Movies Reviews
A room with a view movie
An english costume drama set in the early 1900s about a young woman who’s having trouble chosing her partner. The film was directed by James Ivory, most well-known for his film The Remains of the day with Anthony Hopkins in a brilliant performance. As with that film, A room …
Dark Shadows by Tim Burton (2012)
The last thing I want to watch in a movie is another self-defying Johnny Depp playing just about any grotesque role Hollywood throws at him. Well I wound up watching just that, and the current addition to Depp’s collection of fantasy characters is Barnabas Collins in Dark Shadows. …
Relative Evil
Starring: Jonathan Tucker (JJ), Jennifer Tilly (Dot), Dan Moran (Bull), David Strathairn (Dr Charlie), Deirdre O’Connell (Phyllis)
How horrifying it is for a seventeen-year old to discover that there are people preying on his life. After coming out from rehab, JJ had hoped to pick up the pieces of …
The Cable Guy movie
This was a film that was a big disappointment for many when it came out, but has been revalued among certain people and is considered as the funniest film of the whole 1990s by some of my friends. The story is that of a cable guy played by Jim …
Meet the Robinsons
Lately, when I’ve seen a Disney cartoon, I’ve been very disappointed in it. It seems Disney makes an effort to make a children’s cartoon but, in the interest of attracting an older crowd, always tries to make the cartoon more adult. The end result is nobody really enjoys it.
Meet …
Super 8 (2011 Movie)
For me, Super 8 was surprisingly good film considering the trailer did absolutely nothing for me. From great performances to an intense build-up of suspense, it’s a very enjoyable film.
Although the film’s director, J.J. Abrams is known for his first-person photography, this movie really benefits from the fact that …
Orphan movie
Orphan was released July 24th 2009. It was directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. If you haven’t seen it yet you are not missing too much so don’t fret. This movie tried hard to come across as a horror/thriller type movie. In reality it was neither. It was more like a …
Rocky Horror Picture Show
While I’ve never felt the urge to do any cross dressing, I have to admit I’m almost as big of a fan of the Rocky Horror Picture Show as many of the people who do go that far.
I had never seen this movie until I met my wife and …
Inspector Gadget movie
Insepctor Gadget is a 1999 comedy/drama film based on the Inspector Gadget cartoon. Matthew Broderick stars as Inspector Gadget.In this film,there is an origin story to how Inspector Gadget came about.He was was once an ordinary security guard named John Brown who lived with his nephew Penny.John Brown …
Spy (2015)- Comedy Movie
Spy is a comedy movie written and directed by Paul Feig. Honestly, i was never interested in this movie but the only reason that made me watch it was Jason Statham. According to me he is the biggest attraction, though he is only present for few scenes but being his …
Orphan movie
The movie “Orphan” from 2009 was a must see for me after hearing about all the controversy surrounding it. I have heard that some were concerned that it would discourage prospective parents from adopting. I would assume, after seeing the film, that these people were basing their fears on …
Sharktopus vs. Whalewolf movie
There are good movies, there are bad movies, and then there are movies that are so bad that they’re good. These are movies that manage to entertain because of the bad acting, sub par writing, and low budget.
Lately, there has been a push to try and intentionally …
Victoria and Albert,2001 movie
This beautiful movie tells the story of Queen Victoria’s marriage to Albert, her German cousin. Victoria (Victoria Hamilton) is only 18 when she inherits the British throne. The first thing she does is breaks free from her controlling mother; then she starts learning how to be the queen. When …
Perfect Strangers
The best way to describe “Perfect Strangers” is a disturbing and shocking thriller that will keep you glued till the end of the movie. The true assets of this movie are a great script, a great director and, very importantly, a great trio of actors Sam Neill, …
Dave Chappelle: Killin’ Them Softly
Comedian Dave Chappelle performs his stand up routine in his hometown of Washington D.C. Most people know Chappelle from his popular television show called “Chappelle’s Show.” This DVD is an one full hour of pure gold. His stand up routine is the funniest that I have ever seen.
His stand …
Reindeer Games (2000)
A tale of deceit and deception takes viewers on a seemingly wild ride into the world of criminals plotting to rib a casino. How it all began, two cellmates in prison, assumed friends and always looking out for each other on the inside, came to and end when one …
To Wong Foo-movie
Tu Wong Foo,Thanks for Everything is a 1995 comedy/drama film.It follows three drag queens to a drag queen pageant in Hollywood by car.Noxeema and Vida won the trip to Hollywood but are taking a depressed Latin drag queen who with them to the competition hoping to give her confidence.On …
Fast Five Movie
I watched Fast Five on regular DVD quality. I do have a Blu-ray player, but I never purchase Blu-ray discs. To me, they are a waste of money as they are more expensive and who knows if the quality is any better. The story is basically about the formation …
Begotten movie
An experimental and surreal film from the same director who made Shadow of the vampire, the film about the chaotic way Nosferatu was created back in the 1920s. Begotten doesn’t have a definable structure or narrative. As matter of fact it doesn’t even have any dialogue. It’s all about …
IMAX theatre systems
I think the IMAX theatres are one of the best things the movie business has going for it. As we see declining sales these are going to be the things that bring people back into the theatre. I have been saying it for years–if you want people back you …
Timecop (1994)
Timecop, directed by Peter Hyams is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was September 16, 1994 for United States audience. This movie falls the the genre of Action/Science Fiction/Thriller and stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as Max Walker, Mia Sara as Melissa Walker, …
The Crooked Man
I am reviewing The Crooked Man, a Sherlock Holmes episode from the boxed set, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, produced by Granada television in 1983. This episode finds Sherlock Holmes involved with a case at Watson’s request. It involved the military, a group of people Holmes would …
Premonition
Premonition is a movie I couldn’t wait for it to come out on DVD. I love Sandra Bullock and figured that this movie would be a great one to watch. I was wrong. Very wrong. This is a movie that is almost painful to watch. It is not written …
Love Happens movie
In Love Happens, Burke Ryan (Aaron Eckhart) writes a book about successfully dealing with grief after he lost his wife. It rockets him to fame and he begins doing seminars. In the lobby of one of the hotels where he is to give a seminar, he meets …
The Thing With Two Heads-movie
The Thing with Two Heads is a 1972 drama/horror film starring the African American actor Rosie Grier.It is about a bigoted white doctor ,Dr Maxwell, who needs a serious operation to recover from an illness.he gets the idea of having someone donate a body to him.he will attach his …
Apocalypto (spoilers)
Apocalypto must be one of the funniest movies I’ve seen this year. The problem is, it wasn’t supposed to be a comedy. But I couldn’t help but burst out laughing towards the end of the film. It just was too much, by that time.
First off, the …
London to Brighton (2006) Movie
I thought this was an excellent film and it kept me totally gripped from beginning to end, but I would warn you that the subject matter of this film is repulsive and it is as gritty as —˜Nil By Mouth’. We are plunged into the world of London …
All About Steve
I enjoy Sandra Bullock movies, because they are generally lighthearted, feel-good romps which also teach a lesson, however cliché, about human nature and kindness. Although she has recently begun to choose roles a little more serious and substantial than her usual romantic comedies, I knew All About Steve would …
Step Up Movie
This is actually a pretty old movie and the first movie that I had ever seen Channing Tatum in. Now, he is more popular than ever, but when this movie came out, I don’t think he was all that popular. Anyway, this is probably the movie that picked up …
Shaun of the Dead
Shaun of the Dead is a British romantic comedy/horror film featuring Simon Pegg as the bumbling slacker Shaun who is forced to save his family and friends from a town full of bloodthirsty zombies. While this movie sports lots of zombie gore, it is almost cartoonish or Monty …
Pan’s Labyrinth
When I saw Pan’s Labyrinth, I was expecting a story about a little girl retreating into her elaborate fantasy world. I would have been happy with just that, but Pan’s Labyrinth was so much more.
In the beginning of the movie we are introduced to Ofelia and her mother, who …
Taxi Driver (1976)
Taxi Driver, directed by Martin Scorsese is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was February 8, 1976 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Crime/Drama/Thriller and stars Robert De Niro as Travis Bickle, Cybill Shepherd as Betsy, Peter …
Where Have All the People Gone movie
From 1974, Where Have All the People Gone is a movie I’ve remembered well from its original airing on television. Back in the day, this was actually one of those movies that showed up late night all the time. Peter Graves stars as Steven Anders, the father …
Broken Arrow : The fight for Nukes
I am a huge fan of John Travolta and Broken Arrow provided me the best of him and so the movie counts as one of my favourite movies. The movie is based on stolen Nuclear Bombs that are at a huge risk getting activated and hence blowing up a …
Swing Hostess movie
Swing Hostess, a 1944 musical film, felt very much like a predecessor to Singing in the Rain to me. I thought of that almost all the way through, although it wasn’t the same story exactly.
One of the things I really liked about his movie was seeing how the …
Superman The Movie
There are bigger budget superhero movies today but the first Superman movie is still the one they need to live up to.
This film is a classic and it was the role Christopher Reeve was born to play. It did a great job explaining Superman’s origins and childhood while still …
Sharukh Khan
Sharukh khan is one of the most popular actor of bollywood he started his carrier from TV serial and latter graduated to films. The debut film being raju ban gaya gentlemen. He clicked from his very first film and never saw back from there own. He has given a …
Havoc (R, 2005) movie
Anne Hathaway stars as queen bee of her little crew in this film about white suburban kids in L.A. who are completely immersed in black culture. Films like “Black and White” capture this kind of phenomenon better. But Havoc shows the West Coast side of things. …
A history of violence
Painfully powerfull. In a world where special effects have replaced good old fashion acting and writing this movie stands alone and swings at the audiences mind. Knocking us back to a world where good old fashion sweat and curage rule!
The timing of this thriller holds the audience suspended …
Zabriskie Point movie
Michelangelo Antonioni’s film about the desolated american youth and the influence of narcotica. A couple of rebellious young people escape from the big city out to the desert and runs around there for a while. Meanwhile they are suspected for criminal activities and chased by the police. That is …
Black Cat Episode 2
Black Cat Episode 2 begins with a man attacking a girl; the policeman finds him and gets attacked by the man who says he’ll burn the skin off his face. Sven, desperately in need of cash aids a girl in distress and decides to help her find her …
Religulous documentary
This is an excellent documentary - not only is it a must see but it is a must buy for your video library. I would warn though, for people who are religious - a lot of content may be viewed as offensive. In the documentary Bill Maher …
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, directed by Tim Storyis rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America for sequences of action violence, some mild language and innuendo. The original release date was June 13, 2007 for Jamaican audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Adventure/Fantasy/Science …
Cyborg (1989)
Cyborg, directed by Albert Pyun is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was April 7, 1989 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Science Fiction and stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as Gibson Rickenbacker, Deborah Richter as Nady Simmons, …
Tangerine (2015 Film)
The talk about “a film shot entirely with an iPhone 5S” stunned me last year. I know it is an indie (independent film) but still, the thought that almost everyone can make a glorious film without ever spending big is a big news for me. I have been very interested …
The Handmaiden (2016 Foreign Film)
I have been longing for this holiday break because my movies watchlist is getting longer and longer. I have more than 50 films to watch out of passion but as soon as the school year starts again next month, I may have trouble watching them all.
Last night I chose to …
Persona movie
Regarded by many as Ingmar Bergman’s best film and also one of the best “art” films ever made. It is a complex film about dimensions, simply put, where two women is the center of Bergman’s focus. Liv Ullman and Bibi Andersson portrait two very different women, one of them …
She’s The Man (2006)
I always love the movie about a woman who disquises as a man with a special purpose and this movie really gives me what I expect.
It is about Viola, a girl who wants to prove to her boyfriend that woman can beat man in football game and that’s why, …
The Runaways (movie)
I would not go as far as saying that I am a fan of the musician Joan Jett, since I still have not heard very many of her songs. However, the few I knew from her were done by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts and not her first band …
abalonemoon.com
Abalone Moon is an excellent example of a literary e-zine. The URL address is http://www.abalonemoon.com and I thoroughly examined this e-zine on the 16th of April. As stated by Abalone Moon, they publish “poetry, interviews, prose, essays, reviews, photography and visual art.” It also states a central theme. …
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