (Rey Maualuga) with a new low cost strategy co .. Reeling Reviews
5.3
It tells its story well and, being a PG rated Disney film, should entertain an underserved audience. Blogs Indie Wire
2.5
Its perfect fodder for an ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, and it also turns out to be perfect fodder for a Disney feel good sports movie. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
Hamm and Bell keep this hooey light, but you cant lob a ball in here without hitting notes played better in Jerry Maguire and Slumdog Millionaire . Total Film
2.5
Its a little old fashioned.Unfortunately, its also a little boring. ReelViews
4.0
In the hands of Lars and the Real Girl filmmaker Gillespie and The Station Agent and Win Win writer director McCarthy, it should come as no surprise t .. Hollywood Reporter
2.0
Even the American Pie series has seen better transformation from jocks (yes, snigger on) to genial guys. Deccan Chronicle
3.5
Bernstein and company come up with two players, Rinku (Life of Pis Suraj Sharma) and Dinesh (Madhur Mittal), and bring them back to L.A., where the mo .. Los Angeles Times
3.5
But even at its broadest, the movie is careful to afford its Indian characters a certain fundamental dignity and, in another intelligent move, allows .. Variety
3.5
Benedict Cumberbatch Wants You To Know He *Is* The Motherf*cking Grinch The Grinch star takes Mike Ryan through the final scenes of Avengers: Infinity .. Hit Fix
3.5
Its not brilliant or daring, but its got genuine heart and offers some new approaches to a pretty cliched genre. Forbes
1.9
The end result is a decent biopic that could and should have been better, with Robbies transformative performance trapped within the confines of an ov .. Reel Film
2.5
Million Dollar Arm never focuses on anything but its calculated marketing and formulaic plot, or bothers to take a look a real look at the interesting .. Nj
4.0
Though it doesnt offer much by way of freshness, Million Dollar Arm is about as enjoyable as a predictable film gets, thanks to a feel good mix of gen .. Hey U Guys
2.5
But theres that terrific soundtrack and watching Jon Hamm for two hours is hardly a waste of anybodys time. The Star
2.5
The potentially huge audience for Million Dollar Arm deserves a better movie, less derivative and cynical and more like something real.What a concept. Oregon Live
4.0
And even though its 123 minute running time might put some children to sleep, its a film the entire family can enjoy. Deseret News
2.5
It will suffice on a summer afternoon, will lift your spirits in exactly the way you expect, and it will leave your brain ten minutes later. Ner Dist
3.8
Accusing the film of being old fashioned is like accusing baseball itself of being old fashioned. Movies Tv Guide
2.5
Inspired by a true story, the movie is proof (if it indeed has stuck closely to the facts) that God writes lousy theater. Maki At The Movies
4.0
This might be in the ballpark of the Draper hard sell, but here nobodys buying it. Digital Spy
2.5
It works only as the most undemanding kind of wholesome family entertainment. New York Post
3.0
Altogether it makes for a pleasant, message laden film that the whole family can enjoy. Nz Herald
3.1
The biopic is charming and compelling, even when you know what pitch is coming. Kansas City
3.0
Oscar winning screenwriter Thomas McCarthy maintains a breezy wit throughout and remains firmly behind the wheel, juggling several characters emotiona .. Flicks
2.5
This Disney attempt to put an international spin on Moneyball delivers only the basics in a plot that needs details. Red Eye Chicago
3.0
Even if baseball remains a mystery to you, theres a lot to enjoy here. Independent Ie
1.9
Capsule Review Million Dollar Arm (2014) Directed by Craig Gillespie. Dustin Put Man
3.5
Based on a true story, this is one of those relentlessly uplifting Disney movies that mixes comedy and emotion to inspire and move the audience. Contact Music
3.5
Luckily, Gillespies cast can sell this kind of stuff with ease.Hamm flawlessly handles the transition from shark to sweetheart, arguing for a bigger c .. Film Racket
3.5
McCarthys script has an emotional honesty and a spareness to its expression that make it seem sincere rather than schmaltzy. Hollywood And Fine
3.2
Critics are like umpires: We call em like we see em.Sometimes we err, but mostly we get it right, especially when an alleged phenom like Million Dolla .. Patriot Ledger
1.5
J.B. doesnt feel like a real person, someone who might hang his career on two randoms from India. Ign
3.9
If youre looking for a summer blockbuster that delivers pure escapism for 2 hours without overstaying its welcome, Godzilla wont disappoint you. Nyc Movie Guru
3.8
This is a Disney movie, so there is a happy ending, and the real life characters appear in a montage over the closing credits. Js Online
3.0
For all its weaknesses, Tom McCarthys pliable screenplay works well as a showcase for its actors and as a delivery method for some inarguably charming .. Cinemix Tape
3.1
This movie is box office safe, a comfortable, predictable and mildly uplifting story given just enough spin and speed to get it across the plate. Daily Herald
3.0
The result is a fairly conventional film one that dutifully touches all the bases on its trip around the pre established formula but one that succeeds .. No La
3.5
Sure, its cliched, but its perfectly fine Sunday afternoon movie fare. Movie Mezzanine
2.5
It likes color.Million Dollar Arm is more a Disney film than a McCarthy film. Tony Mack
3.0
Sure, there are probably a few too many stereotypes throughout the film both on the Indian and the American sides but they do ultimately serve the pur .. Fat Guys At The Movies
4.0
Its a great film for sports fans and families.Be sure to stay through the credits; lots of fun things here. Review Express
4.5
The Indian actors are well cast and the audience is made to feel what they feel. Media Mikes
2.5
When it comes to sports movies, audiences love a feel good story. Columbus Alive
3.0
Screenwriter Thomas McCarthy should get some credit as well; while his script is too long, the dialogue is punchy enough to keep things humming, and h .. Blog Bullz Eye
3.1
This outing may not be a home run, but in a summer movie season dominated by monsters and machines, it deserves to be a solid hit. Us Magazine
4.0
Thomas McCarthy, who previously penned must see features like The Visitor and Win Win, does a strong job here in combining the aspects of a road trip .. Johnhanlon Reviews
3.5
It lacks for a socko ending spoiler alert, neither one wins a World Series game and it feels pretty marginal even as a feel good sports story. Honey Cutts Hollywood
3.8
But due to its good humor and terrific story, Million Dollar Arm is always engaging; its power lies in its feel good charm. Miami
3.1
If this sounds like the sort of fairy tale, feel good story that would make a good Disney film than you would be right. Illinois Times
3.2
A charming cast makes it succeed, but a lack of willingness to really push boundaries never lets it become anything more. Flixist
1.5
Million Dollar Arm is a competently made movie that has no control of its themes (theres no chance anyone involved thought they were making a movie ab .. Bad Ass Digest
3.0
But the emotional side proves the weakest because this movie never stops throwing pitches. O Canada
3.5
In baseball terms, Million Dollar Arm isnt a homerun but it is a solid double, and its a film that keeps you engaged and entertained throughout its tw .. Showbiz Junkies
3.8
The nominal prize is the heartfelt sentiment that transcends the line up of cliches. Paloalto Online
2.8
What happened to the old Hollywood Broadway notion that movies about cultural exchange should show it going both ways Oc Register
3.1
This movie is clueless and simple, but cheerful enough, itll wear away some cynicism. M Live
3.8
Singer and company leave this film with a myriad of promising plot possibilities and directions on where to go next, but what most intrigues is how an .. The Movie Report
3.1
Will the big investor stop writing checks when progress is not being made Dc5
3.5
Given its its male weepy genre, the inspirational sports movie based on a true story, Million Dollar Arm is surprisingly enjoyable. Arts Fuse
4.0
More cynical viewers might wish for a more cynical movie, a movie with more rough edges or tough breaks or dark corners. Neils Entertainment Picks
2.5
Everyone can throw a ball, but can they throw it accurately and fast.Everybody loves a competition. Hono Lulu Pulse
1.9
Its a fish out of water dramedy with little heart and or purpose. Co Ed
3.1
While flipping TV channels between an Indian cricket match and the star making clip of Susan Boyle on Britains Got Talent, he gets the idea to scour I .. Indy Week
3.0
But then in the subsequent hour or so, it gradually reveals just enough charm to overcome its many deficiencies, mostly in the storytelling department .. Cinephiled



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