The Ides of March

  • 2011


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Average Rating 3.8/5
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4.5
As for Clooney the director, hes at his best when working with actors, and hes got a great ensemble cast. Den Of Geek
3.8
The greatest credit goes to a widely agreeable set of performances. Indie Wire
4.0
The direction of events in the script may seem a tad predictable to fans of the genre but overall theres not a false note in the film. We Got This Covered
3.5
Despite this narrative misstep, The Ides of March still ranks as one of the seasons most intelligent and polished films. Austin Chronicle
4.5
But if theres a problem with the film, its that it doesnt really show how brilliant Meyers is at his job. Collider
3.0
But like its predecessor, Ides is entertaining but hardly memorable. Paste Magazine
3.8
The Ides of March tells me something I already knew: that the experience of running an American political campaign is crushing for body and soul.By th .. Rogerebert
3.0
Still, yesterdays news isnt without value, and this might hold up nicely as a period piece, when contemporary currency is fully out of sight. Telegraph
4.5
There will be better movies released this year, but maybe none more sophisticated and shrewd. Cinema Blend
3.0
Clooney is perfectly cast as a charmer with a dark edge, and Giamatti and Hoffman are excellent as two sides of the same tarnished coin. Ny Daily News
3.5
Sure enough, THE IDES OF MARCH is a well constructed, thought provoking drama, although I couldnt help but feel it was missing a certain something tha .. JoBlo
3.8
Contemporary American politics does a fine job of cheapening itself the script doesnt need this melodramatic varnish. The Globe And Mail
5.0
Never mind Christie.George Clooney is the guy who should be running for president. Philly
3.5
And, as messages of disillusionment go, Ides comes in a very slick package.Snappy writing, great cast. Philly
5.0
The Ides of March has more tension than Hollywoods latest action dramas but instead of watching vehicles in endless chases and explosions, we are enth .. Spirituality And Practice
3.5
For all of the timely questions rumbling through Clooneys film Is change even possible Does a good man stand a chance once incorporated into a hopeles .. Village Voice
4.4
But it is a smart and high minded one, wonderfully cast, with understated direction. Rogers Movie Nation
3.2
My vote for the film as a positive experience is because Im glad to see Hollywood is still capable of once in a blue moon forgetting about the bottom .. Sover
3.8
Political drama directed by George Clooney and starring Ryan Gosling as an idealistic young press secretary who gets caught up in the cynicism of a mo .. Blu Ray
3.8
Nothing seems overly dramatic or too much like a Hollywood thriller (there are no chase scenes). Combust Ible Celluloid
3.0
Unfortunately, the bare knuckle tactics of a Democratic primary battle have a way of dragging everyone down into the mud, and the movie ends on a note .. Chicago Reader
2.5
Even then, once the exploration of the political games staffers play ceases to have much meaning to the progression of the story, the screenplay remov .. Mark Reviews Movies
3.8
No cynicism is spared in this stylishly rendered tale of tarnished idealism and the cold heart of treachery. Usa Today
3.5
That may be true, but it doesnt make for very good entertainment. Lariat
3.8
Thats the tragedy of it the inevitable but sad, exhilarating but devastating tragedy of it. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
The acting is heavyweight, as are the moral questions about the personal cost of serving the greater good, which propel the story with an unstoppable .. Radio Times
4.5
The script is also quite good.While it lacks the spark and sparkle of what Aaron Sorkin (who penned the best of what The West Wing had to offer) might .. Screen It
3.0
The plotting is complex.No ones behaviour is ever quite what it seems. Independent
4.0
Merely surviving at this level of power requires compromise, deception and dirty tricks. Shadows On The Wall
3.5
Moneyball pushes the theory that baseball games arent won by the best players but rather by those who can just consistently get on base. The Wrap
3.0
This is largely the fault of the source material, which seems to labour under the delusion that its audience have a) never heard of The West Wing and .. View London
3.5
The film is actually fairly entertaining once you get past its overweening desire to be the bearer of bad tidings. Cs Monitor
3.0
Like a good politician, The Ides of March promises more than it delivers.A moody political thriller bursting with good intentions, the film veers unea .. Film Journal
4.0
Dont expect a Clooney vehicle, however (that comes later in the year, with The Descendants).In many ways this is Ryan Goslings movie. Az Central
3.1
The filmmaking is shallow but assured, the star charisma thoughtful but undimmed. Boston
3.1
Still, Goslings journey feels believable, despite the narrative potholes along the way. Boston
4.0
Instead, its simply a solidly made, beautifully acted drama that never seems quite the film this aggregation of talent suggests it should have been. Mountain X
3.8
The film unfolds like a procedural thriller, taking us into the inner world of double dealing and triple crosses. Star Tribune
4.2
No more could be told beyond this point about the plot of what is very much a suspenseful thriller. Emanuellevy
5.0
But is it better to win and deliver on half your pledges or retain your purity and achieve nothing Guardian
3.0
This handsome, solid campaign thriller paints its primary colours in darkening shades of grey. Guardian
3.8
Its a frightening combination, and one that leaves you feeling empty at the end, which may very well be the point: a cynical political fable for incre .. Q Network
5.0
For my money, The Ides Of March with its dark view of human nature and satisfyingly twisty plot is one of the most entertaining films ever made about .. Daily Mail
2.0
(For one thing, the Republican Party is virtually absent, even as an off screen presence; in the impossible fairyland this movie takes place in, whoev .. Slate
3.0
It is at face value a mature, thoughtful, intelligent thriller with some meat on its bones, handsomely crafted, with a big ticket ensemble cast. Empire
3.5
Susan Grangers review of The Ides of March (Columbia Pictures/Sony) Timely and thought provoking, writer/director/producer/star George Clooneys skepti .. Susang Ranger
5.0
Like the nonfossil fuel alternatives Mr. Clooney pushes in his campaign rhetoric, the adrenalin rush of The Ides of March provides a sexy alternative .. Observer
3.0
At a time when the real life political buffet serves up all sorts of scandals, is the one that pops up in the movie all that surprising Common Sense Media
3.0
Its bitterly entertaining to watch a man struggle to retain his soul, but if you decide to see it then itll be less for that than because youre a fan .. Movies
3.8
However, it is the movie to recommend to adults looking for something thats topical and intelligent and that will keep them guessing. Sf Gate
3.5
Clooney sees blustering bustle and edgy familiarity giant closeups of private conversations as the contrasts of political campaigns, which are, at hea .. Time
3.8
But the de dramatizing effects have a way of getting into everything. Slant Magazine
3.8
But director Clooney respects the pacing and the rhythms of another moviemaking era.The material may be shallow but its not shrill. Chicago Tribune
3.5
Its a solid thriller that could turn into a dark horse contender come awards season, but the movie is missing the sort of cutting edge that separates .. Bullz-Eye
3.5
This is an actors film first and foremost and Clooney elicits strong performances across the board. Reeling Reviews
3.5
This is an actors film first and foremost and Clooney elicits strong performances across the board. Reeling Reviews
4.5
This is a thrilling film in so many ways, much of which evolves from our sense that we simply cant see where its going to end up, and how its going to .. Flickfilosopher
3.0
After the diverting Good Night, and Good Luckand the underpowered Leatherheads, Clooney now offers us a perfectly competent study of the US presidenti .. The Irish Times
3.0
Its message about the corrupting influence of power is pretty basic, and its characters remain disappointingly shallow, but Clooney keeps the plot mov .. Las Vegas Weekly
4.0
8 things to watch out for this week Feature Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 multiplayer beta debuts on PS4, Monster Hunter World hits PC and Better Call Sau .. Total Film
4.4
The rich tapestry of finely acted characters enhances a compelling tale. ReelViews
5.0
Had writer/director George Clooney and his co scripters Grant Heslov and Beau Willimon injected The Ides of March with the intimate political convicti .. Hollywood Reporter
3.5
Alas, The Ides of March wears its ever bleeding heart on its sleeve. The Atlantic
4.0
The Ides of March is a gripping, political thriller packed with tremendous performances and supremely confident direction by George Clooney. Lyles Movie Files
4.5
Its an extremely well written script with twists rivaling the best thrillers, and in the end, thats what this is, a thriller. Tony Medley
3.2
The Ides of March is entertaining even if suspense barely builds and pay off revelations come with little surprise. Coles Mithey
2.5
But something feels wrong, the presentation is off in timing and emotion. Los Angeles Times
3.8
Stop me if youve heard this one: how can you tell when a politician is lying Groucho Reviews
3.8
On the other hand, at least this is a film with ideas it wants to convey. Aisle Seat
3.8
But I do think there is an audience that enjoys the modern day game of thrones..If youre one of them, youll probably welcome The Ides of March. Movie Habit
3.5
But what surprise me most about The Ides of March is its hermetic quality. Movie Habit
5.0
By keeping it to one party, it circumvents the pitfall of blaming one party or another for dirty trickery. 7M Pictures
3.8
The message is clear: You may start your political career looking like Gosling, but sooner or later youll turn into Giamatti.The obvious moral, though .. Oregon Live
3.5
Timely in the current political climate, this is a delicately coloured tale of changed perceptions delivered by a superlative cast. Urban Cine File
3.5
Clooney generously makes this Ryan Goslings show and the actor is more than up for it. Maki At The Movies
4.0
Put simply, its insights into the horse trading and moral compromises of modern politics arent terribly shocking. Mirror
4.5
Supporting this is Alexandre Desplats superb tonal tensions, consistently fine cinematography by Phedon Papamichael and cinematic mastery on all count .. Varia Gate
3.8
Its nevertheless still smart and solidly entertaining, thanks to one of the years top ensemble casts working at the top of its game. New York Post
3.0
THE IDES OF MARCH Whats interesting about George Clooneys new film (as a Director) is how similar it is to its subject matter: like American politics, .. Abc
3.1
In many ways the show belongs to Gosling, Hoffman and Wood, and the crackling performances help counteract the storys familiarity. Red Eye Chicago
3.8
Their chemistry together is palpable enough that they should star opposite each other next time in something not quite as bleak. Dustin Put Man
4.4
And its fine, it really is, with probably the best cast well see all year.It gets a lots of the details of the particular world it seeks to re create .. Ar Kansas Online
4.4
For the first thirty minutes or so of The Ides of March, I thought it was basically going to be an updated reworking of The West Wing, Aaron Sorkins e .. Christianity Today
5.0
Goslings Oscar quality performance proves particularly noteworthy, as the underrated actor exhibits a credible combination of cockiness and *naivete a .. News Blaze
3.5
Its a welcome addition to the canon of essential political films. Hollywood And Fine
4.2
Id strongly urge you to hand over a $10 donation and support The Ides Of March. It has my endorsement! The Film Pie
3.8
Whatever the case and despite its flaws, unlike the process of making sausage and legislation, it deserves to be seen. Js Online
3.0
A striking disappointment, the film barely works due to the sheer force of talent brought to it by the ensemble but its not even close to the landslid .. Hollywood Chicago
4.0
What might be more surprising is how unbelievably good the whole movie looks. ComingSoon
4.0
Tight as a drum and smooth as a snakeskin suit, this is a movie that harks back to golden days of the conspiracy thriller yet remains totally credible .. Sky
4.0
In the face of this, Meyers is torn between loyalty to his cause and choosing the path best for his soul, an excruciating decision which plays out sat .. What Culture
4.4
Still, this is intelligent filmmaking, and a provocative moral fable. Mercury News
3.1
And it tastes good, Myers replies with the least hint of a smile. Bitly
4.4
Is this going to be the dose of real, actual entertainment for which you were hoping when you paid for your ticket.Or is it going to be a partisan scr .. No La
5.0
George Clooney understands the tension between the ends and the means. The Ooh Tray
3.0
Despite the Shakespearean overtones of the title, The Ides of March doesnt focus its attention where its most needed: on whether Myers is about to sel .. Or Lando Weekly
3.5
HCII fails as a horror movie.There are no rousing frights, only blood and agony. reason
3.5
The Ides of March is like the charming, inoffensive candidate with some great ideas and an impressive brains trust. Streaming Quickflix
3.5
Thats less reflective of the filmmaking than the nature of the film. Wsj
3.5
The strong cast and Clooneys smarmy pol barbs notwithstanding, its a bit of a soap opera. East Bay Express
2.0
The Ides of March isnt stale, but it isnt fresh either. Theres nothing memorable. Theres nothing daring. The theme of The Ides of March is that ideali .. Tony Mack
3.5
But I dont think Clooney and Heslovs earnest sensibility jibes with Willimons shallow gamesmanship, and the sourness of the last act is more irritatin .. Ny Mag
4.4
Gosling is simply superb. Clooney does a masterful job of directing. Hoffman and Giamatti are believable in their roles turning this cinematic delight .. Entertainment Spectrum
4.5
With nothing else to take away your attention, you are focused on every wordevery nuanceevery hint of false flattery or earnest appreciation. Media Mikes
4.0
Its the best of both worlds for himand for us moviegoers.Shot in grays and blues with a muted, largely string and piano soundtrack, external impressio .. Theepoch Times
3.0
And there still museums with pay what you wish admission, if not every day, then on certain days weekly or monthly.You just have to know who offers wh .. New York Time Out
3.8
Real shame about the ending, but the rest of the movie is just marvelous. Reel Talk Online
4.5
Not at all.While I feel the title doesnt totally fit with the subject, this political thriller is crafted by some of the best in Hollywood. The Scorecard Review
3.5
Its ultimately less political thriller or election allegory than morality play in partisan dress. Stream On Demand At Home
3.0
Ides of March is a damn fine film, one of the years strongest, boasting powerful performances and an emotional wallop, but it would have been even bet .. Movies Ign
3.5
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4.4
While its message is dire, Clooney has fashioned a compelling entertainment that screams for reform. Illinois Times
1.5
They are totally convincing and give us a sense of what life on a campaign trail might be like and what someone needs to be good at that job.Clooney d .. Kpbs
2.5
By Eleanor Ringel CaterThe Ides of March doesnt deserve burying.But it doesnt exactly deserve praise, either (thank you, Marc Anthony).The title is so .. Saportare Port
3.5
The Ides of March is a collection of lovely things; a gorgeously shot character study filled with wonderful performances ably structured by Clooney. The Diva Review
4.0
But for anyone craving an intelligent tale, told without cinematic gizmos, The Ides of March is likely to get the bums on seat vote. Liver Pool Echo
2.5
Despite the puddles, it all seems a little too clinical. Its Giamatti and Hoffman who turn up to chew the scene, intensely yet effortlessly, and its o .. Bangkok Post
3.5
But mostly this is just a solid piece of work from everyone involved, and worth it just to see a group of actors of this calibre all delivering fantas .. D Cist
3.5
Clooney makes procedurals.Procedurals are, at their heart, boring. Cines Nark
4.0
But the movie itself has no party flag to wave or political axe to grind, just a terrific story of intrigue, blackmail and drive to do whatever it tak .. American Profile
4.0
While the story elements are familiar and the overall outlook highly cynical, the execution and acting are all top notch. The Reel Deal
2.5
As a political thriller, Ides functions just fine, even if it does leave a few holes in the story. Sign On Sandiego
3.5
A movie that is well crafted and well acted has value for those reasons alone. Maki At The Movies Blogspo ..
5.0
Clooney and co writer Grant Heslov capture this trend with chilling accuracy. Franks Reel Reviews
3.2
The Ides of March is classy, intelligent, lovingly crafted and serious minded entertainment by talented, well meaning people. Yahoo Movies
5.0
As a director, he has never been more self assured, giving this political morality play the pacing of a gut wrenching thriller which is underscored dr .. Easy Reader News
3.1
The crackling dialogue and gutsy performances barely keep ahead of an impending sense of redundancy, rolling in like an inevitable tide, reminding us .. Ticket Sarasota
5.0
A brilliant political thriller about strategy, loyalty and idealism that is willing to unmask candidates who build their campaigns on slogans, not pol .. Breit Bart
3.5
If more than several hours pass without your comment being approved, it has likely been blocked for some reason, so please feel free to try posting ag .. Ebert Presents
3.5
Ides of March isnt great, but at least its director and star actually cares about politics, history and memory. In These Times
4.2
Its a fable of moral urgency, a savvy lament, and a thriller of ideas that goes like a shot. Feeds
4.5
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