Hollywoodland is good if a bit dark

Ottobre 10, 2006    ·    < 1 min read

I was pleasantly surprised if a bit shocked to see that Ben Affleck can actually act, showing sensitivity and vulnerability instead of being the invulnerable action pretty boy he usually … Continue reading “”

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The Illusionist is great

Ottobre 10, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

I might be on the way to earning the reputation as the nicest amateur movie critic in the world – not a single negative review – but you need to … Continue reading “”

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Paris, je t’aime is amazing!

Settembre 19, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

This movie consists of a collection of 16 short films about life, love and love of Paris in Paris. It is well done and touching because it feels so real. … Continue reading “”

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Red Doors is delightful

Settembre 8, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

Red Doors is a dark comedy about a dysfunctional Chinese-American family coming of age in New York. The film has been described as American Beauty meets Joy Luck Club. The … Continue reading “”

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Miami Vice is dark, fast paced and fun

Agosto 30, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

I am usually not a fan of Colin Farrell, but I actually like him in this movie. The movie and gun battle never reach the heights of Heat, but is … Continue reading “”

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Scoop is enjoyable light summer fare

Agosto 29, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

After the masterful Match Point, I was intrigued to see what Woody Allen would do for his next movie. I was slightly disappointed, but Scoop is nonetheless enjoyable light summer … Continue reading “”

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I am almost ashamed to admit it, but I liked My Super Ex Girlfriend

Agosto 29, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

I suppose it’s all a question of expectations. I was overworked and needed a bit of respite so I went to see the movie expecting it to be completely ridiculous … Continue reading “”

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The Devil Wears Prada is delightful

Luglio 3, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

The movie is a lot of fun, light hearted and entertaining – just as expected. Meryl Streep is as amazing as usual. Very enjoyable summer fare!

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The world needs Superman!

Giugno 28, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

In this post-modern globalized world where everything seems to be in shades of grey, it’s easy to wonder whether Superman – and his invulnerability, perfection and undeterred optimism – still … Continue reading “”

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Russian Dolls (Les Poupées Russes) is great, light hearted fun!

Giugno 2, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

This is the rare sequel that much surpasses the original. L’Auberge Espanole was ok, but confusing and not that much fun. Russian Dolls’ exploration of life and love for the … Continue reading “”

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X-Men III is entertaining but ultimately disappointing

Giugno 2, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

Ah, the problem of high expectations… I may have liked the Da Vinci code more than it deserved to be as I had low expectations in light of all the … Continue reading “”

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The Da Vinci Code is entertaining despite all the negative reviews

Giugno 2, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

Yes the pace is a bit slow at the beginning, yes Audrey Tautou and Tom Hanks are terribly miscast (I would much have preferred Clive Owen, Matthew Fox – the … Continue reading “”

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Mission Impossible III is tons of fun

Maggio 6, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

It’s fast paced and tense. Philip Seymor Hoffman makes a surprisingly effective villain and, whatever you may think of him, Tom Cruise is the perfect actor for the part. The … Continue reading “”

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Match Point is riveting

Maggio 6, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

This most un-Woody Allenesque of Woody Allen movie is gripping. I was at the edge of my seat the entire second half of the movie wondering what was going to … Continue reading “”

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Thank You for Smoking is great!

Aprile 27, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

I have been waiting for a long time for such a politically incorrect movie. I laughed out loud the entire movie! Great dialogues and tons of fun – go see … Continue reading “”

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Inside Man is slick!

Aprile 27, 2006    ·  < 1 minute

The premise did not seem that appealing and the previews were not very good, but it’s actually a great movie. It’s well written, fast paced, well acted and tons of … Continue reading “”

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