Inception
Rating: A/5 – This movie was amazing. This is what all directors should aspire to. Occasionally it is nice to be able to sit back and not have to think, but this is more than just a thinking movie; you get totally immersed in the film as if you were dreaming it yourself! Nolan has created a totally unique story so complex and deep that it begs for multiple views. Hans Zimmer does a wonderful job with the score as well. You have to see this in the theater.
Toy Story 3
Rating: A/5 – Great show, probably better than the first two! Read more on the website…
Cool Hand Luke
Rating: A/5 – Why is this movie the theme for our blog? For one, it was one of my favorite movies and “Cool Hand Critics” had a nice ring to it. From there, we were able to introduce other elements of the movie into our reviews (World Shakers, Nights In The Box, etc.). Continue reading to see some of the reasons why it is among my favorite movies.
You’ve Got Mail
Rating: A/4 – At first sight, it might seem that displaying two relationships where neither couple is married but still live together can’t be constructive. Similar to the play The Importance of Being Earnest where marriage is made light of and food is taken seriously, I think this is a commentary on the importance of marriage.
Marx Brothers
Is it a waste of our time if there isn’t some sort of moral lesson to be learned in the films we watch? Or is the lesson simply to take time to enjoy life and make people smile? Harpo’s harp performances, Chico’s piano performances, and Groucho’s intelligent wit are all commendable talents and worthy pursuits.
Somebody Up There Likes Me
Synopsis Rocky Graziano is nothing but trouble for his family and the community, and works his way into several prisons and work camps. His future becomes brighter when he realizes (with the help of a few mentors) that he has good potential to fight professionally and legally. He straightens up his life, gets married, has [...]
The Blind Side
Synopsis A Christian lady (Sandra Bullock) takes in a troubled youth and with the help of her husband (Tim McGraw) and children she instills in the boy courage to finish school and start a new life, full of hope. Entertainment Value – A This was a very well done movie. I went into the theater [...]
Gladiator
Synopsis Maximus, general of the Roman army, declines to serve the new Emperor and ends up a slave/gladiator fighting for his life and for the entertainment of others. When he is brought to Rome and fights before the new Caesar he eventually realizes his power, even as a slave, to turn the people against the [...]
Jeremiah Johnson
I really enjoyed this show. Jeremiah Johnson (Redford) tries to run away from troubles in society (war, corruption, etc.) thinking he can find peace living on his own. He runs into plenty of wild animals, savage Indians, and ravaged settlers, learning different lessons throughout his journey After leaving, Jeremiah soon finds out that there is [...]
Up
Rating: 5 The first 15 mintues or so of the movie really draws you into the happiness the Frederickson’s had in their lives despite the inability to fulfill their dreams of exploring South America. Their hardships are what really drew them close together in their marriage. Throughout the story you see Mr. Frederickson’s continued love [...]