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473,223 | 11,423,174 | 35,706 | 8 |
terrific little murder mystery
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it may be an old movie , but i liked it . it's a very interesting , well acted murder mystery . the dialogue was quite good , the writing was good and the music adds a real atmosphere of creepiness to the proceedings . there's ' not a lot of action . it's more of a psychological character study . and for me , unt9il near the very end , i wasn't sure who the murderer was . Lon Chaney Jr . is the main star . he plays a neurologist / hypnotist who ends up being accused of his wife's murder . the thing about it is , he can't remember the last couple of days , including the day his wife was killed . at least that's what he says . this is part of the Universal Pictures Inner Sanctum Mysteries movie collection . basically , an anthology series along the lines of Twilight Zone and The Outer Limits . anyway , i thoroughly enjoyed this movie , and if you are a Lon Chaney Jr . fan , you might want to check out not only this movie , but the box set collection ( five other movies ) all starring Chaney . i give Calling Dr . Death a solid
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473,769 | 11,423,174 | 78,767 | 8 |
good , old school terror
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for a few really good scares , this movie works pretty good . it's not fast paced , but it slowly builds tension , while throwing in some real scary sequences . the acting by James Brolin and Margot Kidder is really credible here . They play George and Kathy Luts , who with their children , move into their nightmare , i mean - - dream house . the movie is supposedly based on a true story , though depending on who you believe , the whole thing was fabricated and has been debunked as a hoax . either way , it makes for riveting , disturbing entertainment . i know i got chills down my spine more than a few times . Rod Steiger is also in the movie and is very strong as a concerned and then involved priest . the children are also portrayed very well . there are no cheap scare here . the movie earns every shiver and gasp . for me , The Amityville Horror is an
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473,644 | 11,423,174 | 27,899 | 8 |
Popeye takes Swee ' Pea to the Zoo
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in this animated short , Popeye takes Swee ' Pea to the zoo , and of course chaos and hi jinx ensue , with Popeye being pretty much oblivious . this is the 1st Popeye short i have seen , and i thought it was quite funny , and of course absurd . this is one of the short films from the Fleisher studio , who also did a number of Superman animated shorts , 17 in all , i think . one of the funniest things about Popeye is his strange way of speaking , or mumbling rather . that and the fact that he always has a can of spinach on him no matter where he goes . of course , as soon as the can of spinach is drained , Popeye becomes super strong . in just over 7 minutes , there is a lot packed into this short . i really enjoyed it . for me , Popeye : Little Swee'Pea is an
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473,341 | 11,423,174 | 276,816 | 8 |
spooky and intelligent
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combine some of the tension and suspense of U571 with some good old fashioned horror , and you get an idea of this movie . not hack and slash , slice and dice gore , but horror . there some chilling moments here , with not too much gore . there is a very strong psychological aspect to this movie . some thought was really put into the story . the acting was good , but i think it takes a backseat to the story . the tension , as well as the body count , mounts , with each successive , bizarre , happening . it also keeps you guessing until the end . i found it all worthwhile even satisfying . lately , it seems i've been on a role with horror movies . that's a nice change from a lot of the crap i had been seeing . for me , Below is an 8 maybe not a really strong 8 , but a solid .
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473,810 | 11,423,174 | 847,161 | 8 |
i liked it
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while i can't say whether this adaption of the Dracula myth is true to Bram Stoker's novel , ( since i haven't read it ) i still liked it . i liked the look of Dracula as an old man and as the young man . i also really liked the almost unrecognizable David ( Poirot ) Suchet as Abraham Van Helsing . i don't think i've ever seen an episode of Masterpiece theatre , but i think they did a fine job with the Dracula lore . Marc Warren was good as the count and i could see how the character could be seductive to women . i liked the look of the film . it is certainly beautifully photographed . i think this is the most romanticized version of Dracula i've seen so far . it's just as good as any of the others i have seen . i give this version of " Dracula "
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473,050 | 11,423,174 | 338,526 | 8 |
one wild ride
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i don't understand the low rating for ( ) for this movie on this site . i thoroughly enjoyed myself throughout . the basic Gist of the story is this : Van Helsing take son Count Dracula , The Wolfman , and the Frankenstein Monster in one adventure . what more could you ask for ? this is one fast paced thrill ride , with spectacular action and fight sequences . Hugh Jackman is Van Helsing , and makes the character larger than life . Kate Beckinsale is Anna Valerious , whose family has for centuries tried to rid the world of evil . she teams up with Van Helsing , and the sparks fly . there is no denying the chemistry between the two . i wouldn't call this a scary movie , but it is very intense at times , and a bit morbid . it doesn't take itself seriously though , which works in this case . for me , Van Helsing is an
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473,108 | 11,423,174 | 408,790 | 8 |
very harrowing , but
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i don't think it's realistic . plus , there are a lot of plot holes and inconsistencies , in my mind . but the acting is first rate from all , and it had me guessing to the end . it was unpredictable enough that i wasn't sure who was good or bad , until the end . plus , the ending was different than i thought it would be . and the movie is certainly harrowing and will get your adrenaline pumping . the only problem is , i just couldn't suspend my disbelief enough to get around all the unanswered questions . normally that isn't an issues for me , but it just becomes too much . despite that , i still give it high mark due to how harrowing and entertaining it is . for me , Flightplan is an . if you can suspend your disbelief enough , you will probably really like this movie .
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473,642 | 11,423,174 | 55,254 | 8 |
fun for the whole family
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i really enjoyed this animated Disney classic . it's just a lot of fun . lots of action and excitement , and an excellent choice for the villain in Cruella Devil . whose is iconic ( or should be ) in my opinion . very young children may be a bit frightened of her , as she certainly is scary looking . her 2 henchman are quite inept , and provide a lot of comic relief . i also really liked the voice acting . i thought it fit well with the characters . the animation is also good , considering it is from 1961 , though i'm sure it took a few years before that to complete . anyway , in my opinion , this classic is good fun for the whole family . my vote for 101 Dalmatians is an
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472,533 | 11,423,174 | 441,796 | 8 |
too cool ! ! !
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wow . i had real negative preconceptions about this movie . i thought it would be like hostel , blood and guts and nothing else . but then i decided what the heck . so i bought it . i was very impressed . there was very little blood and guts . there was however , suspense and atmosphere . there was at least a semblance of a plot , enough so that what little blood and guts there was , was not gratuitous . the music was very appropriate , very moody . i liked the characters and really hoped they would STAY ALIVE . of course naturally people die in a movie like this , but i still rooted for them anyway . these characters were more intelligent than in most horror movies yet most of them still died . there were some inventive kills in this movie , which i really liked . i also liked the fact that the villain is often unseen . this movie also had some " jump out of your seat moments " . the ending was pretty good , but it definitely sets up for a sequel . one other thing this movie has going for it is the character of abigail , played by samaire armstrong . boy is she hot . kind of looks like elishia cuthbert , but maybe hotter . i hope we see her again in movies . there is one other thing about the movie i liked , and that was the cinematography . really well done . forget hostel , this is how horror movies should be made . cool . this comment refers to the unrated DVD version , not the pg 13 version
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473,871 | 11,423,174 | 286,214 | 8 |
informative and entertaining
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this documentary is contained on the bonus disc of the original " Texas Chainsaw Massacre ultimate edition released in 2006 . the documentary was originally produced in 2000 , though i think it has some material added since then . either way , it's a pretty good documentary , with revealing interviews with many of the original cast and crew . it reveals a few surprising things about the production itself , but also about the aftermath . i was surprised at how much money the movie made . keep in mind this is 1974 . as far as documentaries go , this is one of the better ones . many documentaries merely repeat things everybody already knows , but this one has is refreshing , and actually shows new insight into the movie . it's also highly entertaining . at least i think so . i also like that it gives you updates on where the cast and crew are now . all in all , a very good documentary , well worth watching . for me " Texas Chainsaw Massacre " : The Shocking Truth " is an
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472,535 | 11,423,174 | 182,789 | 8 |
a highly underrated gem
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i really liked bicentennial man . i thought the premise was original , the acting was very good . i liked the humour sprinkled throughout . this was certainly a dramatic movie , with no frenetic " in your face action " . as a result the story is more flushed out , as are the characters . the movie was intended to be dramatic and succeeds very well at it . people who watch this movie expecting huge action sequences are missing the point . the basic idea of the story is about an android who discovers he wants to become human and sets out a journey which spans nearly two hundred years to fulfill his quest . i did not find this movie boring at all , but became very drawn in to the story and emotionally attached to the characters . this movie gets a well deserved out of 10
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473,808 | 11,423,174 | 115,963 | 8 |
think mean girls with an edge ( and multiply that to the nth degree )
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i liked this movie . i found it entertaining , creepy and amusing , for all the right reasons . the cast was perfect for this movie . the four main actresses seemed so natural together and really worked well off each other . it's fairly obvious this movie inspired others as well as some TV shows , one in particular . i loved the soundtrack . it just seemed so fitting not just for the movie but for the subject material . i think they the subject matter well , without making it ridiculous and campy . plus , the movie has many relevant issues for that age group ( teenagers in high school ) as well as society in general . it also has a great moral lesson , which i won't give away , but is probably fairly obvious . overall , the movie is a fun and thrilling 90 plus minutes . " The Craft " is easily an from me .
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473,417 | 11,423,174 | 358,135 | 8 |
Bored lawyer adds spice to his life by secretly taking ballroom dance lessons
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this movie is a remake of a Japanese film made in 1996 . i haven't seen the original , so i'll only comment on this , the 2004 version . This movie is about a bored lawyer who has been married for nearly 20 years and had the same job for a long time . he decides to spice up his life and without telling anyone begins taking ball room dance lessons . Richard Gere is John Clark , the bored lawyer . Susan Sarandon is his wife . Jennifer Lopez is the dance instructor who John feels a connection to . Stanley Tucci provides some light comic relief as one of the students . This is a whimsical , light hearted movie . it is enjoyable and there are some good performances . Gere in particular seems to really be having fun with his character during the dance scenes . Lopez , however , comes off a bit stiff and forced at times . Tucci turns in another great supporting performance and is very funny at times . Lisa Ann Walter also provides some laughs with her character Bobby . Richard Jenkins plays a detective named Devine , hired by Clark's wife Beverly ( Susan Sarandon ) who suspects he may be having an affair . Nick Cannon plays Devine's assistant . Susan Sarandon is very good as Beverly Clark , but has a fairly small role in the film . the film is a romantic comedy , emphasis on romantic , but as previously mentioned , does have some comedic elements . the comedy is more of the amusing , chuckling type of laughs . there is nothing which could be called hysterical . if that's what you're looking for , this is not your movie . the movie is fairly predictable , and has the usual feel good ending , but arrives there a bit differently than i expected . Overall , i really enjoyed this movie .
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473,254 | 11,423,174 | 97,825 | 8 |
excellent , but terrifying
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this movie is based on the true story of Richard Ramirez , dubbed The Night Stalker , who terrorised California in the summer of 1985 with a series of brutal crimes . the story focuses mainly on the two main detectives who try to identify and capture him . the movie is a very well done TV movie , but is not only disturbing , but terrifying , all the more so , because it is based on a true story . the movie does a great job of capturing the fear people felt during The Night Stalker's reign of terror . the acting is superb . it would have been nice if the movie had delved into why Ramirez committed those awful crimes , but there is only a vague hint given by Ramirez himself at the end of the movie . for me , Manhunt : Search for the Night Stalker is an .
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473,610 | 11,423,174 | 416,320 | 8 |
another well crafted effort by Woody Allen
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Match Point , written and directed by Woody Allen , is a romantic drama set in London . Jonathon Rys Meyers plays Chris Wilton , a former pro tennis player who tales a job as a tennis instructor at a an upper class club in London . he quickly forms a friendship with Tom Hewitt ( Matthew Goode ) one of his students , who introduces him to his upper crust family , including his sister Chloe . ( Emily Mortimer ) Chris and Chloe soon begin a romance . However , Chris becomes smitten with Tom's fiancé , Nola Rice ( Scarlet Johansson ) . Chris and Nola have a brief affair . Nola moves away and Chris does not see her for a year . However , in a chance meeting , he runs into her again and they begin a prolonged , torrid affair . Chris and Chloe have Married by this time , and Chris has risen quickly in the ranks of his father in law's ( Brian Cox ) company . eventually the time comes when Chris must decide between his wife , Chloe and his mistress Nola . remaining with Chloe assures Chris of the continued extravagant lifestyle he has become accustomed to , while leaving Chloe for Nola would mean losing all the wealth and privilege he has achieved . More complication arise as something unexpected occurs , forcing Chris to make a surprising and life altering decision . this movie is well written , with very good dialogue and interesting characters and dilemmas . Tom Hewitt plays Chris Wilton as charming , suave , and self confident . His seduction of Nola comes across as real and authentic . Nola , played by Scarlett Johansson is woman who knows the effect she has on men and is more than eager to play the game . However , she lacks self confidence as an aspiring actress and is emotionally vulnerable . Johansson is very credible playing a character more mature than her age would suggest . Emily Mortimer , as Chloe , gives a wonderfully understated performance as the neglected wife who has self confidence issues of her own . as the film moves toward its concluding stages , Chris make his decision , leading to a startling and unexpected conclusion . this movie is very well executed and very entertaining , as well thought provoking . a strong
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473,170 | 11,423,174 | 109,279 | 8 |
great family fare
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this is a wonderful movie that is suitable for the whole family . it's very touching and heartwarming . it is a bit sad though and very young kids should be prepared beforehand . there is nothing that should be traumatic though . the story is told from the perspective of Black beauty himself , voiced by Alan Cumming . this is just one of many adaptations of the novel and i have no idea how faithful this particular movie is to the novel by Anna Sewell , but i do know it is a well made movie . there are moments when you may cry tears of joy , and even tears of sadness , but ultimately the movie is uplifting and hopeful . for me , Black Beauty is an
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473,145 | 11,423,174 | 89,175 | 8 |
entertaining and amusing
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as vampire movies go , this one is quite fun and entertaining . it even has some humor mixed in with everything else . sure , it is a bit hokey by today's standards , but it's still a very good movie . there are a few good , and gross transformations and there are some genuinely creepy moments . Chris Sarandon , who plays Jerry Dandridge ( the vampire ) , William Ragsdale as Charley the next Door neighbor and Roddy McDowall , as Peter Vincent , vampire killer and are all really good here . Amanda Bearse , as Amy , Charlie's girlfriend is also good . but for me , it was Ed , Charlie's friend , who i thought provided some great laughs , as did Dorothy Fielding , as Charlie's mother who had a very small part but was nonetheless funny . i also thought Jonathon Stark was very good , as Jerry Dandridge's companion / man servant . i also thought the music for this movie was terrific , adding some style to the proceedings . for me , Fright Night is an
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472,825 | 11,423,174 | 95,963 | 8 |
great odd couple buddy cop movie ( east vs west )
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if you like buddy cop movies , you should like this one . the film stars Arnie as strait laced , no nonsense Moscow detective Captain Ivan Danko , who must team up with loose cannon , goof ball , undisciplined Chicago cop Sgt . Art Ridzik ( James Belushi ) . i won't give away why they have to team up . i'll let you watch the movie to find out yourself . these two are about as mismatched a pair as possible . the movie is ripe with misunderstandings and comedic moments owing to the different tactics each employ on the case . Belushi and Arnie work great off each other . this is really a fun movie . in my mind , it's better than that other buddy movie " 48 Hours " which pairs up Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy . if you like that movie , i can't see how you would not like " Red Heat " . one of the elements that make this film work is the fact it takes place in 1988 , where the political climate between Russia and the U . S was much different than today . anyway , for me , " this movie is funny , action packed and all around entertaining . i give " Red Heat "
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473,213 | 11,423,174 | 197,924 | 8 |
as good as part 2
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Treat Williams returns as the " Substitute " . this time , mercenary Carl Tomassonfullfils a wish from his dead friend and fellow mercenary . he has promised to find his friend's daughter and give her a something he father wanted her to have . he tracks her down at university where she is a teacher . however , when she is viciously attacked and hospitalized , Carltakes it upon himself to find answers , so he becomes her substitute . there is another subplot to the movie , but i won't reveal it here . lets just say , there is tons of action , and some great fight scenes , just like the 2nd 0ne . i liked this movie as much as the 2nd one , mainly because of the action . it's almost the same movie as far as the general plot , but again , some details have been changed . nevertheless , i still enjoyed it . if you liked " the Substitute 2 " you will probably like part3 . just as i gave part 2 , i also give " The Substitute 3 "
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473,484 | 11,423,174 | 463,944 | 8 |
very good morality tale
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i liked this movie . it's a movie about football , but it's much more than that . it's really about honor , truth , and loyalty . it is set in 1950 , and chronicles the " Army " - the West Point football team . West point is the very esteemed military academy . as the movie begins , " army is coming off of 27 consecutive wins and hope to win the championship once again . along the way , many on the team will go through some trials that will test their morality and pledge to uphold the principle of honor at any cost . the backdrop to the story is the Korean War . i like the fact the the story has some depth to it . the very fine performances go along way in anchoring the story . Scott Glenn gives a nice understated , quietly intense performance as one of of the coaches . even though this is a morality tale , it doesn't hit you over the head , or preach to you . all in all a pretty good movie . for me " Code Breakers " is an
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473,105 | 11,423,174 | 27,996 | 8 |
you never really know who your friends are
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this movie is all about being true to yourself and sticking to your convictions . Gary Cooper is Longfellow Deeds , a simple , small town humble man who inherits a large fortune of 20 millions dollars . soon , everybody wants money from him and many people try to change him . this movie succeeds for a number of reasons , one of which is the appeal of star Cooper . he's just so likable , you can't help but empathize with the character . but the message of the film also helps a great deal . it's not preachy at all , and it's very relevant . even more so today . it's nice to see a movie that has a moral centre to it . there's also some humorous and romantic moments that work well . the supporting cast is also effective .
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473,014 | 11,423,174 | 28,010 | 8 |
funny with witty dialogue
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this screwball comedy starring William Powell and Carole Lombard was really enjoyable on all levels . Lombard is always great to watch , and has great comedic timing and skills . i haven't seen too much of Powell , although i think he starred in the Thin Man mysteries of the 30's . he was very good in this film , . the supporting actors are are good . this movie shows that family dysfunction does not discriminate against class or status . the movie also touches on social issues of the day , ( the 1930's ) which it handles very deftly . there are some touching moments between the comedy and drama , which are also played well . i like the witty and snappy dialogue as well . the ending is a bit different than i though it would be , though not in a bad way . for me , My Man Godfrey is an
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473,392 | 11,423,174 | 1,045,312 | 8 |
Attack of The Lizard
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this is a 70 minute feature from season one of The Spectacular Spiderman , A new animated series , focusing on the younger years of Spiderman / Peter Parker . in this one , he's 16 years old and in high school . i'm not sure if this is an episode of the series or a standalone feature , i can't find an accurate listing for it anywhere . it may be actually under another title but on the cover it's called : Attack of the Lizard . anyway , i did like it , regardless . it presents Peter Parker as very cheeky and smart-alecy , also fairly immature and somewhat selfish , in that he craves recognition for his heroic as Spiderman , yet he knows this isn't possible . there is lot s of action here , butSpoilerthe Lizard does not even appear until the last 15 or so minutes . still , this is the best looking Lizard of any of the animated Spiderman series so far . by that , i mean the physicality and ferocity of the character . he is very impressive , very strong and deadly . and there is a good battle scene between him and Spidey . other well known villains also appear , but i won't give away which ones . i give this animated episode / feature a good
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472,695 | 11,423,174 | 102,724 | 8 |
very entertaining and engrossing
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i enjoyed this movie a lot . i thought it was well made . it gives a good amount of insight into why Norman Bates became the killer that he was . we are given just the right amount of detail on his past , and not so much that the film gets bogged down in the details . the movie is also tense and suspenseful . there are also some great performances all around , but i was particularly impressed with Olivia Hussey , who plays young Norman's mother . Henry Thomas is also good as young Norman . as far as i recall this movie is less graphic than the sequels , but it is still pretty violent . there is also lots of sexual innuendo . overall , i found this movie very engrossing and compelling . For me , Psycho IV : The Beginning is a strong
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473,357 | 11,423,174 | 97,889 | 8 |
countdown to extinction
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this thriller starts out slow , but after about 30 min picks up steam very quickly . once it gets going , it is a fast paced , tightly wound nail biter . the basic premise is that a a man ( Anthony Edwards ) picks up a ringing payphone and hears something startling , to say the least . according to the caller , the countdown to nuclear war and the end of the world has begun . in less than 90 minutes , every man , woman and child will be extinct . the film then follows Harry Washello ( Edwards ) as he tries to convince others of the threat . and then things get even tenser . without giving any thing away , lets just say this movie reinforces the notion of mob mentality and human ignorance in the face of possible extinction , or even just in the case of horrible tragedy . this view is very accurate , as witnessed by the actions of some of the waste of skin sht heads in new Orleans last year after the hurricane . not all people act that way , in fact most of us are probably decent people who would react like someone with a brain should . but the fact that any do means that among us civilized beings , there are some knuckle dragging sh-t for brain retards sucking up our air , and taking up our space . those animals should be put onto a deserted island , where they can hopefully fight amongst themselves and end up killing each other . anyway , the movie clearly illustrates the point in one powerful scene . it also provokes the question-what would you do if you knew the end was near ? terrific , thoughtful thriller .
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473,490 | 11,423,174 | 910,865 | 8 |
the best of the four Marvel Animated features so far
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i liked this movie much more than i thought i would . it starts off slow , but somewhere along the line , it becomes interesting . i'm not sure how faithful it is to the comic book . either way , i thought it was pretty good . the voice talent fit the characters perfectly . the animation is excellent . the action scenes are very well done . i also thought the back-story was really good and nicely developed , as was the character of Dr . Strange . the people behind this film put a lot of effort into it . of the four animated movies made by Marvel ( the other ones being The Invincible iron man , and Ultimate Avengers 1 and 2 ) , i think this is the best one so far . it is also the one i had the lowest hopes for going in . it is much darker in tone than the previous animated marvel films , but that is definitely appropriate for the subject matter . for me , Doctor Strange is an .
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473,346 | 11,423,174 | 94,027 | 8 |
the story of a humble teacher who changed lives
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Edward James Olmos stars in this " based on a true story " movie , as a new , humble teacher who inspires the students at the his school to reach higher , to make sometimes of themselves . most of the students are learning challenged , because they have never been encouraged , or had someone believe in them . many will drop out , some will become criminals , or end up dead . Jaime A . Escalante ( Olmos ) is the man who will change all that . but unlike many similar movies of the genre , he does it gently with subtlety and humour . this is a very inspiring movie , without being maudlin or preachy . i liked it quite a bit . i will say though , that it is not fast paced , by any means . but , if you have patience , you will be rewarded . for me , Stand and Deliver is an
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473,342 | 11,423,174 | 286,306 | 8 |
clever little gem combining the horrors of with with the horror genre
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there aren't a lot of movies set during World War I ( that i know of , though i could be wrong ) and there are probably even fewer combining that subject with the horror genre . but it really works , for this movie . combining the the horror of war with a different type of horror is quite clever . the movie certainly has the atmosphere of dread and doom down . it's not overly gory , but there are a few grisly moments , and some very disturbing images . you never really know what's going on , or what might happen next . i really like the fact that there was actually some intelligent thought process involved in the making of this movie . it wasn't just random , slice and dice gore fest . finally , i thought the acting was outstanding . overall , i found the whole experience quite satisfying . for me , Deathwatch gets a strong
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473,244 | 11,423,174 | 113,497 | 8 |
once it gets going it's pretty darn fun
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i have t say , this movie started out pretty slow , and i thought it was gonna be a dud . i'm glad i kept watching . it turned into a pretty good movie . if you're into action and adventure , you'll certainly find it in abundance here . there are some great action sequences , providing scads of excitement . but there are also a lot of very funny moments , and there's even a hint or 2 of romance . there are some fantastic creatures here . the only downside i can think of is the visual effects . i found them kinda cheesy , and sometimes they didn't quite look real . the creatures sometimes looked a bit wonky , but other times were pretty realistic . but that's a small downside , since the movie is so much fun . Robin Williams is the featured performer here , but i thought Bonnie Hunt was terrific . Bebe Neuwirth was very good as well . but David Alan Grier was a riot . Kirsten Dunst was good too . overall , this is a good movie for both kids and adults . for me , Jumani is a
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473,526 | 11,423,174 | 210,616 | 8 |
high energy fun
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i quite enjoyed this movie . it follows a group of people as they try to make it as as dancers with a prestigious ballet company . as soon as i saw it was about ballet , i groaned inwardly . i thought there's no way this could be anything other than boring . but i was proved wrong very quickly . this movie is not just about ballet . there's more going on . lets just say this is a very high energy movie , with some great dance sequences . if you don't like ballet , i feel very confident in saying that won't matter in this case . for one thing the performances are all very good , both the dancing and the acting . and the movie is choreographed very well . not to mention the great soundtrack . for me , this is a really good 115 minutes .
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472,944 | 11,423,174 | 429,573 | 8 |
a creepy ghost story based ( maybe ) on true events
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An American Haunting is a very well made film . it boasts solid acting , good dialogue and is well paced . it also has some good special effects . there is also a very haunting musical score which elevates this movie . beyond that though this is a creepy film . there is one sequence in particular which made my blood run cold . overall , though , i wouldn't call it terrifying , but it make you uneasy . the movie presents a twist toward the latter half which carries over into the final scene . An American Haunting has the tag-line based on true events , and again what that means is anyone's guess . if you want a film that will give you the creeps , check this one out .
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473,028 | 11,423,174 | 1,164,621 | 8 |
my introduction into the genre of short films
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i haven't seen very many short films . in fact , i think this may be the only one i've seen but i liked this one . i could really relate to the man , as i have been in similar situations . i liked the voice over from the two characters . this doesn't always work , but i found it effective here . it gives us a glimpse into the characters . obviously , you won't have a lot of character development in 2 . 5 minutes , but like i said , the voice over helps . it also conveys the humorous aspect quite well . i also like the camera work . as for the ending , i thought it was OK . maybe it could have been expanded a bit , but i think it works the way it is . i think this is a very good short film and also a good introduction to the genre for me . i give Nightwalking an
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473,733 | 11,423,174 | 397,078 | 8 |
what happens when the luckiest woman and the unluckiest man kiss ?
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this is a funny movie , very funny at times . it's about a woman ( Lindsay Lohan ) who has everything . perfect job , perfect apt , perfect life , or so it seems . Ashley ( Lohan ) i s gifted with good luck . everything seems to go her way . then , after kissing Jake ( Chris Pine ) , someone she meets at a masquerade party , her luck changes . . . for the worse . it just so happens that Jake had been cursed with the worst luck in the world . everything bad that could happen to him , did . the kiss has transferred all of Ashley's good luck to Jake and , and Jake's bad luck to Ashley . what follows is a very funny movie . the ending is predictable . actually most of the movie is predictable , but it's funny enough that it doesn't matter . i think the basic premise is unique . it's sort of a variation on the body / personality switching genre of movie . i guess you would call it a chick flick / romantics comedy . either way , it works for me . i should also mention the music . i thought it was very fun and infectious . the movie has a " feel good " tone about , but i don't think it overdoes it . i think it's just the right amount . basically , i liked " Just My Luck " quite a bit . i give it a strong
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473,005 | 11,423,174 | 454,970 | 8 |
i really liked it
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this movie was way better than i thought it would be . i had very low expectations , but i was pleasantly surprised . it had some story development to it . once it gets going , it continually builds suspense and tension , and even gets exciting . there is also a definite atmosphere of panic and fear in the movie and the characters . when we find out what's in store for our characters , it's not quite what you think . there is a bit of graphic violence and gore , but nothing gratuitous . the trailers for the movie are bit misleading and do not do it justice . they make the movie out to be similar to Hostel , when it is much different and a much better movie . i found Hostel to be nothing but blood and guts just for the sake of blood and guts . it served no purpose . With Turistas , the violence and gore served the story . for me , Turistas is an
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473,574 | 11,423,174 | 397,101 | 8 |
old fashioned ghost story with some surprising twists
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this is a pretty good , old fashioned style ghost story . it's genuinely creepy and eerie , with great performances all round . Kate Hudson is in this one , along with the great Gena Rowlands , John Hurt and Peter Sarsgaard . it basically involves an old house on a plantation , a woman who answers an ad to look after an elderly woman's frail , stroke affected husband in said house and some deep dark secrets . throw in some mysticism and some " guests " and you have the ingredients for a real chiller . if you're into ghosts stories with a twist , this might be your movie . there's couple of twists , and some of them are unexpected . this isn't a real action packed movie ( though there is a bit of that here ) it's more psychological , but just as entertaining . i don't think you could go wrong with this movie . for me , " The Skeleton Key " is a strong
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472,957 | 11,423,174 | 83,296 | 8 |
a very " smart " horror movie
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i really enjoyed this movie . the pace is frantic at times ( in a good way ) there's lots of suspense . the villain is definitely menacing , to say the least . even better is the fact that this movie contains no stoned or drunk , easy target teenagers . the victims are all adults and the killer is not just some faceless murdering machine . he has a personality ( not a good personality , but at least he has 1 ) the other thing i liked is that we are shown some insight into why this particular psycho kills women . this is a Canadian movie , which may surprise some people , given how good the movie is . William Shatner is in this movie , but thankfully his role is small enough not to torpedo the movie . others in the movie include Michael Ironside , Lee Grant and Linda purl . 1 other thing i should say is that " Visiting Hours " is a " smart " horror flick . easily / 10
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472,602 | 11,423,174 | 92,007 | 8 |
great fun ( not your conventional StarTrek movie )
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i enjoyed this installment of the Star Trek franchise quite a bit . in my opinion , it's better than the previous ones . i think they did a very good job here , balancing many different elements . there is certainly the action / adventure element here but there is also so quite a bit of humour . the writing is very intelligent and witty . there is also the element of danger , which is very real in this one . the threat is very grave and imminent . the suspense factor is high here too . the story itself is very well written and well paced . this is almost a comedy at its heart . the dialogue is very sharp and fresh . it's more of a family movie than the previous ones . there is some mild language , but it is not used maliciously . it does actually serve the story . the movie is also a cautionary tale i think , to humanity . i think it's just as relevant today as it was then , maybe more so . generally , this movie is probably the most fun of the original Star Trek movies , in terms of comedic value . i also think it is probably the best of the original movies . for me , Star Trek 4 : The Voyage Home is a definite .
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473,289 | 11,423,174 | 117,894 | 8 |
a Stephen King novel that actually translates well to the screen . yay !
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as far as Stephen King adaptations go , this is one of the better ones . the story is very creative and inventive . it's dark and mysterious and very creepy . i wouldn't call it scary , but i could see how some people might think it is . there's a lot of mysticism in this one . it's a real morality fable . it basically shows that everything you do , good or bad , comes back to you . in this case , it's bad , very bad evil , in fact . even though an innocent act is to blame for a deadly occurrence that act comes back to haunt the characters involved , in spades . the innocent act which starts the chain of events is actually very amusing . anyway , i really liked this movie . for some inexplicable reason the story translates well to the screen . don't ask me why . have no idea . but the thing is , it works . For me , " Thinner " is a strong
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472,540 | 11,423,174 | 266,915 | 8 |
funnier and more action packed than the first one
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i found this movie to be better than the first one . there's still lots of action , but it's even funnier than the first . there's some really good fight scenes , and Jackie Chan's moves are even more outrageous this time around . the banter between Chan and Tucker is much funnier and more natural . once again , although there is some violence it's not excessive or gratuitous . i think there is also less coarse language than the first , and like the first , there is no nudity , but there is a bit of suggestiveness . overall , i though this movie was a great ride from start to finish . it's even faster paced than the original , and Tucker and Chan have even better general and comedic chemistry . for me , Rush Hour 2 is an
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472,775 | 11,423,174 | 115,759 | 8 |
exhilarating action from John Woo
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a madman has stolen two nuclear warheads and threatens to detonate them over a populated area if his demand for money is not met . that's the gist of the story . it stars John Travolta , Christian Slater , Samantha Mathis and Delroy Lindo , to name a few . it's a pulse pounding thriller from John Woo ( mission Impossible 2 ) . there's obviously a lot of action , and suspense , and the movie goes right down to the wire . John Travolta is good , as is Christian Slater , but i really liked Samantha Mathis , who i feel is and underrated actress . the action scenes are are exhilarating , though admittedly over the top . but for thrills , you can't beat it . for me , Broken Arrow is an
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472,671 | 11,423,174 | 71,771 | 8 |
comedy , drama , and action
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Burt Reynolds Plays Paul Crewe , a former pro quarterback , whose life takes a turn for the worse as he find himself in jail . The warden ( Eddie Albert ) has a sadistic mean streak . he petitions Crewe to form a football team from the inmates to play against the guards ( a semi pro team ) in four weeks as a warm up match before the semi pro season begins . the warden assumes an easy brutal victory against the inmates . But Crewe and his ragtag bunch have other ideas . this movie has everything , lots of one liners , some very funny situations . even some drama , and action . oh , yeah , there's football too . i would classify this movie as as dramedy , a drama / comedy hybrid , with some action . i laughed quite a bit . the football scenes , especially the hits , are very authentic and there is a lot of violence , though nothing very graphic . overall , the Longest Yard is a very good movie , that is more than a football movie . even if you don't like football , you should still enjoy this film . a strong
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473,165 | 11,423,174 | 372,183 | 8 |
almost as good as the first Bourne film ( The Bourne Identity )
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while not quite as good as The Bourne Identity , this is still a great movie . Matt Damon returns as Jason Bourne , and is outstanding . Franka Potente returns , as well , and puts in a good performance . again , we have a strong supporting cast . like " Identity " this one has a lot of action , which is spectacular . the fight scenes are once again superb . again there's lots of tension and suspense , and twists and turns . the only real drawback i found to this movie , is that the dramatic scenes don't seem as compelling , and they seem to go on a bit too long sometimes . other than that , it's pretty much as good as as " Identity " . for me " The Bourne Supremacy " is an
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472,894 | 11,423,174 | 383,574 | 8 |
less hype , much better movie than the first one
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i must say , i quite enjoyed this movie , i think mostly because my expectations were very low . this is due to the fact that i was disappointed in the first installment , because my expectations were too high . how ironic . this entry had more action , better action sequences and more humour . it was at times also darker than the original and the acting had more depth . there were also more characters and various sub plots , but the movie was still easy to follow . the one thing that irritated me at first was that they made captain Jack Sparrow's character even gayer than the first . Johnny Depp does somehow pull it off , though , give him credit for that . so this was only a temporary annoyance and then the character'quirks , or foibles , if you will , grew on me . i don't perceive being annoyed by this in the next installment . this movie also had some more suspense and the action sequences were at times very intense , in a good way . there was an abundance of cgi in this movie , which was exceptionally well done , the best i have seen in a long time , possibly ever . the filmmakers did a great job of balancing humour suspense , action and some darker material together . the story also had more depth and i cared more for the characters this time around . i think most of the characters were better written , for whatever reason . the only other complaint i have is that the movie was a bit too long . i did however like the ending . nothing fancy , just a low key setup for the third installment . basically , this is a case of the sequel surpassing the original in every way . i can't wait for the third entry , though i have higher hopes and it has a lot to live up to 7 . 5 + / 10
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473,139 | 11,423,174 | 79,116 | 8 |
not action packed , but worth watching to the end
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this movie is the story of the one and only documented case of any prisoners escaping from the infamous prison . three men , apparently did the impossible , although they were never heard from or seen again , so how successful they were is anyone's . guess . Clint Eastwood heads up the cast as the mastermind behind the escape , while Patrick McGoohan portrays the warden . though i did enjoy this movie , it's not exactly fast paced , so you really need patience to watch it . but , i didn't think it was boring , and it it ultimately worth it in the end . Don Siegel ( who also worked with Eastwood on several of his Westerns ) directed the movie . if you are a Clint Eastwood fan or Don Siegel fan , you might like this movie .
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472,856 | 11,423,174 | 107,818 | 8 |
pleasant surprise ( )
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i figured this would be good movie , given that it stars Denzel Washington , two acting greats . but given its subject matter ( homosexuality , and AIDS discrimination ) i thought it would also be depressing . in fact , it isn't at all . there are some sombre moments , to be sure . it is very touching at times . i liked how the film doesn't take side on this issue . it merely present a story , and it's up to the viewer how they respond to it . i mentioned Denzel Washington and Tom Hanks . however , Mary Steenburgen also impressed me a lot . Antonia Banderas was also good in what i believe is his first English speaking role . the reasons this film is so good ( in no particular order ) are three fold . one-the acting . 2-the confident direction of Johnathon ( silence of the Lambs ) Demme . 3-the economical writing . i also have to mention the musical score as well as the theme song by Bruce Springsteen . both really complemented the movie well . overall , this was a good movie . one thing i didn't like is that one or two scenes went on a bit too long . however , those were few and far between . my vote for Philadelphia is a
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473,062 | 11,423,174 | 934,935 | 8 |
the documentary that inspired the movie We are Marshall
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i thought this was a good documentary . it was well done all around . i liked the fax that the filmmakers interviewed interesting people that were relevant to the event depicted in the documentary . i've found that that isn't always the case . the documentary is basically about the 1970 Marshall College Football team , almost all of who perished in a plane crash on their way back home . as well as the team , the coaching staff and several community leaders also lost their lives . the documentary also gives some background in to the team before the crash . it shows how the town lived and breathed the team . and of course it details the aftermath of the crash and the effect it had on those who , for whatever reason , were not on board the plane that fateful day as well as family members and friends left behind . these people are interviewed , and you can tell the impact the tragedy had and still does to this day . the documentary is very touching , without being maudlin , and is done in a way that is not horribly depressing . it is sad for sure and tragic , but the filmmakers also focus on the good that came from the tragedy . , which i will leave up to you to watch . . also , they talk about the team today . overall , a fascinating documentary which inspired the movie We are Marshall . anyway , i hope people read this comment and check the documentary out .
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473,177 | 11,423,174 | 341,334 | 8 |
fast paced , but doesn't seem like it till it's over
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this is the complete pilot episode for the TV show of the same name . it's surprisingly very entertaining . it's from the novel by Stephen King , and directed by Robert Lieberman . it's very tautly directed and well acted , especially by Anthony Michael Hall , who is the lead character . i liked his character a lot . he was sympathetic and likable . this is one of the better Stephen King adaptations . it isn't necessarily original , but i liked what they did with the material . it doesn't seem fast paced while you're watching it , but it's over before you know it . it is only 87 minutes , but it doesn't feel incomplete at all . the ending is ambiguous , but obviously there are more episodes in the series . for me , The Dead Zone is an
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473,242 | 11,423,174 | 406,375 | 8 |
Jumanji in space
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from the same world as Jumanji , Zathura is exciting and thrilling . it gets going fairly quickly and doesn't let up until the end . there is not as much comedy in this one , but i think it's more exciting . the special effects are much better here . of course this movie is a decade older , so that makes sense . Kristen Stewart is barely in the movie and Tim Robbins has what amounts to a cameo . Dax Shepherd is quite entertaining here . there are lot of plot holes here , for sure , but once you get caught up in the story , that probably won't matter . this is a movie the whole family can enjoy , although there are a few mild sear words . for me , Zathura is an
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472,916 | 11,423,174 | 81,376 | 8 |
great harmless fun
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i really liked this spoof of Sherlock Holmes , starring Don Knotts and Tim Conway . Knotts is Inpector Winship and Conway is Dr . Tart . Winship is a variation of the Holmes character , but dumber . tart is a variation of Watson , but also dumber . the story is that Winship and Tart are dispatched by Scotland yard to investigate the death of a British aristocrat and his wife . the kicker is , both are American . it's funny seeing two Americans detectives working for Scotland Yard . Winship dresses just like Holmes and Tart dresses just like Watson . both are inept and clueless , and have caused no shortage of chaos and trouble in the states . apparently they are put on the case as punishment or to keep them from trouble , as they are an embarrassment to their superiors . as part of their investigation , they end up at the huge mansion of the aristocrat , questioning the large staff contingent ( who are also very quirky ) , and bumbling from one false clue to the next . from the opening scene slapstick is the order of the day , and there is a lot of it . the characters are so dimwitted and the situations so absurd , it's hard not to laugh out loud frequently . i really had a blast . it's not high art , but it is entertaining .
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473,576 | 11,423,174 | 278,435 | 8 |
good writing , good intensity and a real sense of peril
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this movie deals with the same theme as " sleeping With the Enemy " which came out over a decade earlier . the theme is spousal abuse . as in " Enemy " a woman ( Jennifer Lopez ) meets the man of her dreams , ( Bill Campbell ) only to find out he's actually the man of her nightmares . so she runs away , only to be tracked relentlessly at every turn by psycho husband who has no qualms about killing her . faced with no other options , she learns to protect herself and decides to confront him . this element added a bit of originality to the film . daughter , fathered by her psycho husband Mitch ( Campbell ) and has to protect her as well . i liked this movie more than " Sleeping With the Enemy " mainly because of the added element of a child to protect and that the abused wife decides to physically confront her abuser . their's obviously more action , but i also think the writing is very good . you can feel the intensity and the peril that Slim is in . the only knock i have against this movie is that at times it strays into unreality territory . other than that , i liked it . my vote for " Enough " is
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473,348 | 11,423,174 | 259,324 | 8 |
Ghost Rider makes the leap from comic book to screen
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as far as comic book adaptations go , this is not a bad movie , i can't say how accurate it is to its source material , but i didn't mind it . it's basically about a young motorcycle stuntman named Johnny Blaze . as a young man . johnny is tricked into selling his soul to the devil for reasons revealed in the movie . years later , the devil calls upon his services as " Ghost Rider " a flame skulled entity from the dark side who is basically the devil's bounty hunter . i liked this movie quite a bit , although it seemed a bit rushed . i think they could have fleshed it out a bit more . but to be fair , there is some voice over narration in the film , which does provide an overview of the whole Ghost Rider Legend . if you're a fan of the comic , you probably know all you need to know . Nic Cage , as the older Johnny Blaze / Ghost Rider is well cast . he seems to suit the role well and is believable ( in the context of the movie ) . i like the music . it went well with the movie . there is a lot of action in the movie and some cgi , which is well done , but not groundbreaking or anything . ( although Ghost Rider's flaming skull was kinda cool ) The beautiful and talented Eva Mendes plays the love interest , but her screen time is far too short . her character should have had more to do . she is very charismatic , so the scenes she was in left me wanting more . oh , well , hopefully her character will play a larger role in the sequel . as for the movie itself , my friend and i had free passes , so i can't really complain . it is a fun movie to watch , but doesn't linger long after viewing . i will go see the sequel when it comes out , as i believe it will probably improve on this one .
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473,182 | 11,423,174 | 331,468 | 8 |
very suspenseful , psychological thriller
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this movie is about a family that moves into what they believe will be their dream home . it is old and falling apart , but they believe that once they fix it up , it will be the home they've always wanted . sounds alright so far . however , they notice something strange . when they move in the house is filled with possessions of the previous owners . then weird thongs begin to happen . they discover the house holds a dark secret . and someone else decides the house belongs to them . Sharon Stone and Dennis Quaid play Cooper and Leah Tilson , the proud new owners . Stephen Dorrf is also in the film as is Juliette Lewis . The film is directed by Mike Figgis . it is a psychological suspense thriller , with out a lot of gore and graphic violence . a rare treat in these days of slice'em dice'em , hack and slash movies . this movie has a very eerie atmosphere throughout and works well as a ghost story . if you want some genuine chills , i recommend " Cold Creek Manor "
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473,238 | 11,423,174 | 74,860 | 8 |
pretty good political thriller . ( )
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this is a pretty good political thriller . aside from a few slow moments , it's well paced . it's very intense and suspenseful . i did find it a bit predictable , but that's a minor quibble with this film . Dustin Hoffman stars as a college student who unwittingly becomes caught up in political intrigue and danger . Laurence Oliver stars as well in a chilling villainous performance . William Devane co stars . but i really liked the Swiss actress Marthe Keller . she was very good here in my opinion . you may not think the title The Marathon Man means much but it actually ties in well with the movie . in any event , this is a taught well made thriller . for me , The marathon Man is a
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473,583 | 11,423,174 | 29,606 | 8 |
what price , fame ?
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this is the first version of this movie made , and the only version i have seen so far . i liked it . i thought it was touching and ironic , and also tragic . it basically tells what the movie business can do to you , and the sacrifices that are made . it also shows how disposable the industry and the people in it are . as long as you are the flavour of the week , everything seems fine . but when you're no longer useful , reality hits and things can come crashing down . that's what basically happens in this story . it's an indictment ( ironically ) of the movie industry , however subtle . regardless , i thought it was well done . the acting by the tow leads , Janet Gaynor , and Frederic March , as well as the supporting performances , are terrific . i also thought the writing was very good , and the movie flows very well . for me , A Star is Born gets an
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472,857 | 11,423,174 | 443,701 | 8 |
it's a mystery to me
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i finally got around to watching this second X Files movie . i didn't know what to expect , since i hadn't paid any attention to any of the news or hype surrounding it . however , i really liked . i thought it was better than the first X Files movie Fight the Future . whereas that movie focused on the alien / government conspiracy storyline from the TV series . this new movie has very little to do with the paranormal aspect . there is a little of that , but it's a small part of the story . this is a standalone movie which in my my mind works . it's much deeper in terms of storyline . i wouldn't call it a horror movie , but there are some horrific scenes in it . as far as action goes , there not a lot of it . this is more a story and character driven piece . there's a lot of suspense . at first glance , the movie may seem to move very slow , but that deliberate pacing really works in this movies favour . i also thought having Amanda Peet in the cast was a real plus . if you're an X Files purist , you probably won't like this movie . otherwise , though , i encourage you to check it out . a solid
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473,279 | 11,423,174 | 81,207 | 8 |
teenager is picked on by school bully , hires outcast as bodyguard
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my bodyguard is a great family movie , with minimal violence ( even then the violence is a necessary part of the movie ) . there is no foul language that i know of . the fight scenes are done very tastefully . there is bit of humour thrown in as well , mostly in the form of ruth gordon ( grandma ) . the subject matter ( bullying ) is still very relevant today although the movie takes a lighter approach than any movie made today would . it is also simplistic in its approach , though being a family oriented movie , one would expect it to be . the movie does go abit overboard on the inspirational factor and it paints bullying as something much easier to deal with than the reality . watching this film as an adult , it seemed like it could have had more substance . as a child , i remember enjoying it thoroughly . i like to think of it as a low rent " karate kid " even though karate kid was still five years away . my bodyguard will be enjoyed by early teens and a bit younger . parents will enjoy the fact that their kids have a kid friendly movie to watch . 8 stars for kids , 6 stars for adults
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472,885 | 11,423,174 | 519,656 | 8 |
continuing the story The The Rubberface of Comedy
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this episode is a continuation of the previous episode The Rubberface of Comedy , which i really enjoyed . this is the last episode of season 1 . i liked this episode as well as the previous . i like where they took the story . i hadn't seen a full episode of this series until i watched the previous episode . after having watched this episode and the previous one , i noticed that there is more depth to the character of Bruce Wayne . the series seems to touch more on the personal life and tragic aspect that id the Batman / Bruce Wayne . of course , i've now only seen 2 episodes , and maybe it's just my imagination . either way , this story contained in the 2 episodes was good and a good intro to the series . for me , The Batman : The Clayface of Tragedy is an
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473,388 | 11,423,174 | 119,303 | 8 |
criminals beware
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as far third movies in a series go , this one isn't half bad . it's not as lite hearted as the previous 2 , and none of the cast return for this installment . it's basically the same plot line . kid is home alone , and is the target of criminals . , but these are no ordinary , bungling burglars . these guys are serious . but , this kid is very clever , and once again his house becomes one big booby trap . again we have the slapstick and pratfalls as the crooks become victims of one painful ( and hilarious ) sequence of events after another . this is actually a very funny movie . i laughed so hard i cried a couple of times . i think it's at least as funny as the two previous movies , but it doesn't have the heart or soul of either of them . but for fun factor alone , it's well worth watching . for me , Home Alone 3 is an
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472,766 | 11,423,174 | 1,185,834 | 8 |
hardly the travesty i'd expected based on the criticisms
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before watching this animated Star Wars movie , i was expecting something horrible . but , i gotta say , it isn't that horrible . true , it's slow at times , and at other times it just gets repetitive with pretty much the same action sequences happen over and over again . yet , despite that , i did find it a fairly enjoyable romp . there area some funny moments , and . teeny little spoileri liked the banter between Anakin and his Padewan ( not sure i spelled that right ) and the light saber battles were decent , if not spectacular . i didn't find the dialogue all that bad . some of the baddies are familiar from previous Star Wars movies , but there is a new bad character , who i actually liked and i wished had played a larger role . another little spoilerif you're expecting the usual iconic opening theme , you won't get it here . as well , the equably iconic crawl which sets up the story is missing , instead replaced by a brief voice over , which sounds sillyend of spoiler . and there isn't really much of a story . what story there is hangs by the most fragile of threads . but that's not unusual for a Star wars movie , so that isn't necessarily a valid complaint . for what it was , i liked it . i may get roasted alive for this but i give Star Wars : The Clone Wars an
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472,906 | 11,423,174 | 387,514 | 8 |
A romantic comedy that is actually funny , very funny at times ( imagine that )
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Finally , a decent romantic comedy . not really a chick flick , but something a guy could enjoy as much as a woman . also , very witty , with more than a few laugh out loud moments . great acting from all , good direction , and also very good writing . i won't give away any thing about the plot of the movie , for those who haven't seen it . but i will say this movie is unique for a couple of reasons . first off , it is one of the few movie billed as a romantic comedy , that has comedy . it's actually funny . Imagine that . Second , there is a romance aspect to the film , but it is not so mooshy ( I know mooshy isn't really a word , but it fits ) that guys won't like it . it's almost romance lite . so a guy can see this movie with his girlfriend and actually say he enjoyed it . and , quite frankly , a guy could watch it on his own , without his manhood being questioned . I'd recommend Prime to any one who likes comedy and romance , female or male . a strong
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473,878 | 11,423,174 | 89,003 | 8 |
this time , it s War " ( where have i heard that before ? )
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Death Wish 3 brings back Charles Bronson as one time vigilante Paul Kersey , now retired . yeah , right . before long Kersey is back to his old ways . but this time , its not just a few muggers at a time , its a gang who have taken over a run down part of the city ( New York again , by the way . ) this time its war , so Kersy Hauls out the big guns ( literally ) for this . the body count int his one rivals anything Stallone or Schwarzenegger have come up with . this movie is actually somewhat fun to watch , particularly for a few one liners and of course bad guys die , or get severely injured in creative ways , which is always a good thing . the violence is not as personal in this one , its , obviously on a much grander scale , sort of like bombing your victims from afar , rather than one on one combat . this movie is lighter in tone than the 1st 2 , making it easier to watch . there's not much import to this film , its more escapism than anything . its also cheesy at times and pseudo-inspirational , but hose scenes fall flat . they should have left the original " Death Wish " on its own without sequels , but since they didn't , they should have stopped here . 8 / 10
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473,738 | 11,423,174 | 787,505 | 8 |
very entertaining horror flick , with some brains behind it
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rest stop is an enjoyable horror film for the most part . it does veer into disgusting territory for a couple of scenes , but unlike some recent films of the genre does not revel in depravity . the movie has a unique twist that keeps it from being your typical standard horror movie . there are of course , some of the necessary elements for a film of this genre , such as the character who does all the right stupid things , and it does borrow from one or two other movies . however , it is nonetheless an entertaining ride , which should get the adrenaline flowing . there do seem to be some inconsistencies in the movie , although there may be reasons for this . this movie requires more than one viewing in order to fully understand what is happening . it should make you think , and by that i mean about the subtleties of the plot and not the disgust factor . as an aside , the cop who gets his legs run over is played by Joseph Lawrence , one time child actor Joey Lawrence out of 10
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472,672 | 11,423,174 | 84,684 | 8 |
first rate Chuck Norris movie
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Silent is Ondoubtably one of Chuck Norris'best movies . Chuck plays Dan Stevens , small town sheriff who responds to a domestic disturbance and discovers a murder . but that is the least of his worries . he find out the killer is still in the house . after a very long struggle , the killer is shot by police and killed . all seems well , but then murders star happening again and Dan is called in to investigate . let's just say that Dan finds out the hard way that the killer is not so dead . and he is no ordinary man . Dan tracks the maniac down and confronts him , using all his martial arts abilities . the psycho escapes and Dan barely escapes with his life . the most refreshing thing about his movie is the fact that the villain is more than worthy of our hero . in many such films of this genre , the villain is easily and soundly beaten , while the hero sometimes escapes without a scratch . obviously not very realistic . this time , the villain is not just a punching bag . in fact the good guy is in peril at times . the fight scenes are good , especially the climax . the movie also brings up some interesting moral and ethical issues , which are way ahead of their time . aside from that , this is one of Chuck's better movies . very entertaining .
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473,563 | 11,423,174 | 387,564 | 8 |
well done horror movie
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the movie saw was well done in every aspect . i liked the opening sequence , which gave you just enough information to keep watching . i especially liked the intimate setting , which focused more on the characters than their surroundings which were very sparse . you are given background information on the characters , which is perfect for this movie . of course it helps that their are only only two main characters . you can't help but be emotionally involved as they wonder what to do next and how or even if they will survive . i liked the gritty look of the film and the lighting was well done . the actors were believable , and even though the victims were not necessarily the most morally upstanding people , they were still sympathetic enough to root for . the villain was very original and creative , the likes of which , as far as i'm aware had not been seen before , or since . i liked the fact that he wasn't your typical psychopath , in that , in his mind he was giving his victims the chance to redeem themselves , cleanse themselves of sin , and gain a new appreciation for the lives they were given . you might say he was merely doing a good deed . he was sort of a philosopher on the human condition . it was refreshing to see a villain who was behind the scenes and not actually perpetrating his crimes directly , like , say , your garden variety maniac . don't get me wrong , he was obviously crazy and had a messianic complex , holding the power of life and death over his victims . he just wasn't your typical crazy . he was actually a multi-dimensional baddie . imagine that . in a nutshell , he wore many hats . man , this movie is deep on so many levels . anyway , there was also quite a bit of blood and gore , but it was necessary for the story . the ending was also good , naturally setting up nicely for the sequel . i know i'm rambling , so i'll wrap it up . basically , saw was a very good movie . i recommend it highly , especially if you're tired of all the the slice'n dice movies with stupid characters that you actually hope get killed .
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473,456 | 11,423,174 | 339,422 | 8 |
a movie of a true crime based on a book which may have some basis in truth
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this is a TV movie based on the murder of Martha Moxley in Greenwich in the mid 1970's . based how much on truth it's hard to tell . this much is certain . it is based on the book written by Mark Fuhrman . anyway , the movie depicts the crime in flashbacks and its aftermath , including the arrest of a suspect , some 25 years after , who was never considered a suspect at the time . in the movie , Fuhram of course is largely responsible for the arrest and closure of the case for Martha's surviving family , in particular her mother . the narrative of the film is by the ghost of Martha Moxley , talking in the first person . this is a very effective device in this movie . to me , it adds more impact to the movie , and puts a human face on the murder victim ( if only an actress playing the part ) Maggie grace plays Martha , and i was really impressed with her . there is no way for certain to know Mark Fuhrman's motive in investigating the crime . it could have been out of a sense of justice and maybe he really cared . or maybe he just saw dollar signs from a future bestselling book . either way , it makes for an interesting movie . it's well acted and fairly fast paced . i don't think there was a lot of extra , unnecessary stuff in the movie , just what was needed to tell the story . one could argue that they left out things that would have shed a bit more light on the proceedings , and one would be right . also , one may argue that the ending was abrupt and again one would be right . but , as i said , for me , i think they told the story with at least most of the essentials . anything else would have likely required a miniseries . as an aside , there is a miniseries entitled " A Season in Purgatory " which came out 6 years ealier ( 1996 ) which this movie has some parallels to , even if only faint . however , if you like this movie , " Then you may be interested in " A Season in Purgatory " . it is my belief that " a Season in Purgatory " is in fact a fictionalized account of the same crime . anyway , for me , Murder in Greenwich " is an
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473,295 | 11,423,174 | 69,608 | 8 |
very entertaining and politically incorrect 70's game show
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even though this game show is from the early seventies , i still really enjoy it . it's not boring at all . in fact it is quite funny at times . there's a lot of things they say that are funny , but they would not get away with today , in this time of political correctness . it's also amusing to see what people wore back then and their hairstyles . man , that's some crazy sht . if you grew up in that era , it certainly is an interesting trip down memory lane , especially if you're the nostalgic type . people were definitely less inhibited back then , and happier , i think . nowadays , any time you wanna do something that goes against convention , it's as if a committee has to study every little detail to make sure no one or their dog ( or cat , or hamster etc . ) gets offended . to me , watching Match game is a very entertaining experience .
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473,186 | 11,423,174 | 187,738 | 8 |
worthy follow up to the original
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Blade 2 is obviously the sequel to the original . David S Goyer once again wrote the script , based on characters created for Marvel Comics by Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan . Guillermo del Torro takes over the directing reigns from Stephen Norrington . the storyline this time around is more complex than the original . the original had a pretty basic storyline , which is fine for Blade's introduction . now that Blade's character has been somewhat fleshed out , a stronger storyline has to be established . so there is an interesting twist in this film . the stronger story makes the movie more dramatic , so there are less action sequences . the story is slower of course , but it is worth it . a more human sensitive side of blade is revealed . there are still plenty of action scenes , many of which are more spectacular this time around . Wesley Snipes reprises his role of " Blade " , naturally and Snipes really gets to show of his fighting prowess and athleticism in this installment . the direction is as good as the original , though it has its own style . the special effects are improved here , and the tone of the film is darker in generally but there are little touches of mild humour added . the music is again well suited to the movie . overall , a good followup film . a solid
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473,457 | 11,423,174 | 115,348 | 8 |
sublime but effective mini series giving a snapshot of what the super wealthy and powerful can get away with
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this is a compelling , engaging mini series based in part on a real life event and the aftermath . it's long , clocking in at over 2 and a half hours ( without commercials ) but it never once failed to maintain my interest . it's basically about how a young man of wealth and influence commits a horrendous crime , and because of the family influence and power , is able to cover it up for many years . i won't say what happens next . you'll have to watch it to find out . i'm pretty certain most people will find this movie not only fascinating and engrossing , but also illuminating . even though it's a fictional telling of an actual event with fictional characters , both the characters and the event mirror real life people of wealth and privilege and how normal laws and morals do not apply to them . so while you are being entertained , you also get a snapshot of the super wealthy and powerful as a bonus . this is really an ambitious production and it succeeds in what it sets out to do , in my mind . i wouldn't call it powerful exactly . it's more sublime and it just kind of sneaks up on you as it moves toward it conclusion . nevertheless , it is still very effective . the acting in this movie is very good from people you wouldn't necessarily associate with the kind of characters they play in this movie . Brian Dennehy plays the family patriarch and gives a commanding performance . Patrick Dempsey plays a childhood friend of the family . Sherilyn Finn plays one of the daughters of the clan . Edward Herman has a what amounts to an extended cameo , but is terrific in his scenes . but it is Bonnie Bedelia who really impressed me with her character . she isn't in the movie for very long and not until close to the end , but in my mind , she really stand out . i won't say what character she plays because i don't wan to give anything away , even the smallest detail . for me , " A Season in Purgatory " is a strong
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472,678 | 11,423,174 | 31,346 | 8 |
the inspiration for John Ford's classic My Darling Clementine
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i liked this western quite a bit . it is made in 1939 , and some may find the pace a bit sedate , but that didn't bother me . i liked the story and the cast of characters . the main character is Wyatt Earp ( Randolph Scott ) newly deputized as marshal to try to bring some law into the town of Tombstone . The character Of Doc Halliday ( Ceasar Romero ) also plays a prominent role . there were a few scenes which were meant to be funny , and they probably were back in 1939 , but they fell a bit flat for me . it's the movie that inspired the John Ford classic My Darling Clementine ( 1946 ) . the 1957 movie Gunfight at the OK Corral is also apparently inspired by this movie . one thing i should mention is that the sound and the picture were crystal clear , so kudos for Fox for the technical work that went into the DVD . anyway , when all is said and done , i thought this was a pretty good movie . easily an
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472,876 | 11,423,174 | 443,536 | 8 |
the true ( animated ) story of Red Riding Hood ( not really of , course )
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forget everything you've heard about " Little Red Riding Hood " , this is the true story . well , not really of course but is an animated take on the fairy tale . the gist of the story is that the police have been looking for the perpetrator of a series of crimes ( non-violent of course ) , well one crime , actually , committed several times . anyway , a series of events lead the police to 4 suspects : Red herself , ( Anne Hathaway ) Granny ( Glen Close ) , The Woodsman ( Jim Belushi ) The Wolf ( Patrick Warburton ) . we are treated to a series of flashbacks , one by each character depicting the events that had transpired according to their own viewpoint . By the way , almost all the characters in the movie , from the police chief on down , are characters mostly from the original rendition of the fairly tale . Some of these characters are quite amusing anyway , through the flashbacks , we are treated to some comedy , action ( including some extreme sports ) some drama , mystery , and the movie even becomes a musical for a brief time . and there are some suspenseful moments . there are also some scenes of mild to moderate peril , so it might be a bit too much for very young children , otherwise it all adds up to one very entertaining experience suitable for ( generally ) the whole family . as well , it is also unpredictable , right until nearly the very end , when the perpetrator is finally revealed ( it is not who you might think ) . finally , all the actor's voices really went well with their respective roles . truly a wacky , unique tale on the Red riding Hood Fable .
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473,885 | 11,423,174 | 77,269 | 8 |
Hitler times 94 in modern times
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at first i didn't like this movie . i mean , it is a slow paced movie . despite the fact that Laurence Olivier and Gregory Peck are in it , i couldn't muster much enthusiasm for it , in the beginning . it does pick up enough in the second act to maintain more interest , so , i did watch the whole movie . the story takes place in 1977 or 78 . the basic premise is that Ezra Lieberman ( Olivier ) a Nazi Hunter ( and presumably concentration camp survivor ) has discovered a plot to make perfect clones of Hitler-94 to be exact . Barry Kohler ( a young Steve Guttenberg ) a young Jewish man has provided Lieberman with some of the intelligence on the plot . The evil mastermind behind the scheme is none other than Dr . Joseph Mengle , ( Gregory Peck ) a sadistic Nazi who tortured many Jews during the war . it is during the last act , where Peck gives a tour deforce performance , that really elevates this movie . however , the movie is something that should be watched because of the message it has . namely , the horrible cost that would be incurred if some madman decided to clone a nut job like Hitler . this movie is actually ahead of its time , but is really relevant in modern times , given the controversy over cloning . normally , i don't go for this message type of movie , but in this case i'll make an exception . the whole concept is disturbing to say , the least , especially when you consider all the nut jobs running around in the world . i'd recommend this movie to anyone .
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473,582 | 11,423,174 | 29,322 | 8 |
when it comes right down to it , we're all phonies ( )
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after watching this movie , one thing really struck me : how talented Carole Lombard was as an actress . she has a real gift for comedy , of which there is a fair amount in this film . i found i very funny , but beyond that , i just thought it was well written , and even more relevant today than back then . it basically skewers every imaginable target , including the price of fame , and paints pretty much everybody as phonies , when you you get right down to it . even your average every day person is painted with that brush . but this is also a romance and drama , and it also works on those levels . Fredric March is the male lead , and he does pretty well in the role . the supporting players are also good , but , like i said , it is Carole Lombard who steals the show . i had a great time watching this film , and highly recommend it . my vote for Nothing Sacred :
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473,913 | 11,423,174 | 84,855 | 8 |
Newman , Paul Newman
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Paul Newman stars in this story of a washed up , alcoholic lawyer , with a a long losing streak . he gets handed a case which he could settle out of court , but doesn't . instead he takes it to trial . that's the gist of The Verdict . it has it's compelling moments , especially when Newman is on screen . he's hard to take your eyes off . Charlotte Rampling is also very good here . Jack Warden has a supporting performance , but his character doesn't have a lot to do . this is really Newman's show . the film is very deliberate in it's pacing , which builds suspense for the last scene . i don't think it's to realistic , but that's not the point . the point is , it's an entertaining tale with great acting
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472,668 | 11,423,174 | 311,429 | 8 |
very good action adventure movie , with some humour and intrigue
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The title League of Extraordinary gentlemen is pretty self explanatory . basically , adventure Allan Quatermain ( Sean Connery ) recruits a group of heroes with various abilities , to take on a villain named the Fantom , and prevent him from starting a World War . the movie takes place in alternate Victorian era . the movie is directed by Stephen Norrington ( Blade ) I enjoyed this film much more than i expected . i really had low expectations , but one day , i saw it cheap and thought what the heck . this one has a lot going for it . lots of action , good special effects , a bit of intrigue and even some humour . i liked the premise and i thought they did a good job with it . i think the movie had the potential to be much worse , but it all worked well . i give this movie a strong
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473,554 | 11,423,174 | 106,393 | 8 |
spectacular fight scenes elevate this movie
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i really enjoyed this movie . it's jam packed with action . the fight scenes are spectacular and many different styles are showcased . this movie focuses more on action than story or characters , compared to the first one , in my opinion . the intensity is much higher in this one and the stakes are raised . the first one is rated PG-13 , while this one is rated R . it is certainly more brutal and graphic in its violence , though i have seen much worse . anyway , this movie is a lot of fun . it's very fast paced . the story is fairly weak , and has been done many times before , but like i said , the fight scenes are spectacular and pretty much make up for the story . all in all , i think it's certainly as good as the first one , maybe a smidgen better . for me , Best of the Best 2 is a very solid
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472,955 | 11,423,174 | 114,167 | 8 |
a very entertaining story of possession , which does not follow the usual formula
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i really enjoyed this movie . it's a movie about a man who , becomes possessed by an evil spirit . at the beginning we are told it is based on factual events , which is possible , but there's no way to verify that claim . for a made for TV , this 1 is quite well done . i think a big part of the reason for this is that the movie focuses more on the acting than than on big budget , bombastic special effects . the effects are low key , but well done . the movie also dwells on the psychological aspects of someone being posses and how they deal with it . the acting is very convincing , more so than in many movies of the genre , made for TV or not . i also like that you don't know the reason for the possession , and when the reason is revealed , it's somewhat surprising ( at least for me , it was ) the movie doesn't take the usual rouete travelled by most in the genre , which is refreshing . all in all , a very entertaining suspenseful , well acted movie . my vote : a strong
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472,635 | 11,423,174 | 395,699 | 8 |
something different from Vin Diesel
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i liked this movie . it's funny , it has action and it has a good message , but it doesn't hit you over the head with it . i will say though that the beginning of the movie is pretty violent . but once you get past those first few minutes , the tone becomes quite lite . Vin Diesel shows his comedic side , and does very well . there are a lot of funny moments in this movie , and there's also some mild action violence . there are a few mild swear words , but nothing offensive . Brad Garrett also has a funny role and is very good as well . if you liked either Cheaper by the Dozen ( 2003 ) or Cheaper by the Dozen 2 ( 2005 ) with Steve Martin , or Yours Mine and Ours ( 2005 ) , with Dennis Quaid and Renee Russo , you will probably like this movie . it is very similar in a lot of respects , but i thought it was funnier than any of those movies . it also balances comedy and action very well
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473,906 | 11,423,174 | 496,436 | 8 |
as good as the first White Noise movie .
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this sequel to white noise is actually pretty good . in terms of thrills , i found it better than the first and it's much more disturbing , and leaves you with a feeling of dread . the story though is much more implausible . it puts a religious spin on the proceedings . while electronic voice phenomena or EVP could have some reality to it , i seriously doubt that there's is any religious aspect to it , but that's just my opinion . things also get a bit muddled at times , at least i thought so . still , i thought Nathan Fillion was good in the lead role , and I like Katie Sackoff as the female lead , but i wish she had way more scenes , as she is barely in the movie . when you add everything up , i think there are more positives than negatives . for me White Noise 2 gets an
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472,925 | 11,423,174 | 230,011 | 8 |
epic quality animated adventure without the epic length
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this is a great animated adventure about the lost city of Atlantis . it has an epic feel with out the epic length . the animation is quite good , even spectacular at times . the movie is funny , dramatic and exciting . the voice actors also really fit their roles , and really put a lot of effort into their characterizations . speaking of which this a great mix of different characters that really play well off each other . plus the story is engaging and compelling . i really enjoyed myself for the 90 minutes or so run time of this movie . the rating for this movie is currently relatively low ( ) to me , the movie is much better than the rating currently reflects . i give " Atlantis : The Lost Empire " a strong
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473,171 | 11,423,174 | 99,871 | 8 |
intriguing study on the psychological impact of war
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without giving too much away , Tim Robbins is Jacob Singer , a soldier who survived Vietnam . twenty years later though , he is having flashbacks , and is losing grip on reality , not knowing what is real and what is fantasy . Elizabeth Pena , Ving Rhames , Eric La Salle , Danny Aiello , Matt Craven co-star . Jason Alexander and S . Epatha Merkerson also have small roles . Robbins gives a convincing performance , but i really liked Pena and Aiello . i thought they were both outstanding . this is a pretty good film , though i think they could have cut out 20 minutes or so . the film is also a bit of a downer at times , which is understandable given the subject matter . this isn't really a complaint , more of a personal observation . it's also very heavy on the drama , so don't expect a lot of action . anyway , for me Jacob's Ladder is an
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473,234 | 11,423,174 | 129,290 | 8 |
Laughter is the Best Medicine
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The story of a man who uses laughter to heal people . Hunter Adams , played by Robin Williams , goes through dark period in his life ( acquiring the nickname " Patch " along the way ) and emerges with a new outlook on life . he goes to medical school and becomes a doctor , bucking the system along the way , and butting heads with one of the Deans . the reason : Patch believes that laughter is truly the best medicine . as a result he delivers his own brand of medicine to the patients . along the way he makes some friends and teaches them the value of laughter . the movie also has dark side , and is very heart wrenching at times . but he message that laughter is the best medicine comes through strongly . ( maybe a bit to strongly ) it is a bit maudlin and overly inspirational at times , with some very cheesy scenes and it may not be completely realistic , but it has its heart in the right place .
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473,331 | 11,423,174 | 20,691 | 8 |
John Wayne's first starring role
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i really liked this film . it features John Wayne in his first starring performance . even then , you can tell Wayne has a real presence , although he wouldn't really mature into the icon he is known for until Stagecoach , 9 years later in 1939 . it's about settlers from all over the country heading to the new west to colonize it . Wayne's character Breck Coleman joins up , but for his own personal reasons . most of the main actors were stage actors and had never done a film before , which makes the movie even more amazing . they managed to create believable , distinctive characters and there is quite an oddball mix here . Cimarron would come out a year later , and had a very similar story , though i didn't like it as much as this movie . for me , The Big Trail is a strong .
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473,838 | 11,423,174 | 113,972 | 8 |
a very thrilling potboiler ( solid )
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this is a very thrilling and suspenseful movie . the movie take place in " real time " meaning that the same amount of time that goes by for the audience , also goes by for the characters . for action and excitement and nail biting suspense , this is the movie . great acting all around including Johhny Depp in the lead role , as well s CHristoper Walken and Roma Maffia , to name a few . i was on the edge of my seat for this potboiler , right down to the last minute . the tension was almost unbearable at times . this is one well written suspense thriller which ranks right up there , at least in my mind . but don't take my word for it . run out and rent it . i'll think you'll really enjoy it . for me " Nick of Time " is a solid
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473,080 | 11,423,174 | 31,448 | 8 |
first filmed adaptation of Conan Doyle's novel
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this is the first filmed version of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's novel . it's also the first of fourteen Sherlock Holmes films Starring Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as his friend / sidekick , Dr . Watson . this is the second version i have seen , the first being the 1959 version starring Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee . i liked that one more . this 1939 version , while good , is slow at times . the acting is good , as one would expect . the story is interesting . as i said , this is a good adaptation , other than the slow pace . otherwise , i was entertained . interestingly , even though they are the main stars , Rathbone is billed second , and Bruce billed fourth in the film . anyway , it's a pretty good 80 minute or so diversion . for me , The Hound of the Baskervilles is an
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473,704 | 11,423,174 | 269,347 | 8 |
a pretty good William Friedkin film ( Did i say that out loud ? )
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the basic premise of this film is this : a trained special forces assassin who has gone AWOL from duty , begins killing hunters in backwood Oregen . the only man who may be able to stop is the man who trained him . and so the hunt is on . Benecio Del Torro is Aaron Hallam , the hunted , while Tommy Lee Jones is L . T Bonham , the Hunter . i should mention right away , that this movie has some very graphic and bloody violence , including scenes of war at the very beginning . both Jones and Del Tor are good in their roles . there is a lot of action and the fight scenes i thought were phenomenal , no flashy camera tricks , just well choreographed fighting . unfortunately for me , i have to admit that the director , William Friedkin made a pretty good movie here . i have been a basher of Friedkin for some time , having seen a few of his other films . however , he surprised and impressed me here , so give him credit .
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472,992 | 11,423,174 | 395,584 | 8 |
sequel to House of 1000 Corpses
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this sequel to Rob Zombies House of 1000 corpses , ( which was written and directed by Rob Zombie ) , is a bit different in tone . it's not as dark , there's more action , and there are more funny moments . it's not so much a horror as an action / crime drama . i don't feel it's as clever as House of 1000 corpses , but then , most sequels aren't . it is however , very entertaining and goes in an unexpected direction with a great ending . it's quite the thrill ride . it also sheds a bit more lite on the villains . Rob Zombie directed and wrote this movie once again , and he also produced it . for my money , it's as good as it's predecessor . for me , The Devil's rejects is an
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473,097 | 11,423,174 | 82,694 | 8 |
very intense action sequences .
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Mad Max 2 , also known as The Road Warrior is a different movie than the original . for one thing , you can watch this movie on its own , without having seen the first one . there is a voice over narration at the beginning telling you all you need to know about the events in the first one . the first movie had sustained action throughout . this one however , has less action , but the the action sequences it does have are very intense , and edge of your seat . here , the country is more desolate . the character of Max ( Mel Gibson ) is more developed . Max is no hero , more an antihero . he does what he has too to survive in the wasteland . mostly that means finding enough fuel to keep going . wherever it is he is going . he also has a continuing feud with a vicious biker gang that began in the first movie . for me , i didn't like this movie as much as part one , simply because i thought it dragged a bit . it's still a very good movie though . my vote for Mad Max 2 : The Road Warrior :
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473,440 | 11,423,174 | 121,766 | 8 |
chapter 3
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of the 3 prequels , this one is the best . Anakin is now a young man , very close to the dark side . helping him to get there is supreme chancellor Palpatine ( Ian Mcdiarmid ) a dark lord of the sith . Mcdiarmid clearly relishes his role as he brings an intensity and believability that must be seen to be believed . this is an Oscar worthy performance . the movie does a fairly good job of tying things up , as the saga concludes . there are , a few problems with the time line , of course , but despite that , the movie works . what everybody was waiting for was the reveal of Anakin into Darth Varder , and those chilling words : " Rise Lord Vader " ( Palpatine ) " Yes My Master " ( voice of Darth Vader ) so was the last scene worth the wait ? for the most part yes . it treads close to being funny , but stops just short . as for the movie itself , the best of the prequels , and closer in quality to the original trilogy .
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472,822 | 11,423,174 | 317,919 | 8 |
Keri Russel , Laurence Fishburne , Philip Seymour Hoffman . . . .
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the three main reasons this " Mission Impossible " entry is the best yet . yeah , Tom Cruise is back , of course , and does a good job as the main character Ethan Hunt . however , it is the presence of the three actors mentioned in my summary which make this movie succeed . first , Laurence Fishburne , a physically imposing presence for sure , but also extremely charismatic with a very palpably intense screen presence . i think he owns any scene he is in . next , Philip Seymour Hoffman , also a very strong screen presence who manges to be both understated and mesmerizing at the same time . and Keri Russel , ( from the dramatic TV series " Felicity " very impressive here in an action movie . she impressed me the most in this movie . there is just something about her , something intangible you can't put your finger on . the rest of the supporting cast are also strong . also , this third installment in the series is not convoluted , like the first , and not as reality defying as the second . don't get me wrong , there are some stunts that are not too realistic , but to a lesser degree and not as frequent . i also think the story is better and the villain is very strong . this would be the ideal end to the franchise , since it goes out on a high note . but time will tell . the last three or four " Bond " films ( excluding the last one ) were much more unrealistic . i highly recommend Mi : III . an easy
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472,993 | 11,423,174 | 251,736 | 8 |
bury me in a nameless grave
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this may be a horror movie , but it's not a run of the mill horror movie . for one thing , it's actually clever and creative . it's also a very dark comedy . the villains in this movie aren't your typical villains . they're quite memorable , with very good characterizations . the acting is very good , but Sheri Moon ( eventually Sherri Moon Zombie ) stands out with a brilliant performance . there are some really tense moments here , thanks to some good direction and timing . the look of the film is also great . it takes place in the 70's and some scenes are grainy and gritty reflecting many movies made at the time . the soundtrack is killer , with some boffo haunting tracks , and the score is also terrific . the music is 70's era sound , like the movie Planet Terror , one half of the Grindhouse feature . House of 100 corpses is Rob Zombie's first feature film as writer and director . the only other Rob Zombie movie i have seen is The recent Halloween remake , which i liked . i was more impressed with House of 1000 copses though . for me , House of 1000 Copses is a well deserved
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473,121 | 11,423,174 | 100,031 | 8 |
great movie . loaded with suspense and authentic performances
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i was pleasantly surprised by this movie . i thought it was terrific . it's got loads of suspense and tension . i also liked the atmosphere over the movie overall . it's well acted . i found the interaction between the mother and her teenage daughter to be very authentic . the movie is not boring at all . in fact , it movies along at a very nice clip . there is one great ironic scene , which i thought was brilliant . it may not have been original , but it works in this case , regardless . the general premise isn't wholly original , but i like what they did with the material . to me , this movie is quite above average for the suspense / thriller genre . i caught this movie on cable , so it didn't cost me anything ( other than my monthly cable bill , of course ) . i think it's well worth the two hours or so spent watching . for me , Lisa , AKA The Candle Light Killer is an
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472,798 | 11,423,174 | 80,999 | 8 |
worth watching for the the bad acting and its unintentional comedic value
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i liked this movie , mainly just because of its entertainment value . there are some pretty funny moments , most of them unintentional , i imagine . it is also not very politically correct compared to most of todays movies . if you go into this movie expecting good acting , i think you will be disappointed . but , the movie does have some pretty good martial arts fighting scenes , though at times they are ridiculously absurd and unrealistic . i did like the different fighting styles shown in the movie . the sound effects are horrible , yet are great for their comedic value . the movie is very low budget and the plot is almost non existent . but for action and comedy , you can't go wrong with this movie . it is a classic and very hard to find , but if you come across it , you will likely be very amused , at the least . based on the fight scenes and the comedic value , i give " Kill or be Killed "
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473,859 | 11,423,174 | 289,765 | 8 |
way above average thriller
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i liked " red dragon " a lot . it was was well written and well directed . the acting was very good , in particular harvey keitel , in a small role . the action scenes were well done and the characters were sympathetic , so you felt their pain and anguish . the dramatic scenes were done to great effect , not simply filler , but actually serving a purpose . there was also plenty of suspense , excellent in this case , since the movie take place before the events in " the silence of the lambs " do . even though you know the story , the director still manages to keep you on edge and keep you interested in the story . i found the dialogue refreshing , not clichéd and awkward , as is the case quite often . i bought " red dragon and have watched it more than once , enjoying it each time . if this is your type of genre , you will like this movie
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473,070 | 11,423,174 | 371,739 | 8 |
well worth watching for some good acting and chilling moments
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this little movie was released in 2005 , and it is actually pretty good . there are some tense and chilling moments and some decent acting on the whole . i really like Robin Tunney as an actress . i think she is very talented , but she seemed a bit too weepy for my taste , in this movie . the movie is based on the the Zodiac murders of the late 60's . i'm sure the filmmakers took a bit of dramatic license for effect , but from what iv'e read of the case , i think most of the relevant info remained intact . the movie is very dramatic at times , although not boring . in fact , in my opinion , the movie is much more story and character driven than many similar movie in thew genre . we get some insight into a few of the characters , though not a lot . nevertheless , the movie is very engaging and compelling . to me , the most disturbing moments are hearing the Zodiac as he taunts the police . these scenes really sent shivers down my spine . . all in all , this movie is quite good . i haven't seen the newest version directed by David Fincher , so i can't compare the two . for me the 2005 release of " The Zodiac " is a strong
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472,548 | 11,423,174 | 165,982 | 8 |
rollicking fun on the high seas
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i really enjoyed this animated feature . it has something for everyone . there's lots of action and adventure and danger on the high seas . there is also plenty of suspense . i also thought the movie was very witty at times , with some great dialogue . if you're a romance buff , there's some of that too . i thought the animation was spectacular , mixing regular animation with a bit of 3D . the look of the film is fantastic . the voice work is terrific . each voice fit the character perfectly . also the movie is quite fast paced , and never really loses any momentum . i'm not sure what the rating is , but i would give it a PG rating as it gets a bit intense . anyway , all in all , a very fun movie . i give Sinbad : Legend of the Seven Seas a strong
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473,745 | 11,423,174 | 164,052 | 8 |
Resarcher tests invisibility serum on self , becomes psychotic
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Hollow Man is about a group of scientists working on an invisibility serum for the military . naturally this research is top secret , with only the military and the researchers knowing about it . the group is led by Sebastien Caine ( Kevin Bacon ) a brilliant if arrogant human being . also part of the team are Linda McKay ( Elisabeth Shue ) ( who also happens to be Sebastiens's ex-girlfriend ) , Matthew Kensington ( josh Brolin ) Linda's current boyfriend , and Sarah Kennedy , ( Kim Dickens ) the resident veterinarian who does her best to make sure that the animals which the serum is being tested on do not come to harm . the serum has been unsuccessful to this point , resulting in the animals dieing horrible deaths . and of course Sebastien is jealous of the relationship between Linda and Matthew . finally , Sebastion becomes impatient and decides to become the guinea pig for the serum . the serum works sort of , but the invisibility does not wear off . Sebastien begins to lose his grip on reality ( due to the effects of the serum ) and becomes psychotic while developing a messianic complex when he realizes he can get away with anything , since no one can see him . suffice to say his dark side emerges and the rest of the team must try to keep him locked in the lab , and also avoid being killed or injured by Sebastion . you can guess what happens next . there are some gory scenes , and if you're an animal lover , you might want prepare yourself .
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472,875 | 11,423,174 | 274,204 | 8 |
a very well done Joanne Kilbourn murder mystery
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this is a Joanne Kilbourn mystery , of the continuing series of movies with Joanne Kilbourn ( Wendy Crewson ) as the main character . Basically , Joanne is a retired police officer , who finds herself knee deep in one mystery after another , involving murder . Technically , she aids the police in the investigation , although she does most of the work , and ends up solving the crime herself ( with the help of the police ) . the police , at least in this movie , are represented mainly by Inpector Philip Millard , Joanne's old partner , played by Victor Garber . both Crewson and Garber are first rate actors , and work very well together . both are very credible in their respective roles , and add an extra air of legitimacy to the project . the rest of the cast is also strong . This movie is very suspenseful , has a lot of action , and some pretty violent and graphic ( for a TV movie ) scenes . the production value feels much higher than it probably is , a rare treat for a TV movie . there is certainly no " movie of the week " feel to this one . I really enjoyed it . i only wish we had more actors the calibre of Crewson and Garber in more movies . ( Garber can be seen in the thrilling spy series " Alias " , with Jeniffer Garner , and Crewson has been in some high profile American movies ) both are underused and underrated in the film industry . Any way , enough prattling on . this movie gets a strong
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473,807 | 11,423,174 | 309,152 | 8 |
true crime buffs will like it
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this documentary type series features 52 minute episodes of crimes committed in the past ( usually one crime per episode ) in which the FBI and local law enforcement cooperate to solve crimes . parts of the crimes are reenacted with actors . throughout the episode a narrator describes the events . real people who were involved in the original investigation are also interviewed in present day and recount their experience with the particular incident . the series is gripping and fast paced , but can be very morbid , as sometimes the particulars of the crimes are fairly well detailed . there isn't always a happy ending , either . if you're a true crime buff and you haven't seen this show i encourage you to check it out . in North America , The 1st season is out on DVD , and the 2nd and 3rd have been announced for release . my vote for The F : B : I : Files is a strong
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473,691 | 11,423,174 | 97,576 | 9 |
return to action
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this third movie in the Indiana Jones series is much liter in tone than the second one , The Temple 0f Doom . there is also more action , a lot more . and there are also number of comic moments , courtesy of the banter between Indiana ( Harrison Ford ) and his Father , Henry ( Sean Connery ) the two have great general and comedic chemistry and both have some good lines . this movie is clever and witty . Connery is a nice addition to the series . i think it's as good , or near as good as Raiders of the Lost Ark , the first one in the series . i liked how the movie ended on a high note . this would have been a fitting end to the series , if they hadn't made a fourth installment , which i have yet to see . as for The Last Crusade , i think it rates a
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472,881 | 11,423,174 | 52,602 | 9 |
a very clever whodunit ( )
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i fo8und this to be a clever little murder mystery . i didn't find it scary , but it was very engrossing and well acted . Vincent Price and Agnes Moorehead were excellent , as was the supporting cast liked the setting : an isolated mansion . there was also a great mix of odd character , all whom acted suspicious and any one of them could have been the killer . i liked the fact that i was kept guessing to the end as to the killer's identity . i also thought the movie was very well pace , and never boring . the music was odd , but i did like it . for a black and white movie , this one had a very clear picture and crisp sound . all in all , a very entertaining movie . i highly recommend it .
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