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Tears of the Sun
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A very entertaining action movie that tries a little too hard to have some substance. The substance doesn't really work so well but the action is quite awesome, and it works pretty well. Worth a rental for sure.
Underworld
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It's a lot of mindless, creative, and original fun. Action at it's best with pretty much no substance. If you like these kinds of movies than this is definetely a movie for you. If you can't stand movies with no character development then this might not be for you but you'll probably still have fun because it really is a grade A action flick. Lot's of fun, good times...
Letters from Iwo Jima
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A powerful war drama that gives a refreshing new look through the eyes of the enemy. Great film. Highly reccomended.
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The Godfather
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The best movie of all time. A great array of fantastic characters, and amazing Francis Ford Coppola direction guide the movie to greatness. An absolutely amazing film that's done perfectly. Everyone needs to see this movie.
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Saving Private Ryan
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This is Spielberg's best movie if you ask me. It's got some eye opening battle sequences that many others have tried to copy or emulate since, and only a few of them have touched spielberg's sequences. By touched I mean barely getting close to getting the same feel for their battle sequences. Not to mention the movie has some great writing and you pretty much care about all of the characters on the U.S. side. A tremendous achievment.
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The Matrix
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An awesome action sci-fi flick that is probably one of the best movies period of all time.
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American Beauty
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A great modern classic that absolutely deserved every award it won. An incredible film.
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Children of Men
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One of my all time favorites. An amazing sci-fi action movie that manages to be a gut wrenching drama, a nail biting thriller, and an unpredictable character driven plot. An unusual but an incredible combination of genre's that works, to the utmost. It also manages to pull off some amazing technical feat's including two, unbroken, 10 minute shots. An amazing film.
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Schindler's List
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A monumental film that will be watched for years, possibly even centuries to come. An incredibly depressing, but an extremely well done movie that brings to life the holocaust with vivid, horrifying detail. An amazing film.
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Borinskiposted 10 hours ago -
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Black Christmas
by BrianThank God, as I'd heard, this film was MUCH better than the pathetic waste of space that was the 2006 remake.
It's not hard to enjoy this film, despite the fact that it was made 34 years ago. Yes, you have to do your best to put yourself in the shoes of a 1974 moviegoer, but it's not too hard.
It was actually creepy, and funny in parts too (intentionally). Also, I laughed at some of the fashion/style of dress (what's up with the white people 'fros?)
Much better and I wish I had seen this one first.Wrong time of the year maybe, but finally got around to seeing this. Worth a rent for sure.
Don't shit your breeches, it's the 1974 version.posted 21 hours ago -
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Kate & Leopold
by Fabio"Kate & Leopold" is not a top quality film, but has some seriously funny and entertaining moments.
The best part of this movie by far is Hugh Jackman.Hey, you should really see this!
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Shutter
by BrianOK, this has been done before, several times...and the whole, "I see Asian dead people" isn't scary or even creepy, but...
It was still better than I thought it was going to be, and it was nice to see Joshua Jackson in a halfways mainstream film for once. I do think he's a good actor who needs a new agent.
There was a "twist" in the middle which I figured out almost right away and a twist at the end which made it cool and enough to make it worth watching the DVD.
I will say that studios either need to abandon the whole genre tho entirely, or do something to liven it up a bit. Maybe a J horror-inspired ORIGINAL non-remake film that's not totally based on dead people haunting the living...Good for fans of Joshua Jackson, or if you a fan of the genre. Otherwise, nothing too special.
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Cry Baby
by LyanneI was expecting more.
I mean what was up with this story?!
Maybe you should only watch it if you're a big Johnny Depp fan because apart from that I didn't really see anything worth a watch. Everything just seemed...blah.Hey, maybe you should really think twice before seeing this...
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Meet the Spartans
by BarryOMG.........You have to see this to beleive how daft it is.....I laughed out loud on a couple of occasions but its way too short of laughter throughout.
Hey, you should probably see this! Jesus H Christ can they get any sillier? I have always been a fan of daft spoof movies but they are really starting to scrape the barrel now. Dont get me wrong, there were moments when I was laughing out loud, but for the majority of the all too short film I sat there with a grimace spread across my features.The scenes with the son are hilarious, it just goes downhill from there.
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The Bank Job
by Bill"If we can hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate!" - Zapp Branigan (somehow, I found this fitting)
One of the year's underrated yet entertaining flicks. I must say, this is perhaps the best heist flick since Ocean's Eleven (the Clooney remake, mind you). Don't let the horrid DVD artwork turn you off nor the film's lame title. The simple title, and the film's 'vintage' onesheet poster says a lot. While the film doesn't necessarily have a retro feel, per say, it does however employ a more simple approach to the characters' methods as opposed to the costly schemes of the Ocean's gang, or cool getaway cars Marky Mark's goons drive in The Italian Job remake. Part of the fun with The Bank Job is, firstly, it's allegedly based on a true story, and secondly, the robbers run into more than they bargained for that sprouts a wave of consequences, and simultaneously, advantages. It always manages to be captivating and thrilling.
The plot is relatively straight-forward; with a title like The Bank Job what more is there? I'm up for a cheap-thrill a heist flick tends to go for, but this film settles on a bare-bones approach, which I thought was more rewarding than Ocean investing in some big rig that digs underground. Terry Leather (Statham) and his circle dig the ol' fashioned way to get to the jackpot: a wad of bills, and a whole lot of something else...
The other greatness of this film are the characters; never cocky, suave, hip, nor perfect. They're all ordinary joes, yet rich with a life of their own and basic human errors. Sure, a few are tossed off to the usual one-dimensional token roles, but for the majority, we come to care for 'em. Jason Statham shines the most. Although typically a B-movie action star, he does manage to shake that image from time to time as he does here. As Terry, he's still kicking ass, but having street smarts as opposed to a well-trained profession. He's a guy barely squeaking by with a bare-minimum job and trying to support his family. Not so much versatile, but when he needs to act, he can pull it off. To his side is the underrated Saffron Burrows as the old flame/ex-model Martine, who also proposes the plan yet is way in over her head herself when involved with the sinister mastermind Tim Everett (Richard Lintern). I don't wanna delve deeper into the other characters 'cause there are a lot, and while the flick doesn't fully flesh out all, each still hold a distinct persona and create a warm (or sinister) presence. Overall, the film's two main stars Statham and Burrows deliver.
As a whole, The Bank Job ain't pure eye-candy nor pointless Hollywood drivel, it's grade-A action thriller that hardly ever goes over-the-top to satisfy the adrenaline-rushed crowd. It takes its time, yet moves at a fast pace. The Bank Job delivers more then you anticipated, so until then, you're at the edge of your seat. Great flick, and one of the best movies of 2008.Hey, you should really see this!
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Le Scaphandre et le Papillon (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly)
by the dudeJust a brilliant mesh of everything. sound, cinematography, acting, and everything else. I felt emotinally drained afterwards when the film ending. The film asks us if we have lived the way we want to live, and how we would respond if a unforunate situation would happen to us. Julian Schnabel's brillant direction puts us into Jean Do's view of life and through out the film we live through him going through his struggles of everyday. A highly original masterpiece that will make you want to watch it over and over as it absorbs into your skin.
Hey, you should really see this!
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Wanted
by NikkiI loved this movie!!! Superb! Fantastically acted through a great cast with the coolest soundtrack ever! Cant wait to buy this on dvd!
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The Dark Knight
by CraigDirected by: Christopher Nolan.
Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckart, Michael Caine, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman.
<< "You see, madness is like gravity, all it takes is a little...push" >>
The story follows Batman a year after his accounter with Ra's Al Ghul and his thugs, the streets remain the same and Batman continues to do what he can with the help of newly appointed Commissioner, Jim Gordon and Gotham's new D.A, Harvey Dent. Before long a menacing madman called the Joker introduces something into Gotham that no one would have ever expected.
This is no doubt the hundredth review you have read on this film, massively hype for years by fans and recently by the general public, reviews have been pouring in by the bucketload...my review is simply just a reminder, from both an obsessed fan and a general moviegoer, that this film is beyond anyones expectations, especially mine and that it simply is outstanding.
Everything about the first film is simply raised in level here, everything seems to be in a new direction, yet never forgetting what made Begins so great. Christopher Nolan has always been my favorite director and he has simply proved it here by a mile. To many it might appear flashy that he has taken hold of the newest technology for the film with IMAX cameras etc and in the wrong hands it would have just been for show, but Nolan is god behind these cameras and the epic scope is deftly handled and perfectly assured, the man is long overdue to be recognised more...and Wally Pfeister simply dazzles with the assured tone on this epic scale, it adds such a lovely feel.
The Nolan brothers screenplay is simply remarkable and again, 'beyond' everything I expected from the film. I was one of the men who knew the film was going to be more than just a Batman film, the footage I saw showed it, the dialogue rang true of it and as I am no doubt repeating in this review, its more than you would ever expect. In Batman 89, the problem that fell on it was the fact that the storytelling was lax and rather second-rate and Joker became a first rate character over Batman, who simply became third rate. Begins proved that Batman and Bruce Wayne can be powerful forces and complex humans and faces and TDK continues that power by adding so much more. Morally complex from every angle, its a perfect crime saga under the superhero cover. Each character is given special treatment and in one word, a 'soul'. Bruce Wayne must now face the facts of Rachael being with another man, especially the one appointed as the challenger to Batman's moral values on Gotham. Joker is never given a major origin story and thank god for that, because the direction of Nolan's vision didn't need it. He's unrelenting, mysterious much like Batman yet so self destructive and simply one hell of a scary, menacing clown that promises anarchy and chaos.
I can't go on without mentioning something highly under-looked in films...the score. It is the first soundtrack I would have ever bothered to sit down and listen to throughout and for good reason. Its a rich force that blends beautifully with the complexities of the films morals and emotions, beautifully adding richness to every epic scene on screen, its up there as one of the greatest pieces of music I've heard that can add so much to the moving image.
You all knew I was getting to this...the performances. Christian Bale once again proves to be the greatest mix put on screen for these characters and has settled in nicely. As Bruce Wayne, he continues to show the charming and cheeky wit around the way he is seen in city, yet remains so human, dark, troubled and battles the strong emotions with others as we all do. Aaron Eckhart simply blew me away, especially when everyone is going in for Heath. He's perfect...there I said it and easily blows Tommy Lee off the face of the earth. He's got the perfect charisma to play this all American man as D.A of a major city and really is a nice threat for Bruce in his personal life, because he is not only similar in statue as the force of Gotham, but he has won Rachael over, who no doubt sees him as Bruce without the mask...and when Harvey changes into who he is destined to become, Aaron is scary as hell and really is compelling. Maggie Gyllenhaal is a great replacement over the horribly wooden Katie Holmes and is given more to work with this time around and she blends in just well....AND of course Heath Ledger. What more can I say that no one has already said? Many still believe an posthumous Oscar win would be a sympathy vote, the truth is, if the man was still alive today, he would still win it for what is quite possibly the greatest villain to ever grace celluloid...and that will be argued. Equally unexpected and expecting, his performance as the Joker will stand for a lifetime. Sure Cesar and Jack will always have a face for Joker as the showman side of the character, but Heath is the dark side everyone knows from a 50+ year old character. Charismatic, dark, edgy and scary as all fucking hell, he breezes into every scene easily stealing it and delivering something so intense, so unexpected, yet so real. Its a performance to be remembered by someone who died so suddenly and whether or not he wins the truly deserved Oscar, he's already in the hall of fame in my eyes.
The Dark Knight is a fucking masterpiece. To be, of course as 'opinion', because no one can stand as being right, it is the greatest film I have ever seen and blew my obsessive and very high expectations right out of the water. Moral complex, beautifully captured, deftly controlled, greatly performed...simply outstanding. I still can't say that the film is 'flawless', because I still believe no film can or ever will, but The Dark Knight comes damn close...and being a film so deserving of everything it gets and a film of such exquisite quality and somehow managing to beat my insane expectations, It will be my first film ever I have rated a 5.
<< "You see, nobody panics when things go according to plan. Even if the plan is horrifying. If I told people that a gangbanger was going to get shot, or a busload of soldiers was going to get blown up, nobody would panic. It's all part of the plan. But tell people that one tiny little mayor is going to die and everyone loses their minds!" >>What should I be saying here, read my review :) You know my obsession is good for it.
...and I was annoyed enough to have to wait until the 24th (release date) here to see it.posted 2 days ago -
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In Bruges
by BrianAmazingly funny in a perfectly witty way that says a big FUCK YOU to political correctness and just has a good time with itself.
Also very shocking at times, and expertly acted by Farrell and Gleeson in a way that pulled us in to their characters so well.
YOU must see this!
I must OWN this!Hey, you should really see this!
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The followup to V for Vendetta. I'm curious...are you?
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Get Smart
by BrianOK, I know I had originally decided I didn;t want to see this film but I changed my mind.
And it's pretty decent for what it is. Yes, there are definitely a lot of "funny parts" that just aren't funny (like what was the deal with Bill Murray in the tree?), but I did laugh enough to be mostly satisfied.
I still see Hathaway as a one-trick pony who gets parts for her looks and by playing characters with personalities so close to what I imagine is her own.
Most of you will wait for the DVD. No need to rush out.Funny enough, but nothing amazing. Wait for the DVD.
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The Game Plan
by BarryGentle see it before family comedy but still well worth a watch. The parts are well worn but the still mesh well.....
Hey, you should really see this! Lovely family movie and well written. Great for all. I have a little problem though....why the hell do Disney have a problem with tattoos? They erase them from every film...sad really
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The Spiderwick Chronicles
by AndrewLets get this out the way, to some extent this is better than Harry Potter. It is much better than the last Harry Potter instalment, and honestly I think this is better than the first Harry Potter movie. The problem with the first Harry Potter movie was that it was plodding in parts and seemed to be just be showing off its many effect shots and some scenes seemed pointless. But with this movie, it just gets straight into it and the pace just keeps going and doesn't stop. There doesn't seem to be one dull moment, yes there may be a couple of times when you drift off slightly but otherwise it is good with its pace. The story is a good ol' fantasy one with goblins and ogres and all other kinds of fantastical beings. The heroes of the story are twins Jared & Simon (Freddie Highmore), and their sister Mallory (Sarah Bolger). The cast is a big strong point of this movie. Freddie Highmore is one of the bst young talents round at the moment. Here he shows his talent at dual roles and showing he can do a very good American accent. Sarah Bolger (last seen in Stormbreaker) s also another good young British acress, also showing more of her talents in this movie. The rest of the cast don't make as big an impact as its young stars do, but they all give good performances. ONe thing I will say bad about it is that some chracters barely get a look in up until the final act the house (which is surprinsgly kind of violent). This was no way going to be a five star movies, it just isn't one of those. But it is an excellent fantasy. The special effects are also a highlight. These are some of the best effects I have seen all year. They make the implausible seem just that bit more believable. Martin Short and Seth rogan are on hand for comic relief as two CGI critters. Mark Waters is a promising director, his recent efforts have been chick flicks but being a guy I think they're alright, considering they are chick flicks. With this movie Waters is showing he can do more than just chick flicks, this shows great depth to him as a director. If you enjoy fantasy movies, then I highly recommend this one because its just a nice change from the darkness of the recent Harry Potter movies.
Hey, you should really see this!
posted 4 days ago -
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Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse
by the dudeA inside look at the behind the scenes work on Apocalypse Now. I felt it was more of a character study as Coppola fought to keep his sanity along with the cast and crew. Over 200 hundred days of shooting. Script rewrites, actor fees and health, a typhoon almost kept the film from being made but it was made after long hours of hard work. Great documentary into how far filmmakers go to keep their vision and their dreams alive.
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