Movies Reviews
Who’s Harry Crumb (1989)
This is a comedy starring John Candy and he plays a very stupid private investigator in this movie. Truthfully, I didn’t find this movie very funny or entertaining. That is sad as I normally enjoy movies with John Candy. He did the acting well enough but I just didn’t …
On the Outs (R, 2004) movie
I had never heard of this movie before. But when I saw that it was about three troubled teenaged girls on the East Coast, I was immediately intrigued. This is because independent films featuring adolescents in New York or New Jersey (which this story took place) …
Girl Next Door (R, 2007) movie
I watched “American Crime” a film featuring Catherine Keener as Gertrude Banieszewski. This film was based on the horribly true story of Sylvia Likens. She was a 16 year old girl who was tortured and beaten to death in the 1960s. This film is …
Next (2007)
“Next,” released in April 2007, features Nicolas Cage as a Las Vegas magician who has a unique gift: he can see into the future. Not very far, only two minutes. However, even this can be enough to, say, prevent a crime. But Chris, the magician, does not want to …
Grumpy Old Men
I am reviewing the movie, Grumpy Old men starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau. This movie is about what the title suggests: a couple of grumpy old men. These men are both friends and rivals, and their rivalry will have you laughing your eyes out. Max Goldman and …
Kids in the Hall Season 2 DVD
I remember watching Kids in the Hall when I was growing up. We had a late night television station that ran the episodes in their edited form, and I always loved the show. The show was centered around a group of sketch comedians from Canada, and each had their …
The Red Squirrel movie
The second full feature film of spanish poetic filmmaker Julio Medem tells the story of a man and a woman meeting each by blind chance and ending up a couple as the woman lost her memory right before their meeting. They go on a camping trip together, and the …
Eclipse
I have read all of the Twilight series books by Stephenie Meyer. I have also seen all three of the movies that have been made from the books. Eclipse by far is my favorite of the three. The acting in it was much better than in the first two …
One Hundred Men And A Girl movie
One Hundred Men And A Girl is an old film, made in 1937, about a girl who organizes an orchestra. The girl, Patsy, pulls together the orchestra because Patsy and her father need the work, as do the group of musicians, who are all without jobs at the present. …
Cradle 2 the Grave (2003)
Cradle 2 the Grave, directed by Andrzej Barthowiak is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for violence, language and some sexual content. The original release date was February 28, 2003 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Crime/Drama/Thriller and stars Jet Li …
The Holiday movie
The Holiday is a movie about two women who switch houses for a holiday. Both are rather depressed and without partners, and in need of a big change in their lives. Cameron Diaz plays the frustrated Amanda, and Kate Winslet plays Iris. Iris seems overall more stable and centered …
Eyes without a face movie
A saw the Criterion Collection dvd of this visually breathtaking film a while ago. It was directed by Georges Franju, a french filmmaker working indepently from the new wave directors in the sixties. Eyes without a face is a horror-filled story about a plastic surgeon who kidnaps young girls, …
Scary Movie IV
A friend was nice enough to offer to take me to see “Scary Movie, IV.” I have always enjoyed the spoof movies, such as “Airplane,” and my friend said that those writers were also involved in the “Scary Movie IV” deal.
We laughed all the way through the movie. …
Hairspray (2007)
This movie is absolutely amazing.
Firstly, the casting of the characters was simply perfect. There’s no denying the newly-discovered Nikki Blonsky IS Tracy Turnblad. She can act, and she can sing (BOYYY, can she sing!). John Travolta is hilarious as Edna Turnblad, and he can really move in that fat …
The Interpreter (2005)
The Interpreter, directed by Sydney Pollack is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for violence, some sexual content and brief strong language. The original release date was April 22, 2005 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Crime/Drama/Thriller and stars Nicole Kidman …
Batman Begins Movie
The previous four films about Batman seemed to have presented everything that the comics that they were based upon and filmed had to offer. First the unsurpassed art-favorite Tim Burton carried the great adventures of the superhero in “Batman” (1989) and “Batman Returns” (1992), followed by Joel Schumacher who …
Movie “Ruthless People” (1986)
This movie is a hoot. I remember seeing this film with my parents when I was a kid, but I had not seen it in a few years. The movie stars Danny Devito as Sam, a sleazy clothing manufacturer who married a woman he hates for her father’s …
Kind Lady,1951 movie
This is a sad and scary movie. Ether Barrymore plays Mary Herries, a rich old lady who takes pity on a poor artist Henry and starts helping him and his family. First she buys some of Henry’s paintings, then even invites Henry, his wife and child to stay with …
Remember the titans
Usually I don’t like movies about football or any sport for that matter. I really liked this movie though. It has Denzel Washington in it. I think he did an amazing job in this movie, like he usually does. The movie was good because it had a very good …
Aliens (1986)
Aliens, directed by James Cameron is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for monster violence, and language. The original release date was July 18, 1986 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Horror/Science Fiction/Thriller and stars Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley, Michael …
Se7en (1995)
Se7en, directed by David Fincher is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for grisly afterviews of horrific and bizarre killings, and for strong language. The original release date was September 22, 1995 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Crime/Mystery/Thriller and stars …
Signs movie
This is a 2002 movie starring Mel Gibson and directed by M Night Shayamalan, this was after the huge success of the directors the Sixth Sense, so many people were hyped about it and went to see it. The film is a movie about crop circles and aliens, it …
The Phantom of the Opera movie
The classic story of The Phantom of the Opera is a new movie. The story is about a opera genius caled The Phantom (Genard Butlar). Who fall in love with a opera singer Christine (Emmy Rossum). After many years Raoul (Patrick Wilson) meets Christine as he did in he …
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Movie
I have been a fan of Peter Jackson’s movies ever since the first “Lord of the Rings” movie came out - “The Fellowship of the ring”. And I think that with “The Hobbit” trilogy that he is now making I was again able to return to the amazing fantasy …
The Bourne ultimatum
The “Jason Bourne” series of spy movies has been an enormous attraction for Matt Damon who coolly travels through these films like a Tiger Shark waiting for his next prey. He is apparently always one step ahead of the espionage officials who look for him and one move quicker …
Fever Lake (1996) movie
Fever Lake is a horror movie that stars Corey Haim, Bo Hopkins and Mario Lopez. It’s what most people refer to as a ’slasher’ or ‘killer thriller’. Normally I prefer scary animal movies, but I decided to watch this one as I found it on the shelf of my …
Pan’s Labyrinth movie
My wife insisted on watching the movie Pan’s Labyrinth so I reluctantly sat down to watch it with her; even though I was certain it would be a movie I was not interested in.
It turned out to be better than expected however.
The movie takes place in Spain sometime after …
Thank You for Smoking (2005)
Thank You for Smoking, directed by Jason Reitman is rated R bythe Motion Picture Association of America for language and some sexual content. The original release date was Aoril 14, 2006 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy/Drama and stars Aaron Eckhart as Nack …
Taken 2 (2012 movie)
I watched the original Taken movie, which was actually pretty good so I, for one, am glad to see another movie made. Before the movie, I was really worried that it isn’t going to be as interesting as the first one. Loved the gun fights, fist fights, and car …
Hotel for Dogs movie
I took my 5 and 3 year old to see Hotel for Dogs today. Both kids sat through it and loved it! The movie was very kid friendly and rated appropriately.
As an adult watching the movie, I also loved it. The movie was funny, …
The Angel of Pennsylvania Avenue
From 1996, The Angel of Pennsylvania Avenue was a nice little holiday film that portrays itself to be based on a story about Bernice Feagan. I was curious and did some research. It seems that Bernice didn’t even know this movie was made until it was done. …
Bottle Rocket (1996)
Bottle Rocket (1996) is a comedy directed by Wes Anderson and is rated PG-13 by the MPAA.
Bottle Rocket is a quirky tale of three friends who try to turn themselves into successful criminals. When Anthony (Luke Wilson) leaves the voluntary mental institution he meets up with his friends …
The devil wears prada
This is a Meryl Streep movie, and like all of her movies she is simply fantastic. I find that Streep gives that extra input in her work that makes her such an extra ordinary actress. I personally compare her a lot to the actor, Joaquin Phoenix they …
Movie Sweet Home Alabama
We love movies, and we like watching all types of movies, I have my favorite actors and actresses that I like to watch, my husband has his favorite actors and actresses that he like to watch so we compromise, I make him watch a love story every once in …
Big Fat Liar (2002)
Big Fat Liar, directed by Shawn Levy is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America for some language. The original release date was February 8, 2002 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Adventure/Comedy/Family and stars Franky Muniz as Jason Shepherd, Paul Giamatti …
In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale (2008)
In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale is a fantasy film directed by Uwe Boll and is rated PG-13 for intense battle sequences.
In the Name of the King is based off the popular video game, Dungeon Siege. It follows a heroic farmer (Jason Statham) …
Stormbreaker the Movie
Alright, I heard from my friend that this wasn’t really that good of a movie. I’ve read the book and was amazed by Horrowitz talents at writing, so I decided to watch the movie, and the first thing I thought was “Woah, my friend is a big …
Barnyard, Steve Oedekerk Movie
In a livestock owned by an old farmer, rather than a group cattle from various animals from the cow, donkey, until chicken. Ben cow is an animal that is considered the most elderly and protect the flock. Meanwhile the junior is Otis. Realize by the old farmers, when the …
A Few Good Men
Another smashing performance from Jack Nicholson, whether he plays a good or bad character, he is always lovable. This courtroom drama is intense. Definitely a thinking persons movie. A drama worth the time and money spent. The staring roles with adequately placed and they pulled off a magnificent performance. …
Movie Alvin and the Chipmunks
Growing up we would hear about this crazy cartoon called Alvin and the Chipmunks. There were cartoons on television, there were records made with these three adorable little creatures and the nation just could not get enough of them
This past Christmas season there was a movie called Alvin …
Tombs of the Blind Dead, movie (1971)
After the release of the George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead, zombie films were a noticeable trend from foreign film markets. Yet, it would be much bigger when Dawn of the Dead came out. But, Night was not without its own knock-offs. One movie in …
It’s a Date movie
From 1940, It’s a Date is a surprisingly fun movie to watch. It stars Deanna Durbin, who was once the biggest thing in Hollywood. I did some reading about her yesterday when I watched this story and was amazed at her success in Hollywood and especially with …
The Incredible Hulk (2008)
This weekend I finally made it to the cinema to see The Incredible Hulk! I got to admit, I did not hear about this movie till a few months ago when I was talking about another Marvel movie with my friend. I was quite surprised that this movie did …
Feast, 2006 Horror Film
This is one of those few horror movies that come out and are not only freaky and disgusting, but hilarious. I think it’s obvious that the director wanted it to be both. Basically you have a bar full of goofy misfits (I swear if you’ve ever been in …
Batman and Robin (1997)
Batman and Rovin, directed by Joel Schumacher is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for strong stylized action and some innuendos. The original release date was June 20, 1997 for United States audienec. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Crime/Fantasy/Thriller and stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as …
The Hannah Montana Movie
My daughter loves Hannah Montana (even though she rarely watches the show) so we ended up renting Hannah Montana: The Movie for her. Turns out she barely even sat through the beginning but at least my wife and I ended up loving it.
I actually kind of like the show …
Bright Star (Movie)
Bright Star is a 2009 British film made by the BBC, telling the story of the romantic poet John Keats’ love affair with Fanny Brawne. This is a costume drama of they type that the BBC make so well, with great attention to period detail, especially the costumes in …
2019: After The Fall of New York (1983) movie
Starring: Michael Sopkiw, Anna Kanakis, George Eastman, Valentine Monnier, Romano Puppo, Paolo Maria Scalondro, Louis Ecclesia, Edmund Purdom, Serge Feuillard, Tiziana Fibi, Hal Yamanouchi, Alessandra Tani, Jacques Stany, Siriana Hernandez, Tony Askin, and Franco Mazzieri.
Directed by: Sergio Martino.
“2019: After The Fall of New York” is yet another average B-movie …
Into the wild movie
I watched this movie yesterday and the ending today. Overall it was pretty good. It was more of a documentary about a young boy who goes off into the wild and lives on his own. He burns all of his identification.
I thought it was pretty good overall. It was …
The Fugitive
This weekend I watched The Fugitive again and was reminded what a great movie it is. I was skeptical when it was being made. I love the TV series, which is television classic, and I was afraid the theatrical movie would detract from it or parody it …
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