Movies Reviews
They Call it Murder movie
They Call it Murder, a 1971 TV film, had a nice opening that I rather loved. The opening credits included a still photo and an action scene of each of the main stars as their name popped up. I applaud the director, Walter Graumann, for this. …
BoogeyMan movie
BoogeyMan is an OK movie. I think the reason so many people watched it and liked it was because we all used to believe in the BoogeyMan at one time in our life. This is what made me think this movie was going to be scary. The preview also made …
Half Caste (movie)
This is without doubt one of the dullest and boring movies I have ever seen. Watching this film unfold on your TV will put you to sleep. Worst, it’s supposed to be a horror movie! Horror movies as you very well know should be filled with suspense, scary moments …
Shooter, conspiracy thriller film by Antoine Fuqua
When I first saw a trailer for the movie I thought it was a Bourne rip off, it showed non stop ass kicking from Mark Wahlberg. After I was finished with this movie I still want to say it is a Bourne rip off just not through the plot …
So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993)
So I Married an Axe Murderer, directed by Thomas Schlamme is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for nudity, language and mock terror. The original release date was July 30, 1993 for United States audiences. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy/Crime/Romance/Thriller and stars Mike …
Little miss sunshine movie
Little miss sunshine is a really family oriented movie. If it did not have so much profanity, it probably would have been really successful as a mainstream movie. A dysfunctional family is coming together going on a road trip because the little girl wants to be in a little …
Shutter Island movie
“Shutter Island” by Dennis Lehane is a novel adapted to a movie called “Shutter Island”. I rented the DVD of Shutter Island from a local DVD store three days ago and decided to watch it yesterday. I had a lot of expectations from the …
Hocus Pocus
Who doesn’t love this movie ?!? It has Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker in it ! I own it on DVD and in my ipod; I adore those cheesy Halloween-y witch-y movies. I don’t give summaries on my reviews because I don’t want to give the plot away. …
A Hazard of Hearts, 1987
Sir Giles Staverley (Christopher Plummer), a compulsive gambler, loses everything he owns playing dice - all his money and even the house, Staverley Court. His playing partner and an old adversary, Lord Harry Wrotham (Edward Fox) says that Staverley still has something of value - his beautiful daughter Serena …
Sherlock Holmes 2009 - Lock, Stock and Several Exploding Barrels.
This rollicking take on Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes mythology brings the old hack’s story up to date with several bangs. From the moment the film starts, we are plunged into the seedy underworld of Victorian London, and introduced to a hero who is both brilliant and rather unbalanced.
Robert …
The Man in the Iron Mask
“The Man in the Iron Mask” comes with a lot of luggage for Leonardo diCaprio. The actor was involved in this movie project after he was denied the pleasure of being nominated for an Oscar for his interpretation of Jack in “The Titanic”. His reaction was deemed immature by …
Clash of the Titans movie
Clash of the Titans sets the viewer up for grand expectations, but in the end leaves after only giving the viewer various disappointments. Truly CGI and action do not alone make a cinematic masterpiece.
Being a remake of what many consider to be a cult classic, many reviews are …
The Disappointments Room (Horror Movie)
I guess this film lives up to its title, it is indeed rather disappointing. It’s boring and not scary at all.
First of all, the plot is very overused. Dana is suffering from depression and is on medication after the lost of her baby daughter. Her doctor recommended that she moved …
Before The Devil Knows You’re Dead
I was told that this movie was incredibly good. I knew that there was some kind of twist in the plot. But I will admit that when I was told this, I interpreted it to mean that there would be some sort of surprise ending. …
The Outer Limits : “Second Soul” episode
I rented the Outer Limits : Death and Beyond series because I’m truly a creepy person. I’ve always loved the Twilight Zone and Tales from the Darkside. So, I thought that this would be a natural DVD choice for someone like me. Boy was I …
Ghost Rider (2007)
Hollywood production of the legendary comic book fiery skulled, chain wielding, soul stealing, flame wheeled bike riding, bringer of death. The movie remake of the comic once again as Hollywood always does is true injustice. The never, ever capture the real identity of the comic book character to portray …
The Thing from Another World movie
This film was directed by Howard Hawks back in the 1960s, but for some reason the famous director let an unknown filmmaker take all the credit. Perhaps it wasn’t good for is rumour to be affiliated with a story like this, I’m not sure.
Anyway, the plot centres around a …
Movie: Unstoppable
Synopsis: Two train company employees must chase down a runaway locomotive and stop it or slow it down before it derails; spilling the toxic chemicals that it is carrying with it.
What I liked about this movie: I think the best part of this movie for me was all the …
“A Christmas Carol,” 2009 (Animation)
We went to see the new animated “Christmas Carol” movie yesterday. Like all new Disney animations, it is done in 3D; we got the 3D glasses as we bought the tickets, and paid $3 more per ticket because of it. It was well worth it though: I felt like …
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 …
The Bloody Judge movie
I personally think that this is one of Christopher Lee’s better performances and movies out of all of his older movies. This is not only because his acting was good, but because I thought that the movie itself came with a lot of good qualities, such as a great …
Hook (1991 movie)
A modern day look at the fairy tale story of Peter Pan. In this, Robin Williams stars as a grown up Peter Banning who is a businessman in the real world as we know it. After his children were kidnapped and taken to places unknown, Peter gets a visit …
Meet Dave
Played by one of the most respected comedians in the entertainment industry, Meet Dave is a movie that I would have otherwise been reluctant to watch, as I am not really into blatant fiction, but because of the Eddy Murphy factor, I knew that it would have that comedy …
Bye Bye Birdie
I finally got an opportunity to see the classic musical Bye Bye Birdie. While I normally enjoy movies like this one, I have to say I wasn’t overly impressed.
The plot of the musical isn’t bad. You have a famous singer who has been drafted and is heading off to …
Taken (2008) movie
I had already heard so much about the movie from my friends and really wanted to see this highly recommended action flick from a long time. So, finally I went to the nearest shop to rent the DVD. Just an hour ago I finished watching a movie which …
Twilight Zone movie
In 1983, a film was released as a movie to a television show which had been popular for about twenty four years in the United States and a few other places around the world. This popular television show was called “The Twilight Zone”. Many people liked it because it …
Angoor Movie
Angoor - Movie Review : Angoor (meaning rapes) has been directed by great filmmaker Gulzar. It is based on Shakespere’s Comedy of Errors. The story is about two persons, a master and his servant, who have their twins in the same city, and are mistaken as themselves. The …
Escape to Witch Mountain (remake) movie
In 1995, a remake of Escape to Witch Mountain was made, but it didn’t just follow the same story. It what is frequently referred to as a re-think. Basically, we have two babies who appear in a purple light and then get separated for many years. …
Mission: Impossible II (2000)
Mission: Impossible II, directed by John Woo is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for intense sequences of violent action and some sensuality. The original release date was May 24, 2000 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Adventure/Thriller and stars Tom …
All about Steve Movie (2009)
I must have watched this movie 10 times already. It is really special. It is a funny, light, love comedy. At the same time, it does not strictly follow the typical structure of a romantic comedy. All About Steve is just a little bit to weird to fit the …
Coraline movie
My roommate was under the mistaken impression that this was a Tim Burton film. In actuality, Tim Burton had nothing to do with it, but you can see why he would be under that impression.
The movie is based off of a novel by Neil Gaiman, of “Sandman” fame. …
The Matrix (1999)
The Matrix (1999) is an action movie by directors Larry and Andy Wachowski and is rated R by the MPAA.
There are two realities: one that consists of the life we live every day - and one that lies behind it. One is a dream, the other is the …
Jerry Maguire
I must admit that, although Tom Cruise gives an excellent interpreation in the movie “Jerry Maguire”, I still have “Born on the 4th of July” as my favourite movie. What is so great about “Jerry Maguire” is that it relies totally on Tom Cruise in bringing out the best …
Movie Lakeview Terrace
I recently saw the movie Lakeview Terrace starring Samuel L. Jackson at the movies theater. The movie was about a bi racial couple that moves next store to a black police officer raising his son and daughter by himself. From the time the couple moved in …
Taken movie
Now this is how you do an action movie. All the car chases that seemed hollow and perfunctory in the Transporter movies are done well.
The story’s simple enough, the trailer really gives you all the info you need to know. It’s a father racing against …
Hairspray (2007)
Hairspray, directed by Adam Shankman is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America for language, some suggestive content and momentary teen smoking. The original release date was July 20, 2007 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Comedy/Musical/Romance and stars John Travolta as …
The Martian (Film 2015)
I just watched The Martian in theaters today and this Matt Damon led space thriller was absolutely phenomenal. It is one of those movies where you walk out and feel like you enjoyed a full meal and not cheated out of $10.50…and you get to see Childish Gambino in …
Stephen King’s IT
When you talk about movies that change the very way you think and movies that challenge every aspect of your thinking capabilities, look no further than IT, the movie from the mind of the legendary horror writer Stephen King and a straight to television motion picture of the book …
Murder on the 13th Floor (movie)
One of my simple pleasures in life is lying in the couch and watching a fairly good Lifetime movie on a Saturday, especially if I don’t have much to do. When comparing them to some other movies, they might rate as rather terrible to average for too many reasons …
Practical Magic Movie
A bewitching story of self acceptance.
Sally (Sandra Bullock) and Gillian (Nicole Kidman) are two sisters who come from a long line of witches who find love and heartbreak as they grow up trying to come to terms with how different they are from their neighbors and the futile struggle …
The Iron Man 2 Movie
I was really looking forward to the sequel of the first Iron Man movie. I’m an avid fan of Marvel comics. I grew up with this stuff and seeing the characters come to life it just amazing!
The first Iron Man movie was perfect. I had my doubts about Robert …
The Patriot Movie
The patriot is one of the best movies that I ever watch. This movie is based on the struggle of poor Americans against the mighty British Empire. The struggle was a success and hence it makes the movie a must see to learn the art of impeccable planning.
The first …
The Freedom Writers movie
I never knew this movie existed till I watched it on Fox Movies channel on cable just last night and wow, I just want to say that it is really a great movie. Cinemas nowadays are just filled with films and movies that just don’t have the depth. And …
Aeon Flux (2005)
Aeon Flux, directed by Karyn Kusama is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for sequences of violence and sexual content. The original release date was December 2, 2005 for United States audience. This movie falls in the genre of Action/Adventure/Science Fiction/Thriller and stars Charlize Theron as …
Paul Blart: Mall Cop
The first thing I thought when I saw this movie advertising was that the movie looked like it was going to be unusual, but not necessarily funny. When I actually got to watch it though, I realised how right I was, as I never laughed one time throughout the …
DNAngel Episode 5 (Anime)
DNAngel Episode 5 has Risa and Riku switching places with each other after Risa fails in cooking class. Daisuke has to peal cabbages too and tries to get out of it to get to his next thieving assignment.
This was a pretty fun episode. I enjoyed it and it …
Enchanted
I have heard mixed reviews about Enchanted around the web, so I decided to add my two cents. I thought this was a beautiful movie. It includes all the romanticism a Disney “princess” movie should, while adding the real life element to set it apart, and including references to …
Righteous Kill
Righteous kill was directed by Jon Avnet and featured Robert De Niro and Al Pacino as the main characters. Other notables in the movie were 50 cent, John Leguizamo, Donnie Wahlberg, and Brian Dennehy.
The central plot of the movie is that a cop is killing bad guys who …
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