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Robin Hood - 8/10
Was better than i expected... but annoying at how they obviously made the whole thing thinking about a sequel...
Enjoyed it to a point but found myself checking the clock a few times. Funny in parts and a good amount of head smashing + bow twanging. Not the worst film I've ever seen.
Montevista
05-17-2010, 19:37
Visual Effects and Sound Design (forgot the exact name of that award) are the only realistic nominations.
What nominations did you hear about?
Some people were expecting it to receive a Best Picture nomination along with Avatar and District 9(the other Sci-fi movies), which might be a bit of a stretch.
JustinPinter
05-17-2010, 22:02
Robin Hood - 7/10
I was kind of disappointed with the movie. I think having it rated PG-13 is what may have held it back. It's not that I'm all about gore, but imagine Braveheart as a PG-13 movie. It just wouldn't be as good. All of Ridley Scott's great movies (exception for Legend) have been rated R; Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, Aliens, etc. I felt that the new Robin Hood was going for a more gritty version of the story. I was expecting gruesome medieval battles and plotline.
Also the movie seemed a bit long.
Staticneuron
05-17-2010, 22:11
The losers 7/10
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Yet another movie based off of a comic series. The losers has some very interesting characters and some funny dialog and scenes across the board. It is a movie in which you can turn your mind off and enjoy.
The bad things are stand out but only if you approach this film with serious intent (not recommended) the characters strife's are cliched, they are underdeveloped and underutilized, the plot twists you can see coming a mile away, the ending battle is nothing spectacular and there is a happy ending that leaves questions unresolved.
If you are the type that is incapable of enjoying a popcorn flick, you might as well subtract 2 more points. It is far from the worst movie ever, but also far from the best.
stay-puft
05-17-2010, 22:30
Ghost Dog : The Way of the Samurai - 7/10
A strange,unusual and deep movie that is quite hypnotic and also funny. Perhaps I need a second view to appreciate it more.
DINAMO788
05-18-2010, 01:39
letters from iwo jima.
Im seeing this before flags of our fathers btw.
8/10
Well directed movie, not much going on but deeply personal and emotive.
RedDragon7
05-18-2010, 04:29
letters from iwo jima.
Im seeing this before flags of our fathers btw.
8/10
Well directed movie, not much going on but deeply personal and emotive.It technically shouldn't matter. They're different sides of the same event, but you may find a preference of which you think should be viewed first.
Memento - I've already seen it, but watching it again reminds me how awesome Christopher Nolan is! Everything in this movie all the way to the script: Script, Story, Acting, Editing, Lighting, Composition, Music/ambience are all superb.
9.9/10 - Since I'm being more formal here, I'll give it a more formal grade and a full 10 would mean its perfect, and objectively speaking no movie is perfect. Though I can't think of a way I'd change any aspect considering the context of the film.
LastManDancing
05-18-2010, 11:46
Robin Hood 5.5/10
The movie wasn't bad but it wasn't good either. The villain was pretty generic, no reasoning behind his motivations, nothing interesting happened throughout the entirety of the movie, and the dialogue was eh...
Little John was cool though.
stay-puft
05-18-2010, 21:43
Badlands - 4/10
Very disappointing movie to me. The acting from Sheen was good but the whole movie is utterly forgettable and dull and the dialogue was lala. After the first 20 minutes it fell apart, although there were still a few decent scenes to be found here and there.
MedicDog
05-18-2010, 23:09
Toy Story:
Amazing film, You can't get too old to watch it. I loved every second of it!
9/10
The Book of Eli 8/10
Really enjoyed it, action scenes were really solid. Good movie.
RedDragon7
05-20-2010, 20:32
Up in the Air - 8/10 - Some good dialogue and shots. The suitcase packing has some nice editing as well. Not my type of film normally but it's got some good stuff.
THUGGEDOUT
05-21-2010, 08:27
The Wolf Man (Unrated) - 5/5 - Couldn't watch the whole movie as I found it boring along with the fact that the look of the Wolf Man just killed it every time. The gore was pretty good but that was a out it...
macgruber - 4/10
two things to note - only see this if the $10 bucks you spend on the ticket would otherwise spontaneously combust; and if you do see it, make sure your expectations are ridiculously low. Then its kind of ok.
THUGGEDOUT
05-21-2010, 23:17
A Nightmare On Crap Street (2010) -3/10- Yawn....
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Matrix - 9/10
Matrix: Reloaded - 7.5/10
Matrix: Revolutions - 7/10
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Shutter Island - 9/10
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The Shinjuku Incident - 8/10
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Avatar - 9/10
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
6/10
@kyaw, recommended or not? I'll see it anyway, just want to hear your thoughts :p
Iron Man 2: 7/10, enjoyable but the 1st was better. Still a great story, action was a bit boring though.
THUGGEDOUT
05-23-2010, 13:53
Zack & Miri Make A Porno -7/10-
BarrelofMonkeys
05-23-2010, 13:57
Valentines Day - 8/10
I am a sap so movies like this I enjoy plus it was nice to see how all the characters came together.
[valium]
05-23-2010, 14:03
Valentines Day - 8/10
I am a sap so movies like this I enjoy plus it was nice to see how all the characters came together.
Lol. I loved that movie.
Public Enemies.. 4/10?
I sat there for like 2 hours just to..
watch my Johnny get his doors blown off. Yes, I expected it since it was about Dillinger but..
The story could have been told better, a lot better.
stay-puft
05-23-2010, 16:21
Kalifornia - 7/10
The characters are annoying but the movie is actually pretty solid and has an interesting subject matter. Brad Pitt is excellent
The Hunted - 5/10
Cliché all the way, but it's very short and the fights are cool.
From Paris With Love - 6.5/10
Over the top and silly, but very entertaining with some cool lines and scenes.
THUGGEDOUT
05-23-2010, 18:35
Prince of Persia:TSOT -6.5/10- Gemma Arterton is a hottie.
Drag Me To Hell - 2/10
Munich - 9/10
Bruno - 8/10
THUGGEDOUT
05-24-2010, 19:17
Rogue -7/10- Not too shabby for a killer croc movie...
killzone_71
05-24-2010, 19:25
Prince of Persia:TSOT -6.5/10- Gemma Arterton is a hottie.
Still doesnt break the old game based movie curse? :( i have high hopes that this movie will...
Man i have a crap load of movies to rate... so lets start!
Die Hard 4 - 9/10 Action + Willis + Jokes = win! :lol:
Daybreakers - 9/10 Definitely better than fookin twilight...
Legion - 6.5/10 Good action scenes, hampered by a silly story and a silly ending...
Edge of Darkness - 10/10 This movie really pulled my strings, especially when Gibson's daughter was shot point blank with a shotgun and killing her A good cop movie too. I was controlling my tears at the movie's ending... Real sad...
Pride and Glory - 8/10 Another good cop movie... I have weakness when it comes to cop movies... :lol: The irish bar fight scene was epic... :D
Kick As$ - 10/10 Extremely fun movie... Father daughter relationship doesnt hurt the movie... John Murphy's score was effective as always... Hit Girl is teh Shiz! :snicker
Sunshine - 9/10 Danny Boyle + John Murphy Score + Sci-fi = 2 hours of good movie... :D
gameonman
05-24-2010, 19:27
watched the tooth fairy last night funny as hell
stay-puft
05-24-2010, 21:05
The Prince of Persia - 5.5/10
The story is chlichéd and predictable but the action was fun and there's plenty of it. It's clearly targeteted at a very young audience.
THUGGEDOUT
05-24-2010, 21:30
Unthinkable -9/10- ****ing brilliant....
Iron Man 2 - 4/10
Utter poosauce.
Blacksite
05-24-2010, 23:26
There aren't a lot of movies I'm looking forward to seeing this year, apart from Inception and Tron Legacy, so I'm rating three old movies that I watched recently in the past two weeks.
One of them is the 2007 film adaptation of Stephen King's The Mist, and overall I though it was a good movie. Some people might not like it because of its ending, but I thought it was different, so kudos to the director. My only complaint is that the weird phenomenon wasn't further explained... but whatever.
8/10
The other movie that I watched recently was the 1978 remake of Invasion of the Body Snatchers. I doubt many people have seen this movie, but if you're a fan of science fiction, you don't want to pass this one up.
10/10
Lastly, there's Jacob's Ladder! This movie scared the pants off me... seriously, just watch it for yourself. O_o
9/10
stay-puft
05-25-2010, 10:37
Tunnel Rats - 7.5/10
I can't believe that this is a Uwe Boll movie because it's actually a pretty good movie. Perhaps if he doesn't rape video games he can do decent movies. If you have anything left for intense vietnam movies do this man a favour and watch this movie.
Mute Witness - 8/10
Every Thriller fan should watch this movie. The suspense is fantastic especially in the first half and makes me overlook some silly moments in the last third.
Lastly, there's Jacob's Ladder! This movie scared the pants off me... seriously, just watch it for yourself. O_o
9/10
Gonna watch that now solely on the basis of your recommendation. Let's hope I don't waste my time or I will demand my bandwidth back. :snicker
Kick ***.
A solid 8.
Wasn't sure what it would be like going in but found it thoroughly entertaining.
Stewie Skywalker
05-27-2010, 02:10
Gonna watch that now solely on the basis of your recommendation. Let's hope I don't waste my time or I will demand my bandwidth back. :snicker
Jacob's Ladder is the ****! Didn't scare me personally but it's great and terribly sad at times.
THUGGEDOUT
05-27-2010, 08:09
The Mask -7/10-
stay-puft
05-27-2010, 12:04
Jacob's Ladder is no horror movie but it's such a mind**** movie. So crazy but so good.
A Nightmare on Elm Street - 6/10
They should have hired a better writer to use it's potential better. Overall it's above average for the genre and I liked the dark,depressing nearly nihilistic atmosphere.
One False Move - 5/10
Tension is lacking throughout, I didn't really like the subplots and the ending was weak.
THUGGEDOUT
05-28-2010, 08:09
Ondine -7/10- Irish indie flick with Colin Farell, film picks up towards the end when all gets revealed. Funny how he is playing an Irishman but doesn't seem to sound like it when compared to the other Irish actors. Couldn't help but notice how much he looked like Charles Manson in this film...
Baseket Ball - 8/10
Haven't seen this since i was a youngun'. At first thought it wasn't funny, but then it got really good and was happy in the knowlegde it wasn't just because i was young that i enjoyed it.
From Paris with Love : 1/10
the movie have a good twist in it, but, I'm sick and tired of movies portraying Muslims as terrorists...
Sunshine 9/10
This is film is a great sci-fi film for sci-fi lovers. A tad slow at the start, but awesome characters and the meat of humanity shown in here.
Layer Cake - 8/10
Love it, seen it a few times Daniel Craig is very good in it.
gillmanjr
05-31-2010, 03:08
Just got done watching Avatar for the first time - on Blu Ray of course - it was spectacular! Truly amazing viewing experience, every movie should look like that.
v-CoLD-v
05-31-2010, 04:47
Star Wars episode 3... 10/10
AZTwiztidJuggla
05-31-2010, 05:47
Iron Man 2.... 8/10
thought it was a good movie but not the greatest
RedDragon7
05-31-2010, 06:43
Star Wars episode 3... 10/10HAHAHA! :lol:
Anyway...
Mission Impossible 2 - 8/10 - Typical action flick story but the fight sequences are very satisfying (thanks John Woo). The whole money transfer scene in the complex was so fun watch.
Gonna check out Mission Impossible 3 next (haven't watched it in a long time). I remember this one having a more substantial story along with some good action.
stay-puft
05-31-2010, 11:27
Fargo - 7/10
Good movie and quite special. Some scenes felt useless and the comedy also felt out of place sometimes.
BarrelofMonkeys
05-31-2010, 12:33
Star Wars IV - 7/10
I liked the first 3. Well technically the last 3. But the comedy is good and the action is as well. Hard to get into if your not into those kind of movies but in all decent.
THUGGEDOUT
05-31-2010, 16:28
Planes, Trains & Automobiles - 8.5/10 - Comedy with Steve Martin and John Candy, directed by John Hughes. John Candy does well and the situations the duo get into are hilarious...
Prince of Persia - 6/10
It had quite a lot of action in it but it never had that feeling to it and the story was awful. Gemma Arterton is HOT!!!! She was the best part of the film. I knew the film would suck since Disney made it.
MentallyCritical
06-01-2010, 18:46
Unthinkable -9/10- ****ing brilliant....
Ondine -7/10- Irish indie flick with Colin Farell, film picks up towards the end when all gets revealed. Funny how he is playing an Irishman but doesn't seem to sound like it when compared to the other Irish actors. Couldn't help but notice how much he looked like Charles Manson in this film...
fairly assessed.
i say +1 to the Ratings & reviews.
just saw avatar (am i too late ?) in 1080p.I'll give it a 10/10 because it is basically flawless :DD
BarrelofMonkeys
06-01-2010, 20:09
Alice In Wonderland - 5/10
The movie had a few comical pieces and the battle at the end was semi-epic but it did not stand up to the standards I had set in place for it. Tim Burton is my hero and I support everything he does but this movie was just "meh". Wasn't great like expected but oh well. Though Johnny Depp was amazing like always.
mustangless
06-02-2010, 03:58
Sherlock Homles 8/10
I will probably get banned, but....
Before that I watched, 2001: a Space Odyssey. 2/10
Planes, Trains & Automobiles - 8.5/10 - Comedy with Steve Martin and John Candy, directed by John Hughes. John Candy does well and the situations the duo get into are hilarious...
That is a great one. Best part is when John Candy goes the wrong way down the highway
scottscorpion
06-02-2010, 10:22
i watched sherlock holmes last night on bluray
didnt think id like it but it was pretty good
id give it 8/10 also
the fight scene with sherlock wass pretty cool in the ring when he was planning what to do
MAJOR1234
06-02-2010, 12:22
Ghost town 2010 1/10
low budgeet movie that came on sky movies, cant believe i spend money just to watch rubbish movies like that.
Knowing - 10/10
This movie is one of the greatest films of all time, it helps if you also view the movie-documentary "Chariots of the Gods" before hand.
No need to beat around the bush, anyone that believes in Christianity will instantly give this film a big fat 0.
But for those willing to open their mind to other possibilities and those discussed in "Chariots of the Gods" will really enjoy this film, it has a lot of structure and is very well crafted.
I would recommend this film become mandatory viewing for all people of earth.
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Jacob's Ladder
9/10
I'm glad I listened to your reviews! This movie seriously ****s with your brain and gets creepy as hell towards the end!
RedDragon7
06-03-2010, 04:01
No need to beat around the bush, anyone that believes in Christianity will instantly give this film a big fat 0.You clearly didn't realize that the movie was centered around an off-shoot theory of Christianity (whether it was intentional or not).
Prince of Persia - I'll just say it was a little better than G.I. Joe... which isn't saying much... or it says a lot, depending on how you look at it.
You clearly didn't realize that the movie was centered around an off-shoot theory of Christianity (whether it was intentional or not).
Prince of Persia - I'll just say it was a little better than G.I. Joe... which isn't saying much... or it says a lot, depending on how you look at it.
Adam + Eve got all that, just replaces god with alien like beings :lol:
RedDragon7
06-03-2010, 06:35
Nope it doesn't. How do you know those were aliens? The big "ship" in the sky? Open up your mind past appearances...
THUGGEDOUT
06-03-2010, 07:27
I Love You Philip Morris -7/10- Interesting film based on some gay conman, have to say the cons and escapes were quite entertaining but not sure if they are factual or embelished...
Nope it doesn't. How do you know those were aliens? The big "ship" in the sky? Open up your mind past appearances...
Do explain then? Thats partly why I liked the film so much.
THUGGEDOUT
06-04-2010, 17:39
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre - 6.5/10 - Jessica Beil gets a 10! :drool
Freddy vs Jason -6.5/10- Didn't care for Freddy's look in the film but was good to see two horror greats going at it...
RedDragon7
06-05-2010, 05:04
Do explain then? Thats partly why I liked the film so much.
I actually thought the design of aliens sort of resembled an angel in a way. For all we know, those could be angels taking the kids in what we might call (as we know it from the Bible) an "ark".
I could get into a more philosophical discussion about it, but I'll leave you with that for now.
Just to clarify, you like the film because you thought it was venturing outside of christianity?
MentallyCritical
06-05-2010, 05:10
I Love You Philip Morris 7.5/10 aiight movie.
TheMollusk92
06-05-2010, 09:05
Avatar, 9.5/10
stay-puft
06-05-2010, 12:42
Rampage - 7/10
Another pretty good Uwe Boll film. It's very shocking and disturbing. Certainly nothing for the faint-hearted
Rampage - 7/10
Another pretty good Uwe Boll film. It's very shocking and disturbing. Certainly nothing for the faint-hearted
Stay away from Uwe Boll!!
THUGGEDOUT
06-05-2010, 20:01
Date Night -6.5/10- Not too bad, the Audi & cab scene was pretty good but the running reservation joke was lame.
BarrelofMonkeys
06-05-2010, 21:55
Lord Of The Rings: Fellowship Of The Ring - 9/10
Epic story telling that keeps you wanting more until they very end. Plus epic fight scenes and a tad bit of humour. All you could ever want from a film.
Lord Of The Rings: Two Towers - 10/10
Same as before. Smealow/Gollum just make this movie so much better. He has been my favorite character in the entire series. Can't wait til tomorrow night to watch the final movie.
Demon2005
06-06-2010, 08:59
Get him to the Greek - 9/10
Super funny, well written, superbly casted and acted. Definatly check it out.
killzone_71
06-07-2010, 17:35
Evangelion 2.0 You can (not) Advance - 10/10
This has to be the most emotional anime movie i've seen, a definite improvement from 1.0
Has also a very good musical score that adds to the epicness of the movie.
Definitely worth the buy... or download... :snicker
stay-puft
06-10-2010, 14:53
The Life of David Gale - 8/10
I don't really understand the critical bashing this got, perhaps I'm interpreting it differently. It's totally engaging as a movie though
Danny2304
06-10-2010, 15:35
Starship Troopers 7/10
Only because it never scared me as much as it did in 1997 :lol:
Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time - 7/10
Having never played the sands of time storyline i wasnt bogged down with the knowledge i usually am when watching video game adaptions.
I found it quite exnjoyable. The action was exciting, the storyline was ok (certainly better than i expected) and Gemma Arterton is FFFFIIINNNEEEE.
My friend who has played the games hated it.
Everyone who hadnt played the games thought it was at least decent.
She's out of my league 8/10
enjoyed this alot I found it funny throughout the whioe movie which for this type (romcom) is rare. Usually they are funny for the first 45min then after that there are mild sniggers or think laughs but this had me laughing out loud throughout the whole film.
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When in Rome 3/10
Total crap with poor script writing. The first scene sets the standard low with the typical slagging someone off then they appear behind and the person say "he/she is behind me isnt he/she?"
stay-puft
06-11-2010, 18:22
Ed Wood - 7/10
This is a tough one. It's very unique and special but it couldn't hold my attention all the time. The acting is fantastic though
Montevista
06-12-2010, 00:35
Memoirs of a Geisha- B+
We watched it in class today and I enjoyed it. It's a beautifully made film, the story can go places that isn't expected but it still delivers.
killzone_71
06-12-2010, 21:34
Green Zone - 9/10
The 2 hit combo of Greengrass and Damon never gets old...
Too bad this movie isnt in the caliber of *** kicking to the likes of the Last Bourne movie
BarrelofMonkeys
06-12-2010, 23:09
Shutter Island - 9.8/10
This movie was flawless. Kept your attention throughout the entire movie and kept you wanting more. Nice twist at the end.
MentallyCritical
06-13-2010, 06:10
Exam - 9/10. great movie ,really refreshing & new. definitely would like to see a prequel to this movie as it has a very interesting plot. would highly recommend it if you are looking for some thing fresh.
Stewie Skywalker
06-13-2010, 17:37
Book of Eli 7.5/10
The Wolfman 6.5/10
Shutter Island 8.5/10
From Paris with Love 5/10
Alice in Wonderland 8/10
Green Zone 8.5/10
If anyone would like deeper reviews just say so.
RedDragon7
06-13-2010, 20:49
Book of Eli 7.5/10
The Wolfman 6.5/10
Shutter Island 8.5/10
From Paris with Love 5/10
Alice in Wonderland 8/10
Green Zone 8.5/10
If anyone would like deeper reviews just say so.I'm always interested to here specifics... unless I disagree :p
However out those, I've only seen Shutter Island and Alice in Wonderland.
Book of Eli 7.5/10
The Wolfman 6.5/10
Shutter Island 8.5/10
From Paris with Love 5/10
Alice in Wonderland 8/10
Green Zone 8.5/10
If anyone would like deeper reviews just say so.
Of those I haven't seen Green Zone (it's in the queue), but I'd say I agree ± 0.5 for all the others. I'd definitely give Alice the bump to 8.5 and I was kind of not into seeing Eli, but was pleasantly surprised (I'm kind of a sucker for post-apocalyptic Mad Max-ian type flicks).
I think there's an 8.0 movie in Wolfman with some improved editing (since it's a remake of a classic Universal monster flick, all of which were always nice and tight).
I thought Shutter was _beautiful_ even though the "twist" was pretty conspicuous from the beginning (the opening scene on the boat).
Re-watching Zombieland on BD right now, wow, I love this movie :D
Stewie Skywalker
06-13-2010, 23:15
Wolfman needs a lot more than editing tweaks. The CGI was weak, the makeup was uninspiring, the fight scenes and overall violence was run of the mill and didn't incite any emotional reaction. It all stems from the "seen it all before" feeling and it DOESN'T DO ANYTHING BETTER. Only saving grace of the film is the terrific art direction, at times slick cinematography, and of course SIR ANTHONY HOPKINS. One of the greatest actors of all time, the man can take a ordinary line and give it unbelievable punch.
Green Zone was better than I thought it would be, no Bourne, but thoroughly exciting. Matt Damon is one of my favorite actors and I love the way Paul Greengrass directs action sequences. It's even more impressive that he shoots all of it on film.
Book of Eli: A lot better than expected, but it's style is counter productive to the grittiness of the characters and story. I also hate the CG use. You know I have zero tolerance for bad CGI... ZERO. You either find a way to do it real or you go get WETA or ILM. Double Negative does good work but they never really take on huge projects. I also didn't like how there was no real reason to Denzel's crusade, which might prove to be more of a knock on religion and it's ridiculousness, but I'm digressing. Gary's character had an agenda that made a lot of sense and Denzel was on this "blind" mission to restore faith. The film was way too pro God/Religion for me and seemed to not realize any of its faults, which maybe are too vast to fit into a 2 hour movie. Fine performances around the board.
Alice: Went into with super low expectations because 1) Am not a huge fan of Burton, though I like his creativity. 2) Am not really familiar with Alice in Wonderland. 3) Negative reviews. Came out of it very pleased. Thought it was rather funny, imaginative, and beautiful. The performances were good and I could see children absolutely loving it. It was so colorful and vivid, very pleasing film. Johnny was Johnny and Mia Wasikowska was fantastic as Alice. Helena stole the show with her big head antics.
Shutter Island: Marty doing a suspense B movie with a bigger budget than a 80s B movie would have. Not a huge fan of Leo, but I thought he did a rather fine job here as did Sir Kingsly. The film is going for the rough cut, kind of messy at times feel so I was a bit more lenient on it than others have been. Saw the bit about Leo being crazy a mile off, but the circumstances in which they reveal it were impressive. Heart wrenching ending, you really root for Leo's character all the way up until the credits roll.
From Paris with Love: ... do I really have to?
EDIT: Oh and I just saw Adventureland... stellar film. Saw Jessie Eisenberg in Zombieland before this, he plays the same exact character but does it well. Ryan Reynolds is still the man with the super awesome hot girlfriend(In real life) and I've been a big fan since Van Wilder. Now onto the big revelation... Kristen Stewart.
As some of you may know, not a big fan of Twilight. I get why some young girls like it, but I do not, not for me. Too much moaning about, the characters are weak, way too much melodrama for my taste. In Adventureland I saw the whole other side of Kristen Stewart. She was pretty, she was strong yet in need of support, intriguing, did I mention pretty already? I mean total 180 from what I've been feeling for her in Twilight. Proof of a future good acting career? IDK she doesn't seem to be really appreciative of her job and Twilights errr complains about it all the time. If she sticks to it though... she could be very very good.
RedDragon7
06-14-2010, 00:57
I didn't care for Alice. I thought Burton could've pushed it for a crazier and more twisted feel, but instead (possibly because of Disney) they took the safe route and just made it a mainstream kids film. And I wish the story wasn't so tight to the Hero's Journey. It's almost verbatim which unless the other aspects rub you just right it feels overused. Unfortunately it didn't rub me the right way. Depp has a good performance but I just didn't care for the character. The cat was the best part since his character was always the more intriguing. Still the cat was better in the older Disney cartoon from what I recall.
I enjoyed Shutter Island. The story is well told and in a more intriguing way than other movies have done it (or close to). The performances make it believable enough that even if you think you have it figured out you may question it. I loved the psychological elements especially when the subtle cuts of memories come in without disturbing the scene its placed in the middle of. I also enjoyed the first scene between Leo and his character's wife. The whole memory is made to feel almost real with elements fading in and out. Furthermore the hot lighting was nice touch I thought.
This may sound farfetched, but Shutter Island was in a way a good prelim movie to Inception.
Demon2005
06-14-2010, 01:20
9 to 5: Days in Porn - 6/10
A documentary following 10 porn stars and other people in the industry. Pretty insightful but was a little boring at times.
Montevista
06-14-2010, 05:14
Toy Story 2- A-
This movie along with Finding Nemo and Up are Pixar's best films. I can't wait until friday!!
Speed Racer- B
Wish it would have made more money at the box-office, it was such an overlooked movie back in 08. It looks stunning on Blu-Ray and the story and characters are interesting enough.
BarrelofMonkeys
06-16-2010, 16:10
The Book Of Eli - 5/10
I was fairly disappointed with this movie. I went in not knowing what is was about and found it to be quite dull. There was quite a bit of action but the story (for me anyway) seemed to fall apart. I am not into the whole Bible scene so the movie just didn't catch my attention. The only reason it got a 5 was because of Denzel Washington.
helpmeoprah
06-18-2010, 03:32
the dark knight- 8 because its just too long..... i can only make it an hour n a half through it before shutting it off, on blu ray its really good though
podsaurus
06-18-2010, 04:30
The Book of Eli - 8/10
I just saw it tonight and and other posts I've seen recent here is that people haven't really gotten into it. I only wish that it had been longer and that there was more 'stuff' going on with the story. I love any Denzel movie but personally I liked I Am Legend better than this, also an end-of-the-world kinda movie.
Doom - 7/10
Nice easy to watch film. Plus........THE ROCK!
http://www.thecinemasource.com/moviesdb/images/let_the_right_one_in_blu_ray.jpg
9/10
One of the best independent movies I've seen all year. I cannot even describe the feelings that I've went through! Highly recommendable!
Montevista
06-19-2010, 21:00
Toy Story 3- A
Sad and satisfying ending, I even had a tear or two dropping down my cheek.
Never mind this irrelevent post.
stay-puft
06-20-2010, 00:20
Flatliners - 8/10
Man, such a crazy and intense movie. I liked it very much, reminds me of Jacob's Ladder.
RedDragon7
06-21-2010, 07:43
Toy Story 3 - 9/10 - There's some really great moments. The last third of the movie is well written and closes the story very well. The movie deserves credit for evoking so much emotion.
THUGGEDOUT
06-21-2010, 11:23
Sunshine Cleaning -7.5/10- Pretty good indie flick with a funny story and great cast...
Eddie & The Cruisers -7/10- Not a bad flick from the 80's, good soundtrack though...
neoxthexone
06-21-2010, 20:47
Toy Story 3- best movie this year.
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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
9/10
What a sad, emotional and yet so uplifting movie based on a real event. I've even shed a tear. Go see it for yourselves!
CrazyShady
06-22-2010, 04:21
Toy Story 3- best movie this year.
you said it! thats my last one too
soooooo goooood!
Get Him To The Greek 9/10
Absolutely loved it. Laughed out loud so much of it. Was a brilliant movie.
Kick *** - 8.5/10
It kicks so much ***!
Hit Girl is AWESOME.
Reservoir Dogs - 9/10
Prince Of Persia - 7/10
Terminator 2 - 9/10
Doubt i need to say why. But i will. Just because.
Terminator 2 - 9/10
Doubt i need to say why. But i will. Just because.
I lol'd.
hockeydude30
06-22-2010, 19:17
Run Fat Boy, Run I'll give it 3.5/5 stars. It wasn't anything amazing but it had its funny moments.
stay-puft
06-22-2010, 19:27
No Way Out - 7/10
Good acting and got suspenseful after a while. The ending is meh though.
MedicDog
06-23-2010, 15:06
Wild Target: 8/10
Really funny, Rupert Grint is amazing and laughs all round really!
BarrelofMonkeys
06-23-2010, 15:46
She's Out Of My League - 6/10
It was a fairly funny and decent movie. Not at all what I had expected to be honest though fairly predictable. After seeing it though, it is not a movie I would ever watch again.
SynYster505
06-24-2010, 03:50
The Hangover 10/10
love watching this one.
one of my all time Favorites. I love the Bearded guy.
Stewie Skywalker
06-24-2010, 03:51
Mysterious Skin -9/10
The Lookout- 8.5/10
Had to revisit some JGL classics before INCEPTION next month!
Toy Story 3 in 3d.
10/10. Great movie. Once again Pixar doesn't disappoint and it was a worthy installment in the trilogy. The 3d was well done and I don't think I can think of one bad thing to say about the movie. The only bad part was my 2 year old not wanting to sit through the whole thing or leave his glasses on.
Mysterious Skin -9/10
The Lookout- 8.5/10
Had to revisit some JGL classics before INCEPTION next month!
Sounds great! Gonna download them in a minute. ;)
stay-puft
06-24-2010, 16:06
The Lookout owns.
The Bone Collector - 8/10
It has some cliched scenes but overall I liked it very much, mostly because I dig the genre.
http://www.boomerangshop.com/dvdcover/imageweb165/Zombieland200912882_f.jpg
8/10
Thoroughly entertaining!
RedDragon7
06-25-2010, 00:22
War of the Worlds - 7.5/10 - It had some great cinematography and sound design. The story isn't bad, especially compared to most remakes. It's changed up from the original but I think it works it's just not great. My pet-peeves are with re-hashed dead beat father which is kind of annoying since many movies are willing to make the father look like the bad guy/idiot, but that's just my personal opinion. Also, the son isn't too bight either but he's an adolescent so its hard to argue with that, again mostly just a personal pet-peeve. Of course ILM does a nice job with the VFX.
(500) Days of Summer - 8/10 - A good and interestingly done romantic drama/comedy. Its hard to really call either a drama or a comedy since the movie right in-between. Of course, JGL pulls a nice performance. Btw, the girl at the end of the movie... nice upgrade :)
Mysterious Skin -9/10
That movie *just* got HIGHLY recommended to me by a friend. Coincidence? I think not.
Toy Story 3 in 3d.
10/10. Great movie. Once again Pixar doesn't disappoint and it was a worthy installment in the trilogy. The 3d was well done and I don't think I can think of one bad thing to say about the movie. The only bad part was my 2 year old not wanting to sit through the whole thing or leave his glasses on.
I'm giddy to see it. We've been watching 1 & 2 about 2-3 times a week with our 2.25 year old and she's been sitting through BOTH back to back without any problems. Trying to decide if I want to give it a shot (I think in 3D the glasses would be the first thing to go, so maybe see it in 2D?)
8/10
Thoroughly entertaining!
So awesome. Just rewatched it last weekend (hahaha, in fact, I just opened the BD of it I got for my birthday way back in March). It's a 9/10 for me, but I'm totally into the genre (and sub-genre I guess you could say).
War of the Worlds - 7.5/10 - It had some great cinematography and sound design. The story isn't bad, especially compared to most remakes.
You know, I almost don't even consider it a remake since it's sourced from a novel and several elements are actually _closer_ to the original source than the '53 movie. The family interaction was painful, but the visual (and audio) execution was pretty goddam outstanding.
(500) Days of Summer - 8/10 - A good and interestingly done romantic drama/comedy. Its hard to really call either a drama or a comedy since the movie right in-between. Of course, JGL pulls a nice performance. Btw, the girl at the end of the movie... nice upgrade :)
Saw this a couple of weeks ago, VERY good 8.5/10 for me (and so incredibly accurate in terms of relationship dynamics). JGL is a fan favorite around here. :cool:
I think Zooey is better looking than the chick at the end, but I'm into semi-quirky women. :D
RedDragon7
06-25-2010, 07:49
Seven Pounds - 8/10 - Good movie with strong performances by Rosario Dawson and Will Smith. Really sad ending though.
EDIT:
Akira - 9/10 - The art direction is reminiscent of Blade Runner which hits my personal liking. Some of the establishing shots of the city/buildings are beautiful. For anyone who knows about animation knows this movie is a remarkable feat in that medium. The best part though is the story which has some deep meaning to it. The ending is a bit vague but it allows the viewer to read into it more and make their own conclusions. My only nit-pick is some of the dialogue/voice acting seems a little odd at times but that could easily be from the translation (I was using the English dub since I was eating).
stay-puft
06-25-2010, 09:49
The Last Seduction - 8/10
I don't know why but it was totally captivating. The ending though was what I didn't want it to be.
Cliché-Skating
06-25-2010, 13:34
Kick ***
10/10
Possibly the best film i have seen.
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I'm giddy to see it. We've been watching 1 & 2 about 2-3 times a week with our 2.25 year old and she's been sitting through BOTH back to back without any problems. Trying to decide if I want to give it a shot (I think in 3D the glasses would be the first thing to go, so maybe see it in 2D?)
Well, my 2.5 year old has about the shortest attention span a kid could have so it didn't surprise me. My 4 year old had no problem sitting through the movie and leaving his glasses on. I left my glasses off for about a minute to see what my 2 year old was seeing and the movie is still mostly watchable. When there are parts with a lot of depth most of the screen gets pretty blurry. Other times it looks almost normal.
I'm sure the 2d would be fine, but I enjoyed the 3d in the film. I figure I'll watch it a million times in 2d when it comes out on blu so I may as well catch the 3d version at the theater.
http://www.icelebz.com/movies/unthinkable/poster.jpg
9/10
What a masterpiece! The ending was extremely shocking and unexpected! It really goes deep and wants us to think about morals and values of human beings. How far can we go to save others?
RedDragon7
06-26-2010, 18:46
HP and The Half-Blood Prince - Don't feel like giving a number rating but basically the climax isn't much. This film is more of a bridge to the final act of the overall story. The one thing I did enjoy though was the cinematography was nice. The DP really pulled some good compositions.
Sadly the next movie won't much of a true 3-act movie either since it's broken into two films. It could still work but it'll probably leave the audience needing to see the final movie to fully enjoy the end.
Adventureland - 7/10 - The characters were more to my relation, but the story wasn't all that interesting. (500) Days of Summer spoiled me.
Little Big soldier : 9/10 great movie with a good story and good ending with a lot of funny moments.
THUGGEDOUT
06-27-2010, 14:51
Splinter - 7/10 - Pretty good horror flick, good acting with some okay gore. Nice homage to The Thing...
Land Of The Lost - 7/10 - Despite the bad reviews I thought this film was good with lots of laughs.
Stewie Skywalker
06-27-2010, 20:20
The Crazies - 8/10
Hot Tub Time Machine- 7.5/10
Whip It- 7.5/10 A little generic, but the comedy was pretty good and Ellen Page rocks as usual.
Baraka- N/A: It's not really a proper film. It's a selection of shots from across the world shot on 65mm film. It's amazingly beautiful, there is some wonderful timelapse photography in there as well, but it wasn't extremely moving. That comes from the lack of a proper narrative. It's a nice video though.
RedDragon7
06-27-2010, 21:41
Baraka- N/A: It's not really a proper film. It's a selection of shots from across the world shot on 65mm film. It's amazingly beautiful, there is some wonderful timelapse photography in there as well, but it wasn't extremely moving. That comes from the lack of a proper narrative. It's a nice video though.I haven't seen the whole thing, but from the part I saw in school it certainly has some beautiful photography. I actually thought it was some sort of pseudo-documentary but I guess its not that either.
Fast and Furious - Not going to rate this cause it won't be pretty. I don't mind watching a movie mostly for fun street racing but when the street racing turns into desert/mine racing that's just ****ing ridiculous for anyone know that these cars don't work like that. Someone tell the writers this isn't Motorstorm. All I got to say is thank God for Jordana Brewster.
http://www.cinemahd.net/image_upload/images/2010/04/REC22009BluRay1080pDTSX264HDTeam.jpg
8.5/10
This movie will haunt your dreams! Though the first one was slightly better I can still thoroughly recommend the sequel because of its incredible atmosphere and shock effects! Do not, under any circumstances, wait for Quarantine 2 - this is the real deal right here!
RedDragon7
06-27-2010, 23:49
Signs - 8/10 - I thought the writing/story was pretty good. A movie that sows in the themes of loss and faith fairly well. The camera work is good too, giving a different style to most Hollywood films. Furthermore I enjoyed the audio, it helps M. Night's ability to create suspense even when you know it's coming (it's not the over used horror cues). And I'll admit when I first saw it, it scared the living **** out of me.
stay-puft
06-28-2010, 00:37
Lost Highway - 8/10
It's what you expect from a mind**** David Lynch movie. Insane but totally fascinating,just like many dreams. Patricia Arquette is so hot in this movie.
Hot tub time machine 3/10
Not really funny at all.
http://dvdvideo.co.nz/shop/images/roadshow/lucas.jpg
10/10
So much truth in it. One of the best films ever made and an instant classic.
RIP, Corey Ian Haim (http://www.fullhyderabad.com/hyderabad-news/corey-haim-dead-lost-boys-lucas-actor-dead-at-38-384)!
RedDragon7
06-29-2010, 00:17
Ghost in the Shell - 8/10 - I thought the animation in Akira was better and I think it is (as a fact). The story is interesting, with some deep themes of defining life and individuality. I think I would enjoy this movie dubbed in english rather than subtitles. I didn't catch all the subtitles or absorb all of the information trying to read them so quickly.
stay-puft
06-29-2010, 00:31
Just Cause - 5/10
The first hour is great actually. After that the movie fell apart and became pretty awful.
SynYster505
06-29-2010, 01:34
http://www.cinemahd.net/image_upload/images/2010/04/REC22009BluRay1080pDTSX264HDTeam.jpg
8.5/10
This movie will haunt your dreams! Though the first one was slightly better I can still thoroughly recommend the sequel because of its incredible atmosphere and shock effects! Do not, under any circumstances, wait for Quarantine 2 - this is the real deal right here!
this movie looks crazy..i was just looking up a trailer for this on youtube. i might need to check this out.
i just watched Philadelphia 7/10
it was pretty good i guess. not really my kind of movie though..
RedDragon7
06-29-2010, 02:14
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence - 7/10 - Felt like they were trying to imitate Kojima's convoluted depth. It just felt like it was trying too hard with the themes. Again though, maybe dubs would help me appreciate it more. Also, the CG and animation didn't go together very well. It just didn't feel consistent, turned into a distraction.
Hot Tub Time Machine - 7.5/10. Pretty funny movie, but nothing too hilarious.
http://i43.tinypic.com/2nsxw80.jpg
8.5/10
Another movie with a message behind it that lets you see things differently. I'm not even interested in football but thoroughly enjoyed the movie regardless!
Blacksite
06-30-2010, 06:51
I DEMAND YOU WATCH THESE MOVIES RIGHT NOW!!!
http://talkingnow.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/thumb_waltz_with_bashir1.jpg
http://thecinemaniaco.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/let_the_right_one_in_ver3.jpg
10/10
About to watch "Waltz With Bashir" tonight based on your recommendation.
"Let The Right One In" still is one of the best vampire horror movies around.
Drescher1
06-30-2010, 18:02
Splice was a good sci-fi/Horror movie. 7.5/10
stay-puft
07-01-2010, 00:00
Pi - 4/10
Interesting premise and very imaginative. It's unique but as a full movie it was very messy and frustrating to me.
RedDragon7
07-01-2010, 08:25
The Last Airbender - 2/10 - Thankfully I didn't pay to see this, but I'm still glad to see for myself. M. Night.... bye-bye. Have fun trying to make another movie anytime soon. I feel bad for the actors, and I think the redesigned fire nation ships had potential.
Stewie Skywalker
07-01-2010, 13:46
What? You're not into little boys summoning up fire balls and throwing them at other people? ALL IN GLORIOUS 3D!
*Snickers out of thread*
RedDragon7
07-01-2010, 14:11
What? You're not into little boys summoning up fire balls and throwing them at other people? ALL IN GLORIOUS 3D!
*Snickers out of thread*As long as that sarcasm is aimed at the movie and not the series, I'm with you.
Stewie Skywalker
07-01-2010, 17:14
Didn't know the series existed until very recently. The Last Airbender HA, first movie and we're already at the LAST ONE. Sounds like some fancy vacuum machine. I quite enjoy listening to Dr. K make fun of the title over at Radio 5 Live.
Get Him to the Greek 3/10 The film's awful not funny at all.. and now I hate Russell Brand even more, he looks like a tramp.
The Prestige - 9.5/10 omg... truly amazing, needs to watch it again to get it even more, Christopher Nolan is very, very smart. Bring on Inception!
Stewie Skywalker
07-01-2010, 19:54
Yep. The Prestige and Memento the two best films in his catalog.
RedDragon7
07-02-2010, 03:02
The Prestige - 8.5/10 - The end is what makes this movie. However it's hard for me to get into the time period the movie is set in and the middle doesn't quite grab me enough for this to be amazing.
Btw, one little hiccup I can't reason out:
When Angier performs "The REAL Transported Man" near the end, when Borden and Cutter see Angier drowning, wouldn't the duplicate appear in the crowd moments afterward; thus revealing the trick to them at that point?
The Prestige - 8.5/10 - The end is what makes this movie. However it's hard for me to get into the time period the movie is set in and the middle doesn't quite grab me enough for this to be amazing.
Btw, one little hiccup I can't reason out:
When Angier performs "The REAL Transported Man" near the end, when Borden and Cutter see Angier drowning, wouldn't the duplicate appear in the crowd moments afterward; thus revealing the trick to them at that point?
No, because Angier wanted to frame Borden for the murder, therefore making it seems like Borden put the water tank under the stage and making Angier drown.
Drescher1
07-02-2010, 22:34
Night Of The Demons 3 - 7.0/10 - Great little trash horror movie if you're into that sorta thing. I am. :)
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116073/ The rest of the series esp part 1 is worth checking out too.
RedDragon7
07-02-2010, 22:40
No, because Angier wanted to frame Borden for the murder, therefore making it seems like Borden put the water tank under the stage and making Angier drown. I know what Angier wanted to do but as far as I can see he has no control over the machine for the clone to re-appear later or out of sight. For that matter how did that show end if Angier doesn't appear right away?
I know what Angier wanted to do but as far as I can see he has no control over the machine for the clone to re-appear later or out of sight. For that matter how did that show end if Angier doesn't appear right away?
probably ended the show with Angier disappearing and the audience being disappointed? is that what you wanted?
he set the show up so that he can frame Borden for murder and its the clone who went into the water tank, not the actual Angier.
So the actual Angier IS the Prestige, and the clones are the ones who ended up being drowned.
thats my thought anyways, Nolan's films always leave the audience thinking or coming up with scenarios ><
Also watched Memento - 9/10 - hard film to get but brilliant once you do
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8/10
stay-puft
07-03-2010, 00:43
Total Recall - 7/10
It contains some cheesy moments but for the most part it works, mainly because of Arnie and the story. Consider that a divorce!
RedDragon7
07-03-2010, 00:52
probably ended the show with Angier disappearing and the audience being disappointed? is that what you wanted?
he set the show up so that he can frame Borden for murder and its the clone who went into the water tank, not the actual Angier.
So the actual Angier IS the Prestige, and the clones are the ones who ended up being drowned.
thats my thought anyways, Nolan's films always leave the audience thinking or coming up with scenarios >< I suppose the audience being disappointed doesn't really matter at that point, I was thinking that Cutter would have to deal with it (being the manager) so that would raise questions but Borden being framed is the answer. It's just that it feels like an inconsistency that Angier doesn't appear right away. Although I guess looking back at the hats and the cats, they didn't appear in the same vicinity as the machine either. When it comes to science fiction its hard to write things accurately since there's so many factors and as the audience we can only speculate how it should work out. There's lots of possibilities to how this could go, but I guess it works as it is. For Angier to set up Borden, he should know how everything should go and the fact of the matter is he doesn't know the ins and outs of the machine to know where he or a clone will end up. One will end up in the tank and the other could just pop-up on stage revealing the secret to Cutter and Borden right then.
Also watched Memento - 9/10 - hard film to get but brilliant once you doPersonally I think this is Nolan's best by far. Virtually perfect... I have yet to find a flaw. It really makes you think about the story.
I suppose the audience being disappointed doesn't really matter at that point, I was thinking that Cutter would have to deal with it (being the manager) so that would raise questions but Borden being framed is the answer. It's just that it feels like an inconsistency that Angier doesn't appear right away. Although I guess looking back at the hats and the cats, they didn't appear in the same vicinity as the machine either. When it comes to science fiction its hard to write things accurately since there's so many factors and as the audience we can only speculate how it should work out. There's lots of possibilities to how this could go, but I guess it works as it is. For Angier to set up Borden, he should know how everything should go and the fact of the matter is he doesn't know the ins and outs of the machine to know where he or a clone will end up. One will end up in the tank and the other could just pop-up on stage revealing the secret to Cutter and Borden right then.
Personally I think this is Nolan's best by far. Virtually perfect... I have yet to find a flaw. It really makes you think about the story.
or maybe he can control the machine?
RedDragon7
07-03-2010, 02:37
or maybe he can control the machine?I suppose that's possible but it's never mentioned in the movie.
BarrelofMonkeys
07-03-2010, 03:00
When In Rome: 5/10
It was an okay movie. Not something that I would probably ever watch again unless hogtied and forced to watch it. In all a very predictable movie that makes you want so much more out of relationships than humanly possible.
RedDragon7
07-03-2010, 08:40
Watched The Prestige again, this time with my parents. I think my above issue has been resolved. There's one thing I could question, but really the whole thing works. When Borden and Cutter find the tank, I noticed there was a cut to the audience showing Angier not reappearing. And to explain that I noticed when he does the trick before the incident Angier walks into the spotlight to be seen. So clearly he disappear if he wants to.
I love how Nolan plays with timelines. He uses the journals to cut back and forth within the story between the beginning and end. It's great how he can jump through through the story's timeline without labeling when, just proves how much skill he has.
I think the only movies he doesn't do his signature writing/editing in is the Batman movies, and that's probably because its adapted material rather than original ideas. With that said I think Inception will probably play with time in a similar fashion. Inception WILL be great, if not even better than that. Thankfully it hasn't hit me yet, so hopefully it won't feel too long till release.
I'll be watching Insomnia tomorrow. It'll be another great film in Nolan's library.
EDIT: Just checked Rotten Tomatoes and it has a 75% there, WTF? (The Prestige)
Toy Story 3: 10/10
Absolutely brilliant ending to an outstanding movie series. Props to Pixar.
RedDragon7
07-04-2010, 18:11
Insomnia - 8/10 - Not Nolan's best by far, but its still good. Mostly I'm not a big fan of murder mysteries since they usually all have the same formula. However, Nolan shies away from the usual cliches that make these movies normally predictable. Furthermore, it was nice to realize its more of a character piece rather than the usual story that tries to have good guy/bad guy twists.
Similar to his Batman adaptations, this doesn't have his signature style (at least not as much) since its not one of his (or his brother's) original ideas.
Watched The Prestige again, everything fits so damn well!
although my family didnt get it and i ended up having to explain ><
http://i37.tinypic.com/20s7g3c.jpg
10/10
Simply amazing! And I smiled once the truth was revealed at the end. Bring on Inception!
Stewie Skywalker
07-04-2010, 23:44
Memento is his best film because it's a character film and Prestige is as well to a lesser extent. Chris Nolan generally makes plot centered films and as good as they are, they generally aren't very emotionally moving. Plot films certainly don't win awards (part of the Sci Fi genre's issue at the Oscars). Chris has apparently fixed this plot vs characters issue to an extent with INCEPTION, but I'm not sold on Leo AT ALL.
RedDragon7
07-04-2010, 23:45
although my family didnt get it and i ended up having to explain ><I don't so much if you explain it and then they say "Ohh, ok. Wow that was good." Rather than when they say, "I don't like it. It's too complicated". My stepmom said the latter of the two quotes which I coped with (barely) but the part that ****ES me off is when she'll praise movies like The Day the Earth Stood Still (REMAKE :bang:)
I digress...
stay-puft
07-05-2010, 00:22
Why is everyone watching The Prestige lately lol :lol:
The Pledge - 5/10
After a certain point the movie is totally aimless and not mysterious at all and while the ending is interesting, it doesn't really work imo. The religious undertones are too apparent and became offensive
mustangless
07-05-2010, 05:03
Toy Story 3. 9.5/10
RedDragon7
07-05-2010, 05:13
Why is everyone watching The Prestige lately lol :lol:What the hell kind of a dumb question is that? :p First off, it's an amazing movie, why not watch it. Right now though we're getting ready for Titan of Hollywood blockbusters... Inception.
DreDayDetox
07-05-2010, 05:29
"Why is everyone watching The Prestige lately lol"
haven't you seen their thread? it's like Nolan fanboy fest to the max! (nothing wrong with it, just cute how much admiration Nolan gets)
anyways
Crank 2 - 10/10
Awesome, fast-paced action film, a perfect blend of swearing, violence and nudity, Jason Statham is under-rated
ps3_spid3y
07-05-2010, 05:56
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9.8/10
I did not know what to expect when i put this on but it was absolutely terrific! I loved Robert De Niro's acting and he is like 20 in this film, looks like a totally different person. A very nice storyline too, then again, Martin Scrorsese is a great director who always delivers on that part, very enjoyable
Stewie Skywalker
07-05-2010, 06:46
"Why is everyone watching The Prestige lately lol"
haven't you seen their thread? it's like Nolan fanboy fest to the max! (nothing wrong with it, just cute how much admiration Nolan gets)
anyways
Crank 2 - 10/10
Awesome, fast-paced action film, a perfect blend of swearing, violence and nudity, Jason Statham is under-rated
I think I've finally found a sufficient enough reason to off myself...bloody hell you've got to be kidding me.
RedDragon7
07-05-2010, 07:40
haven't you seen their thread? it's like Nolan fanboy fest to the max! (nothing wrong with it, just cute how much admiration Nolan gets)Haha, yes we certainly do praise Nolan :D Thanks for reminding me to join the Facebook group for him :lol:
Crank 2 - 10/10
Awesome, fast-paced action film, a perfect blend of swearing, violence and nudity, Jason Statham is under-ratedMeh... I thought Crank 1 was better. Though I do remember the love scene (and by that I mean them together, not sex) at the end being psychotropic in fun, cool way.
Be Kind Rewind - 6/10
I was under the impression it was a comedy. It's a great concept executed terribly. The film is ok in general i guess.
http://hdmag.cz/files/covers/elephant-blu-ray.jpg
I refuse to rate the movie because I simply can't. As you might know, it's taking its cue from the Columbine High School massacre in 1999. One the one hand, the movie feels very slow and even dull for the first 60 minutes but on the other, the last thirty will literally shock you with their directness. Never did I feel as uncomfortable as within the last thirty minutes. It really makes you wonder what it must take to go and shoot your fellow school mates in the head with no sign of guilt.
When In Rome: 5/10
It was an okay movie. Not something that I would probably ever watch again unless hogtied and forced to watch it. In all a very predictable movie that makes you want so much more out of relationships than humanly possible.
Oh god yes a terrible movie, I think I posted a low score of it in this very thread too. The first scene sets the standard for the entire movie (you know the "behind me" routine) it didnt get a laugh until Danny Devito's lne when in that car right near the end which was a very good gag.
ps3_spid3y
07-05-2010, 23:06
http://www.cinemovil.net/tienda/images/Spy%20Game-ok.jpg
10/10
Now this was a film i had high expectations of and delivered tenfold. Robert Redford gave an absolutely stellar performance and Pitt was great. The storyline was really something else. It was really gripping and the cast was perfect for the characters they played. The score was also quite moving at times and the conclusion is something that not many movies pull off nicely but this one was really well done and deserving of the 10/10.
http://www.blurayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/waltz-with-bashir-hd.jpg
9/10
During the last three minutes of the movie I simply sat there in shock and awe. What a horrible disaster must have happened there...
mustangless
07-08-2010, 01:30
519
8/10
DreDayDetox
07-08-2010, 04:10
Collateral 10/10
Tom Cruise's best role IMO, he should stick to playing the villain more often. The film is shot entirely at night, and it tries to experiment with the noir look in a way. Excellent acting by Foxx and Cruise. Nice score, and nice overhead shots of LA. Also, nice to see the rumored Frank Martin (transporter) make a cameo in this at the start of the film.
"I think I've finally found a sufficient enough reason to off myself...bloody hell you've got to be kidding me."
Well, what are you waiting for? You've obviously failed to see how I rated this movie. From an action genre perspective. I'm sorry I don't abide by your standards of what a good movie should be like, I'm also not so critical that I literally try to find excuses to hate a movie and nitpick at it to the bone and not to mention degrade everyone who liked it. Why so serious?
Stewie Skywalker
07-08-2010, 05:23
I don't find excuses, I'm just not an idiot. I didn't fail to see anything, I think your grading rubric sucks ***, get over it. Plenty of better action movies in the world you OBVIOUSLY haven't seen them yet.
http://www.nolanfans.com/forums/images/smilies/jglface.png
stay-puft
07-08-2010, 10:19
The Jacket - 8/10
Reminded me of Jacob's Ladder an Butterfly Effect, which is not a bad thing. I like movies like this and the acting is good
Well, what are you waiting for? You've obviously failed to see how I rated this movie. From an action genre perspective. I'm sorry I don't abide by your standards of what a good movie should be like, I'm also not so critical that I literally try to find excuses to hate a movie and nitpick at it to the bone and not to mention degrade everyone who liked it. Why so serious?
Finally someone who knows how to appreciate movies. Some people are just WAY too critical. Movies want to either make you think about a certain subject or simply entertain you for 2 hours. No more, no less.
No need to nit-pick about some actor's makeup, lol.
stay-puft
07-08-2010, 14:28
No need to nit-pick about some actor's makeup, lol.
actually that's not really nitpicking :p last time I watched a movie where a girl got tortured for weeks and she looked like she'd want to go to a prom night or something. It's really irritating
Blacksite
07-08-2010, 22:02
http://www.blurayvn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/waltz-with-bashir-hd.jpg
9/10
During the last three minutes of the movie I simply sat there in shock and awe. What a horrible disaster must have happened there...
I'm glad you like the movie I recommended. Anyways...
http://www.realmovienews.com/newsimages/1408/1498/1498_newsarticle_f.jpg
9.5/10
I'm glad you like the movie I recommended. Anyways...
http://www.realmovienews.com/newsimages/1408/1498/1498_newsarticle_f.jpg
9.5/10
Can't see the picture, dude. What movie are you referring to?
By the way, just watched
http://dvd.easycinema.com/easy/images/products/0/79630-large.jpg
for the first time ever and was thoroughly entertained! From the actors (gotta love good old Denzel) to the soundtrack to the overall theme of the movie. Simply AWESOME!
9/10
The Machinist 7.5/10
Man, Bale really pushed himself physically for this film. If you've seen it you know what im talking about. That said the pacing could've been better, it was very slow but i enjoyed the film and the cast gave a solid performance.
Blacksite
07-08-2010, 23:44
Can't see the picture, dude. What movie are you referring to?
"The Diving Bell and the Butterfly". It's another good movie that I'd recommend you guys watch. :)
"The Diving Bell and the Butterfly". It's another good movie that I'd recommend you guys watch. :)
Just seen it the other day. Was an awesome movie indeed!
stay-puft
07-09-2010, 00:28
The Yards - 7/10
An enjoyable crime drama with solid acting, nothing outstanding though.
RedDragon7
07-09-2010, 05:21
The Book of Eli - It's tough to judge this movie because it blurs the line between personal opinion and objective narrative. So I'm going to side step critiquing the movie and instead I'll say that one thing i was surprised by was the production on this. There was some good cinematography and an interesting feeling of realism at times. Although there were also times when you can tell the green screen was behind the cast or the background was roto'd.
Deadburst
07-09-2010, 05:25
ShutterIsland 10/10 for me.Great story good cast.Definetely recommend it^^
RedDragon7
07-09-2010, 21:36
Predators - 7/10 - That's probably a generous score, but the movie was an improvement. It revisits the old cheap thrills sound and editing style but I don't mind that as they're trying to keep in line with an 80's flick. What's his face, who was some convict ripped out of his cell (wearing a prison uniform) was utterly obnoxious. Adrien Brody who stole the show should've killed him in the first 5 minutes if it hadn't been for a later Predator scene.
Fishburne needs to stay away from psychological roles. Steve Buscemi is the man for that.
I will say Topher Grace surprised me at the end, and there was a scene that I actually enjoyed.
Danny Trejo is killed by a Predator early on but the predator positions his body just so that you think he's wounded. The fun part is that his voice is recorded by the Predator with Trejo saying "Help me..." but the Predator is playing it back to lure them. Isabelle thinks she's putting him out of his misery by shooting him... afterwards the recording loops over... dun dun DUN! Nothing amazing but I was intrigued by that reveal
stay-puft
07-10-2010, 00:28
Body Heat - 7/10
The second half of the movie was gripping but there are still some open questions
Demon2005
07-10-2010, 06:08
Law Abiding Citizen - 9/10
man this was a good movie. I was only slightly disappointed about 1 detail that was left out.
^ That movie started out interesting but got pretty ridiculous as time went by.
Date Night: 6/10.
Zooey_Deschanel
07-10-2010, 08:24
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - 9/10
While I haven't read the books/novels, I enjoyed the movie very much. Even if it's only part 1 of the trilogy, it still feels like a movie that has a beginning and an ending. I can't say how that works in the books, but the translation to the screen seems really good.
Brooklyn's Finest - 8/10
All the actors in this film pull off magnificently intense portrayals. Especially worthy of mention are Cheadle, Snipes, Gere and Hawke -- who once again shows that he can enter the mind of a struggling cop like no other.
I don't know why but all of a sudden last night I fancied reading that book.
I don't even know what it's about!
Stewie Skywalker
07-10-2010, 16:55
Despicable Me 8/10
Despicable Me was rather entertaining. The 3D was an absolute joke though... as usual. Half the film doesn't even seem to be in 3D (Yes I took the glasses off several times). The best usage of 3D came after the film was over. Those minions are HIlarious. Steve Carrell is one of the funniest people in Hollywood. He puts on this ridiculous accent for this character and it's incredibly entertaining. The relationship with him and the three orphan girls (all of whom are funny in their own right) works very well.
"ITS SO FLUFFFYYYYYY"
stay-puft
07-11-2010, 10:23
Basic Instinct - 5/10
Despite some decent moments, it's just so silly and cheesy.
Blacksite
07-11-2010, 16:56
Wild Strawberries: 9/10
Ugetsu: 10/10
Babylon A.D.: 4/10 (what a disappointing, cop-out ending for a tangled mess of a movie)
MentallyCritical
07-11-2010, 17:32
watched The Ateam it was quite nice 8/10
SynYster505
07-11-2010, 18:00
Knight and Day - 7.5/10
it was pretty good. i didnt know we were going to see that movie. i was told we were seeing Predators. but this movie was pretty funny.
Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace - 7/10
helpmeoprah
07-11-2010, 19:33
lord of the rings on blu-ray 8'10
Renaissance - 8/10
I quite enjoyed it, moreso than i thought i would. And it looks ever so pretty.
Just a picture to show how pretty it is, not a spoiler.
http://tanekakoko.files.wordpress.com/2007/08/w41024.jpg
NARCsnake
07-12-2010, 01:26
Eclipse with my GF
5/10 to much talking
Lethal_NFS
07-12-2010, 01:27
Just watched the A-Team. Fantastic movie. 9/10 as it is just filled with great action scenes, perfect comedy, and a great cast.
SolidSnakeUS
07-12-2010, 02:24
Hard Boiled. Still one of the action movies ever made.
10/10.
MentallyCritical
07-12-2010, 05:42
watched greenberg last night it was alright , but the ending was kinda shait...
6.5/10
Zooey_Deschanel
07-12-2010, 13:45
Hot Tub Time Machine - 9/10
I was a little skeptical when I heard the name of this movie, but it actually turned out to be very funny. The laughs were all in the right spots, hit the right notes, and kept on coming. What more can you ask for in a comedy? What I particularly enjoyed was how they played off the clichés that are usually associated with time travel movies.
Surebrec
07-12-2010, 18:32
^ That movie started out interesting but got pretty ridiculous as time went by.
yeah, the thought that he spent 10 years of his life tunnelling into every cell in a prison, including the ones not on the ground floor, just so he could come and go to wreak havoc after being jailed is way off the scale in terms of ridiculous
what would have happened if he wasted all that time, only to be sent to a completely different prison?
I'd be pissed.
yeah, the thought that he spent 10 years of his life tunnelling into every cell in a prison, including the ones not on the ground floor, just so he could come and go to wreak havoc after being jailed is way off the scale in terms of ridiculous
what would have happened if he wasted all that time, only to be sent to a completely different prison?
I'd be pissed.
He only tunnelled into the solitary cells, thats why he murdered his cell mate.
Wa a bit far fetched but the point was the corruptness of the system
stay-puft
07-13-2010, 00:02
Fallen - 6/10
Heavily flawed but it kept me entertained, especially in the first half.
Youth In Revolt - 8/10
Liked it. Quite funny, not non stop but kinda indie and nice... you probably get what i mean.
Although i'm getting annoyed at trailers portraying a completely different film to what actually exists. I expected a lot more of Michael thingy trying to be bad ***.
MentallyCritical
07-13-2010, 07:02
watched the karate kid yesterday it was okay , but i just don't like to watch children acting very much i guess 6/10.
also watched the killing room it was quite good , it took its time & surprised me a little at the end. I would like to see a squeal :) 8/10
also re-watched man from the earth , i just ****ing loved it again. 9/10
another one i re-watched was idiocracy , i do think we are heading towards this hopefully we are not. ow my balls :D 8.5/10!
also watched two Yes Men documentaries, i just love it how stupid people in MNC are & say yes to almost anything.
a brief documentary of F UCK 8/10
also earlier in the week i watched the Shining it was quite nice but i didn't find the acting of the wife to be believable much , but all together it was pretty pretty good 9/10
& also earlier in the week i watched Bron to kill on blu-ray worth every penny 10/10.
almost forgot about Baraka it is a movie filled with great shots of stuff in slow motion definitely worth a look. 7.5/10
Thanks! Gonna download "The Man From Earth" now.
MentallyCritical
07-13-2010, 10:11
cool! you'll probably enjoy it.
also the movie was the killing room not floor made a little mistake there.
SolidSnakeUS
07-13-2010, 10:12
cool! you'll probably enjoy it.
also the movie was the killing room not floor made a little mistake there.
Have you ever seen The Killing Fields? Holy **** what a movie...
MentallyCritical
07-13-2010, 10:15
Have you ever seen The Killing Fields? Holy **** what a movie...
nope , but after looking it up on Google i say, i will.
SolidSnakeUS
07-13-2010, 10:17
nope , but after looking it up on Google i say, i will.
Oh yeah, and if you want to see probably the most surreal, tripping balls movie I've probably ever seen, watch Eraserhead.
MentallyCritical
07-13-2010, 10:19
not a fan of b&w/old movies but i'll give it a go...
God, I love this thread. Downloading Killing Fields as we speak. =)
Killers (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1103153/)
Very slow start with some poor acting and worse script writng, very predictable and dull.
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Some like it hot (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053291/)
Supeb, very funny and has Marilyn Monroe in :)
BarrelofMonkeys
07-13-2010, 16:27
Just rented The Bounty Hunter. Update with review to follow.
alThor83
07-13-2010, 19:00
The Last Airbender.
First off, I love the show. I've seen the entire series several times, and my son loves watching it too(of course, he's closer to the aimed demographic than I...) with that said, did M. Night Shyamalan even watch the show!? This is one of the most boring, poorly executed movies EVER! The story lacked flow, the characters were either flat or too dramatic, and the action sequences really felt like bad dance choreography. Watching two guys half heartedly exchange blows(or standing around?) is not intense.. Shyamalan is not an action director, to be sure.
And why on earth did the firebenders need a flame source to bend(except Iroh-and Zuko for a moment)?
It failed as an adaptation as much as a movie in it's own right. I hope it is the last airbender movie.
Epic fail.
Just finished watching Valentine's Day with my GF, we went to Blockbuster earlier and rented 3 Blu Rays. She chose this, I chose Green Zone and we mutually chose Alice and Wonderland. Anyway, back to this:
8/10.
It's a romantic comedy which isn't my favourite genre of film but this is the best one in that genre I have seen. It has a mega cast including Julia Roberts, Bradley Cooper, Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Alba, Patrick Dempsey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Biel, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, George Lopez, Hector Elizondo, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, Carter Jenkins, Bryce Robinson, Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner, Eric Dane, Queen Latifah, Shirley MacLaine, and Topher Grace.
It basically follows numerous characters lives on Valentines Day and what happens to them. All the stories are intertwined and they all touch upon each other in some way. It's quite Love Actually in that sense. It has some quite genuine touching moments and one moment in particular made my GF shed a tear and had me thinking too. That one moment and the run up to it was well written and something totally unexpected, it was warming.
It got slated by the media in it's reviews, some called the film awful which is a bit harsh as I actually quite enjoyed it. I liked how it's all shot in LA and it has a few really pretty locations which, living in England, would not associate with LA. It wasn't what I imagined it to be like in a good way.
I'd still recommend it to people who like Romantic Comedies. Saying I don't usually like them and yet I liked this one must say something positive about it. Any girl is bound to love this film haha.
SolidSnakeUS
07-13-2010, 20:58
Nice, I got two people to watch The Killing Fields. And yes, the doctor, the main character, was actually involved in the whole incident in his life. And even though Eraserhead is black and white, it is still one of the most "WTF!" movies you will ever see.
stay-puft
07-14-2010, 00:20
Eastern Promises - 8/10
Perhaps the most straight forward Cronenberg movie. I liked it
Green Zone
8/10
It's a pretty good thriller. Very Bourne like with it's doses of action and conspiracy style story line. I watched it on Blu Ray and it's quite a grainy picture but I think that's intended, after all it's set in Iraq and I imagine that to be a grainy place with all the sand etc.
I'd recommend this film to those who like either military films or thrillers. The storyline requires a bit of concentration and you'd have to watch it in one sitting to keep up.
Blacksite
07-14-2010, 19:08
Through A Glass Darkly: 9/10
Another one of Ingmar Bergman's classics that you should watch, with the last one I rated being Wild Strawberries.
The Da Vinci Code: 4.5/10
The very first death scene ruined this movie because of how it sets up Robert and Sophie on this wild goose chase and the fact that it's hardly believable. The overall direction for this movie is very clumsy, and although I didn't read the book, I'm not interested in it after seeing this movie. You're better off watching something like The Manchurian Candidate or the Bourne movies if you want a good conspiracy thriller.
Tjhread is good, I can never decide what movies to watch so I come here for inspiration keep them coming.
stay-puft
07-15-2010, 00:20
The Thirteenth Floor - 8/10
The story is intriguing and it has some great twists but it also has some weak points.
BarrelofMonkeys
07-15-2010, 00:31
Finally back with my review on The Bounty Hunter.
I would give it a solid 5/10 for some originality but being completely predictable and boring in most parts. Once you have seen the commercials for this movie, you can basically guess what is going to happen from beginning to end. Though I have to say, Jennifer Aniston looks amazing in this movie. Apparently all that money she has paid for plastic surgery has done her well.
Green Zone
8/10
It's a pretty good thriller. Very Bourne like with it's doses of action and conspiracy style story line. I watched it on Blu Ray and it's quite a grainy picture but I think that's intended, after all it's set in Iraq and I imagine that to be a grainy place with all the sand etc.
I'd recommend this film to those who like either military films or thrillers. The storyline requires a bit of concentration and you'd have to watch it in one sitting to keep up.
The Grain you see is becasue it is on Blu ray, there is a thread all about it here on this forum. (http://www.psu.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52280)
I watched this movie last night and did enjoy it.
Green Zone - 9/10
After seeing it at the cinema i think i gave it a 10/10, i just loved it. Got it on blu ray, it loses a little but not much. Still an excellent film, but i do believe i enjoyed it more at the cinema.
Hellboy 2 - 5/10
Just ok, nothing especially good or bad about it.
stay-puft
07-16-2010, 00:29
eXistenZ - 7/10
The first 20 minutes were hard to sit through for me because it was quite silly, although after that the movie became very interesting.
RedDragon7
07-16-2010, 01:21
The Da Vinci Code: 4.5/10
The very first death scene ruined this movie because of how it sets up Robert and Sophie on this wild goose chase and the fact that it's hardly believable. The overall direction for this movie is very clumsy, and although I didn't read the book, I'm not interested in it after seeing this movie. You're better off watching something like The Manchurian Candidate or the Bourne movies if you want a good conspiracy thriller.The books are GREAT, but the movies pretty much kill the interest of the books. The villain is revealed way too early in the movie, and of course other things are changed as well.
Also, I never did agree with Tom Hanks as Robert Langdon. Not what I pictured him to look like.
Nice, I got two people to watch The Killing Fields. And yes, the doctor, the main character, was actually involved in the whole incident in his life. And even though Eraserhead is black and white, it is still one of the most "WTF!" movies you will ever see.
Reading a brief summary, I have to give Eraserhead a shot :p And Killing Fields, why not
DarkVincent07
07-16-2010, 02:05
Toy Story 3 - 10/10
- Awesome movie that was nostalgic but had lots of new ideas and a fantastic conclusion
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - 5/10
- Not bad, the transformers looked pretty cool but the story was terrible and so was most of the dialogue
Zooey_Deschanel
07-16-2010, 09:10
Chloe - 7/10
Chloe is a very solid thriller. Extremely engaging and incredibly entertaining, this story is ultimately about human nature and instincts. The film really grabs your attention and visually, it's quite a feat. The minimalistic sets and the way it was shot give this film a really modern and slick look. I feel like I should warn that there's quite a bit of nudity and somewhat graphic scenes but nothing outrageous or out of place.
Moore was absolutely terrific, she has proved her value already but here she delivers possibly one of the best performances of her career. Seyfried was quite a surprise. Her performance was subtle but very efficient and she seems a very promising young actress. Liam Neeson was not nearly as good as he usually is but it's understandable considering his wife died during the shooting of the film.
Alice In Wonderland
7/10
It's pretty good. Good art direction, amazing costumes and brilliant special effects. It just lacked something though and I can't put my finger on what.
The A-Team
Pretty good actually, I wasn't expecting it to be quite so enjoyable. Has the right mixture of comedy and action.
PsychoMantis
07-16-2010, 21:41
The Book Of Eli
8/10
It was a good movie only 3 fighting scenes and 2 shootout scenes but never the less it was still a pretty good movie. I think that Denzel and Mila both did a good job.
Inception - 9.8/10
Mind Blown^2
SynYster505
07-16-2010, 21:56
Predators - 6/10
its wasn't all that great..
stay-puft
07-17-2010, 00:19
House of Games - 4/10
The acting of the leading actress was atrocious, the character's motivations questionable and the ending laughable. It had 1 good twist and after that the movie also was predictable which is pathetic for a movie like this. Matchstick Men blows this out of the water.
BarrelofMonkeys
07-17-2010, 00:29
Chloe - 7/10
Chloe is a very solid thriller. Extremely engaging and incredibly entertaining, this story is ultimately about human nature and instincts. The film really grabs your attention and visually, it's quite a feat. The minimalistic sets and the way it was shot give this film a really modern and slick look. I feel like I should warn that there's quite a bit of nudity and somewhat graphic scenes but nothing outrageous or out of place.
Moore was absolutely terrific, she has proved her value already but here she delivers possibly one of the best performances of her career. Seyfried was quite a surprise. Her performance was subtle but very efficient and she seems a very promising young actress. Liam Neeson was not nearly as good as he usually is but it's understandable considering his wife died during the shooting of the film.
I second this.