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- Review count386
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- First reviewMay 31, 2008
- Last reviewApril 27, 2013
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- Average rating3.4
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An unlikely feel-good experience
PostedOctober 10, 2010
I went into this film believing it would be somewhat depressing, what with the mental-ward setting and all. I was wrong. This movie is full of characters who realize the importance of living out their lives and having fun. In fact, the ward seems more like a respite from the depressing real world and an opportunity to let loose and party. I had a good time and think it's for everyone over the age of 13, especially those who take the great things they have for granted.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Terrific Feel-Good Movie!
PostedOctober 9, 2010
There's never been a horse like Secretariat, and this movie tells his story. What's unexpected is how well the cast work together to produce a shared, ensemble performance that's not to be missed. If you like horse, horse racing, women's lib, or just plain need to feel good, look no further than this movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Scary and intriguing
PostedOctober 6, 2010
You'll be pleased with this film if you're in the camp that thinks the Twilight movies are a little light on scary and heavy on style. "Let Me In" will keep you guessing. The main character has been 12 years old "for a very long time" and her thirst for blood dominates her every thought when she gets hungry. There's also a beautiful love story that sneaks up on you and takes over the plot when you least expect it. This movie is worth seeing, especially if you want some a bit more substantial that the vampire themed shows that have been flooding the televisions and big screens lately.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Love in a cruel word
PostedSeptember 28, 2010
There's something amiss from the start in this world where kids are bred to be organ donors. But, love does not conquer all here, and the harsh realities of this world decree that the main characters donate organs until they die, or as they refer to it "complete." This is a lot to swallow. The acting is super and the story is intriguing, so see it if you're in the market for more than the standard, formulaic Hollywood movie. Otherwise, it may be a bit much for your taste..
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Surprisingly good!
PostedSeptember 25, 2010
We spend the entire movie with Ryan Reynolds buried in a coffin somewhere in Iraq. He has a Blackberry, a Zippo lighter a light stick, a Buck knife, a rag, and a pencil. The other characters are voices on the phone. It's important to know that this is the limited setting you'll be experiencing for the full 100 minutes, because that may not be what you're in the mood for. I found it suspenseful and interesting. However, the ending is a major disappointment for me.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Not quite a sequel
PostedSeptember 25, 2010
This sequel plays more like a mock-documentary of what happened with Lehman Brothers than it is a second-coming of the class movie "Wall Street." It just goes to show you that what really did happen to Wall Street firms during the financial meltdown is more shocking than anything Oliver Stone dreamed of in the original movie. I recommend this movie to those who do not spend their days watching financial news from stations like CNBC and Bloomberg TV. If you do, this will not be tolerable.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Claustrophic's nightmare!
PostedSeptember 18, 2010
Just as the title suggests, this movie is all about religion's underbelly, AKA The Devil. We know he targets dark places, so just add confined spaces and the usual Shyamalan flair for the unusual and you have an eerie movie about an elevator that gets stuck in, you guessed it, Philadelphia. There's definite build up, similar to what we saw in Hitchcock's "Lifeboat," but there's a message looming--you just know it's coming at the end. I was entertained and I think you will be too if you like Shyamalan and the creepy.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Light-hearted romp!
PostedSeptember 13, 2010
Here's yet another French film that explores love, sex, and everything in between. The actors are all terrific, but the story is simple and somewhat ridiculous. Nevertheless, it satisfies and we get to spend time in Monaco. See it if you like romantic comedies. You're sure to laugh and think about human nature and how fragile and unpredictable it can be.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Is he acting or not?
PostedSeptember 12, 2010
Joaquin Phoenix remains one of the better actors working today. His internal struggle with what's real and substantial in his life is moving to watch. Casey Affleck does a great job of capturing the confusion in JP's life. I left the movie understanding that JP's is confused and trying to find meaning. He's trying hard enough to allow us into his personal life for a candid look at what has been going on with him. I found it a refreshing approach of letting the general public understand that life in the spotlight isn't all that it seems. I, for one, hope to see JP in a leading role soon.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Impossible Relationship!
PostedSeptember 5, 2010
The two main characters in this movie engage is true love from a long distance, specifically between SF and NYC. They're clearly made for each other and the love is genuine, but their careers end up being more important and neither one makes the ultimate sacrifice of movie to the other's city to make it happen. I can't rate the movie higher than 3-stars because the solution is under their noses and they never take the plunge.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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