Movies Reviews
Augusta, Gone
This used to be one of my favorite lifetime movies that they played. I watched it a couple years ago. I really enjoyed watching it though, it kept me entertained and interested. Now that I have watched more lifetime movies it’s not one of my favorites anymore but I …
“Pacific Rim” movie
The geek community had high hopes for this movie. Having giant robots fighting giant monsters seems like a guaranteed good time, but the fact that Guillermo Del Toro was helming the project only added to the hype.
I have to admit, Del Toro’s been on a hot streak lately. …
Van Helsing
I remember watching Van Helsing at the movies with my then boyfriend and I was holding on his hands so tight because the movie has its elements of scariness to me. It was a good and pretty tight movie and starring the beautiful actress; Kate Beckinsale and also the …
Kiss Me Again
I chose to see the movie “Kiss Me Again” because I thought it had a good story however, after watching it, I was very disappointed. The acting is not that convincing and there are a lot of emphases on the fiscal aspect of the story rather then the physiological …
Burn After Reading
Burn after reading is a 2008 movie of the Coen brothers. I had great expectations but I must say, right here at the beginning, and I got disappointed. First of all when I saw the list of actors; George Clooney, John Malkovich, Frances McDormand, Brad Pitt and the rest …
Film Terminator Salvation
More than anything, the trailers for this movie ruined it for me since they gave so much away. You knew going in that Marcus was a Terminator and you knew that he was a good guy who was never a threat to John Connor. But, the spoilers weren’t fatal …
A Bronx Tale
A Bronx Tale with Chazz Palminteri, Robert De Niro, and Lillo Brancato.
Great casting Put a bunch of Italians in roles of Italians in New York with their distinct accents and you pretty much are assured of getting a winner movie. Palminteri …
Rhythm and Blues Revue movie
Rhythm and Blues Revue labeled with a 1955 release is really just a bunch of performances down like a night club show. There’s no story plot; there’s only the show. However, it is a lot of fun, with a full roster of African American performers.
Below are a …
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 Baader-Meinhof Complex movie
I suppose watching The Baader-Meinhof Complex has totally alerted me to appreciate movie making of this genre very much. This is quite a deep movie and I have a certain analysis after watching it. In a world now where there are issues of terrorism and many more, watching …
Despicable Me movie
Another entertaining and cute animated movie I have watched is Despicable Me. Honestly, when I saw the trailer I wasn’t really interested because I found it to be really simple. But then again, I realized I was all wrong with my thoughts because it was a movie that …
The Boy in Striped Pajamas
While The Boy in Striped Pajamas is obviously a well-intentioned film, it is considerably unrealistic with a strange and awkward ending. The story is about an eight-year-old child named Bruno (Asa Butterfield) who is the son of a Nazi soldier (David Thewlis) and his unsuspecting wife (Vera Farmiga). …
Stomp The Yard Movie
My brother recommended that I watch this movie since I loved dancing, and upon watching it I was first bored as the steps were quite robotic and it was so “formal”, the setting was in a university and it was quite different like cheerdancing is different to cheerleading, it …
The Descent movie
Neil Marshall may have amassed a cult following with his previous horror effort “Dog Soldiers”, but with The Descent, he really hits his stride as a horror maestro in the makings.
Unlike his testosterone drenched werewolf vs. soldier movie, this time Marshall instead goes the all girl route; offering …
The Haunting of #24 (movie)
I was really surprised by this film. In watching the previews, I was a bit surprised that the film was as decent as it was. This is because the previews were really wack. The movies advertised were so below par, that I thought I …
The Watchmen (2009, Zack Snyder) film
You probably know the tag-line “Who is watching the watchmen?” and should add yourself to the list of people doing just that.
I’m a confessed sci-fi/fantasy geek, pretty up there in the scale but short of Klingon-speaking-Con-attending-Trekkie status. So I knew I would like this film. Even if you’re not …
Quinceaneara (R, 2005) movie
Quinceanera is a really complex film that has several different layers. Those who have no idea what a Quinceanera is, should understand that it is very much like a Sweet Sixteen or a Bar Mitzvah in U.S. culture. The Quinceaneara is really just the foundation for the …
Anywhere But Here
Anywhere But Here is a movie that stars Susan Sarandon and Natalie Portman. The movie is about a mother, Adele, and her daughter, Ann. Their story begins as they move from Wisconsin to California. Adele (Susan Sarandon) dreams of a better life full of riches, fame and luxury. She …
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood Episode 41
Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Episode 41 has Ed and Miles trying to stall Kimblee so Winry and the others can get away while May and Dr. Marcoh try to decipher Scar’s brother’s research notes on Alkahestry and Alchemy.
This episode was fantastic. It was one of the most intense episodes …
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (PG-13, 2008)
This was absolutely one of the best films that I have ever seen. I now understand why there was such hype when the Oscar rolled around. In any case, I really feel that Brad Pitt has his finger on the pulse of quality acting. When I …
Charlotte’s Web (1973)
This is the tale of a pig, and spider and the spider’s web, a story that to this day still warms the heart of many people world wide with what this story brings. When a litter of pigs were born on a farm, of them were smaller than the …
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 …
Willow (1988 Film)
The 1988 film “Willow” was not only a movie that is suitable for family time, but one that has magic and wonder, and romance, and a whole lot of exciting adventure with a hero who didn’t think he was anything more than a wannabe magician. While this film was …
Psycho 1998
Starring: Anne Heche (Marion Crane), Vince Vaughn (Norman Bates), Viggo Mortensen (Sam), Julianne Moore (Lila), William H. Macy (PI)
Marion Crane was unable to marry her lover due to his money problems with his former wife. When her employer gave her $400,000 to deposit in the bank, she …
Boomerang (1992)
Boomerang, directed by Reginald Hudlin is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was July 1, 1992 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy/Romance and stars Eddie Murphy as Marcus Graham, Robin Givens as Jacqueline Broyer aka Jackie, …
Mai Otome anime series
Mai Otome is a 26-episode anime series. Another name for this anime is Mai-Z-Hime. This anime takes place in an alternate universe to another anime called “Mai-Hime”. Many characters that appeared in Mai Otome are actually from Mai-Hime but with different personalities, roles, and sometimes age and form.
This show …
An American Haunting Movie
I don’t if anyone has seen the movie the An American Haunting but, if you have then either A. you were confused as I was or B. fell a sleep! I did both these options not because I wanted to only for the reason the movie seemed to just …
Pauly Shore is Dead Movie
Pauly Shore is Dead is Pauly Shore’s first movie since the lamentable Jury Duty. Meant to be a comedic satire and a lament about the state of Hollywood in destroying Pauly Shore’s career (Shore is unable to accept that it is own lack of talent that is the …
One Missed Call (PG-13, 2008) movie
How laughable this film was. I am almost ashamed to admit that I rented it from Netflix. Usually, I will see the Asian original before seeing the Americanized version. This is one instance where I wish I had. For the most part, the …
Rec Movie
This movie came out a while ago but I am reviewing it because I would like to view Spanish films from Spain to improve my understanding of the language.
First off, I have to say that at the beginning, this movie did help me with my Spanish, with a myriad …
My Bloody Valentine
Have you guys watched the 3D movie, My Bloody Valentine? I was so scared out of my mind watching this and since it is on 3D, it makes it all the more scarier especially when the psychotic killer throws the axe at the victims.
You feel like you …
SKELETON KEY movie
Ready for a thriller? The Skeleton Key is the movie for you! Based in New Orleans, our hero is a 25 year old lady who just wants to help people. Wracked with guilt, due to not being present when her own father died, she is determined that people who …
Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind
Hardly expected because one of the leading characters ,who is in fact Jim Carey,this movie is very good,presenting a dramatic story out of a marvelous idea.The story starts with the two main characters,Joel Barish and Clementine.Joel is a passive,shy guy that is living a dull and nostalgic existence,day …
Disney’s Cinderella Movie (2015)
Every girl has perhaps seen and watched one of the most popular and most remembered fairy tales of all time - Cinderella. Every girl would have been dazzled by the magic of this movie, sympathized with Cinderella, fell in love with the prince, thrilled with the 12 midnight curfew, and …
The X-Flies: I Want to Believe
I enjoyed The X-Files: I Want to Believe more than any of the X-Files television series I watched. I was happy to see the characters Dana Scully, Fox Mulder and Assistant Director Walter Skinner being played by the original cast. I think it takes a lot away from the …
Carrie (2013 Film)
I was given the opportunity to watch Carrie one evening on Netflix. After hearing so many different things about the movie, I just had to see it for myself. I have to say that in the beginning when first hearing about it, I was skeptical, because there are so …
Movie Kiss the Girls
I am reviewing the movie, Kiss the Girls, starring Ashley Judd and Morgan Freeman. This movie is the prequel to the movie, Along Came a Spider. So there’s a doctor, played by Ashley Judd. Then there’s a detective named Alex Cross. His neice goes missing, as do several other …
Miracle movie
In another review for the made-for-TV movie, “Miracle on Ice”, I said I don’t like hockey, and the truth is that I don’t. Yet, over a decade later, I still love the story of the 1980 USA Olympic hockey team and how they marched their way towards gold, …
The Pursuit of Happyness Movie
Wow, what an awesome movie! The Pursuit of Happyness is an outstanding, moving movie that will have you crying, laughing and leave you inspired to do something great with your life. There is greatness locked up within each one of us, and the key to unlock our potential lies …
Yoga Hosers, horror comedy
I’m a fan of Kevin Smith’s work. I enjoyed the “View Askewniverse” movies as well as “Red State”. I’ve also enjoyed his podcast “Fatman on Batman”. I have yet to see “Tusk” but I was able to check out it’s sequel/spin-off “Yoga Hosers”.
The fact that this follows …
Zero for Conduct
Jean Vigo was one of the most beloved filmmakers of the early sound years, but unfortunately his career was way too short with only two full feature films. Vigo suffered from poor health from a very young age and died from tuberculosis in 1934, only 29 years of age. …
‘Deadpool’ Movie
People had been clamoring for a “Deadpool” movie starring Ryan Reynolds for years. We came close with “X-Men Origins: Wolverine”. The actor was cast to play the reputed “merc with a mouth”, but while Reynolds shined in the early scenes, the actual Deadpool was a stunning disappointment. Nevertheless, fans still …
Oliver Twist movie
There have been many depictions of the classic Charles Dickens story through the years, but this one by british director David Lean with legendary actor Alec Guinness in the role of vicious Fagin, is beyond all doubt the most memorable version. David Lean, who is more known for his …
Illegal Tender (R, 2007) movie
I really really wanted to like this movie. When I heard that John Singleton was making another movie, I thought that it was really going to be good. The film is based on a Latin couple living in the Bronx in 1985. The husband is …
Premonition
I can’t help comparing Premonition to another Sandra Bullock’s movie, also a recent one, called The Lake House. Both movies have a fantastic twist to them, dealing with different timelines. Both need to be watched very closely in order not to have the two timelines confused. In both movies, …
The Rocketeer, movie (1991)
A group of mobsters have stolen an object from Howard Hughes and are being chased by the cops. They make their way to Bigelow Air Field. One of the gangsters hides the object in a hangar before being arrested. Soon, Cliff Secord (Bill Campbell), a young …
Dawn of the Dead
What many people do not understand is that there are two versions of “Dawn of the Dead”. There is the one from 2004 which I have based my review on, and then, there is the one from 1978 which I have not watched. Dawn of the dead (2004) …
Coraline (Film)
I love Tim Burton movies. I think they make great movies for all different ages, with enough of the eerie element to keep me interested. I fell in love after watching a Nightmare before Christmas; the animation was just so different, three dimensional but not of reality. I was …
She’s The One
She’s The One stars Ed Burns, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Anniston, and John Mahoney. Here is an example of a simple story that cannot be classified neither good nor bad.
Two brothers, along with their father, face the challenges of love. So what! Aside from …
Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Movie
Captain Jack Sparrow returned triumphantly in his full 3D glory after some absence from the big screen. The cheerful and joyous captain who still goes by without a ship, is causing a terrible havoc in central London, while trying to rescue his best friend Gibbs from the gallows. This …
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