Month: August 2015

Abyss, The – Quickie Review

Wonderfully thrilling, thoroughly intense, emotionally uplifting movie with absolutely dazzling special effects. For my money, this is James Cameron’s best film. And as good as it is, the director’s cut is even more phenomenal. It really fleshes out the story more and adds some stellar visuals of the alien landscape.

5 Faves: Films of Brad Pitt

1. True Romance 2. Moneyball 3. Seven 4. Babel 5. 12 Years A Slave Just Missed The Cut: The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford, Fight Club, Inglourious Basterds, Ocean’s Series, Twelve Monkeys Need To See: The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button, Fury, Thelma & Louise, The Tree Of Life Comedy Hi-Lites: …

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Pet Sematary – Quickie Review

I have not seen this movie since I was much younger, but the thought of it bothers me more now since I have a young son myself. There was some truly eerie scenes in this film and some cringe-inducing events with a scalpel. A rewatch and possible re-rating may be needed.

Quote of the Day – August 20, 2015

“Right now, he’s out there. Watching, waiting. Don’t look; he’ll see you. Don’t move; he’ll hear you. Don’t breathe; you’re dead!”

A Sister Act – A Dozen Summers Review

I was recently contacted by Kenton Hall, the writer/director/co-star of the British film I’m about to discuss, offering me a chance to review his independent project prior to its release. And I replied with a, “Jolly good ol’ chap, I’m gob-smacked, you must be taking a piss, I’d love to.” Actually, I didn’t say any …

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5 Faves: Films of 1992

1. Unforgiven 2. Few Good Men, A 3. Glengarry Glen Ross 4. Midnight Clear, A 5. Player, The Just Missed The Cut: Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Diggstown, Hard Boiled, Reservoir Dogs, Trespass Need To See: Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Malcolm X, Man Bites Dog, Of Mice And Men, Romper Stomper Comedy Hi-Lites: Bob Roberts, A League …

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