"If the only thing keeping a person decent is the expectation of divine reward, then brother that person is a piece of shit" - Detective Rust Cohle (True Detective)
I just love Greer Garson so much. She’s not only beautiful, but there’s something about her that radiates warmth, kindness and sensitivity. (See also Mrs. Miniver.)
Tubi users beware: the subtitles are an absolute mess, mixing up pronouns constantly (among other things). Luckily the story is relatively easy to follow, but prepare to do a little extra "translating."
Quite charming, especially the sequences devoted to the servants. Even the dog gets his own verse in one of the songs! Also nice to see an early example of gender role-reversal, even if it's played for laughs
(and inevitably forced to conform to a traditional "happy" ending)
A delightfully acerbic & incisive satire of the entertainment industry and pop/corporate culture, with oodles of in-jokes and meta mockery. Lots of fun!
Yikes, I was not expecting the "protagonist" to be such a raging racist. The third act is delightfully absurd, especially after an hour straight of softcore porn.
Breathlessly bonkers. Blink and you'll miss half a dozen gags. Both benefits and suffers from a lack of narrative, but its energy and brevity leave no room for boredom. The Lindy Hop dance sequence is jaw-dropping.
Disappointingly dull. I suppose if you find the concept of weddings (and the preparations surrounding them) inherently funny, you might enjoy this one. I barely cracked a smile. When the nightmare sequence is the best part of a comedy, something is wrong.
I appear to be in the minority here, but I felt this was not only interminably (and unnecessarily) long but that it also came across as embarrassingly amateurish at times. I've seen 4 of Cassavetes' films and, while I appreciate why he's considered important and influential, his technique is clearly not my cup of tea. Still, this is the first one I truly disliked. The god-awful, self-indulgent strip show segments were painful to endure (no wonder the dude's business is struggling!), and his approach to "realism" is ill-suited for the crime/thriller genre, rendering the action confusing and the dialog (ironically) unnatural and muffled. I didn't buy any of it and couldn't wait for it to end. Clearly I'm missing something with this one...
Gorgeously shot, with a universally solid cast (Burl Ives' Oscar-winning performance is a standout), but what resonated most deeply with me was the character of Jim McKay; I wanted to cheer after so many of his lines, as they swiftly dismantled my least favorite Western genre tropes pertaining to "manliness," "cowardice," "pride" and "honor." The extended fist fight between Peck and Heston is the perfect example, after which McKay asks, "What did we prove?"
Disappointing, given its status and the talent involved. I have a hunch I'll enjoy the original version much more, as it's far less likely to suffer from the same problems - primarily, that contrived/hollow/manufactured feeling not uncommon in Hollywood films of this era. (Also, were the singing kids really necessary?) The last 15 minutes are great, though.
The 50-minute prologue is undeniably impressive for its scope and visual effects. Such a pity that it's in service to this childish and toxic BS. Am I the only one that found
This reminded me quite a bit of Snowtown, thematically and atmospherically. Both are set in Australia and deal with an intellectually (and morally?) stunted male youth surrounded by friends and family who draw him into a world of crime and malevolence, with tragic results. While Animal Kingdom isn't as brutal or disturbing, the same feeling of inexorable doom pervades throughout. Most importantly, both films are extremely well-made and boast outstanding performances.
Sheesh, what a letdown, especially given its reputation. In more capable hands (and recast with a leading lady who can, you know, act), this would've been a solid modern crime/noir. All the ingredients are there. As it is, Paxton is fine and the police aspect of the story still works, mostly, but any scene involving the criminals...yikes. Cynda Williams almost literally sleepwalks through her role (seriously, was she on horse tranquilizers?), and her and BBT's characters are two of the most intensely stupid and unlikable I've seen in quite awhile (which begs the question - why the hell would Pluto, who is stated to have an IQ of 150 - want anything to do with these bums?). I didn't buy any of it. There was a lot more than one false move made here, as far as I'm concerned.
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Movie comment on The Ten Commandments
MrE2Me
"If the only thing keeping a person decent is the expectation of divine reward, then brother that person is a piece of shit" - Detective Rust Cohle (True Detective)(I still prefer George Carlin's version.)
Movie comment on Random Harvest
MrE2Me
I just love Greer Garson so much. She’s not only beautiful, but there’s something about her that radiates warmth, kindness and sensitivity. (See also Mrs. Miniver.)Movie comment on Amanti d'oltretomba
MrE2Me
Tubi users beware: the subtitles are an absolute mess, mixing up pronouns constantly (among other things). Luckily the story is relatively easy to follow, but prepare to do a little extra "translating."Movie comment on The Love Parade
MrE2Me
Quite charming, especially the sequences devoted to the servants. Even the dog gets his own verse in one of the songs! Also nice to see an early example of gender role-reversal, even if it's played for laughsMovie comment on The Outlaw
MrE2Me
Painfully tedious and aggressively stupid. Even Russell's "controversial" involvement can't save this.Movie comment on Footlight Parade
MrE2Me
That "waterfall" number is mesmerizing. Gotta love BB!Movie comment on Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?
MrE2Me
A delightfully acerbic & incisive satire of the entertainment industry and pop/corporate culture, with oodles of in-jokes and meta mockery. Lots of fun!Movie comment on Vixen!
MrE2Me
Yikes, I was not expecting the "protagonist" to be such a raging racist. The third act is delightfully absurd, especially after an hour straight of softcore porn.Movie comment on November
MrE2Me
Now I really want to watch a spin-off movie all about the kratts.Movie comment on Red Sonja
MrE2Me
A 12 year-old kid (Ernie Reyes Jr., in only his second film) manages to outshine everyone else. Not that that's saying much...Movie comment on Hellzapoppin'
MrE2Me
Breathlessly bonkers. Blink and you'll miss half a dozen gags. Both benefits and suffers from a lack of narrative, but its energy and brevity leave no room for boredom. The Lindy Hop dance sequence is jaw-dropping.Movie comment on Father of the Bride
MrE2Me
Disappointingly dull. I suppose if you find the concept of weddings (and the preparations surrounding them) inherently funny, you might enjoy this one. I barely cracked a smile. When the nightmare sequence is the best part of a comedy, something is wrong.Movie comment on The Killing of a Chinese Bookie
MrE2Me
I appear to be in the minority here, but I felt this was not only interminably (and unnecessarily) long but that it also came across as embarrassingly amateurish at times. I've seen 4 of Cassavetes' films and, while I appreciate why he's considered important and influential, his technique is clearly not my cup of tea. Still, this is the first one I truly disliked. The god-awful, self-indulgent strip show segments were painful to endure (no wonder the dude's business is struggling!), and his approach to "realism" is ill-suited for the crime/thriller genre, rendering the action confusing and the dialog (ironically) unnatural and muffled. I didn't buy any of it and couldn't wait for it to end. Clearly I'm missing something with this one...Movie comment on Narayama bushikô
MrE2Me
Even if the kabuki style isn't your thing, this is worth watching for the incredible set design & lighting effects alone. Remarkable!Movie comment on Bacheha-Ye aseman
MrE2Me
Reminiscent of Where is the Friend's House? in the best way. The children are both excellent and adorable.Movie comment on Spiklenci slasti
MrE2Me
Rule 34, Svankmajer style.Movie comment on The October Man
MrE2Me
Not enough Joan Greenwood.Movie comment on The Big Country
MrE2Me
Gorgeously shot, with a universally solid cast (Burl Ives' Oscar-winning performance is a standout), but what resonated most deeply with me was the character of Jim McKay; I wanted to cheer after so many of his lines, as they swiftly dismantled my least favorite Western genre tropes pertaining to "manliness," "cowardice," "pride" and "honor." The extended fist fight between Peck and Heston is the perfect example, after which McKay asks, "What did we prove?"Movie comment on Tabu: A Story of the South Seas
MrE2Me
Murnau's final film is pure cinema; beautiful, symbolic, tragic.Movie comment on An Affair to Remember
MrE2Me
Disappointing, given its status and the talent involved. I have a hunch I'll enjoy the original version much more, as it's far less likely to suffer from the same problems - primarily, that contrived/hollow/manufactured feeling not uncommon in Hollywood films of this era. (Also, were the singing kids really necessary?) The last 15 minutes are great, though.Movie comment on The Ladies Man
MrE2Me
Truly, Jerry Lewis stands shoulder-to-shoulder with other such titans of comedy as Pauly Shore, Carrot Top and Jaleel White.Movie comment on The Ten Commandments
MrE2Me
I prefer George Carlin's version.The 50-minute prologue is undeniably impressive for its scope and visual effects. Such a pity that it's in service to this childish and toxic BS. Am I the only one that found
Movie comment on Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
MrE2Me
The real controversy should be over the parents who named their child Dorcas...Movie comment on Animal Kingdom
MrE2Me
This reminded me quite a bit of Snowtown, thematically and atmospherically. Both are set in Australia and deal with an intellectually (and morally?) stunted male youth surrounded by friends and family who draw him into a world of crime and malevolence, with tragic results. While Animal Kingdom isn't as brutal or disturbing, the same feeling of inexorable doom pervades throughout. Most importantly, both films are extremely well-made and boast outstanding performances.Movie comment on One False Move
MrE2Me
Sheesh, what a letdown, especially given its reputation. In more capable hands (and recast with a leading lady who can, you know, act), this would've been a solid modern crime/noir. All the ingredients are there. As it is, Paxton is fine and the police aspect of the story still works, mostly, but any scene involving the criminals...yikes. Cynda Williams almost literally sleepwalks through her role (seriously, was she on horse tranquilizers?), and her and BBT's characters are two of the most intensely stupid and unlikable I've seen in quite awhile (which begs the question - why the hell would Pluto, who is stated to have an IQ of 150 - want anything to do with these bums?). I didn't buy any of it. There was a lot more than one false move made here, as far as I'm concerned.Showing items 2701 – 2725 of 2902