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- First reviewMay 31, 2008
- Last reviewApril 27, 2013
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Terrible movie!
PostedDecember 12, 2011
I was in the mood for a good holiday romance walking into this movie and got slapped in the face by how bad it was! The movie feels awkwardly bad from the start. As usual, it follows the holiday formula of telling the story of a bunch of lost characters in search of romance and fame...and there's nothing wrong with that. However, tries to play on every current event (military men away from home included) and twists them into some truly shameless exploits to get us to feel something for each of them. I think Halle Berry's character was the only one I felt something for in the entire movie. The rest is painful to sit through and not worth seeing. You'll probably walk out, or at least ask yourself what it was that drew you to this film. Anyway, it actually was the #1 movie at the box office last weekend, so you won't be alone in your search for some holiday spirit and romance. Please, please, please look elsewhere. This movie is horrible and you'll waste your time on it.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Subtle and thrilling
PostedDecember 10, 2011
This film could easily be longer and more transparent, but then it would not be as effective as it is. The plot is simple: British intelligence has a Russian spy in a high ranking position and a retired agent (played perfectly by Gary Oldman) is called back into service to find out who it is. Sit back and absorb the subtleties in conversations and insinuations, the inexplicable relationships involved and all their consequences. This is a well-crafted movie that's as interested in revealing it's tale as it is in creating the ambiance of the world of espionage. I thought Oldman was incredible and the others are also great. A truly remarkable cold-war spy classic!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Juice isn't worth squeeze
PostedDecember 5, 2011
Several good movies came to mind while I was watching "Answers to Nothing," such as "Crash" and "Grand Canyon." Those movies also had multiple characters living L.A. with intersecting stories. However, those movies had stories that connected in compelling ways. Those movies also had characters that were well developed enough for me to care about their plight. Unfortunately, "Answers to Nothing" has none of those things. The characters in it are, for the most part, mysterious and weak. Extra effort is made to develope the characters played by Dane Cook, Elizabeth Mitchell, and Aja Volkman, but it's to no avail. They are all, without exception, uninteresting and truly pathetic characters that just don't make sense. "Answers" ends up being about a whole lot of nothing but a complete waste of time and money. Avoid it in theaters, cable, Netflix, and even free TV. There's truly nothing to see here.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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To be an action film, or not to be
PostedDecember 4, 2011
Coriolanus is a film with an identity crisis: it wants to be a modern day war film with scenes that will remind audiences of the news coverage from central European countries in conflict; and, it also wants to stay true to the play at almost all costs. This takes some getting used to and several of the audience members walked out when they realized that the language would remain Shakespearean. Gerard Butler gives a commanding performance; Fiennes plays Coriolanus with passion; Van Redgrave can handle Shakespeare's lines in her sleep. If you like Shakespeare, you may like this film. Consequently, if you like modern warfare films, you will most likely not like this film. I recommend it to the more serious moviegoer who also happens to enjoy the previous movie adaptations of Shakespeare's plays.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Magical Fantasy
PostedNovember 27, 2011
Hugo is a little boy who lives in a train station. His father died and left him a mechanical boy that he's trying to fix. He also keeps the clocks running since his uncle passed away. This movie and this world are truly magical. There are several stories running concurrently with Hugo's that it's never boring.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Not great in 3D
PostedNovember 27, 2011
Don't pay extra to see this movie in 3D. There are hardly any good 3D scenes and the story is good enough to succeed in 2D. The kids loved it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Jung, Freud, and mental patients
PostedNovember 25, 2011
Jung and Freud argue theory in this stylish drama about the roots of psychoanalysis and it's strengths and weaknesses. Knightley plays a beautiful, and totally messed up patient who is at least a masochist. The actors are terrific and the story is effective, for the most part. There are some moments where the story just doesn't flow as well as it should. I would only recommend it for those who are interested in the pre-WW2 period and psychoanalysis in general.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Great Silent Movie!
PostedNovember 25, 2011
The Artist is the best silent film I have ever seen. Yes, it's a silent film, but please don't let that scare you off. I actually went into this film not knowing that it was a silent film and I felt somewhat disappointed for a couple of minutes into it. Beyond those initial couple of minutes, I was transfixed on the plot, the characters, the talent, and, yes, the romance. This is one of the most romantic films of the year and it's good enough to be a real contender for Best Picture during the Oscars. Wouldn't it be something if a silent film would be among the Best Picture nominees for 2011!!!
The Plot is simple. The male lead is a silent movie star around the time that talking pictures started to become popular. He's too proud to change with the times and refuses to make talking pictures. His life quickly falls apart. However, he discovered a beautiful up-and-coming movie star before he left the business and she becomes a new rising star. As it happens, they fell in love at first site, but didn't pursue it. I won't ruin the ending. Suffice it to say that this movie left me completely satisfied and I would highly recommend it to anyone who likes romantic movies.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Surprisingly Great!
PostedNovember 23, 2011
This movie is a real treat to sit through. Michelle Williams does a terrific job of capturing Monroe's charms as a troubled soul who was a natural performer. This film takes place in England during the time she filmed The Prince and the Showgirl opposite Lawrence Olivier and under his direction. Olivier is played to a tee by Kenneth Branagh. Indeed, the rest of the cast here is spectacular, including Judy Dench and Emma Watson.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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It's the best Twilight ever
PostedNovember 21, 2011
We've all heard the jokes about how bad the previous Twilight movies have been. Let's face it, aside fromt he hot stars, what else have Twilights 1-3 offered? What's more, these movies have been downright annoying to sit through because the theaters have usually been filled with screaming teens who wish they were next on the menu for Edward the vamp's love. However, it's only fair to say that Twilight 4 is better than those previous movies. It can stand alone as a movie and you won't need to bother with the previous movies to enjoy it. It also flows better and the the director depends less on the beauty of the stars and more on the movie making. Don't expect Oscar worthy performances, just some so-so popcorn entertainment. And, yes, I'm saying that it's worth seeing.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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