Avatar: I don't really know what to make of this one. Some aspects of the film I really enjoyed. That said, I have had my fill of sanctamonious story telling. The film pushed boundries in many ways but, for me, aspects of the film were almost retarded to the point of naivety. Do we really need to be told by mulit millionaire film makers the route of all evil is a corporate world and the only nobility to be found in life is via primative cultures? Save the planet, protect historical cultures, work a 50+ hour week, bring up a family and feel guilty about every luxury you ever have. I'm off home in my jet now, I might make another $300 movie in a few years telling you how cruel you all are.

OK, rant over. I enjoyed the film, I thought the acting was a bit hit and miss at times, but I thought the landscapes were beautiful. Regret not seeing it at the cinema, but I still thought it flowed nicely and looked great. Some quality action too.

Insanitarium

I enjoyed it.

Rose Red
Despite the fact that it is four hours and ten minutes, I really enjoyed it. Now I know its a miniseries, but with the DVD set it is presented more as a movie, so its kind of how I take it.

Manhunter

Sam

Texas Chainsaw Massacre (original)
Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning
Nightmare on Elm Street

The Daisy Chain (2008)

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A decently made Brit evil child film.

>>: B-


Das weisse Band aka The White Ribbon (2009)

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I'm not sure how many of us here have already seen this Michael Haneke's latest film (it was nominated in last Oscar as the Best Foreign Language film & Best Achievement in Cinematography category), the reason I'm saying it cause it won't be fair to give some comments or a review until a good number of dedicated film lovers here seen this Magnificent film. I don't like to spoil a bit of fun for you by discussing any thing regarding this masterpiece.
I'd rather suggest you to go & watch it asap without having any kind of idea about the story or expectations like the way I have just seen it last night & it just blew me away! One of the few best of best films that I have came across in recent years.

But I can't control myself to give away a little spoiler...this will give you the tastes of every great genre in high quality.

Highly recommended to Fortunato, _V_, NE, Doc, Chrono, Psycho_D &.....everyone!

>>: A+

Insanitorium.


A silly piece of twaddle. Not worth the time.

The Counterfeiters (2007). This period flick was a splendid take on moral ambiguity and how far one should go to save one's skin. The occasional brutality in this film is naked and alarmingly sterile. The acting was sublime, with the two protagonists playing against each other perfectly. The direction and camera work were remarkable as well. This is simply a must see for any fan of great foreign cinema. Ashe.
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The Road: I loved the book and I hate to say the typical line about movies made from books, but the book was far better. If I hadn't read the book first I would probably love the movie. I just found the book's atmosphere to be far more intense and brooding. Very well done movie, but it just didn't quite live up to the "movie" I saw in my head while reading the book.

"Funny people" 6/10

Felt very long and the title was as ironic as "Funny games".

The last joke, just before the credits started to roll, had me laughing tho.

THE Stepfather {remake}
 

i kinda liked it . it wasent bad for a remake. But nothing new here, same plotline. you cant beat the oringinal. i do recommened it

Yeah, thought this was pretty darn good myself. And certainly a fair departure for Haneke in terms of style and execution.

I figured that would be the case, I was thinking as I watched it would've worked better as a book. I should definitely read it sometime. I loved The Road and if the book has better atmosphere I'm definitely down with checking it out.

Man I thought that flick was dull and uninspired. It felt like a made for TV movie. The main character's intensity was so watered down compared to the original. I wouldn't go around recommending it personally.

HP Lovecraft's "Necronomicon"- I don't suggest it. The first story was great, second story was a nice try and the third story was (at least how I took it) and pathetic attempt at an anti-abortion commercial with really bad cheesy gore and horrible acting. I also really didnt like the little library segments in between, they were unnecessairy.

Defendor (2009)

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Ditto.

I have bought the dvd months ago but almost forget about it as it was in my big box of unseen dvds & that box is a mess. Thanks a lot to you bud as you mentioned & recommended it yesterday & thus I gave it a watch last night.

A beautiful heartwarming tale of a real life superhero! Undoubtedly one of the year's best.

>>: A


Who Saw Her Die? (1972)

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>>: B-

Black Snake Moan (2006). The concept here could range from perverse to absurd, but instead this film is a solid entry. The oil water mix of Southern religion and sexuality are beautifully forced to come to terms with each other, and neither end up overcoming the other. Not a fan of explicit religiosity, this wonderful flick honestly demonstrates the ubiquitous Christianity of the region without alienating those less likely to kneel in devout prostration. The story itself was unique if not a little controversial. The acting by Samual Jackson and Christina Ricci was impeccable. The direction and camera work was flawless. Overall this was a splendid movie whose overall hints at the capacity for unsung heroes to help those in need. Merci beaucoup.
derek

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A pretty solid sequel. Don't miss this.

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Shutter Island. Slow to start, but drew in. Absolutely brilliant if slightly mentally exhausting to watch.
Imaginarium of Dr Parnassus. A wonderful fantasy take on Faust.

Both reccommended.:cool:

pelts
pro-life
night of the comet

Blade - Why did I even bother? The special effects were rather funny though.
Boondock Saints - Ooh, tough to say what I think of the film. It was rather confusing; I was ticked off by the awkward camera cuts. But it was pretty badass, I guess. And wow, Willem Dafoe sure surprised me with his great "performances".
My Cousin Vinny - Pretty good. It had great performances, excellent jokes and a stable plot.
Twilight - ...Please, not right now. I am still in pain from watching it.

Them/Ils

Finaly after so much anticipation, perhaps to much on my part after so many attempts to get my hands on a copy. It was a well made suspense movie, but the ending lets it down, it is a bit abrupt.

7/10


Day of the Triffids

Another one with not such a great ending, pretty good cheese value though.

5/10


Island of Death

Hmm, that poor goat. This was a rather brutal flick with no morals what so ever, well worth checking out if you are into genre flicks.

8/10

Fuck I still haven't got round to checking this out. Where did you pick up your copy?

Taxidermia (2006). Existing somewhere between wonderful art-house and disgustingly demented brilliance, this offering from director Gyorgy Palfi was mere genius. Not for everyone, those with steel stomachs might come to love this wicked little tale which spans three generations, an adaptation to three pieces of popular Hungarian literature. The acting was more than solid. The camera work was splendid, and the direction was phenomenal. The vision of this work defies the imagination, with more than memorable images. How some of the more disgusting scenes came to be almost tolerable defies reality. Overall a wonderful time indeed for connoisseur of disturbing cinema. Merci beaucoup.
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Iron Man 2 (2010)

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>>: B+


You Don't Know Jack (2010)

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Perhaps due to my lack of knowledge & interests but pardon me that I have never heard of this 'Dr. Death' before. But HBO brings him on screen played by one of the greatest icons of modern cinema-Al Pacino & with him there's a powerful group of strong supporting cast. So as a film & after my brief browsing about the controversial story of Dr. Jack Kevorkian & his 'Death Machine & Mercy Machine', I think Barry Levinson (Rain Man) did an excellent work in portraying it on celluloid under a nonjudgmental point of view...specially when the subject matter is so delicate, sophisticated or whatever you say. The film nicely points out & recognizes several issues with care & made me think about the perception of terminal illness, death's insight in social, legal & religious views & the service that Dr. Kevorkian came with...a manner for people suffering incurable disease and those pleading to die with dignity to have a choice as to whether they by law must linger in misery or be given the opportunity to have a doctor assisted suicide. Whether it's right or wrong...the movie doesn't tell actually, nor should it....you decide.

A brilliant film from HBO & for the TV audience but I think it should get a theatrical wide release also. A very compelling docudrama where the story draws you in & you'll find all the characters are well developed in all the right areas & get the chance to see again a perfect combo of a character, star & performance from Pacino.

>>: A

Legend of Hell House
A Blade in the Dark

"Kick-ass" 9/10

Nuff said..





"Sherlock Holmes" 7/10

Without Robert Downey Jr. this movie would've been quite forgettable.

I just rented it from a new video store I signed up with called "The Movie Reel" in Melbourne, pretty awesome store actually, very small but has shitloads of awesome stuff.

Twice I bought copies on ebay but both times they would not post it to Australia...:mad:

LEGION

Meh...a bit boring...pacing could have been much better

I watched this myself a few days back on TV. Totally bizarre and off the wall, but really was a great little film. I thought it was quality, even if a little hard to watch at times.

The Untold Story
very...interesting movie

Interesting is one way of describing it

The Wages of Fear (1953). This classic French thriller by Clouzot was an unexpected gem. With a superbly slow beginning, we get a chance to feel the disparity that our protagonists are stuck in. Our unsung heroes are not without their flaws, but their humanity comes to fruition when the chips are down. Even the most villainous of the characters reveals his heart unexpectedly, and realistically. This is a man's world, and our heroine takes the brunt of the machismo in this grimy flick. The story was wonderful, and the slow beginning only added to the tension of the main story. The acting was plain and simple, and perfectly so. The direction caught the desperation and dirtiness of the town and allowed the viewer to almost feel it. The tension was nailed as well, at times being a knuckle-biter. The camera work was simple yet effective as well. Simply a wonderful effort by an incredible director. Ashe.
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Just watched this documentry about mercenaries and the private military company industry- its well made and put together - some interesting stuff about Executive Outcomes and also the atempted coup in Equatorial Guinea..

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Excellent film about a British fighter squadron during WWI (led by Malcom McDowell).

Borderland

Some nasty scenes in it.( hacking to death scenes).Good film though :p

the human centipede (first sequence)

Watched this last night.

I was expecting it to be more gory and disgusting considering the storyline. Quite a twisted concept and an enjoyable film that I dug a bunch. I guessing this will be quite the cult hit if it manages to get a wide release.

Day Night Day Night

Character portrait of a 19 year old woman who volunteers to be a suicide bomber. I liked it very much, but it's not for everyone. Very slow pacing, no action at all. The delight is in the details and watching this person's unfolding story of 48 intense hours in her life.

US Marshalls
The Vanishing