Friday, March 28, 2008

In Bruges

☆☆☆1/2

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Entertaining
Brendan Gleeson brings true depth to his character.
My favorite Colin Ferrell performance to date.

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Some may say that's it too bloody, but this is a film about two hit men.

Vantage Point

☆☆☆

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Well-Crafted
Exciting
Great Chase Scene

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Why are so many of the good movies so violent?

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

The Hammer

☆☆☆1/2

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I laughed out loud.
Great sports story (w/ a little romance).

Who knew Adam Corolla could act?
He is a natural in front of the camera.

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Poor Film Quality
Limited Release

The Bank Job

☆☆☆1/2

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This film creates a high level of tension that is definitely engaging.
The fact that this screenplay is based on a true story makes it even more interesting.

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A few scenes may be too violent for some moviegoers.

Sunday, March 23, 2008

Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who

☆☆1/2

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Some of the best animation I've seen.
Steve Carell and Jim Carrey bring a little extra "fun" to their characters.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

☆☆☆

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Frances McDormand is excellent as Miss Pettigrew.

Once again, Amy Adams is perfect.
She is quickly becoming one of my favorite actresses.

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It ended too quickly. I wanted more of these two characters.

The Other Boleyn Girl

☆☆

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Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson pull it off.
Interesting Story

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Don't know that it can be depended on for historical accuracy.

Mad Money

☆1/2

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It's just fun.

Cloverfield

☆☆1/2

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Exciting Story
Great Pace

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Hand Held Camera (a little distracting)

Keep the monster a mystery!
We saw it much too early in the movie.