Movies Reviews
Buried Movie (2010)
Yes, I have watched Buried, a Ryan Reynolds movie directed by Rodrigo Cortés. And yes, I have watched all of it- from the very beginning to the very end. Now, if this statement sounds a bit unusual, this is why: I would never in a million years watch a …
Transformers
Although it is essentially a live-action film, Transformers blows Ratatouille out of the water when it comes to computer animation; the CG sequences in Michael Bay’s latest film are simply incredible, pushing computer graphics to the verge of realism. The film as a whole is a wild ride, with …
Liar Liar movie
Jim Carrey is always my favorite actor, and this movie named “Liar Liar” is one of his brilliant works. It is a story of a lawyer, who is very efficient, when it come to lying. He always lies about everything, even to his divorced wife and kids, and he …
Film Ghostbusters
It was one of my most ardent childhood wishes that, when I grew up, I should marry Ghostbuster Egon Spengler.
One of the first blockbusters of the 1980’s Ghostbusters features an array of Saturday Night Live Players, and some of the finest comedians of the day. Conceived by Dan Aykroyd, …
50 First Dates
I’m usually not the type to fall for romantic comedies because they tend to be predictable and sometimes even stupid, in my opinion. This idea, however, did not pertain to the movie 50 First Dates. I fell in love with this movie the first time I saw it a …
Last House on the Left movie
My wife and I finally got a chance to watch the movie The Last House on the Left yesterday afternoon. We had the movie a while and were waiting for the right time to watch it. But, as it turns out, there really wasn’t one because it wasn’t as …
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 …
Proof of Life movie
“Proof of Life” is a constant reminder in Meg Ryan’s life of a romantic affair went wrong. During the filming of this movie in Ecuador, Ryan was romantically linked to her co-star, Russell Crowe. The only problem was that at that moment she was still married to the actor, …
An Education movie
In the avalanche of poor films of 2010, I thought to bring to your attention a film from 2009, which, if you missed it somehow, it would worth seeing it in the weekend.
An Education, is a movie that was nominated for three-time at Oscars in 2010. This is an …
Funny Face movie
Another unforgettable movie from Audrey Hepburn Collection. This is my favorite among her films, its a classic indeed.
In this film Audrey portrays the role of a bookstore clerk named Jo Stackton. The Quality magazine, a fashion magazine held a photoshoot at the bookstore she worked for. She was discovered …
Movie: You’re in the Army Now
Since it was Memorial Day weekend this past weekend I had an opportunity to watch a lot of military movies. One of them was the comedy “You’re in the Army Now.”
This movie, which starred Phil Silvers and Jimmy Durante as a couple of sales people who wind up in …
The Diving Bell and The Butterfly
The Diving Bell and The Butterfly is a french made movie about the true story of a frenchman who suffers a stroke and is totally paralyzed, except for his left eye. He used this left eye to eventually blink his whole autobiography. Wow. Amazing, right? And to …
Cold Mountain (2003)
This is the story of a man who is thrown in the middle of the American Civil War and the trials that he must go through. On the flip side of that situation is his journey, a journey that he makes back to the arms of the woman that …
Star Wars: Episode 3- Revenge of the Sith
OK, so I absolutely bashed the first two prequels in the series. And while Episode 3 does deserve some hate, it’s not near the level of hate I gave to the first two. Hayden Christiansen still can’t act and he and Natalies relationship is still one of …
Little Buddha movie
A film by Bernardo Bertolucci who is mostly known for his giant epic Novecento. This is one of his latest films and tells the story of Siddaharta who goes through a spiritual journey to finally become Buddha. It seems to me Bertolucci isn’t any longer the talented filmmaker he …
Better Off Dead
I was looking high and low for the DVD movie for, Better Off Dead acted by John Cusack.
That’s because I heard rave reviews coming from my friend and even my neurotic boyfriend loves it too. And at last I found it. The movie is fantastic and …
Maleficent (fantasy movie)
With all the hype, expectations and good reviews surrounding the movie Maleficent, I honestly thought that it was probably going to be a masterpiece that I would want to see. However, the only thing that prevented me from going to see it was that one of my coworkers saw it, …
Due Date: Movie
Due Date is a comedy film that I really enjoyed, despite going into it with a slight bit of pessimism due to previous reviews I’d heard.
It was much better than I expected, and had a number of laugh out loud moments that make me want to watch it again …
Season of the Witch (movie)
When I saw the movie “Season of the Witch” advertising early this year on cable, I definitely wanted to watch it, and I became even more interested in seeing it after I saw that the actor Robert Sheenan from “Misfits” had a major role in it.
The movie, which was …
Date Night Movie (2010)
Every movie Steve Carrell makes I am loving him more and more. It seems he just gets better at what he does best - acting comedic parts that aren’t really supposed to be funny. I know it doesn’t like a complement but he really is a good actor and …
Fargo (1996) Movie
Based on the synopsis of this film by Joel and Ethan Cohen, I would not have bothered with Fargo, but a friend whose opinion I trusted recommended I watch it and it is now one of my favorites. Set in wintry Minnesota, William H. Macy plays a dodgy …
Inception- Movie
Inception is a mind bender of a movie. It is complicated and really makes you think. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, the story concerns a man who can infiltrate other people’s dreams with the halp of a small crew. DiCaprio’s character is a haunted genious who is mourning his wife’s death. …
Maximum Risk (1996)
When Alain Moreau discovers the body of a slain man, he sees that they look exactly alike; it would seem that this dead man is his brother and his twin brother at that. Not knowing who this man was or what led up to his death, Alain now takes …
Casino Royale
I have watched the movie ‘Casino Royale’. This is a very interesting and exciting movie. This is a James Bond movie. In this movie, Daniel Craig acts as James Bond. The film is full of action and adventure. There are many chasing scenes. In the beginning itself, Bond is …
Flight of the Phoenix
My wife is a huge Hugh Laurie fan so we ended up watching one of his movies the other day; Flight of the Phoenix. And, overall, I thought the movie was pretty good.
Technically, it stars Dennis Quaid and I’m not normally a fan of his. But, even he did …
XXI Theatre
This XXI Theatre is opened in the most famous mall in Manado, Manado Town Square, or usually called as Mantos. For the first time it opened, XXI had just four studios but, as the Indonesian Movies gets booming, XXI expanded its movie studios to be six studios.
XXI has …
Good Against Evil movie
Good Against Evil, a 1977 movie, was apparently a pilot for a TV series which didn’t sell. I’m not surprised, to be honest. Unfortunately, this also means that there is no ending really to the picture. That’s because the catalyst for the action had to be …
Supreme Sanction
Supreme Sanction with Kristy Swanson, Michael Madsen, Ron Perlman, and Donald Faison.
This is one horrible movie. I’m sorry but Kristy Swanson cannot follow up her Buffy the Vampire Slayer movie to carry her own poorly scripted action movie. Madsen, as a villain, is too …
Blue Steel (1990)
A rookie cop on her very first night on patrol encounters danger in a supermarket as it was being robbed while her more experienced partner was in the bathroom, she decides to make a move on the criminal as it is her job to protect and serve, nearing the …
13 Conversations About One Thing (R, 2002) movie
If you are looking for a terrific ensemble film with a great storyline, look no further than the movie “13 Conversations About One Thing”. Honestly, I have not put much thought into the title other than to realize that the stories within are interconnected in a really subtle, …
From Hell movie
From Hell gives us the terrifying story of “Jack the Ripper” who savagely killed prostitutes in London late in the 19th century. A very effectful journey, with a drug addict Johnny Depp as the police officer who tries to solve the crimes, and Robbie Coltrane as his helper. The …
30 Days of Night. A Movie
To be fully honest I cannot stand scary movies, I am a much bigger fan of romantic comedies. However while I maybe a romantic comedy person, my husband is not. He loves scary movie and feels that romantic comedies are really boring. That being said every once in …
The Simpsons Movie
I remember when I saw the trailer for this movie. I just had to see it. I mean the Simpsons…one of the most popular cartoon shows out there and it’s been around so long it was about time they made a movie.
I got to admit the movie started in …
Presumed
Rusty Sabich is played by Harrison Ford. He is an assistant district atorney who has an affair with a co-worker that ends up being murdered. His boss puts him in charge of the investigation of the murder. Through a twist he becomes the leading suspect of the investigation in …
The Fox and the Hound 2 movie
I only just watched The Fox and the Hound 2 last night, and I was so delighted with it. I’ve been wanting to see it since I heard that my favorite actor, Patrick Swayze, was one of the voices. I’m not sure why it took me so …
Man Without a Face
I am reviewing the movie, Man Without a Face, which came out in 1993. It stars Mel Gibson as Justin McLeod, an outsider who lives in isolation, who has nothing but the past and the company of his dog. Nick Stahl plays the part of a young, troubled boy …
The Pool
Yesterday, my boyfriend brought along this DVD title, The Pool which he got stashed at his home and my siblings were getting a freak movie treat yesterday. This is actually something like a teen flick, but then again, I would still label it as a ‘Psycho’ movie. To …
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape 1993 movie
I did not like this movie; I found it very depressing. I heard a lot about it, and yes, Leonardo DiCaprio does an excellent portrayal of a retarded teenager, Arnie; you feel sorry for him, but even more so for those who must live with him and take care …
Beauty Shop (2005)
Beauty Shop, directed by Bille Woodruff is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America on appeal for sexual material, language and brief drug references. The original release date was March 30, 2005 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy and stars Queen …
Crawlspace
Well, when I read the description of the movie Crawlspace (a former Nazi spies on female tenants and then traps them in a secret torture chamber) I figured it would at least be worth a thrill or two. But, after watching it last night, I have to say I’m …
The Lake House movie
I’m usually not a big romance movie kind of guy but I do think Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock make a good film couple so I thought I would give Lake House a try.
Overall, I have to say it was a good movie, though it did remind me a …
Come Back, Little Sheba movie
Come Back, Little Sheba is a classic black and white film made in 1952. When I first heard about this movie, I really thought Come Back, Little Sheba was about little more than a lost dog and his heartbroken owner. Come Back, Little Sheba is beautifully done, even though …
The Land Before Time
The Land Before Time is a very nice yet sad movie. I was pretty young when I saw this movie, and I think It was very sad. The whole story is about a bunch of Dinosaurs who a little kids going through a big journey to find a special place. …
Anniversary (Hong Kong romance drama)
Anniversary is a Hong Kong romance drama directed and written by Patrick Kong.
The film starred Alex Fong and Stephy Tang - the model couple and in Hong Kong entertainment industry. They’re like the prince and princess in fairytale and everyone wished for them to “live happily ever after”.
However they broke …
Untraceable movie
The movie “Untraceable” has a plot that begins with a group of detectives from a cyber-crimes division in attempt to limit crimes committed and/or about to be committed with the use and aid of the internet. Diane Lane is the main character detective whose story we follow during the …
Elf
I absolutely LOVE Elf! This movie is hilarious and Will Ferrel is at his best! The characters are great, the acting is great and the storyline is hilarious. I don’t know anyone who has seen this movie and not fallen in love with it. It is definitely a Christmas …
Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) Movie
I just recently saw the movie Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale. It is a finnish movie and it rates as 6.9/10 in IMDB that is why I decided to see it. I like foreign films and this looks quite interesting for me. The title itself boggled me for a …
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace 3D
The prequel Star Wars movies are some of the most hated pieces of fiction in the entire universe known to man. Do they deserve that hate? No. I must say, I never hated the prequels as much as everyone else. Keep in mind, this movie originally came out 2 …
Twister
Helen Hunt is just a good actress and I wonder whether she has ever won an acting award or not. Her appearance was very good, especially in the movie, Twister, which I watched years back. My local TV channel loves to showcase long-ago movies which had been blockbuster …
Bolt movie
If you’re looking for a fun, entertaining way to spend an hour and a half, check out Bolt. It is one of the Disney delights that has everything you could want from an animated feature such as a clever story, lovable characters and a different kind of artistry. I …
|