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| Name | Iris Schiefer |
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| Gender | Female |
| I'm From | South Africa |
| Member For | 532 days |
| Last Login | Wed. Jul 23 |
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| Age | 15 |
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| Movie: | Too many ... Pirates of the Caribbean ('Black Pearl' only), A Clockwork Orange, The Last King of Scotland, Lord of the Rings 1,2 & 3, Sinbad, Children of Men, Little Miss Sunshine, Gladiator, Requiem for a dream, Closer, Tsotsi, In the name of the father, etc. |
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| Actor: | Jeremy Irons, Malcolm Macdowell, Leonardo DiCaprio, Charlize Theron, Gérard Depardieu, Natalie Portman, Donald Sutherland, Oliver Platt ... there's just too many, see my list. |
| Director: | Stanley Kubrick, Bernardo Bertolucci, Ridley Scott, Tim Burton, Martin Scorcese, Alfonso Cuarón, Lasse Hallström |
| Quote: | 'I'm only smoking to get rid of my dog biscuit problem. I've been chasing more cars recently, and when I try to lick my balls I fall off the couch.' Mel Gibson, in Lethal Weapon 3 'Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn.' Clark Gable in Gone with the Wind 'I don't know the secret to success. But I know the secret to failure is trying to please everybody.' - Bill Cosby 'An eye for an eye will make the whole world blind' - Mahatma Gandhi |
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About me: I'm an A Level student I love Biology! (considering Med School) I'm 5'9" (1.75 m) tall (dunno why I mention it - it just seems that everyone else is tiny) I also have goodreads and Facebook, so search for me if you want. I like to keep my reviews crisp and to - the - point. 50 - 150 words is the norm. However, I will always read the reviews you send me, regardless of length. In an attempt to condense this section, I'm going to talk about movie - related loves and hates only. My loves: Foreign films (but I have varied taste in movies - just ignore our MCT score. We are here to discuss, not mindlessly agree, anyway) Stanley Kubrick’s work I'll watch anything good, though. Entertainment can be found in odd places. I HATE: Posers (get a life) Zac fucking Efron! Get off the screen, you wanker! And why do people older than 12 watch the Disney Channel? Disgraceful! Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller (who I am convinced is the same person) 'Comedies' that try to make something completely natural like sex or using the bathroom funny. Do NOT add me if: You don't speak proper English You're going to send me a single message and then never send a comment or a recommendation! You use irritating acronyms (try saying 'Lol' in real life and see how dumb you feel) You're looking for a relationship or aren't here to discuss film (correct me if I misunderstood - I thought this was a site about movies?) 'High School Musical' is on your favourites list. You officially know nothing. And no, I do not want to 'Make friendship' with you. Please DO NOT send me any widgets. |
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Zack and Miri Make a Porno
Unrated
Though I have a soft spot for Seth Rogen, I don't think this is my thing. Kevin Smith is usually a no - go for me.
The Golden Compass
PG-13
I'm not religious in any manner, so that's not it. I like fantasy movies, so that's not it. I enjoy watching Daniel Craig perform, so that's not it. What the hell is it actually? Point is, 'it' is there.
Ben-Hur
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I just don't know what to think anymore. On the one side, there's a 20 minute chariot race which never seems to end, but on the other, I understand that everyone must be seeing something I don't and that first impressions are not always accurate. So, henceforth, this will be marked as 'Want to see' until I my final judgement is passed.
All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
Unrated
It's hard to find a war film that isn't filled with propaganda and anti - German comments. But I may have found the love of my life, in terms of WW1 films, that is.
Based on the novel by Erich Maria Remarque (which I bought after searching six months, only to find my gran had been in possession of the German copy for thirty years. C'est la vie), it follows a group of young German soldiers as they face the terrors of war and personal loss.
Naturally, it's black and white, but somehow, it becomes even more gripping through it's lack of colour. There's no need to distract the audience - this is pure, raw emotion and consequences of human action. It's historically accurate without seeming like a history lesson.
The ending scene may well be the most beautiful shot in cinematic history. Wait for it.
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All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
Unrated
It's hard to find a war film that isn't filled with propaganda and anti - German comments. But I may have found the love of my life, in terms of WW1 films, that is. Based on the novel by Erich Maria Remarque (which I bought after searching six months, only to find my gran had been in possession of the German copy for thirty years. C'est la vie), it follows a group of young German soldiers as they face the terrors of war and personal loss. Naturally, it's black and white, but somehow, it becomes even more gripping through it's lack of colour. There's no need to distract the audience - this is pure, raw emotion and consequences of human action. It's historically accurate without seeming like a history lesson. The ending scene may well be the most beautiful shot in cinematic history. Wait for it.
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Gladiator
R
I've only just realised how little I said before. Well, let me tell you exactly why this movie is so perfect.
The atmosphere created and shots taken are probably the best I've ever seen in my cinematic history. You get the impression that the script was thought about long and hard, and pieced together again and again for the best results.
The acting is top - notch. Crowe has an incredibly strong presence, and Joaquin Phoenix is dramatic and convincing as Emperor Commodus.
I can't really think of more to say, except that 'Gladiator' excels in every aspect of film - making. THE must - see for all fans of historical drama.
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Pan's Labyrinth (El Laberinto del Fauno)
R
Wow! I went in with high expectations, and I wasn't disappointed. No senseless gore at all.
The best part of the movie is that it always leaves reality up to the viewer. Is Pan really just a figment of Ofelia's imagination? If he is, how did she get into her stepdad's bedroom to complete the 3rd task?
What can I say about the screenplay? Perfection. The cinematography? Beautiful. The costumes? Realistic. The acting? Poignant. So why don't I give it five stars?
The truth is, I haven't got a clue in hell why I don't. Maybe it's the slightly biased view on fascism. Not that I support that, but biased is biased. But overall, a wonderful film that deserved every single Oscar it won.
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Big Fish
PG-13
Pure Burton quailty. Quirky without being silly or annoying. Even in the film's dramatic moments, no - one takes themselves too seriously. With the haunting music of Danny Elfman, you'll want to make sure it's on your dvd shelf. An immediate favourite.
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The Last King of Scotland
R
I'm not writing little to be lazy, I'm writing little because my fingers are frozen. Here's a summary of my thoughts (all scores out of 5):
Acting: 4.5/5 (Forest Whitaker will sweep you away)
Writing: 4/5
Historical accuracy: 4.5
Director: 4
Originality: 5
Music: 4
I wanted to give it a total of 4.5 but Forest Whitaker wouldn't let me.
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Y Tu Mama Tambien
R
There are several people who should take a leaf out of Alfonso Cuarón's book. Apart from Paul Weitz (naturally - he should take a leaf out of everyone's book except his own), a hell of a lot of other people need some advice on how to make movies about sex. Cuarón is a master of the genre, certainly.
It's not just a movie about good - looking people. Like Closer after it, praise - worthy acting and character depth play a more important role. It portrays human sexuality without (gasp) ever going into over - the - top, silly sex scenes.
It's dramatic but never takes itself too seriously. I hope I do not offend anyone when I suggest that foreigners tend to make better erotic movies than the Americans. Well, they tend to in my experience. This particular work is by far the most real depiction of sexual psychology I've seen.
Beautifully written and acted, this is a masterpiece that can make anyone reassess their relationships.
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Mystic River
by Inezposted 2 hours ago -
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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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Ne le Dis à Personne (Tell No One)
by MarkConfusing, convoluted, but also intriguing murder mystery will have you guessing until the very end when all is explained. It's got plot twists, romance and action. Gilles Lellouche as Bruno, is the kind of hoodlum you want on YOUR side.
Tense, frantic psychological thriller will keep you guessing. Check it out!
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The Dark Knight
by GaryWhile I wont go so far as to call this a masterpiece, this exceptional addition to the Batman franchise is a very good film and lives up to some very high expectations. The cast is uniformly great and the action is spectacular. A clever story is well told and the dark noir spirit of the source material is well maintained. Heath Ledger deserves special mention for his brilliant portrayal of The Joker and I loved the Two Face origin story. It perhaps feels about half an hour too long, but it's such a fun ride.
My turn! I don't really need to recommend this do I?
You guys are gonna see it anyway. Great fun!posted 9 hours ago -
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Pineapple Express
by DuncanI think this and Tropic Thunder are the only comedies this year I'll pay to see.
Looking forward to it.Don't know about you, but the trailer left me in stitches. And I'm clean 'n sober, so no pulling the "it only appeals to potheads" card.
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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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The Dark Knight
by Alexander
''You just couldn't let me go could you? This is what happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object. You truly are incorruptible aren't you? You won't kill me out of some misplaced sense of self-righteousness, and I won't kill you, because you're just too much fun. I think you and I are destined to do this forever.'' Batman and James Gordon join forces with Gotham's new District Attorney, Harvey Dent, to take on a psychotic bank robber known as The Joker, whilst other forces plot against them, and Joker's crimes grow more and more deadly.
Christian Bale: Bruce Wayne / Batman
Heath Ledger: The Joker
The Dark Knight basically begins from where Batman Begins left us last time. Things have changed and a new maniacal nemesis is at large. Cleverly we are instantly thrown into a ensuing bank robbery with some sharp modern music. The first segments of Dark Knight already firmly establish this is going to be a piece of unrivaled greatness.
When we get onto Batman and his antics we find that he has been imitated by others and his old friend Scarecrow is still up to no good, with shifty dealings. What follows are some brilliant action pieces blended with superb acting, with Actors of class under Nolan's direction being used to perfection.
Christian Bale as the dual identity Bruce & Batman, really shows us he's settled into the role. Giving a deep growling Batman with beast like grating tones and a seemingly unlimited strength and fury. As Bruce Wayne, on the outside to Gotham he's still that rich, complacent playboy who's living the life of luxury and at the same time burdening responsibilities and dark secrets.
Maggie Gyllenhall as Rachel Dawes was for me one of the disappointments of Dark Knight. I'm sorry but she may be a fine actress but she just wasn't attractive enough, her acting isn't question, it was alright, hardly memorable. I reckon they should of stayed with Katie Holmes for this sequel, for then even the people that didn't like her in the role would be happy, considering the outcome at least. I on the one hand wasn't phased when push came to shove and said character was gone from play, in my mind she did start to slow down the film.
Now Heath Ledger playing Joker, what can I say? Partly the huge success and interest has been due to this great Actor's performance being witnessed. After all this is Heath's last film he finished. Going on to his performance as Joker I have to say he is perfection, everytime he's on screen he's mesmerizing, every little thing he does which ranges from the sick depraved to the downright mad. Heath Ledger was a chameleon, a method actor, who had the ability to change, to shape himself into any part he played. Dark Knight is one of the finest examples of this, truly blasting Jack Nicholson's version apart and I guarantee an Oscar for him, or for his memory and in honour of this talent. I loved how immersed Heath had become in the Joker even giving us details to how his face had gotten into it's current state and his abusive childhood and father. Whenever we have a villain there is always a reason to how he got to that point and Nolan uses Heath to get this across effortlessly.
Joker never seized to make me laugh in appreciation despite what could be considered sick antics, I considered genius.
Who else could do a pen trick with someone's head? Dress as a nurse with a silencer in hand and his clownish face glistening? Hide in a body-bag to infiltrate a mob boss's joint? Who else could immortalize Batman's most famous nemesis Joker? Without a doubt Heath Ledger bar none.Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent/Two Face was a really interesting character. He played this politician extremely well, with all his good intentions and honourable ways, Harvey hides a dark side too. References to his coin are used regularly and help us understand the reasons for his later fascination with chance and luck deciding fate. I think Harvey Dent was covered nicely in this, getting across the whole growing hate he supposedly receives from Batman after he saves him and unfortunately Rachel isn't so lucky. Two-face, Harvey's alter-ego to my mind wasn't really that developed which is understandable given the amount of detail here to cram in and what with the Joker unleashed Nolan still does a top notch job. The effects on his face were breath-taking although I was starting to worry that Dark Knight maybe becoming unrealistic and veering towards more cartoony details in it's villains. But same with Batman Begins the Scarecrow was slightly more comic like and I found the whole realism in both Begins and Dark Knight to be a major achievement to me.
Gary Oldman as Commissioner Gordon really excelled in his role this time. Not only does Gordon have more to do but he's in this awesome trio of Harvey, Bats and himself working together to save and help Gotham. I'm really pleased Gary Oldman & Heath Ledger got to do a scene together too, not to mention Bale too. The chemistry they all share and the talent rocketed through anything and everything. Nolan cleverly keeps the aspect of Gordon's family being important to him and later we remember this, and it helps us relate to his character when things unravel.
Morgan Freeman & Michael Caine seem to have less to do this time round. With Caine taking most of the first half of the movie while Freeman takes the 2nd half to his chest.
The Dark Knight was everything I expected it to be and it's certainly the dark masterpiece I predicted, but I do get the feeling that it's been overly hyped for what it consists of. See it not just for Heath's performance which is a defining and immortalized, but also see it because Dark Knight is the greatest comic book/graphic novel to movie ever. DC comics & Warner Bros. must be beaming right now with this piece of gold.
Dark Knight really does have the last laugh. An astonishing achievement that really does follow up a masterpiece. Let's face it, a sequel is coming, without the need to get Two-Face to call it for us, we know it's coming Nolan.
Perfection.
Heath Ledger is getting an Oscar in his memory for this! What a performance!! Dark Knight truly is the shining beacon of DC and the best Batman yet.
Christian Bale was an angry beast of a Batman once again while Aaron Eckhart & Gary Oldman give star quality acting.
Maggie Gyllenhall only did one thing right.
(So unattractive, seriously...-sigh-)
Besides that hiccup...Masterpiece!posted 14 hours ago -
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L'Armée des ombres (Army in the Shadows)
by El HombreHeroism to Melville isn't the pretty picture Hollywood gives us in its' sanitized war films. This is a grim film where those pursuing a noble cause don't have the opportunity to even enjoy it as they must be prepared for the possible worst.
Melville's filmmaking style is slow and deliberate giving the viewer an anti-heroic account of the early days of French resistance to the Nazi Occupation which is both restrained and terrifyingly tense.
Hey, you should really see this!
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Johnny Depp And Tim Burton Working Together Once Again. This One Sounds Interesting..
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A Thousand Clowns
by KevinYou know those little movies that you absolutely LOVE but hardly anyone else has ever heard of? Those movies that you watch and wonder why no one ever talks about them or praises them or includes them in their list of favorites? Do you know those movies? Well this is one of those movies.
Jason Robards is a middle-aged, unemployed bachelor who is raising his 12-year-old nephew (Barry Gordon) in the heart of New York City. When confronted by representatives from NY social services, Robards is faced with the choice of either conforming to "acceptable" standards (getting a job) or risk losing his nephew to the bureaucracy of the child welfare system.
I have an affinity for cerebral comedies and this is definitely one of the best I've ever seen. It stimulates the mind, tickles the funny bone and touches the heart.
*Thank you Audrey and Stella for bringing this wonderful, wonderful film to my attention!This film is so deeply entrenched in New York City it almost drips big-apple juice, but it still has a French New Wave feel about it. Oscar nominated for best picture, losing out to "The Sound of Music" - I had never even heard of it until a couple of my Flixster friends brought it to my attention, a favor for which I'm forever grateful!
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Rashômon (Rashomon) (In the Woods)
by LisaA stunning film that is one of many from Akira Kurosawa. His films are always made with a high standard right across the board. The direction doesn't get any better. The casting is perfect. The acting is quality by all the actors involved. And the plot. The plot is one that has been used a million times by other directors. I think when that happens it shows the impact the original film had on all other moviemakers. This really is a must see film, don't be put off by the fact it's in black and white. Don't watch a dubbed version. All of these things just adds to the intensity of the film itself. Excellent movie that will still be being watched in hundreds of years with people still saying this is how the masters do it.
Hey, you should really see this!
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The Rainmaker
by LisaCourtroom dramas can either be really good or really bad. This one surprised me massively. I love Matt Damon, and it isn't often he makes a bad film. His performance in this was very strong and he really was the star of the whole thing. Danny DeVito was a great addition to the cast, throwing in a few laughs as well. Claire's Dane's performance was really good and her additional plotline, although somewhat pointless, managed to entertain. Good direction from Francis Ford Coppola, although not exactly his best work. Still, it was a very good film that is well worth checking out.
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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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 1 day ago -
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21
by JeremyBen Campbell is a shy, brilliant M.I.T. student who--needing to pay school tuition--finds the answers in the cards. He is recruited to join a group of the school's most gifted students that heads to Vegas every weekend armed with fake identities and the know-how to turn the odds at blackjack in their favor. With unorthodox math professor and stats genius Micky Rosa leading the way, they've cracked the code. By counting cards and employing an intricate system of signals, the team can beat the casinos big time. Seduced by the money, the Vegas lifestyle, and by his smart and sexy teammate, Jill Taylor, Ben begins to push the limits. Though counting cards isn't illegal, the stakes are high, and the challenge becomes not only keeping the numbers straight, but staying one step ahead of the casinos' menacing enforcer: Cole Williams.*
21 Follows Ben Campbell Who Finds Himself Recruited By MIT's Most Gifted Students In A Daring Plot To Break Vegas. With The Help of A Brilliant Statistics Professor, Ben Succeeds In Breaking The Casinos And Must Earn Enough Money To Pay For Med School. 21 Is A Phenomenal Film And The Years First Great Achievement. Robert Luketic Has Crafted A Classic And One of My Favorites. Kevin Spacey Is So Damn Good In His Role, A Brilliant Performance. Jim Sturgess Is Extremely Impressive Here, Kate Bosworth Is Beautiful And Stunning, And Laurence Fishburne Makes A Nice Appearance Here As Well. 21 Is One of The Most Enjoyable And Well Made Films Ive Seen Recently. A Superb Achievement. Brilliantly Made And Superbly Crafted.*
"I had a 1590 on my SAT, I got a 44 on my MCAT, and I have a 4.0 GPA from MIT. I thought I had my life mapped out, but then I remembered what my non linear equations professor once told me, always account for variable change... I let down my good friends, but as it turns out, they weren't too bad at simple math either. I scored the prettiest girl in school. I got beaten down by an old school Vegas thug who was having trouble accepting his retirement, but I worked out a deal with him that got him a nice pension... And I lied to my mother, but I confessed a lie and well, she still loved me... So my senior year of college I joined this team and I learned this new skill. I went to Vegas 17 times to use it. I made hundreds of thousands of dollars counting cards. And then I had it all stolen from me, twice... How's that for life experience professor? Did I dazzle you? Did I jump off the page?"*
"The only thing worse than a loser is someone who won't admit he played badly."*
"Always account for variable change."*
21 Is Smart, Clever, Stylish, And Highly Enjoyable. A Film That Will Stay With You Long After Its Over. Exceptional And Extraordinary In Every Way Imaginable. A Compelling, Mesmerizing, And Spellbinding Experience. No Words of Mine Can Describe How Amazing This Film Really Is. Jim Sturgess And Kate Bosworth Are Very Impresssive Here And Have Become Some of My Favorites. Kevin Spacey Is Incredible, Like Always. Robert Luketic Has Finally Shown Us What He's Capable of. 21 Is A Winner. A Perfect Example of Truly Flawless FilmMaking. A Phenomenal, Incredible Achievement. I Love This Film! A Flawless Film...The First Great Film of 08, Which Was Then Followed By The Dark Knight.
Mid Year And We Only Have 2 Great Films :(posted 1 day 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.
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I must OWN this!Hey, you should really see this!
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