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- First reviewJuly 19, 2008
- Last reviewJune 5, 2010
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Over The Top, Creepy & Fun
PostedJune 5, 2010
dsmckown
from Escondido, CA
I can't believe all the negative comments from some people about this movie. SPLICE is a perfect companion to THE FLY by David Cronenberg. It's obvious to me that's where Vincenzo Natali, SPLICE's director, got some of his inspiration for this film.
It's a fable, a tale. Of course it's over the top and ridiculous. But is it that far off from reality? It's science fiction and it pushes buttons some people don't like being pushed. For me, it was fun, daring, but never boring.
I enjoyed it very much for what it was.... smart entertainment for SCI FI horror fans. It's a thinking person's horror film. That's it. It's not SPECIES. Thank God!!
I'll probably own it on DVD when it gets released.
Just try to open your mind and have fun with it. I sure did!
Dennis
San Diego
San Diego
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Up In The Air - I am too!!
PostedDecember 13, 2009
dsmckown
from San Diego, CA
Up In The Air was a breath of fresh air because it is smart, well-crafted, well-acted and poignant too. There were times I was cracking up laughing and times when I almost cried relating to the many people in the film who were being laid off or fired from their jobs. I was laid off from my job in January 2008 and still haven't found a comparable job to what I was doing. Times are tough and this movie couldn't be more timely. Grade: A.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Riveting Modern Twist on Sci Fi
PostedAugust 15, 2009
dsmckown
from San Diego, CA
This was a riveting, harrowing and gritty twist on an alien invasion that strangely mimics how the human race would react if there really was an alien visitation such as the one depicted here. I like how the movie expects the audience to figure some things out on their own. It's a thinking persons sci fi film. My favorite kind.
This movie gives us several hints at a sequel.
I enjoyed it immensely.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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EASILY THE BEST MOVIE OF 2008!!
PostedJanuary 11, 2009
dsmckown
from San Diego, CA
have seen all the critically acclaimed movies for 2008. There were some very good movies to be sure. Many of them were good except that the plots were in some way contrived or unrealistic.
The Wrestler doesn't suffer in this way. It is very realistic and extremely well acted. It might be considered a "dude flick" but I don't care. It's just so award-worthy. It deserves to win for best picture.
No matter what you might think about Mickey Rourke, he gives one hell of a good performance here and deserves gold. Marisa Tomei was also extraordinary as well as Evan Rachel Wood.
A must see for Darren Aronofsky fans!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A CINEMATIC MASTERPIECE
PostedJuly 19, 2008
dsmckown
from San Diego, CA
Christopher Nolan has crafted a masterpiece of cinema. Performances to be remembered. Best movie of 2008 so far. Should be awarded come Oscar time.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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