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- Review count17
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- First reviewApril 7, 2008
- Last reviewMarch 23, 2013
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating4.1
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Leo DiCaprio at his Best
PostedFebruary 22, 2010
I would safely give this movie 4 1/2 stars.
Shutter Island was a well crafted psychological thriller which showcased the talents of its excellent cast and whose atmospheric cinematography and locations were almost equal players in the proceedings.
With its many twists and turns and the guidance of old hand Martin Scorsese, it keeps you guessing until the end, although the many clues throughout make you go back and say "aha....I should have seen that coming."
The lead roles as well as the supporting cast were top notch. If you like thrillers, you'll enjoy this movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Slick, Entertaining Thriller
PostedNovember 8, 2009
An avid moviegoer, had I listened to the mainstream critics I wouldn't have gone near this one. Fortunately, I decided to see it anyway. I was rewarded by a very entertaining movie and some decent performances by the principals.
Were it not for some small plot holes, I would have rated it excellent for keeping me on the edge of my seat and for giving me exactly what I go to the movies for... sheer entertainment, an involving story and interesting characters. Gerard Butler was especially good as the damaged and sympathetic (up to a point) antagonist.
Good supporting cast and great atmospheric location shots of Philly.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Left me with the blahs.
PostedNovember 8, 2009
While humorous and satirical, it was slow in places and a little disjointed. I enjoyed the performances, but perhaps I was in the mood for something a little more involving and, though I laughed in the appropriate places throughout, it left me with a blah feeling when I walked out of the theater.
Ewan McGregor's was the only really involving character in the story and I think that was the problem.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Intelligent, non-stop action....
PostedNovember 30, 2008
...in this mostly well done and exciting movie.
Leonardo DiCaprio continues to show us his range and skill as an actor and Russell Crow gives his usual, almost effortless turn as his boss.
This is an intelligent movie that doesn't pander to the lowest common denominator, but I fear it may be too real and too close to home to appeal to the escapist mentality of a lot of filmgoers.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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W Delivers!
PostedNovember 30, 2008
Oliver Stone and Josh Brolin team together to give us an entertainingly good time in this sympathetic view of the mostly clueless, bull-headed forty-third President of the United States.
I'm not sure whether it is fortunate or unfortunate that they make him sympathetic, with the mess we are in as a country, but it is undoubtedly a tribute to Brolin's own likability quotiant that allows us to feel for the beleagured and out of his depth Bush. He gives us an excellent performance and it is easy to see why he is a rising star in the Hollywood firmament.
The supporting players are very good, especially James Crommwell as the Elder Bush and Elizebeth Banks as Laura Bush.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Oscar worthy performances..
PostedNovember 30, 2008
...starting with Sean Penn who IS Milk in a beautifully realized performance that pulls out all the stops. He did his homework and not only mastered this character's mannerisms, but brought his perseverance and kind heart to life again as a champion for a fight that is still very timely and real for some of our citizens.
All the other performances were terrific, with Franco, Luna, Hirsch, and especially Brolin as the confused and disturbed White to round out this memorable group of charcters that were part of a historical event that still resonates today.
I recommend it highly.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Charming and Entertaining
PostedApril 7, 2008
Although this movie is geared towards a younger audience, it has it's allure for the adult audience as well. With whimsical characters and exotic locations, the writers have managed to create a lovely little world that pulls you in and entertains you.
The actors all do a good job in their respective roles. Abigail Breslin is a delight, as always, in the title role of Nim and both Jody Foster and 300's Gerard Butler both show us they can entertain us in a different genre then we are used to seeing them. Foster is convincing in this comedic turn as writer Alexandra Rover and the charming Scottish Butler, in a dual role as Nim's father and Foster's adventureous alterego, shows us glimpses of why he has suddenly become Hollywood's new "go to" leading man.
This movie works as family entertainment, but there is something for everyone to enjoy, as evidenced by the adult turnout in the theatres.
The actors all do a good job in their respective roles. Abigail Breslin is a delight, as always, in the title role of Nim and both Jody Foster and 300's Gerard Butler both show us they can entertain us in a different genre then we are used to seeing them. Foster is convincing in this comedic turn as writer Alexandra Rover and the charming Scottish Butler, in a dual role as Nim's father and Foster's adventureous alterego, shows us glimpses of why he has suddenly become Hollywood's new "go to" leading man.
This movie works as family entertainment, but there is something for everyone to enjoy, as evidenced by the adult turnout in the theatres.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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