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- First reviewJune 24, 2008
- Last reviewJuly 21, 2008
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The Dark Knight
PostedJuly 21, 2008
Teeps
from westwood, ma
This is no superhero movie, but it may well be a super-villain movie. I can’t think of many films that focus as much on the bad guy as they do on the good, and in the Dark Knight it’s hard to blame them. Heath Ledger is insidiously creepy in his final performance as the joker. Although the Dark Knight is plot heavy, when it comes to examining the motivations behind the characters’ actions, the film is wonderfully complex and profound. The joker is given some of the best lines to ever be delivered in a comic book movie and Heath Ledger does not fail to capitalize. With such a deeply talented cast this needed to be a long movie because it allows time for all of the characters to shine. The Dark Knight is a haunting experience that will remain with you long after you see it and is the best live action film so far this year.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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One for the freaks...
PostedJuly 14, 2008
Teeps
from westwood, ma
Hellboy 2 surpasses it’s predecessor in some areas while falling short in others. To put it simply, Hellboy is a feast for the eyes. From “tooth faires” to ogres with mechanical arms, giant plants and a mechanical golden army, Hellboy abounds in creativity. Director Guillermo Del Toro unleashed his imagination on this story and with great success. As creative as the visuals are, I wish I could say the same for the script. The movie tries a little too hard to be funny at some points and focuses too much on romance as opposed to some of the more interesting themes and ideas that are briefly addressed. There’s a lot to like about Hellboy 2 and this series has plenty of story left for a third installment.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Thank You Pixar
PostedJuly 4, 2008
Teeps
from westwood, ma
Wall-E is by far the best film I have seen this summer and the best computer animated film I have seen since Finding Nemo. The visual story telling implemented in this film was a brilliant decision. I was more moved by these two animated characters who could scarcely communicate more than the other’s name then by any other verbose human couple that I can remember. Although it’s not fair to say this, no other film has a prayer of winning best animated feature at the Oscars. However, I would like to take it a step further. I would like to see this film nominated for best picture. It’s that good. Wall-E is capable of melting the heart of even the most cold-blooded, love despising villain and should not be missed by anyone.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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I wanted violent and I got it.
PostedJune 29, 2008
Teeps
from westwood, ma
For anyone out there growing tired of timid family movies this summer, look no further than Wanted. This film is packed with over the top action and violence, and garnished with obscene language as well. I would describe Wanted as the polar opposite to Narnia: Prince Caspian in the sense that although they are both action films, the former is cold blooded and visceral while the latter is warm and fuzzy. Wanted also benefits from a sense of humor and two talented, charismatic leads in Angelina Joli and James MacEnvoy. So for anyone who felt somewhat unfulfilled by the approaches of films such as The Hulk, Narnia, and Indiana Jones, give Wanted a shot. It might be just what your looking for.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Needs Smarter Writing
PostedJune 24, 2008
Teeps
from westwood, ma
This summer comedy last nearly two hours which gives it ample opportunity to incite a rise out of the audience. Every minute of this film is crammed with attemps at humor and it's fatal flaw is that the vast majority of these attempts are failures. The opening scene features Steve Carrel making his way through a series of exaggerrated security doorways to get to his office. We get the idea easily enough, "they're poking fun at secret agent movies that take themselves too seriously!" But unfortunately this scene sets the tone for most of the ensuring ones because it is a complete dud as far as jokes go. And although I sympathise with viewers who will notice how hard it is for Ann Hathaway to feign attraction to Steve Carrel, inronically it's the script's lack of cleverness that prevents Get Smart from being more than a dumb summer comedy.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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