Flashpoint AKA Dou fo sin (2007). In a breath, this flick was worth it for the Donnie Yen fight scenes alone. The story was fine, but nothing really fresh here. The acting and direction were competent. The camera work was pretty awesome on its own accord. After the initial bruising, this flick makes the action fan wait for it. But the patient fan is rewarded as the end fight scene is nothing if not phenomenal. Ashe.
d

the good the bad the weird

Samaritan Girl AKA Samaria (2004). Once again, Ki-duk Kim has gone and constructed a magnificent piece of work. This one threatened to be insipid, but low and behold he pulls ahead at the first turn. This is a story that revolves around child prostitution, but that is not the main focus. Instead, it is a story of friendship and love, consequences and redemption. The story was powerful, the direction perfect. The cinematography sprinkles in the occasional inspirational expanse characteristic of Kim. The score was touching, and the symbolism effective. All and all another solid entry from what is probably my fav director. Ashe.
derek

good to hear, which others have you yet to see?





death note 2: the last name
death note: l change the world

Tom yum goong (2005)

>>: B+

The Hidden Fortress (1958). Not your typical Akiro Kurosawa flick, this wonderful entry is no slouch. One departure from usual was his use of comic relief of our two peasant characters. Told through their eyes, these crazy peasants are forced to become heroes, not because of any inherent attributes that they may engender, but instead due to their penchant to get themselves into trouble. Of course our true hero is the inimitable Toshiro Mifune. His presence more than anything else announces his cyclopean capacity as a hero warrior, though i doubt that he could even cook for himself. The heroine is not some feeble woman but is a strong silent type whose few words match her intense character and importance. The acting, direction, and cinematography are all strong, and this great film by Kurosawa is another demonstration of how film can be brought to life. Ashe.
derek

You just insulted Tony Jaa, Thailand and a little bit of Australia with that rating. HEATHEN!!!

Muhahahaha!

what do you expect? A- or A...naah! This modern Haathi Mere Sathi with great That martial arts is good enough for a B+, which is actually a pretty good grade though;)

You OBVIOUSLY don't care for martial arts flicks and over-the-top stunts.. :mad:

Yes, stunts were over-the-top indeed and obviously I care...that's why I gave it B+. Again...it's actually a pretty good grade, buddy; better than "B" & very close to "A-".:)