Half a year in the dark.

Much like I did last year, here's my mid-year report card:

Alpha Dog: B; a little harrowing, but rich with entertainment and fine acting
Black Snake Moan: A-; sensitive (if unconventional) drama
Catch and Release: B-; decent comedy-drama, if not really my thing
Disturbia: B; okay thriller
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer: B; fairly engaging, if unremarkable, sequel
1408: B+; delightfully spooky chiller
Grindhouse: B+; long but fun throwback to bygone era
Hot Fuzz: A; exceptional take-off of buddy cop movies
(The) Invisible: B-; interesting premise, but (nearly) botched execution
Live Free or Die Hard: A-; just what it should be: exciting, fun
Meet the Robinsons: A; underrated Disney feature
Norbit: C+; has its moments, but I've seen better
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End: A-; long but amusing, hugely enjoyable
Ratatouille: A-; another charmer from Pixar
Reno 911!: Miami: B+; if you've seen the show, what can I tell you?
Smokin' Aces: B+; well-done ensemble actioner
Spider-Man 3: B; has its moments, but...what the hell happened?
Vacancy: B; solid (and surprisingly brief) thriller