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- Review count113
- Helpfulness votes10
- First reviewApril 14, 2008
- Last reviewJanuary 30, 2012
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating3.7
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Sqeaks out a recommendation
PostedJune 17, 2009
I'm on the fence about this film. Nice cast and lots of potential, but I came away thinking somebody REALLY wanted to make a sequel - and not because they had great material. Despite the disjointed work I did enjoy some of the characters and one-liners. Kids might enjoy it, adults will be yawning. I think it might be best to wind up this 'franchise.'
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Great Cast; Good Pace
PostedJune 17, 2009
Having never seen the original film might be an advantage here. This screenplay resonated at times and at other moments, just seemed forced. Denzel was the perfect 'quiet man in control'. John T. gave us a solid 'bad guy', but there was a lack of character development for him and his team of bandits. We never find out who his co-conspirators are during the movie. And while I enjoy great action sequences, this was better played as heady/mental suspense. When the city-wide chase seens ensued it seemed like somebody cut to a completely different movie than the one I thought I was watching. No benefit there. If you like the stars see it; if not, rent it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Oh My .....
PostedJune 8, 2009
Sorry to report that this movie fails on just about every level. Some decent special effects, but that's about the only thing I can say for this film. The plot and dialogue are weak, and the story is completely undeveloped. In addition, I was underwhelmed by the continual references to genetalia! This is NOT a movie for kids, or really - anyone. A big disappointment. As a fan of the TV series, I'd rather watch a re-run of that, than sit through this movie. I can't imagine that it could have been much worse.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5
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Great Filmmaking!
PostedMay 17, 2009
Many will comment on the age-old book v. movie debate - but taking this film for it's cinematic work, it's brilliant. Suspenseful and well-crafted. I've heard some say the story line is difficult to follow, but I found the symbolism quite intriguing and comprehensible. Pacing of the story and plot twists were dynamic and engaging and I thoroughly enjoy it! Grand, colorful, historic - and I liked Hanks as Langdon better than in The DaVinci Code. 2/20 is a long movie, but not in this case. Ron Howard proves again why he's one of the best directors working today.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Don't Miss It
PostedMay 10, 2009
In a word: perfect! Star Trek is the must-see movie of the season. J.J. Abrams nails the tone and visuals of this film, blending just the right character development and story lines with great special effects. I'm not a trekkie nor one to applaud at the end of ANY film, but this movie definitely took me back to evenings in front of the TV with my siblings watching Star Trek and I DID applaud (along with the rest of the movie-goers) at the end of this movie. I can't wait to see another installment. Great to see Nimoy, but the new cast simply could not be better. Everyone will enjoy this new turn in space, with some old friends!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Turn Up The Volume
PostedMay 1, 2009
Robert Downey Jr. amazed me in his turn as an LA reporter who pursues a "story" and finds a friend, and a truth. The lesson of friendship has never appeared so brave and beautiful as it does in this film. Although I would have preferred a bit more "acting" from Jamie Foxx (in terms of the mental disability the master musician suffers), he made me believe he could be this real-life man who possess and extraordinary gift. The interaction between these two is loving, difficult, trajic and heoric -- all at once. Great storytelling and character development, and superb deliveries by all. Catherine Keener, also brilliant. See it and rejoice in the human spirit - in ALL its forms.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Misunderstood
PostedApril 26, 2009
WOW - all kinds of crazy here. I'm not a Beyonce fan (sorry), but this time she shined! I thought the performances by her and Ali Larter were great - but Idris left me wanting. For a man who is portrayed as a high-successful financier, I'm dumbfounded at his character's inability to express himself to either woman in this movie. I also found some of the generalizations about "types" of people less than desirable, but it certainly added to the formulaeic plot. Ali Larter goes down as a great manipulative physopath -- and some how comes off even a bit sypmathetic where it concerns her mental illness. Acting was better than the material, so if you're a fan of any of the cast -- see it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Time for a new Role
PostedApril 12, 2009
Oh my ... I think the critics got it wrong. I saw this movie based on early critics reviews and I must say - they're asleep at the wheel -- or maybe during this movie! It's all been done before and Seth Rogan needs to drastically change his movie persona if he is to survive. Sorry to report that this movie mostly bored me, and even the couple of laughs I had can't pull this one out of the drudgery column. Ridiculous violence and nudity. Anna Faris and Ray Liotta were enjoyable to watch ... but it's still forgettable.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4
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Wonder Years are Wonderful
PostedApril 7, 2009
Mottola shows us a brilliant microcosm of Americana -- a theme park staffed by teenagers who are fettering into the world. For a change, we meet a young man who's sure there's more than instant gratification, and a young lady who cares little for herself and finds ONLY that. These two fumble through their 'might be' relationship ... and they keep on trying to 'get there.'
A refreshing movie with thoughtfully developed characters, comic relief and some genuinely sweet moments. Fabulous acting all around -- and baby boomers will be taken back ...
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Perplexed, not Knowing
PostedMarch 31, 2009
Nick Cage really shines in this movie and is nearly flawless in his role as an unsuspecting broken-down professor who's thirst for knowledge takes him to worlds he cannot calculate nor imagine. The storyline keeps you guessing and is full of interesting twists - but the ending left me confused. Many have predicted our world's ending, so I suppose this scenario is as plausible as any ... but it lost me in the end with the sci-fi solution. Hmm. If you're a fatalist or special effects buff, you might really enjoy it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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