afradley2
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| Name | Amber F |
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| Gender | Female |
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| Age | 35 |
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| Actor: | Kirsten Dunst,Chloe Sevigny,Scarlett Johannson,Joseph Gordon-Levitt.and many more |
| Director: | Larry Clark,Harmony Korine,Sofia Coppola,Joel Shumacher,Tod Solondz,Catherine Hardwicke,Kimberly Peirce ,and many more. |
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Things about me uum,you could say i'm mad about movies absolutely love them i would watch anything to see if it was any good.
Love music too as long as it's not R&B or Rap. Fav TV shows include Smallville/Supernatural/Heroes/CSI Las Vegas/Bones/Weeds/L Word/Gossip Girl/Greys Anatomy/The Apprentice/Dragons Den/ PLEASE DON'T ASK ME TO ADD U AS A FRIEND IF U HAVE NOTHING ON YOUR PROFILE,ALSO I'M NOT HERE FOR RANDOM CHAT,I DON'T HAVE MSN OR YAHOO EITHER SO PLEASE DON'T ASK FOR IT!!!.THANX.  |
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Shortbus
Unrated
this tells the story of a group of people in their relationships and what they are looking for ,the sex therapist who has never orgasmned,the gay couple who want an open relationship after 5 years of togetherness,the dominatrix who wants a normal life,they all find what their looking for at Shortbus,very funny and very tragic too,i really enjoyed it.(quite sexually explicit).
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Black Snake Moan
R
Lazarus(Samuel l Jackson)rescues a young woman beaten & left on the side of the road,the woman Rae(Christina Ricci)who has been a victim of chilhood sexual abusedevelops a reputation around town for having an itch for sex,Lazarus holds Rae prisoner to cure her of her wicked ways.Christina Ricci gives a believable performance as does Samuel L Jackson the best iv'e seen from him since Pulp Fiction.Highly recommended i thoroughly enjoyed it.
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All About Lily Chou-Chou
Unrated
Amazing film,tells the story of Yuichi a teenage boy who's life sees him dealing with violence,bullying,& alienation in the world around him,his one escape however from reality is that of Lily Chou-Chou's world a pop star who has her own website were Yuichi feels free from the clutches of the real world and is able to express his true self through her music.Shows a harsh look at adolescence and what some people have to do to survive it,not everyone is as lucky.one of a kind highly recommended.
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Down in the Valley
R
Ed Norton at his best i loved this movie also stars Evan Rachel Wood .Harlen(Ed) by chance meets tobe a bored teen looking for some attention,everything seems great until her father decides he dosn't want him around his family,a shattering end occurs won't give it away,highly recommended.
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My Summer of Love
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Great performances a dreamy expirience of a cool summer.Mona and Tamsin meet on the moors of their quiet Yorkshire village,the pair soon forge an intense unlikely friendship,the pair try desperately to escape their lives,Phil Mona's brother sets out to save them taking God into his life.Mona just wants to save phil.
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Little Fish
R
this was excellent, star performance from Cate Blanchet,best movie iv'e seen in a while .Blanchet plays a rcovering heroin addict who is trying to make something of her life ,unfortunately the past catches up with her and things go bad ,a must see.
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I recommend you see...
Wizard Of Gore
by Quintoposted 26 minutes ago -
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Penelope
by QuintoThe fairy-tale angle of the film is pretty cute and entertaining, though the romantic one is certainly uneven. Still, Christina Ricci looks very adorable. I just kept wanting to have eskimo make-out sessions with her. I also really liked the wardrobe and the production.
This isn't an intense, life-changing film - but to everybody who has ever been in love with Christina Ricci, this is the cutest she's ever looked.
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The Dark Knight
by DavidTo start off here. I've been a Batman fan since I was child. I do remember reading all of the comics I could get my hands on. As with most kids I had alot of comics I would read but Batman was always the top pick for me. He was the one that was real to me. No superpowers, just a ordinary man who has built up his mind and body to perfection in a attempt to rid Gotham City of the kind of criminal element that took his parents away from him as a child. I do remember thinking of Batman as I was reading the comics back then ( and I still do) that maybe in his mind he figures that if he puts away enough villians that in the end he will get to see his parents alive one last time. A kids way of thinking I guess but thats one thought I had from my childhood about him that always stuck with me. Then in my teens the film series started. The previous film series started out promising with Batman 1989, not a great film but a good start. Each film that followed got worse until we hit the lowest of the low with" Batman And Robin" a film so bad that I haven't been able to sit through the entire thing to this day. I have to admit things looked bleak for the Batman live action films . To me I could at least say I had the animated series to fall back on and the great animated film " Batman Mask Of The Phantasm" which anyone who hasn't seen this film should check it out as soon as possible. Then Christopher Nolan entered the picture and helped bring life back to the Batman live action films. I will begin my Dark Knight review with this, hype can be the undoing of an undeserving movie. And I've never seen a movie in my lifetime with more hype than The Dark Knight ( maybe except for Batman 1989). Between the return of The Joker and Two-Face to the big screen, the tragic death of Heath Ledger and the fact that it was following one of the most realistic and best comic based movies ever, the pressure was on Chris Nolan and his cast to deliver. And not only did they, but they hit it out of the park. The plot was finely crafted to make every scene, every character, important to the film. To make a long story short and simple, Harvey Dent is trying to clean up Gotham through the "proper" channels, basically acting as Batman's lawful counterpart. The Joker, however, would rather watch the city burn (figuratively). Heath Ledger dissolved into the sick, twisted role in a way I've seen very few actors do and deserves to be commended, regardless of his untimely passing. Its been a while since I could say that something made my skin crawl until The Joker tells the story (or at least A story) of how he got his facial scars. That along with the pencil trick which made me jump in my seat.
Gotham's need for a hero is glorified in this film. And so is it's hate for that same hero. A masked hero is not a hero at all. He is more like a vigilante who is to be arrested on sight. For it is he who has brought darkness upon them. Hence, they await a 'White Knight'. One who does not need to hide his face from the people. One whose identity is known by all and sundry. One who fears nothing. We find ourselves witnessing sacrifice. Then again, it isn't merely the sacrifice of a person, or even many, for the sake of something good in the end. It is the sacrifice of oneself.
The genius of Christopher Nolan brings to us the sequel of Batman Begins, a revamp to the entire saga of Batman on the big screen. A film that helped change the way the entire world looked at comic book superheroes. The Dark Knight succeeds in taking it not just one, but a couple of steps further. Christian Bale is still the same under that black mask. Heath Ledger's portrayal of The Joker is not just terrifying or shocking, it is beyond belief. That voice, that walk, that laugh! It is nothing short of haunting. Then there is Aaron Eckart, playing Harvey 'Two-Face' Dent, who is just as good. Everyone in this film is spot on. Everything about it is a revelation.
It's two and a half hours long. The dialogue is gripping. It is absolutely magnificent seeing something like this on the big screen. The entire concept of Batman wanting to go back to becoming Bruce Wayne and be done with his superhero days, and how he tries to achieve that by glorifying Harvey Dent, the DA of Gotham City, goes deep into the character of Bruce Wayne. Bruce Wayne is, after all, only human. The character of The Joker, his want to give Gotham a 'better class of criminal', to prove that 'when the chips are down, civilized people will eat each other' shows us an entire different side of the common people.
Going back to The Joker, he is perhaps the most complex villain created in comic book history and giving him a simple 'bad guy' tag would not be doing justice to him. The wonders they have done with him is unbelievable. He robs millions of dollars only to burn it. He is indeed a man one 'does not understand'. He is one who 'just want to watch the world burn'. The film is a work of art, often obscure. The sequences have been made with the utmost attention to detail, the last 45minutes being absolutely outstanding.
While Heath deserves the most attention for the Joker, the rest of the cast deserves some extra praise. Christian Bale is excellent as both playboy Bruce Wayne and the dark knight. Aaron Eckhart plays the ying to Batman's yang until the accident that scars him, turning into a madman with a purpose. Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman both show their old charm and Maggie Gyllenhaal steps in and does a very good job replacing Katie Holmes. To sum up here since I feel I might be rambling, this is an epic comic book masterpiece that I feel fans and even non fans of Batman will enjoy. Simply one of the bestHey, you should really see this!
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The Bank Job
by QuintoJason Statham steps back from his usual ass-kicking, car-chasing, explosions-surviving persona and lets a good, solid story deliver the thrills and suspense that keeps you glued to the screen.
To every Jason Statham hater, trust me, this is different.
posted 3 days ago -
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by QuintoEverything looks shiny and brand-new; the cast is dynamic and easy to look at, but the fun comes and goes way too fast and the story doesn't really grab you until the last half hour of it's two-hour running time. Also, the two asian supporting characters were more interesting than its leads and they didn't get enough screen time.
The trailers are more fun and have a better story than the final product.
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The Dark Knight
by K JOnce upon a time, Batman Begins was my all time favorite Batman movie. Not anymore... Enter The Dark Knight----PHENOMENAL!!!
It is rare that a much hyped film lives up to or surpasses that hype. TDK more than equals all the hype presented months leading up to its release. With much anticipation and high expectations, this film delivered all I wanted and more.
Plot details are best left for viewing, but if you truly listen to the dialogue in TDK, you will understand that from a comic book genre film, a masterpiece has arisen. Christopher Nolan has perfected the art of putting the comic book on screen. Jonathan Nolan has written a script which knows no boundaries.
Christian Bale is Batman. Bale captures Batman/Bruce Wayne in a way no actor before him ever could. Oldham, Morgan, and Caine reprise their respective roles from Batman Begins and add great flavor to the film. Eckhart shines as Harvey Dent and Gyllenhall is a nice replacement as Rachel Dawes. The chemistry between all the actors help Nolan create a world which works beautifully.
Heath Ledger- the Joker...WOW ... mere words cannot describe what Ledger brought to this character. The level to which Ledger took the Joker is almost incomprehensible. No comparison to those who have played the role before as it would be like comparing apples to oranges. Ledger owns the Joker, and most likely no one will ever take that ownership away. Anyone would be foolish to even attempt. Ledger's performance alone is enough reason for anyone to see this film. Will he receive an Oscar nod? He should for this is one of the most brilliant roles ever portrayed on screen.
The plot, the acting, the directing, and the cinematography are blended seamlessly in TDK. The film is easily the best film of 2008 to date. The action and drama, the darkness of the film itself all make this much, much more than a comic book adaptation. This is the must see film of the decade.Prepare yourself to be blown away.... TDK rises above any which have come before it. (Seeing this in IMAX is magnificent and highly recommended!)
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The Kids Are Alright (1979)
by Marcusgreat concert movie.always thought keith moon was 1 of the best drummers in the world.
Hey, you should really see this!
posted 5 days ago -
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by CreepNow this was one scary and frightful movie. Very believable and nerve-wracking. Nail-biting and suspenseful. An eerie movie that will have you jumping out of your seat. This movie defines horror. One of the best horror films of 2007.
I highly recommend this movie to any true horror fan out there!!
You definitely should see this movie! Scary stuff!
posted 6 days ago -
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Them (Ils)
by CreepThis movie was not the least bit scary to me. The Strangers was way scarier. I don't care that "Them" is based on a "supposedly" true story. I looked everywhere for it and there's nothing that comes even close to what these directors described. I understand that most horror movies "based" on a true incident are far fetched to begin with, but this being based on a "true case" could've been the only thing to save this movie, and make it even remotely scary. "The Strangers" comes closer to a true incident than this does. The "Keddie Cabin Murders(www.cabin28.com)", although not thoroughly explained in The Strangers story wise, is a completely and utterly frightening tale. At the end of "Them" it explains that one of the "actual" killers did this evil deed simply because, and they quote "They wouldn't play with us". Scary right? One good thing this movie had going for it. Well I thought so too only if that were true. I later found out that the whole ending was fabricated by the directors. Again, not saying that this "true story" label being a lie is what makes this movie so bad. It's just that only if it were really "true" would I look at this bore fest in a different light, but on the contrary it's still a sloppy mess on the surface. No real thrills, no nail-biting suspense, not even a good build up. Yes it's true, the acting was good and there's some pretty decent atmosphere, but story wise this blows. As a director it's your job to tell a story through particular shot choices and keep the movie at a certain pace. No matter how many good actors or directors of photography you have, it's up to the director to be able to carry all of this material well. This movie had a lot of prime key elements, and it could've been something really good, but it was just executed very poorly. Nothing here was even convincing enough to send real chills, and to be "truly" scary it must be very believable(I partly blame the lame "sewer ending" for destroying that part). Anyways stick to The Strangers. A much better movie in every way possible.
Read my review. I really DID NOT like this movie at all...
posted 6 days ago -
I recommend you see...
Breakin' 2 - Electric Boogaloo
by QuintoI have to be the proudest owner of this sequel, the one destined to rule them all. Everything horrible that ever came out of the 1980's was super glued into the most generic of stories with performances that would make Pia Zadora look like an Academy Award darling. Still, you can't help but love all the cheese.
Hey, at least it's better than Lambada and Roller Boogie!
posted 7 days ago -
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The Spirit of the Beehive (El Espíritu de la colmena)
by QuintoThis film will be in my head for days and days after seeing it. Simple and slow, but deeply moving and captivating.
Hey, you should really see this!
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The Blob (1988)
by CreepGory and action packed remake! A very fun 80's horror/sci-fi film. Good (goofy)acting, well written, great cinematography, faced paced and filled with gooey slime and tons of bloody outrageous moments. This remake destroys the original. The effects here are very well done too, given that this was made in the 80's, and it never gets too cheesy like most horror films of it's time. The best part I have to say, is when the guy gets sucked down the drain alive, literally his whole body down one little drain. Fu**ing classic!
This movie isn't scary, so don't expect any real chills here. It's just a fun, exciting and gory horror film that's not meant to be taken too seriously. I mean come on, how can you take a movie about a killer jello-like substance running amok serious in the first place? You shouldn't. But it's still damn fun as hell and entertaining to watch. I highly recommend this movie if you haven't seen it yet!
Great movie. If you haven't seen it yet(and you're a horror fan) then you definitely should!
posted 8 days ago -
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Azumi
by CreepAzumi and Versus is why I'm so excited to see The Midnight Meat Train. This director, Ryuhei Kitamura, has a niche for creating some kick ass style in all his movies. Azumi is loaded with tons of cool, well choreographed action. Lots of interesting(and funny) characters. Plenty of drama, lots of humor, and much stylized violence with blood spraying all over the place. This movie is great. And the final battle scene, I must say, is unbelievably breathtaking. It literally sent chills down my spine. This girl kicked some major fu**ing ass!
Azumi was originally given an NC-17 rating, and although it is pretty violent, I believe the NC-17 rating was given for a rape scene that was later cut out. The blood here does flow, but it's not like it's in your face every 5 seconds. I also believe that The Midnight Meat Train is Ryuhei Kitamura's first American made movie. I just hope it's as good as some other pervious horror reviewers make it out to be. I hear The Midnight Meat Train is suppose to be insanely crazy and twisted. Can't wait to see it!
Anyways, I highly recommend Azumi! Get your hands on this movie as soon as you could.
Definitely see this movie!
posted 8 days ago -
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Sleepaway Camp
by QuintoOkay, I just can't stop watching this film. This is better than so many other slasher films and it has it's reasons:
1.- Obviously, the ending. But not only the shocking resolution, but the last shot of the film is one of the creepiest I have ever seen.
2.- The killer doesn't conform with slicing and dicing, but rather looks for other ways to end the victim's lives. So creative, in fact, that only one death has something of blood in it.
4.- Talking of deaths, the curling iron.
5.- Judy, the megabitch in this film. She's so deliciously evil, she could face any Heather and win.
6.- Aunth Martha. I don't know what her deal is or how her brain functions, but she's awesome and thanks to her, there's a Sleepaway Camp.A lesser known 80's slasher film that definitely owes it to the Friday the 13th series, except it's better.
posted 8 days ago -
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Whale Rider
by ChrisPai wants to learn the ways of being the chief of their tribe along with the boys but her grandfather doesn't want her to just because she is a girl. She still loves his grandfather despite their disagreements. This film of spirituality and empowerment is a uplifting, tearjerking and powerful masterpiece with memorable scenes, beautiful sights and lovable characters. The last scenes will more or less bring most of its audience to tears.
Hey, you should really see this!
posted 10 days ago -
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Swoon
by ChrisI am glad that this isn't as surreal as people say it is. This is a film that judges Leopold and Loeb not because of their sexuality and identity but because of their immoral choices. It doesn't see their acts of homosexuality as a perversion but it sees them as parts of their identities. Not as artistic as but more interesting than the film Poison, this is a great and important part of the New Queer Cinema.
Hey, you should really see this!
posted 10 days ago
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