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- First reviewApril 7, 2008
- Last reviewJuly 30, 2010
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5
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5
It lived up to all the hype and good reviews.
PostedJanuary 10, 2010
Movies aren't supposed to be huge weekly box office hits in their fourth week. Someone forgot to tell all the people crowding the theatre about that.
Everyone is talking about the spectacular special effects. Yes. They are that good.
I've read the "This movie is just Pochahantas in space" posts on Facebook. It isn't. Sure there are elements that make one think of other films, but this film isn't Tron or Ferngully either. This film is Avatar.
The story is deep, revealed at just the right pace, and engaging from start to finish.
Are there political messages? Yes. Are there environmental messages? Yes. It this great entertainment with themes worth discussing? Yes.
Everyone is talking about the spectacular special effects. Yes. They are that good.
I've read the "This movie is just Pochahantas in space" posts on Facebook. It isn't. Sure there are elements that make one think of other films, but this film isn't Tron or Ferngully either. This film is Avatar.
The story is deep, revealed at just the right pace, and engaging from start to finish.
Are there political messages? Yes. Are there environmental messages? Yes. It this great entertainment with themes worth discussing? Yes.
Loved it. I can't wait for the next chapter.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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5
Intensity, intelligence, special fx & a great film
PostedJanuary 9, 2010
Robert Downey Jr. is simply a magnificent actor. Having him play an out of control Holmes seems a perfect choice.
I loved the "here's what I'll do" and "watch me do it" scenes -- brilliant!
The chemistry between Holmes and Waston -- well done!
Rachel McAdams continues to bring believable characters to the screen.
I'm normally not interested in period films -- this one has changed my mind.
I loved the "here's what I'll do" and "watch me do it" scenes -- brilliant!
The chemistry between Holmes and Waston -- well done!
Rachel McAdams continues to bring believable characters to the screen.
I'm normally not interested in period films -- this one has changed my mind.
There wasn't, of course, enough Moriarty. But I'm sure there will be as this film seems to be the beginning of a series.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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5
Oscar-worthy Clooney - depressing movie
PostedJanuary 8, 2010
Pre-movie conversation with George Clooney and his agent: GC: "I want to make one of those really good, kind of depressing movies where I get to play a character that will be natural for me, but still a little bit of a stretch. That way I can win some awards." A: "Up in the Air will be perfect."
(Mild spoiler?) There are a few moments in this film that give you hope for the central characters. You tend to forget them, tho.
I love the entire supporting cast.
There is so much hurt and defeat and sadness in this film I feel bad for thinking that it's a good movie.
The movie ends by remaining true to the title.
(Mild spoiler?) There are a few moments in this film that give you hope for the central characters. You tend to forget them, tho.
I love the entire supporting cast.
There is so much hurt and defeat and sadness in this film I feel bad for thinking that it's a good movie.
The movie ends by remaining true to the title.
Great film. I'm not so sure you should go see it, however.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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3
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5
A munked-up High School Musical meets Karate Kid
PostedJanuary 2, 2010
OK -- this isn't a great movie, but it is entertaining.
Jason Lee must've asked to shoot his scenes in under a week.
Zachary Levi is the best part of the movie -- unless you really love Chipmunk music
Anjelah Johnson is going to be a big star this year.
Most obvious product placements: Woot.com and Wii.
Nascar fans got a cameo from Digger the gopher cam mascot? What's up with that?
Jason Lee must've asked to shoot his scenes in under a week.
Zachary Levi is the best part of the movie -- unless you really love Chipmunk music
Anjelah Johnson is going to be a big star this year.
Most obvious product placements: Woot.com and Wii.
Nascar fans got a cameo from Digger the gopher cam mascot? What's up with that?
There's enough interest and enough stories to tell for another. If they wait a little longer I probably won't have to see it, tho.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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5
This film truly works for all ages!
PostedSeptember 25, 2009
Leave it to a cartoon to make a grown man living in a treehouse in his Dad's backyard a little less creepy than it might have been.
Whenever Steve the Monkey 'shouted' out "Steve!" I simultaneously thought of the movies "Multiplicity" and "Up."
Mr. T deserves a significant award for his portrayal of Earl Deveraux -- maybe a Kid's Choice Award for favorite voice from an animated movie. He presence changes this movie from good to great.
I think I laughed the hardest when Steve was throwing chocolate ice cream balls.
Whenever Steve the Monkey 'shouted' out "Steve!" I simultaneously thought of the movies "Multiplicity" and "Up."
Mr. T deserves a significant award for his portrayal of Earl Deveraux -- maybe a Kid's Choice Award for favorite voice from an animated movie. He presence changes this movie from good to great.
I think I laughed the hardest when Steve was throwing chocolate ice cream balls.
I don't know why this movie was relegated to the September throwaway releases. It's a great film!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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3
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5
Gore & social commentary in a film that stays
PostedAugust 26, 2009
* I was engaged by the ceaseless violence and the journey of the main character from kind-looking but hiddenly ruthless government agent to hunted victim to sacrificial hero, but I wasn't sure what to do with it all.
* For a low-budget film, the special effects were amazingly realistic.
* I've read that there is enough footage from shooting this film to make at least a couple of more. I'd like to see the parts of the story I missed.
* No notable actors in this film, but I was impressed by Sharlto Copley as Wikus Van De Merwe
* For a low-budget film, the special effects were amazingly realistic.
* I've read that there is enough footage from shooting this film to make at least a couple of more. I'd like to see the parts of the story I missed.
* No notable actors in this film, but I was impressed by Sharlto Copley as Wikus Van De Merwe
A couple of weeks later and I'm still thinking about it -- this film has staying power.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Overall rating
4
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5
"The same emotional power of the novel
PostedAugust 14, 2009
* There's a disjointedness in this film -- and it is very well done!
* This isn't the first 'time travel date movie,' but I'm pretty sure it's my favorite.
* Eric Bana's and Rachel McAdams' onscreen chemistry is superb.
* Not really a spoiler- (but maybe just a little)- I liked the film's ending better.
* This isn't the first 'time travel date movie,' but I'm pretty sure it's my favorite.
* Eric Bana's and Rachel McAdams' onscreen chemistry is superb.
* Not really a spoiler- (but maybe just a little)- I liked the film's ending better.
"Loved the book, loved the film -- and I'm really looking forward to Ms. Niffenegger's new novel."
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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5
Not a masterpiece, but a good HP screen story
PostedJuly 22, 2009
This story is told without the aid of excellent acting -- almost none of the players in this movie give anything more than adequate performances.
The exception? Jim Broadbent as Professor Horace Slughorn
The real storytelling in this movie has been done with lighting, camera angles, camera movements and music.
Those who have not read the books may be a little confused at times, but have patience -- most will be revealed by the end of this film
The exception? Jim Broadbent as Professor Horace Slughorn
The real storytelling in this movie has been done with lighting, camera angles, camera movements and music.
Those who have not read the books may be a little confused at times, but have patience -- most will be revealed by the end of this film
I'm still looking forward to the two-part ending!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4
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5
Oscar-worthy performances in a film worth seeing
PostedJuly 3, 2009
There's a quiet anger running through this film - sometimes it bursts out into the open, but most often it is simmering just under the surface.
The same can be said for s*xual tension in the film.
At least two theatre scenes -- The first one (with the blue lights on the ceiling) was filmed in the Paramount in Aurora. All the theatre scenes looked great.
In the same way - the costumes, scenery - everything visual in the movie is tremendous.
Those Oscar-worthy performances? I'd say Depp as Dillinger, Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis and Marion Cotillard as Billie Frechette
The same can be said for s*xual tension in the film.
At least two theatre scenes -- The first one (with the blue lights on the ceiling) was filmed in the Paramount in Aurora. All the theatre scenes looked great.
In the same way - the costumes, scenery - everything visual in the movie is tremendous.
Those Oscar-worthy performances? I'd say Depp as Dillinger, Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis and Marion Cotillard as Billie Frechette
One of the better films I've seen this summer.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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2
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5
A bit funny, offensive, stupid and not that good
PostedJune 19, 2009
I think this movie could have had a lot more fun with the 'stories from the Bible' idea -- like in Life of Brian, History of the World, Part 1 or even Wholly Moses. This one didn't work.
What Bible stories are referenced? The tree of knowledge of good and evil, Cain and Abel, Abraham and Isaac, and a bit of Sodom and Gomorrah.
As bad as this movie is, Hank Azaria's portrayal of Abraham made me laugh.
Ex-Football player Matthew Willig does pretty well as Marlak
This movie is definitely not as bad as Land of the Lost.
I hope the rest of the films I've selected for this summer are better!
What Bible stories are referenced? The tree of knowledge of good and evil, Cain and Abel, Abraham and Isaac, and a bit of Sodom and Gomorrah.
As bad as this movie is, Hank Azaria's portrayal of Abraham made me laugh.
Ex-Football player Matthew Willig does pretty well as Marlak
This movie is definitely not as bad as Land of the Lost.
I hope the rest of the films I've selected for this summer are better!
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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