Month: November 2015

Scream 2 – Quickie Review

Years have past and the killing has started again. The gore level is increased, but the story and plot have taken a step back. The ending seems pretty contrived and one of the revealed killers is grossly miscast. It’s not nearly as good as the original, but it’s not terrible.

Now You See Me – Quickie Review

A group of touring illusionists are using their performances to pull off heists and then they reward their audiences with the loot. I’ve always been a sucker for a good heist movie and then when you throw in a magic twist, I’m hooked. Very entertaining, but implausible, comedic thriller. Likable cast and it keeps you guessing all …

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5 Faves: Films of 1987

1. Good Morning, Vietnam 2. Full Metal Jacket 3. Untouchables, The 4. Near Dark 5. Robocop Just Missed The Cut: Empire Of The Sun, House Of Games, Lethal Weapon, The Princess Bride, Wings Of Desire Need To See: Broadcast News, Cry Freedom, My Life As A Dog, The Stepfather, Wall Street Comedy Hi-Lites: Innerspace, Planes, …

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Blair Witch Project, The – Quickie Review

Not the first found footage movie, but it certainly helped launch the phenomenon. I first saw this at an advanced screening, and the crowd was really into it. Tense, scary, low-key. The theatre helped continue to fuel the fear fire by placing rock piles and branch clusters in the lobby and along the sidewalk outside …

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12 Angry Men (1957) – Quickie Review

An absolute master class of acting. Every juror is perfectly cast and perfectly performed. Even though I already know the outcome, I’m still riveted by every new twist in the case as one by one each jury member changes their vote. It all builds to the thrilling climax. I love this movie. So f’ing good.