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16,101 | [
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16,102 | [
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16,103 | [
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16,104 | [
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16,105 | [
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16,107 | [
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16,108 | [
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16,109 | [
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16,110 | [
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16,111 | [
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16,112 | [
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16,113 | [
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16,114 | [
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16,115 | [
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16,116 | [
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16,117 | [
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16,118 | [
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16,119 | [
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16,120 | [
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16,121 | [
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16,122 | [
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16,123 | [
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16,124 | [
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16,125 | [
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16,126 | [
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16,127 | [
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16,128 | [
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] | 202 | 259 | Too bad somebody did not have the smarts to release this movie to theaters. I had never heard of it when it appeared on cable. After the first shock of realizing this is not like any other movie you have seen since Bringing Up Baby you have to let it sweep you along and run with it. Not until it's over do you realize i... | 1 |
16,129 | [
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16,130 | [
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16,131 | [
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16,132 | [
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16,133 | [
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16,134 | [
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16,135 | [
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16,137 | [
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16,138 | [
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] | 202 | 255 | Hari Om is about an impossible love between a French tourist and the auto-rickshaw driver who agrees to take her to a rendezvous with her indifferent boyfriend. A sort of third-world road movie, that careens from lush reverie to madcap comedy, it is distinguished by the stellar performance of Vijay Raaz, who has become... | 1 |
16,139 | [
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] | 101 | 127 | Between sweeping, extraordinary scenes within a plethora of Indian locations and a plot which is Bollywood inspired yet grounded in reality, this highly moving film is a must-see for those who love a good romance/adventure. And by this, I mean "good", not a Hollywood or Bollywood easy and contrived happy ending. East m... | 1 |
16,140 | [
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16,141 | [
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16,142 | [
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16,143 | [
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16,144 | [
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16,145 | [
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16,147 | [
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16,148 | [
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16,149 | [
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16,150 | [
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16,152 | [
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16,153 | [
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16,155 | [
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16,156 | [
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16,158 | [
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16,162 | [
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16,163 | [
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16,164 | [
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16,165 | [
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16,166 | [
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16,167 | [
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16,168 | [
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16,170 | [
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16,172 | [
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16,173 | [
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16,175 | [
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16,176 | [
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] | 431 | 512 | As is often the case when you attempt to take a 400 plus page book and cram it into a two hour film, a lot is lost. Here director John Madden (Shakespeare in Love) takes on an extremely ambitious project and almost pulls it off. What we get is a charming and emotionally compelling film that seems somehow incomplete.<br... | 1 |
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16,180 | [
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] | 65 | 75 | A beautiful, sensitive film that brings home the futility and cruelty of wars no matter what the so-called reasons. The performance of Cage and Cruz were quite impressive, but it is to the older Greek characters that go the highest praises. Irene Papas is as gorgeous as ever! Though some scenes seems a little long at t... | 1 |
16,182 | [
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] | 181 | 213 | Once again John Madden has given us a magnificent film. A simple but beautiful story located in a real paradise and the music can't be better, Stephen Warbeck delights us once more, and good actings but.........why on earth is Penelope Cruz in this film? I asked myself that same question while watching this movie. Of c... | 1 |
16,183 | [
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] | 298 | 398 | Here's a well-made war story, nicely shot and well-acted. The portraying of the Italian and German occupancy of Greek island Kefalonia is well-done. John Hurt as Pelagia's father and the island doctor is superb, Nicolas Cage does a good job as the Captain from the title, Penelope Cruz does a good job of being beautiful... | 1 |
16,184 | [
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] | 123 | 156 | 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin' is a fantastic film in itself. It is nothing like the book, which may disapoint its ardent followers. Yet, viewed on it's own, the film is a masterpiece. The views are spectacular and the acting isn't too bad either!! Nicolas Cage was brilliant-so different from his usual action hero type c... | 1 |
16,185 | [
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] | 37 | 42 | In my opinion, this film has wonderful lighting and even better photography. Too bad the story is not all that good and Mr. Cage sometimes loses his accent. But two thumbs up for lighting and the DP! | 1 |
16,186 | [
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] | 305 | 396 | Warning: If the Coen Brothers or David Lynch define your taste in film, disregard this review and move on.<br /><br />Yes, I borrowed the "one line summary" from the book about President Ronald Reagan, but, among other virtues, this movie emphasizes the role that character plays in the lives of honorable human beings. ... | 1 |
16,187 | [
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] | 190 | 231 | To say the truth, I went to see this movie only because Nicolas Cage is my favorite actor. Folks may not agree, but he makes equally good performances in bad and good movies. I haven't seen a movie with Penelope Crus before, so I was anxious to see whether she is a good actress. So, here's what I think:<br /><br />The ... | 1 |
16,188 | [
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] | 101 | 120 | Captain Corelli's Mandolin is one of Nicolas Cage's better films. He turns a fine performance as the title character. This is a romance set against the backdrop of a worn torn island. John Hurt's character gives his daughter, played beautifully by Penelope Cruz, some honest advice about love. This movie doesn't have th... | 1 |
16,189 | [
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] | 46 | 57 | I really enjoyed this movie. During the movie, I felt that I wanted Pelagia and Captain Corelli to get together. I heard myself screaming: Come on, kiss her! The movie has a happy ending. Good movie to watch in the evening when you want to chill. | 1 |
16,190 | [
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] | 96 | 112 | Captain Corelli's Mandolin is no Oscar contender but it was pretty good. I have to admit Ms Cruz can really act. She puts on a very good performance. In fact she our does her boyfriend Tom in drama. John Hurt was great as usual. Nicholas Cage seemed to be enjoying himself. I bet he felt he was going back to his roots a... | 1 |
16,191 | [
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] | 153 | 204 | A nice and pleasant movie full of meditteranean sceneries (Cephallonia is a very beautiful greek island) that keeps many of the novel's characteristics. I think that greek sceneries add something special and magical to a movie. One thing i didn't like at all though, is that the main characters, like 'Mandras' and Pelag... | 1 |
16,192 | [
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] | 280 | 368 | Just exactly HOW director John Madden come to settle with Nicolas Cage and Penelope Cruz playing the roles of an Italian Officer and a Greek Villager in an honourable story: "Captain Correli´s Mandolin", just escapes me! Witness: a wobbly, inconsistent accent by Cage amid horrendous over-acting, with Cruz -- more adequ... | 1 |
16,193 | [
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] | 95 | 106 | These critics need to find a new job!!! This movie is based on a TRUE STORY, which has made history. It illustrates beautifully how even in the mist of war and tragedy love can conquer all. The breathtaking Chephallonia of Greece has captured my heart and soul as if I too were there. The Blue eyed Cage & the delightful... | 1 |
16,194 | [
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] | 149 | 178 | This movie gives us some WWII history along with some touching romance, a little fantasy and meaningful emotion - and beautiful scenery. Nicholas Cage never fails us, and here again does a great job. And so do the other principle characters. One key charater, the physician/father played by John Hurd, delivers (to his d... | 1 |
16,195 | [
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] | 67 | 84 | "Capt. Corelli's Mandolin" is an old fashioned Hollywood war romance but with sex and nudity, and supposedly no Americans. The story takes place on a Greek island during WW2. The Italians arrive to take over the island, but with German supervision. There is a romantic triangle made up of a Greek couple and the Italian ... | 1 |
16,196 | [
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] | 101 | 116 | Once you can get over Nic Cage playing an Italian soldier who loves opera and believes in making love, not war, you can get down to enjoying this beautiful-looking film. This could be used as an advert for tourism in the Mediterranean. John Hurt is great and Penelope Cruz isn't bad, as you might expect. Christian Bale'... | 1 |
16,197 | [
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] | 70 | 85 | Forget all those people who tell you it's not as good as the book. So what? This is a film after all. It is a sheer joy to watch, made entirely on location in Cephallonia, gorgeous photography but with dark, disturbing moments as well. The only problem I have is with the obvious miscasting of Nicolas Cage as captain Co... | 1 |
16,198 | [
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] | 43 | 55 | Captain Corelli's Mandolin is a beautiful film with a lovely cast including the wonderful Nicolas Cage, who as always is brilliant in the movie. The music in the film is really nice too. I'd advise anyone to go and see it. Brilliant! 10/10 | 1 |
16,199 | [
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] | 128 | 165 | i did not read the book. nor do i care to. the movie was a beautiful romance, and i think women will enjoy it. no, it was not a "10" film, but it was enjoyable. women, if your man is bored as mine was, then watch it yourself. hurt is wonderful as the philosophic doctor who delivers a thoughtful monologue on "in love" a... | 1 |
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