Movies Reviews
We Need to Talk about Kevin (movie)
I’ve been hearing about the movie “We Need to Talk about Kevin” for some months now, and despite watching the trailer and feeling like I had to watch it, I never actually got a chance to until very recently. The result of this was that I was very impressed …
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within
I think Final Fantasy: The Spirtis Within is half a brillaint movie. That half woiould be with regard to the look of the film. This is a pure CGI movie that broke ground with its animations. It is certainly amazing in that regard.
I think this is the most realistic …
The Brother’s Grimm (2005)
This movie is one of my favorites from the late young actor Heath Ledger. In fact, thinking about it now I’m not sure which one of his movies I didn’t like. Nevertheless one of the reasons why I liked this movie was because it appealed to the …
300: Rise of an Empire, movie
My Husband and I liked and own the first 300 movie (called The 300). For those who have never seen it, it tells the tale of the battle of 300 lone Spartan soldiers against a huge army and the powerful Xerxes. We watch the original 300 fairly frequently and …
Falling Down (1993) Movie
I tend to always watch Falling Down when it comes on television. I can always relate to film and literature that is misanthropic in its sentiment and, as movies go, this is better than most rubbish out there.
Michael Douglas plays William Forster who has apparently cracked …
“On the Beach” Movie
The 1959 movie “On the Beach” is a classic story of Armageddon that resulted in a nuclear war that brought an end to human life on the planet Earth. The film was directed by Stanley Kramer and is extremely well done. Gregory Peck stars as a commander of the …
Daylight (1996)
A series of events, that have no real reason other than to lead up to what this movie is about, leave the tunnel that connects Manhattan to New Jersey in a weakened and near destroyed state. With people trapped inside the tunnel, and water is coming in tempting to …
Disneyland Sing Along Songs: It’s a Small World
Being a huge Disney fan, I loved the gift my mother gave my son for his birthday. My son has yet to go to any Disney parks. At least until this coming Christmas. The gift was the Disneyland Sing Along Songs: It’s a Small World DVD. My son had …
Juno - Movie
Juno is an interesting movie to watch that raises some real life issues such as teenage pregnancy and abortion.
It is about this young 16 year old girl that falls pregnant to this guy at school. She freaks out when she found out and instantly thought of aborting her …
Monty Python’s Meaning of Life Movie
Nearly everyone in the Western world knows about the comedy team of Monty Python. This British comedy troupe, featuring John Cleese and others, if famous for its unusual and offbeat humor. Monty Python came out with the movie Meaning of Life a number of years ago. Like …
Tomorrow Never Dies movie
The second appearance of Pierce Brosnan made me confident the James Bond film series was never going to end. Although the creators ran out of Ian Fleming novels and made up the story on their own, it is actually rather thrilling with a lot of breathtaking action sequences and …
High Crimes (2002)
High Crimes, directed by carl Franklin is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for violence, sexual content and language. The original release date was April 5, 2002 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Crime/Drama/Thriller and stars Ashley Judd as Claire Kubik, …
Carmike Laurel Mall Movie Theatre
My husband and I decided to go to the movies. We ended up going to the movie theatre at the Laurel Mall. It has been a few years since I had been to this movie theatre. When we first arrived we …
Vantage Point
Vantage Point is a movie that I had watched a few weeks back which I think had no plot whatsoever. Indeed if you see the title, it is sort of misleading and you would think that it is a boring movie. But it turned out to be a …
Midway movie
In 1976, Midway was released. This large, star-filled ensemble cast tells the story of the battle of Midway. For me, there are pluses and minuses to this production.
I do enjoy the story of the battle. It was important in World War II, and the story should …
Assassins (1995 movie)
Starring Sylvester Stallone and Antonio Banderas as expert hitmen with opposite goals. Sylvesters character Robert Rath wants out of the hitman business, and just wants to lead a simple, normal life. On the other hand Antonio’s character Miguel Bain, wishes to dethrone the once seasoned assassin and take all …
Jane Eyre Movie 1970
This is an older and lesser known version of Jane Eyre starring George C. Scott as Mr. Rochester and Susannah York as Jane. The movie was made in 1970. I bought my copy because of the great George Scott: the moment I heard there’s a “Jane Eyre” movie with …
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 …
Phat Girlz
I’m not a big “Chick Flik” guy but when I read the description of Phat Girlz and how it’s about a woman who tries to create a clothing line for bigger women, I was a bit intrigued. Too bad the movie is nothing like it’s description.
The problem with Phat …
Alien Nine Episode One
Alien Nine is one of those awesome anime series you only hear about and buy on a whim. After you watch all four episodes and read the mangas you spend several weeks kicking yourself for not looking into it sooner. Well that’s how I felt when I walked away …
The Love Guru
I’ve always liked Mike Myers as a comedian. However, some of his movies haven’t been anywhere near as good as his earlier films like Wayne’s World and Austin Powers Man of Mystery. So, when his movie The Love Guru came out, I ended up believing the critics when they …
Watchmen: The complete motion comic
This was an interesting experiment in marketing. One third comic book, one third cartoon, and one third audiobook. This takes the iconic graphic novel and converts it into a sort of flash animation.
You get all the dialogue and narration, the boxes even pop up, which is surprising …
The Wicker Man, Neil LaBute Movie
‘The Wicker Man’ is a remake of the 1973 movie titled the same and be appointed from the novel ‘Ritual’ works of Anthony Shaffer. Nicholas Cage (The Rock, the World Trade Center) provides the latest version of this once listed as one of the producers. He may feel this …
Avatar (2009 film)
Any film with many disparate (though often impressive) elements and a lot of hype and money behind it is bound to create both ardent fans and ardent critics, and James Cameron’s sci-fi epic “Avatar” (which was also released in both 2 and 3D) is a prime example. There’s …
Sniper (1993)
Experienced U.S. marine sniper Thomas Beckett is paired with rookie sniper Richard Miller and are sent into the bushes of the Panama jungle to locate and silence a drug lord in the area, they are dropped off a distance away from the kill zone and they must work their …
Videodrome movie
Cronenberg’s cult rated film features James Woods as a man being consumed by media, psychologically and physically, in perhaps the most bizarre way ever seen. It begins as what seems like a very serious and slowly paced film, but ends up as a plain horror film with loads of …
Premonition
Premonition is one of those strange movies that nearly everyone hated, yet I really liked. I wouldn’t say that it’s one of my favorite movies, but I liked it enough to buy it. Unlike other movies where you have a hard time believing that the two leads are interested …
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. …
Silverado movie
Silverado stars Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Kevin Costner, and Danny Glover. This is the classic cowboy western that was produced after its time and followed the successful formulas of great music, beautiful scenery, and familiar faces in supporting roles.
When the movie first appears on the …
The Gift - Psychological Thriller Movie (2015)
I watched the movie, The Gift, because of its interesting trailer and it seemed to be on the cusp of horror (I’m a big fan of horror). I didn’t expect to be extremely impressed by the movie but nearly two hours later, I was definitely satisfied. The Gift is more …
Meet the Robinsons (2007)
Meet the Robinsons, directed by Stephen J. Anderson is rated G by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was March 30, 2007. This movie falls in the genre of Animation/Adventure/Comedy/Family/Science Fiction and stars the voices of Angella Bassett as Mildred, Daniel Hansen as Lewis, jprdan …
Le Chevalier D’Eon Episode 2
Le Chevalier D’Eon Episode 2 begins with D’Eon de Beaumont being attacked by his friend Bernice who has been turned into a monster because of murcery. D’Eon is knocked out and his body is taken over by his sister Lia’s spirit. She attacks Bernice and kills him …
Baby Geniuses movie
I really love to watch this movie when I was still pregnant. I was amazed with how the baby were able to think very well although its a little fictional. I really love it since its very enjoyable seeing little babies talk to each other and how a little …
The Matrix
The Matrix is one of the best movie I have seen in my entire life. The storyline is just awesome. And the acting is just great. My favorite character would of course have to be Neo. The whole concept of The Matrix just blew me away. I was so impressed …
The Sentinel (2006)
The Sentinel, directed by Clark Johnson is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for some intense action violence and a scene of sensuality. The original release date was April 21, 2006 fir United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Crime/Drama/Thriller and stars Michael …
Film Beetlejuice
Few films are as wildly inventive as Tim Burton’s manic masterpiece Beetlejuice.
Telling the tale of Adam and Barbara (Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis), living in a small town and unable to have children, who are exiled after an unexpected death to live in their beautiful country home. It wouldn’t …
The Last of the Mohicans movie
A great depiction of the classic novel by James Fenimore Cooper, directed by great visionary filmmaker Michael Mann who shows he’s not only good for gangster movies. A visually breathtaking film, but it also hits my heart on an emotional level. This is a lot thanks to the great …
WALL-E
I have a great time going to the movies with my husband and daughter. We have really been looking forward to WALL-E coming out in the theatres. The trailers for it looked great. We finally got to see it last Saturday. We were really excited. …
Raise Your Voice
Raise Your Voice is a teenage movie that stars Hilary Duff, David Keith and Oliver James that was released in 2004. This movie focuses on music. If you are the type who likes to relax and watch a movie that has a sweet message, a little predictable, then this …
Love Potion No. 9 (1992)
Love Potion No. 9, directed by Dale launer is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America. The original release date was November 13, 1992 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy/Romance and stars Tate Donovan as Paul Matthews, Sandra Bullock as Dianne …
Around the World in 80 Days (2004): the movie
Jules Verne’s novel Around the World in 80 Days has been adapted for the big screen several times. The version of this adaptation made in 2004 stars Jackie Chan as the assistant to the scientist who is the main character in the book. Jackie Chan plays a …
Octopussy movie
Bond returns yet again on a dangerous mission, in what part of the series I haven’t even ben able to count. Still featured by Roger Moore who’s reaching the age of 50 by this time, Bond goes to India to defeat a dangerous villain who’s making threats to the …
Palookaville movie
Three male friends get bored with their everyday lives and all of a sudden decides to rob a bank. But not too unexpected, something doesn’t fall out as they would have hoped for.
I didn’t find this film uplifting or refreshing in any certain way. Mostly it’s just a copy …
Movie: Rear Window (the original)
Alfred Hitchcock’s Rear Window is a great movie by the master of suspense movies! The acting is phenomenal as it stars Grace Kelly (so beautiful!) and Jimmy Stewart (one of my favorite actors). Jimmy Stewart plays a character who has broken his leg and is in a wheelchair and …
Oliver Twist,1948 movie
David Lean’s version of Oliver Twist, filmed in 1948, is perhaps one of the best adaptations of the beloved Dickens novel. Dark and depressing, the movie well captures the misery of a poor orphaned child, raised by people who don’t care for him, starved and abused. The casting and …
Sex in The City (The Movie)
I recently saw Sex in The City (The Movie), like i’m sure most of you women and some men have already dashed to the nearest theatre to see. I say most women and some men, based on my trip to the movies and the observations I made while …
Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction
I must say that I did not completely look forward to the film The Incredible hulk. This is because the first film in the series was pretty awful. There are a lot of things the Hulk can be, but boring is definitely not one of them. So, when …
Red Planet (2000)
Red Planet, directed by Anthony Hoffman is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for science fiction violence, brief nudity and language. The original release date was November 10, 2000 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Science Fiction/Thriller and stars Val Kilmer …
|