Movies Reviews
Whisper (R, 2007)
I usually am a little apprehensive about “no-name” horror films. But I gave this one a shot. I am glad that I did because this movie was more interesting than I thought it would be. The plot is fairly simple: a group of …
Legal Eagles Movie
The Legal Eagles movie is the kind of movie that is still interesting to watch even many years after it was made. It is still thrilling and intriguing even when there is a major development in technology and forensic science, and our cultural tastes and notions about art change. …
The Road (John Hillcoat, 2010) movie
This is one of those movies that I would rate pretty highly, but can’t actually recommend. You would recommend a film by saying something like “Yeh, it’s great - go see it.” or ‘Yeh, it’s really funny” or “Yeh, it’s really romantic and sweet” etc etc.
For The Road I …
Return of the King movie
I am reviewing the last installment of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings series, The Return of the King, which was released around 2003. This is by far my favorite in the series. This movie focuses on Frodo’s continuous battle with the ring’s power on him, the power of …
Blood: The Last Vampire Anime Movie
Blood: The Lat Vampire is an anime movie from Japan about a girl named Saya who battles evil vampires who hunt people at night on the American Yokota Air Base in Pre-Vietnam War Japan. She goes undercover as a high school student to search for vampires and ends …
Sparkling Cyanide movie
Sparkling Cyanide from 1983 was surprisingly entertaining in my opinion. The story is taken from the Agatha Christie novel, and I’ve actually read that viewers well acquainted with the mystery novel say the movie is not in line with the book and shouldn’t even have Christie’s name on …
The Bounty (1984)
The Bounty, directed by Roger Donaldson is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was May 4, 1984 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Adventure/Drama/History and stars Mel Gibson as Fletcher Christian, Sir Anthony Hopkins as Lt. William …
Elizabeth 1st: The Golden Age
Last evening I watched the movie Elizabeth 1st: The Golden Age.
I usually as a rule like period piece movies. However, I thought even though Cate Blanchett did a good job of acting the part of
Elizabeth the 1st and the costumes were extravagant, the movie was merely mediocre. Some …
Master And Commander; the Far Side of the World
Master And Commander; The Far Side of the World is a movie based on the novels of Patrick O’Brian. The major plot is based on the novel “The Far Side of the World”, although additional material is taken from other O’Brian books including Master and Commander and HMS …
Movie Ever After
At first, i was hesitant to watch this kind of movie. I was thinking that it was just an ordinary cinderella story that i had known since i was a kid. Until one day, my siblings are watching “Ever After” and i have no choice but to …
Mr. Destiny
My favorite comedy of all times is Mr. Destiny. It is about a guy who wonders what would have happened if he hit a baseball back in high school and then one day he finds out. It was a bad day when his car broke down in front …
Fred Claus
I watched “Fred Claus” today with my family. It was an overall pretty good movie. I wouldn’t give it a ten or anything but it is worth watching, especially around the holidays and Christmas. It has Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamitti, Kevin Spacey, and Kathy Bates. You would think with …
Movie He’s Just Not That Into You
He may not be that into you, but I was completely “into” this movie. An adorable adaptation from the book, this die-hard chick flick follows the love lives (with all their ups and downs) of several hapless singles. He loves her, but she loves the other guy, who’s married …
Twilight Zone movie
In 1983, a film was released as a movie to a television show which had been popular for about twenty four years in the United States and a few other places around the world. This popular television show was called “The Twilight Zone”. Many people liked it because it …
The Debt, movie (2011)
Ever since her turn as the title role in 2006’s The Queen, she has allowed herself to take roles that women younger than her would kill for. Many times you hear actresses complain that they don’t get the roles they used to because of their age. If …
Guyver (1991)
Guyver, directed by Screaming Mad George and Steve Wang is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for violence. The original release date was not specified for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Comedy/Science Fiction and stars Jack Armstrong as Sean Barker aka …
Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July
Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July is a two hour holiday movie that I enjoy. I just viewed it thi afternoon.
Rudolph and Frosty team up to help Milton, the flying ice cream man. It seems the Circus by the Sea is in trouble financially.
The evil Winterbolt …
RV (Robin Williams) movie
When RV came out at the theaters, I avoided it like the plague. I like Robin Williams but I have been very disappointed by his comedies in the past.
After seeing it on DVD this past weekend, I was sorry it took me so long to see it.
I was always …
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
“The Wizard of Oz” is one of the best MGM musicals of all time and a film that continues to cross generational lines. I read somewhere that they had originally wanted Shirley Temple to play the part of Dorothy. As talented a child actress as Temple was, …
Alot Like Love (2005 movie)
Love is a complicated matter…and this movie shows just how complicated it can get. Mixed signals…lack of communication…looking for love in all the wrong places…having to make terrible decisions…the list goes on and on. This movie would have done much better if it was just a drama. The comedy …
Street Kings movie
Keanu Reeves has pulled off another great movie. Keanu Reeves has shown that he can stand in other films besides the Matrix and romance films. My wife and I went to see this movie without knowing what to expect. Although the action seemed a little shy in this …
Let Me In-movie
Let Me In is a 2010 horror/drama film about vampires.The plot is generally about a young boy named Owen who his constantly being bullied in school.He eventually befriends a 12 year old girl named Abby who is a vampire and needs blood to live.She has a middle aged father …
The Yes Men documentary
‘The Yes Men’ is a documentary about a group of activists whose main area of interest is so-called culture jamming. Generally speaking, the purpose of their activities is to create a special kind of spectacle, which would undermine the very basic assumptions concerning our culture, politics, economy etc. and …
Ballad of a Soldier movie
Ballad of a Soldier is a russian film about the life of a young russian man and his the futility of war. It was made in a time when the artistic freedom in soviet union had increased, and a lot of interesting cinema appeared as a result. It’s something …
Seven Pounds Movie
When asked Will Smith on what this story was all about, he said he couldn’t really tell as the narration would give away the story itself! I was really curiuos and knowing Will to be a very good actor, I watched this in anticipation.
I honestly didn’t get the …
Grandma’s Boy movie
A couple years ago when I had all of the movie channels they played this on one of them and I ended up watching it. It was better than I thought it was going to be. I really only started watching it because there was nothing else better on. …
Mister Roberts movie
I am reviewing the movie, Mister Roberts, which was created back in 1955. Although an oldie, it is definitely a goodie. I accidently came across this movie on television about six years ago, and I immediately was hooked. This movie is filled with brilliant actors, including Henry …
The Princess Bride Movie
I have watched the movie The Princess Bride countless times now. And, I have to say, even after seeing it more times than just about any other movie (including Star Wars), this film is still as good as it was the first time I saw it.
The thing I like …
Baise Moi (movie)
“Baise Moi” is a French movie I watched with English subtitles after a friend recommended it to me. I’d rather not reveal what the title translates to in English here, since it would be extremely inappropriate, however, if the curiosity is too great one can simply go to Google …
The Last Airbender the movie
The live-action adaptation of Nickelodeon’s “Avatar: The Last Airbender”, written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, certainly leaves much to be desired. The premise of the movie retains the same plotline as the cartoon. After100 years of being trapped beneath the ice, Avatar Aang has awoken to …
The Heiress
There is something about these old, black-and-white movies that many contemporary films seem to lack. Depth? Profoundness? The highest quality? Something like that. Granted, not every black and white movie is excellent by definition; I’ve seen some that were rather boring, or so naive that it was almost impossible …
Nicholas Nickleby Movie
“Nicholas Nickleby” starring Charlie Hunnam is a fairly decent adaptation of Charles Dickens’s novel, although a lot has been left out due to time constraints. Mini-series work much better to translate Dickens’s 800-900 pages long masterpieces to the screen.
Charlie Hunnam plays the 18 year old Nicholas, a young man …
Outcast, Movie
There is no denying Nic Cage’s indefatigable work ethic, although even his staunchest fans must concede that some of his performances are at best, curiosities, to be enjoyed much in the same way that people would regard bearded ladies in the Victorian Freak Shows of times past.
This film …
Unstoppable ( 2010 Movie )
It was one of the box office hits following its release date. The movie stars Denzel Washington and Chris Pine. The movie is set in a rail yard in Pennsylvania. It started when a train used for transport was asked to make way for an incoming train full of school …
The Wrestler (2008) Movie
I recorded this movie on Sky Plus and then did not watch it for the longest time, until recently. This is because despite the fact that it stars Mickey Rourke - one of my most favourite actors - I did prejudge that, despite all the critics raving about …
Midnight Lace movie
In 1960, Doris Day starred in a mystery thriller called Midnight Lace. It’s definitely more intense and dramatic than what Day was known for traditionally. She handles the work very well; it’s just not my kind of movie. Day, in fact, was nominated for Best Actress …
XXX
After a few movies, Vin Diesel became hollywood’s leading man for a hot minute. He was cast in Saving Private Ryan, which was an absolute brilliant movie starring Tom Hanks. And he was also in the Fast and the Furious with Paul Walker. After declining a role in the …
Swordfish (2001)
Swordfish, directed by Dominic Sena is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for violence, language and some sexuality and nudity. The original release date was June 8, 2001 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Thriller/Crime and stars John Travolta as Gabriel …
The Recruit (2003)
I have made some harsh statements as it relates to the acting prowess of Colin Farrell and for that I must say LOL, I got you didn’t I? Even though this movie was a lot better than most of his movies, and he managed to show that he can …
The Imitation Game, movie
“The Imitation Game” has proven to be one of this year’s top contenders at the more significant film award ceremonies. Does the film, however, truly live up to its praise? The film explores the life of Alan Turing and his experiences in attempting to break the ENIGMA code of …
Beast Wars: Transformers - The Complete First Season
The first season of Beast Wars: Transformers is my second favorite season of the three season series. I like the blend of action, comedy, and the story arcs that the writers began to build and develop in this season that would carry over into the following seasons. The DVD …
The Guardian Movie
I only watched The Guardian because one of the main stars is Kevin Costner. I’ve liked him for a long time, even though not all of his movies have been the best. I knew from the previews that Ashton Kutcher was in the movie too, but I still wanted …
Om Jai Jagadish (movie)
I watched Om Jai Jagadish on TV. It is a nice film. The movie is based on the life of three brothers of very different nature and their mother. The three brothers in the film called Om, Jai and Jagadish has different nature but still they are united inspite …
The Fourth Kind Motion Picture
This is a very interesting movie. I thought it would be like other movies that are based on true stories where it is all acted out and would maybe have some interviews with real people involved with the story in the special features, but that is not …
Happy Feet
‘Happy Feet’, is movie with foot tapping music and wonderful animation.
A movie for everyone with a message to do what you want to and not what you are forced to. Your weakness is your strength and nothing and nothing can come across your path if you have a …
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Saving Private Ryan (1998) is a drama film by acclaimed director Steven Spielberg and is rated R by the MPAA.
Saving Private Ryan is the story of a unit led by Captain John Miller (Tom Hanks) who’s orders are to track down a Private Ryan (Matt Damon) so he can …
Bachelor Party 2 - The Last Temptation
Ok so they had to make another Bachelor Party A sequel to the 1984 Tom Hanks hit about an out of control bachelor party in the Biltmore hotel in LA. The only thing this movie uses from the original is the title so if you expect …
Gridiron Gang Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
I loved this movie because it showed that you can discipline with a heart. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson portrayed a great role model who cared about others. Despite the fact that these kids had major issues with the law and had been given up on, he decides to take …
Fire Down Below (1997)
This movie is about a federal agent who is most in touch with the environment and will stop at nothing to make sure that the world is a safe place to live and the drinking water is uncontaminated by greedy people who are only trying to make millions of …
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