Sentences with phrase «tony tearjerker»

The lighthouse in Derek Cianfrance's tony tearjerker The Light Between Oceans is a multipurpose symbol, amenable to the interpretive gymnastics of hustling English majors and film critics alike.

Prediction: Palatability generally matters more than clout when it comes to the Foreign Language category, where the latest from world - cinema giants are often bested by tony tearjerkers with blue - hair appeal.