Movies Reviews
Canvas (2007 Movie)
Canvas is a movie about a boy who has a mother with a serious mental illness. He cannot take care of her adequately without the help of his father, so when his father gets involved in a serious construction site accident his whole world comes crashing down. His mother …
The Cave movie
If you’re looking for a “scary” film to bore someone to death with, The Cave is the film you should rent. Otherwise, stay clear of it.
The movie focuses on a group of divers who are seeking to explore an underwater cave and encounter some supernatural creatures along the way. …
The Amazing Spider-Man 2
Before the movie The Amazing Spider-Man 2 was released in theatres and I only saw the trailer, I was anticipating spending money to watch it since I was so sure that it was going to be much better than the first. Everything from the villains to the special effects looked …
Sideways (R, 2004) movie
I had actually been dying to see this movie although I kept passing over it in my Netflix queue. I feel that you have to be in a particular mood to deal with introspective ramblings of 30ish, 40ish people traveling the country simply to taste wine and sow …
Solar Babies
If you’re looking for a movie to remind you about the worst parts of the 1980s, then you’ll want to rent the science fiction movie Solarbabies.
While the concept behind the movie is a good one, it’s set in the future and water is scarce; something that creates a world …
Ghoulies II movie
Because we had rented the first Ghoulies movie this weekend, my wife and I decided we should watch the second one too. And, we did, despite the fact we hated the first movie.
The sequel is surprisingly better than the first one. But, that really shouldn’t be saying much because …
Wedding Daze (2004)
When I came across the movie Wedding Daze on television, I thought it was the comedy starring Jason Biggs. Instead, it was a Hallmark Original movie that, for a comedy, was actually very dumb.
It’s really disappointing that an actor like John Laroquette, who made his mark as a womanizer …
The Disaster Artist (2017 Biographical Comedy-Drama Film)
A lot of biopics (or movies about real people) are made about successful people who did amazing jobs in their respective fields. I can’t think of many films that do the opposite until The Disaster Artist. A movie about director Tommy Wiseau who made the worst (as some would say) …
The Deal (movie)
Of course, I am neither a fan of films of the romance comedy genre, nor the popular romance actress Meg Ryan, but one day when I was very bored and nothing else was being aired on cable television, I decided to watch the movie “The Deal”. I had never …
Movie Scent of a Woman
I’ve seen plenty of Al Pacino films but Scent of a Woman is easily my favorite.
Even though I originally thought this was going to be a comedy, I was pleasantly surprised with the drama. Pacino plays a blind retired soldier (who we learn became blind because he screwed up) …
Altered
I first watched this low budget movie, Altered during the year 2006. A bunch of friends had managed to return safely to their hometown but all’s not that well actually because one of them was ‘retained’ by the aliens since they chose only 1 out of them all.
I think …
Music and Lyrics Movie
I have always liked Hugh Grant’s self deprecating, “am I sure this is where I should be?” persona that he brings to the characters he plays. That is not to say that he is a character actor, he seems to play the same person in every film, but …
The Princess and The Frog (2009), a Disney’s Movie
I grew up watching Disney’s movies like Snow White, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty, and I remember quite well that I enjoyed ever movie. So that when I saw the trailer of this movie, The Princess and The Frog, I couldn’t help to immediately recall the childhood of mine while …
A Night at the Roxbury
I had always heard the movie “A Night at the Roxbury” being mentioned in the media. However, I never had a chance to watch it. In fact, even if I did see it being broadcast on television I might not have watched it because it had a few actors …
Virtuosity movie
The police creates a new kind of machine, with the qualities of ALL kinds of criminals. This is supposed to be a training tool for the officers, but somehow the machine manages to escape.
Very corny, unlogical and unrealistic film with fine actors like Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe wasting …
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I Movie
I am a big fan of the Harry Potter books, and that is why I always look forward to the movies as well. Although I definitely like all the books better than the movies as there are a lot of details that the movies miss, I really do …
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994)
Kenneth Branagh’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, is one of the best Frankenstein movies that has ever been made. This movie is so powerful that it moved me in a way that no other movie ever has. It stars Robert De Niro, who is an incredibly talented actor, as …
Movie Titanic
‘Titanic’ is a superhit movie directed by James Cameron. The movie is full of adventure and romance. The movie has succeeded in captivating the hearts of the audiences. The outline of the story is nothing but a romantic tale of a rich girl and a poor boy who meet …
Lakeview Terrace (PG-13, 2008) movie
I watched this movie merely because I wanted to hear Samuel Jackson yell. Dave Chappelle was right on the money when he made fun of the way this actor yells at the the other characters in films. Sam was his usual great self …
Lake House movie
This movie is excellent.It stars Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves.It is great Sandra Bullock is from our time .Keanu Reeves is from the past.They don’t relase it untill they have mailed each other that they are at the same house just in different time zones.They …
Life in the Artic Zone documentary
My youngest son is a big fan of non-fictional films; as a result, I get “suckered” into watching them with him.
“Life in the Artic Zone” is a narrative documentary that covers the Artic region of Northern Canada. You get to spend on hour watching life as it happens in …
Scarface (1983)
Scarface, directed by Brian De Palma is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was December 9, 1983 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Crime/Drama and stars Al Pacino as Tony Montana, Steven Bauer as Manny Ribera, Michelle …
Jackass: The Movie (2002)
Jackass: The Movie, directed by Jeff Tremaine is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for dangerous, sometimes extremely crude stunts, language and nudity. The original release date for this movie was October 25, 2002 for United States audiences. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Comedy …
Happy Feet
Cut to a scene of a baby penguin being born. Named with the adoring name of Mumble. Waddling around, trying out his new feet. Cut to another scene, the same penguin, a little bit more grown up. Forbidden to dance around others, he finds a …
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
The Shawshank Redemption, directed by Frank Darabont, which is a short story by legendary novelist Stephen King is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for language and prison violence. The original release date was September 23, 1994 for United States audience. This movie falls in the …
Shawshank Redemption
Shawshank Redemption is a movie set in the 1940’s. I first saw Shawshank Redemption some 10 years ago and it quickly became one of my favorites. I watch it every time that I see it on television and I own the DVD to it. This story has one of …
Kangaroo Jack (2003)
Kangaroo Jack, directed by david McNally is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America for language, crude humor, sensuality and violence. The original release date was January 17, 2003 for United States audiences. This movie falls in the genre of Adventure/Comedy/Crime and stars Jerry O’Connell as Charlie …
Vampire Hunter D (movie 2000)
A wonderful piece of artistic vision. This film is second to none in its class of animation. The plot was beautifully done. What’s it about you ask…should I tell you, or, should I just allow you to watch the movie and be in awe at its magnificence. I’ll tell …
Love & Death on Long Island
Love & Death on Long Island is a very funny DVD movie that I don’t recommend at all. And when I said funny, it is not that feel-good funny types. Instead, it is more like the worst off funny kind that made my stomach churned while watching. …
Girl Positive (movie)
As I mentioned previously I love watching some Lifetime movies even though a lot of them aren’t necessarily up to par when it comes to acting, writing and directing. Even the storylines at time don’t even add up. However, when I watched the movie “Girl, Positive”, it was definitely …
Jaws
Jaws is probably one of the scariest movies ever made. And Jaws is also the reason I’m scared to go in the water when I’m at the beach. This movie can really scare people and really make you feel uncomfortable. I really did enjoy the music in jaws. The …
Mangal Pandey - movie
Mangal pandey, one of the so-called most awaited movies, disappoints the viewer miserably. It is slow and dragging, boring us to death. The story line is weak. You don’t even feel interested, leave alone inspired. The item number in it is disgusting!Rani looks unconvincing as a prostitue and Amisha …
In Bruges (2008)
In Bruges (2008) is a comedy by director Martin McDonagh and is rated R for strong bloody violence, pervasive language and some drug use.
In Bruges is the story of two hitmen, Ray (Colin Farrell) and Ken (Brenden Gleeson), that are sent to Bruges, a historic medival city in Belgium, …
Shadows in the Sun movie
I am reviewing the movie, Shadows in the Sun, which was released in 2006. It stars Joshua Jackson as a man named Jeremy Taylor, a guy who works at a publishing company in London. He is pressured to travel to Tuscany to get renowned writer, Welson Parish, …
The Money Pit
This 1986 Tom Hanks flick is a light comedy about the trials of a young couple who goes into debt to buy a huge house, only to discover that the house is falling apart and needs to be practically re-built. When they first see the house, Walter and Anna …
Chronicle Movie
“Chronicle” is a very encouraging type of film; especially, during its beginning scenes. It is light and witty. The film is presented in a very one-sided angle—”so to speak. The audience witnesses: shots taken by the film’s character in way of his digital camera …
Movie: Shredder (2003)
Synopsis: Six college friends (and one stranger they pick up on the way) travel to an abandoned ski resort so they can do some snowboarding. They spend the night and, the next day, are attacked one-by-one by a masked assailant on skis who appears to be punishing them for …
Night of the Living Dead, horror film by Tom Savini
I got bored the other night and picked a random DVD from my collection, by closing my eyes, opening up a page from my booklet, and pointed. The end result was the Night of the Living Dead, the 90s version. When I first saw this movie back in junior …
Meatballs
This movie was a perfect vehicle for Bill Murray, in the same sense as Caddyshack and What About Bob? Were. The only difference between those two films and Meatballs is that Meatballs had him in a more serious role, surrounded by goofballs who take up where Murray would have …
Spirit Trap
Starring: Billie Piper (Jenny), Sam Troughton (Nick), Luke Mably (Tom), Emma Catherwood (Adele), Alsou (Tina), Chike Okonkwo (Edmund Joseph)
This movie is actually not too bad; it started off as rather mundane, but the idea of an old clock that linked the past to the current is quite refreshing!
Jenny …
John Carpenter’s “The Thing” (the 1982 film)
Initially, I imagined John Carpenter’s 1982 classic “The Thing” to be an ordinary, old and spooky film. Yet, I found it intriguingly scary. I didn’t quite reach the thrill I had wanted but it was still a significant masterpiece.
I also enjoyed the characters and the setting. Both were respectable …
Romeo and Juliet Movie
A british 1960s version of the classic Shakespeare play in which Michael York and Olivia Hussey plays the leading roles of Romeo and Juliet who fall in love, but find themselves on rivaling family sides and come to understand it is an impossible love that can not last. The …
Tom and Jerry the Movie
My daughter is currently watching Tom and Jerry the Movie for the second time tonight. While she seems to enjoy the movie (which is probably the only thing that matters), I have to say I’m not a huge fan of it.
Overall, it isn’t a terrible movie, the cat and …
Hot Shots Part Deux
It’s been a while since I’ve seen the sequel to the movie Hot Shots; Hot Shots Part Deux. And I have to admit, after seeing it again this morning, it’s as good as I remember it being.
While the first Hot Shots movie made fun of the film Top Gun, …
George Lopez: America’s Mexican
I love the George Lopez shows, that air on nick. But the stand up I found kind of racy and not to funny. Some parts was more funny I enjoyed the childhood parts but overall I am glad he is proud of his race, but it got to the …
The Blind Side
The first thing that comes to mind when you mention ‘The Blind Side’ is the movie for which the actress Sandra Bullock won an Oscar for best female interpretation. This is true, however the film is much more than that. The story of this movie is so touching that …
Lake Placid 2
Lake Placid 2 is one of the funniest movies I’ve seen in a long time, which is strange because the movie isn’t supposed to be funny. It stars John Schneider from Dukes of Hazard as a small town sheriff is Maine. His ex-girlfriend comes to town to investigate rumors …
Happy Feet
From Memphis to Norma.. this movies got it all!If you’re a music lover then this movie is for you! It has all genres of music. The dialogues are witty and of course it also gets quite sentimental at times (pass me a tissue!), but overall its time and money …
The Man (2005)
The Man, directed by Les Mayfield is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for language, rude dialogue and some violence. The original release date for this movie was September 9, 2005 for United States audiences. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Comedy/Crime and stars Samuel …
Dark Knight Rises movie
And so it ends, the “greatest superhero trilogy of all time”(TM). In 2005, Nolan introduced us to his very tormented take on Batman, the focus being on Bruce Wayne and - the trilogy’s overarching theme - fear. Then, in 2008, he upped the stakes with the epic Dark Knight, …
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