| Movie | Rating | Review | Date | Your Rating | Match | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spaceballs - PG | August 29, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Tube - R | August 29, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Atonement - R | August 29, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Child's Play - R | I haven't checked out the Chucky franchise before, but the premise has always excited me. While I can't say I found this first film truly scary, Chucky was certainly creepy. The effects have held up suprisingly well, even though it all looks more than a little cheesy. All in all, this is good 80s fun, and I definitely plan on watching the rest of the series. | August 13, 2008 | N/A | |||
| Conduct Zero - Unrated | August 13, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 - R | August 13, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Qu mo jing cha (Magic Cop) - Unrated | August 13, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Shi wan huo ji (Fireline) (Lifeline) - Unrated |
Johnnie To regulars such as Lau Ching Wan take lead in this 1997 drama which claims "firefighting is easy, relationships... not so much". The Hong Kong fire department simply serves as a backdrop for the well acted domestic drama early on, and it seems the film could just as easily be following a police department. While engrossing, the many ongoing subplots are eventually dropped, in favor of some actual firefighting; which is fine, as it's obvious they were destined to fizzle out otherwise. The films finale presents an outstanding technical spectacle, as the leading cast members attempt to extinguish a widespread fire at a knitting factory. Here, To once again proves he can pretty much direct anything, including live fire. This climax helped to bring home two awards for the film at the 1998 Hong Kong Film Awards - Best Editing (Wong Wing-Mung) and Best Sound Effects; which were clearly well deserved. Lifeline is an enjoyable popcorn flick, masquerading as something else until the final act, in which the genre masks are torn off with great force. This film showcases two very different sides of To as a director, the only problem is, they don't really glue. However, it's ultimately a good watch. |
August 13, 2008 | N/A | |||
| Cashback - R |
I watched the 2004 short film a while back and really enjoyed it, so I was more than looking forward to the feature length film, and I'm pleased to say it passed my expectations. This film is a study of the human mind, and how it deals with living an average life; however, what it does so brilliantly is highlight the hidden depth within working a dead end job for minimum pay. With some astonishing cinematography, Sean Ellis is able to make a typical Sainsbury's supermarket look like an example of inspired modern-day architecture. Never did I think, I'd genuinely feel the urge to hand in an application form for my local Sainsbury's; not until I saw this film. Ben Willis is fantastic. His subdued performance, with near philosophical narration embodies the life of an insomniac perfectly; and I should know, being one myself. Willis draws you in instantly, and you don't want to leave his presence, by the end you feel you've made a close friend. Apart from quite a noticible change in direction part way through, and a few moral quips, I find it hard to fault Cashback. I feel this film was made for people like me, and I can't wait to watch it again and again. What's even better, is that I now have yet another British director to get overly excited about. I can't wait to see what Ellis' future holds. I recommend Cashback to anyone who has worked in a supermarket, gone through a difficult break-up, or suffered from severe insomnia. To be honest I recommend it to anyone who is truly passionate about film. |
August 10, 2008 | N/A | |||
| Big Nothing - Unrated |
I enjoy Pegg, but he really had nothing to offer here. It seems he's only favorable when he; or some one he's close to, is in charge of the proceedings. He wasn't particularly funny, and his sketchy american accent felt as if it was going to break at any minute. As for the rest of the cast, they're not even worth mentioning. When your biggest talent (Pegg) under performs, there isn't very much to get excited about. As for the plot, it's a totally run of the mill black comedy, with elements of the mystery genre squeezed in where possible. Unfortunately, the biggest and most exciting plot twists are rolled out far too early in the film, leaving the second half pretty empty. As for the ending, it practically asks you to rewind the film, in order to tie up the loose ends and fill in the blanks, but by this point you care so little, that you can't even be bothered. Totally watchable, but at the same time totally passable. |
August 10, 2008 | N/A | |||
| À l'Intérieur (Inside) - Unrated | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Ying xiong wu lei (Heroes Shed No Tears) (The Sunset Warrior) - Unrated | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| District B13 (Banlieue 13) - R | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Shu dan long wei (High Risk) (Meltdown) - R | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Kuen sun (The Avenging Fist) - Unrated | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Mr. Vampire - PG-13 | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Daai cheung foo (Men Suddenly in Black) - Unrated | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Lik Wong, (Riki-Oh - The Story of Ricky) - R | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Dragon Inn (Xin long men ke zhan) - Unrated | August 7, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones - PG |
The weakest of the prequels in my opinion. This movie falls short due mainly to some very dull scenes, in which Star Wars decides its more than just a sci-fi franchise. Hayden Christensen is provided with the lead role... why? He is a terrible actor, and all lines and expressions coming from him are so forced; its like wacthing a school production in which the teachers had to force children to take part, as there were no willing volunteers. I came to watch silly action, fun characters and some cool visuals, not some political poop set in space with cringe worthy love scenes and terrible lead roles. Your just lucky this movie looks as good as it does Lucas, because I ask myself everyday why I own this one on DVD and none of the others! |
August 3, 2008 | N/A | |||
| À l'intérieur (Inside) - R | August 3, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Idiocracy - R | July 11, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Mr. Vampire - Unrated | July 4, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Kataude mashin gâru (The Machine Girl) - Unrated | July 1, 2008 | N/A | ||||
| Man With the Screaming Brain - Unrated | July 1, 2008 | N/A |
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