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402,981 | 453,228 | 476,964 | 7 | A female version of Death Wish ! | A female version of Death Wish ! Many Greek plays were about a woman scorned from the death of a loved one . The Brave One interrogates the Greek tragedy well . Like Bronson in Death Wish , Foster deals with the death of her significant other . Pain , outrage , and emptiness creates the beast of revenge . Foster's hole cannot be filled . Foster's character has disgust for the parasites of society . Unlike Death Wish , Foster's character obtains closure with the antagonists ' deaths . . I liked death sentence a little better . My wife believes the movie is geared for a more female audience , while death sentence is more male audience oriented . Death Sentence is more of a tribute to Taxi driver . A retro theme of the 70's movie , similar to Grind House . |
402,613 | 453,228 | 317,919 | 7 | The movies improve over time | The Mission Impossible movies improve over time . If one watches the first compared to the others one can notice the gradual improvement in the film series . MI3 did not work in two ways . The ending with the two bosses who was the real traitor , I was confused with the video replay , the movie never explains the plot twist . Too many different , characters , I found slows down the film's development . MI3 works in 3 others ways . The character of Ethan Hunt develops more and the viewer finds out that Hunt is a loyal , compassionate man who never quits . The fast pace is a credit for the director who generates the film's intensity . The stunts were better and more entertaining if one watches the other to MIs . A decent summer flick . A rebound for Cruise after War of the Worlds . Definitely rent . |
403,170 | 453,228 | 987,713 | 7 | One of the weaker episodes | One of the weaker episodes . Why ? For being a great show and all the plot build up the writers of Supernatural had a hard task at hand . No one can blame the writers for the story climax of season two being such a let down . The town , the special kids duel and Sam's mother knowing the demon where all cheesy . The story would have made a great regular episode , but the writers had hard time trying too match the brilliance of the season one's final episode . I was not surprised if the writers are tring to add new ideas for the season 3 story lines . . I feel like there is a need for more . Maybe I need to watch this episode a second time , or wait to see if season 3 will make sense out to the season 2's story climax . |
402,781 | 453,228 | 335,438 | 7 | Owen Wilson and Ben Stiller are great together | This film did not have the most funniest story , but Owen Wilson and Ben Stiller are great together . There are some very funny scenes like the coffee scene . The clothes were real tacky , I guess they wanted to get the 70's feeling back . The hairdos ( afros ) were just awful . Vince Vaughn plays a creep again . This seems to be the only role he succeeds in . It is worth renting for a laugh . I am glad they brought back the car . The electronic equipment was so huge , I really wonder if it was that big in the 70's . Technology sure has come along way . I can't wait to see the next Owen and Stiller film . They seem to have a chemistry together . When they are apart , their films seem to lack for something . |
402,803 | 453,228 | 362,227 | 7 | Not great but good | I did not mind this movie . It could have been very dry , considering how long one could make a movie about one place an airport . It had villains namely the immigration officer . Good guys Tom Hanks . A love interest the flight attendant . Even some mystery , the other people who work there . The movie is sappy , but that is it's intention . Directed at a quick pace . The movie has a set goal , Tom Hanks visit to New York . I believe the real life guy was stranded in the Paris airport , when trying to arrive to Holland . My guess is that this is what influenced this movie . I give this movie a . I believe people can adapt to many different environments . Tom Hanks did his usual good acting and made the audience feel for this individual . I could not even imagine being put in this situation . I , personally , think that many people would go crazy . |
402,711 | 453,228 | 253,867 | 7 | A Woman's movie | It is nice to see a movie that is totally woman's humor that is based on the male role . Women can be just as bad as their male counterparts . This movie had a lot of toilet humor . Males will find this movie funny also . I think you had to be a woman through to understand some of the jokes or sayings . Overall , it was a great comedy . |
403,069 | 453,228 | 117,496 | 7 | This movie is better than what I expected | After seeing Cast Away I never would rent this film , believing it was another version of survivor . Wow , I was wrong ! This is one of the classics I never took at school , and I wish I did . Unlike Cast Away , this film has action , mystery , and a fast pace . It shows the difference in people , but we all belong to the same hypocrisy . Throwing stones , while we have sin . In the end , one leaves the movie with a feeling of fate , when good and bad events throw us into our destinies . Please rent this film ; the classics give us a nice break from modern pop culture . I wish more modern day writing could reflect the scope of this story . |
403,371 | 453,228 | 800,289 | 7 | I like Glenn Beck | I like Glenn Beck he calls it as he see it . A consecrative bend on the news which is nice . Glenn Will call out some very stupid things that the government and society does . Glenn was warning about the mortgage and other economic meltdown way before it happen . At least he never rants like Corburt does which make the show a bit more news oriented . To bad CNN lost him , but considering the conservative slant of Fox news I am pretty sure Beck will fit in the line up . I find the show objective , and logical . I may not agree with everything Glenn says , but I found many of the issues Glenn discusses and dissects need to be addressed . for the Glenn Beck show . |
402,620 | 453,228 | 164,052 | 7 | Ok | This movie is entertaining and has an appeal to ones fear of the unknowing . Kevin Bacon plays a bad guy for a change , and Shue is much different form other roles . This film kept me on edge and had a neat concept , what would invisiblity do to ones mind , and if used for evil how scary the unknowing is . I found myself glued to this story , and can see why it has a r rating . |
402,303 | 453,228 | 113,987 | 7 | Surprisingly good ! | When I heard Oliver Stone was involved in this picture , and after watching that anxiety filled Natural Born Killers , I decided to pass on this film . Like Nixon I was having one of my insomnia spells , and started watching it late night . Unable to see this film in it's entirety I rented it with my wife . The film was not a hatched job from the left , but if some of what I saw is true it gave me a better understanding of the man . Of course Stone goes overboard like in Any Given Sunday with weird add ins , and this Cuban slash CIA Kennedy theory . I am happy they left out the deleted scene at the end of the video . What I learned was how hard Nixon's life was , and how it molded his character , with his brothers ' deaths , this man never gave up . He was a true outsider unlike JFK , and they , which they the system the left hated him for it . I agree with the part where Richard's mother tells him happiness is in the next life and strength is in this one . I did not become surprised or upset about his behavior , how does one act behind closed doors with confidence . Men with power have to make hard decisions , and people will die , these jobs can not be for the weak . Bush and Clinton signed many death warrants as governor . Like Clinton's downfall with his enemies both presidents believe in positions , leverage politics , and thought they could weasel out . Great casting especially Paul Sorvino , and James Woods . |
402,785 | 453,228 | 220,506 | 7 | Best of the sequels , not as good as the original | Spoiler ! ! ! This film is surprisingly good . I thought it would be part 8 of an unoriginal series . What works is they updated the story with a dot com theme . Some of the film is stale , and tired . We know who is going to survive , the only difference is instead of the jock being the hero , we got a rapper , street type guy , which is a predictable staple in today's modern horror film . I wish they would have a film where no one is killed or everyone lives . This would be an original or the sleazy woman or the annoying prankster lives . The film is scary , and does not pull any punches ; except which character in what order dies . The film hides what will happen next . This film creates tension , and causes the viewer to jump unxepectedly . This is what a horror film should do , and the second Michael Myers is perfect script writing . Concluding , I like how they bridge the last film , with the present one . Laurie Strodes kills the wrong person . Watch , in Halloween 12 or whatever , they will have the Myers house again after they burned it down in this film , I hate it when they insult the viewer with such inconsistencies . |
403,081 | 453,228 | 105,698 | 7 | This film is short , but good . | This film is short , but good . It has filler in the middle , the sci-fi , and action mixes well . I give it a 7 , the scene with the men on ropes with the dam is incredible . I love the truck and the big plane at the beginning . Rent this one ! It is one of Jean Claude Van damme better films . |
402,645 | 453,228 | 66,636 | 7 | I love detective shows | I love detective shows . One can watch Cannon on TV Land . I never saw a detective show with a fat , out of shape protagonist . The same formulated detective series , of running around asking question , with the usual confrontational climax . The viewer is assaulted with the out of the blue investigation breaks leading to figuring out the case . The usual plot devices of a found phone number , or random run in with character directs the story . The weired musical score sets a strange tone ! A very 70's show because of the music , cloths , social message , and characters . The quality of filming and acting has come a long why from the 70's . Still a interesting show spy cams for Cannon . |
403,000 | 453,228 | 482,572 | 7 | OK to well done . | My wife liked P & G but I just found the movie OK . My wife likes Colin Farrell , Ed Norton , and Jon Voight as actors . I agree the movie has a Strong cast . The guy who played the CO I think was in the movie Miracle as the assistant coach . The story reminds my wife of Serpico is that the right spelling . OK story but I hated the ending . The best scene is Colin Farrell with the Iron . Scary ! The movie is executed correctly . Well acted , directed , and casted . Even the scumbags were authentic . The movie is too dark for my taste , but I guess we live in dark times . We gave this movie a 7 badges out of 10 . My wife gave this movie a . I gave it a . |
402,384 | 453,228 | 482,599 | 7 | I like this movie ! | I like this movie . The photo imaging subplot is great . One notices the grainy quality which foreshadows a oncoming storm . The lighting is always dark , which gave me a feeling of dread which adds to the script . Always signs of sexual tension with the fashion industry characters . The three elements create a perfect storm of a women scorn . All 3 males act as if they have a wild secret . When the storm hits by the vengeful spirit the story theme about what comes around does go around is revealed . I like the surprise ending when obsession never ends and a broken heart begins . Be careful what one does there is always human feelings . A good mystery . A good date night movie . My friend Dax though run of the mill , but I like the story . |
403,182 | 453,228 | 393,735 | 7 | One of Disney's better films . | I was pleasantly surprised with the film , Shaggy Dog . Shaggy Dog was the first feature at the drive-in . I avoided seeing this film in the theater and thought that it was okay to see it at the drive-in as you see 2 movies for the price of 1 . It was better than the second feature actually . The film gives a dog's point of view on life . Tim Allen is silly enough to make the role believable . The chasing of the tail , frisbees and the shaking of the head to remove water was portrayed perfectly . Shaggy Dog kept the viewer interested with what was going to happen next . The film is a family movie that everyone will like . I wondered why they used a sheep dog ? There are many other types that could of been utilized . . Worth seeing ! |
403,080 | 453,228 | 92,675 | 7 | Jean Claude Van Damme's first starring role | If you like Karate , you will love this . I like the fight scenes , and the bad guy in the film is always a bad guy in Karate movies . ( ie Enter The Dragon ) It is a bit sloppy in spots , but considering the budget you can not hit this film too hard . It is a good film to see if your mad or angry at someone . |
402,669 | 453,228 | 486,946 | 7 | Decent comedy | Decent comedy ! Wild Hogs is no ' Caddy Shack ' or ' Ground Hog day ' , but can still hold it's own . The characters are great . John is the Alfa male , while Tim is John's counter balance , and the other two are the goof and geek of the group . A study of group sociology . The wild Hogs group has the mid life crisis theme . The Trip is full of the hit in the groin humor , and ( of course ) getting into trouble with a real biker gain . The movie would have been average , but the A list of actors improves ' Wild Hogs ' . Well direct , where the movie has a great pace , and good music . I like the who made of shirt , nice touch . Worth renting . . John really knows how to act . |
402,515 | 453,228 | 170,691 | 7 | Fresh , and gritty | This movie is done on a low budget . It looks like they used the actual government training center , and many parts were realistic . A few parts of the movie were over the top . This movie is fresh , and gritty ; I like the realism of the film . The hero or anti hero is a nice guy , in wolf's skin . ( I've met people like him ) It shows how cruel the system can be and the merits of playing by your own rules . In the end I like this film . |
402,791 | 453,228 | 120,912 | 7 | Not as good but close to the original | I loved the dog . It is a bit shorter than the first ; so they began it with a little cartoon . I thought the cartoon was funny . I thought we were in the wrong theater . It was similar to the original with some new twists . There was some humor . I was glad they used the worm guys again . The movie showed the character flaws of both characters . They left room for a part III . Overall , it was an entertaining film . |
403,349 | 453,228 | 465,234 | 7 | 6 or | A six or . Not a bad movie . The movie is geared for family entertainment . Well directed and acted . Cage is out to protect his family Honor and the honor of his great granddad . A quick pace , with great stunts and sets IE Mount Rushmore . The presidents desk , and the Queens desks were great scenes . I will not ruin anymore , for the movie involves the president , and book . Worth dinner and a movie . . Edd Harris has a good performance . Harris seems to play the roles of a heavy . Watch this movie in the theartier . Rent the movie instead of buying it . On rental night one needs a big screen to watch this film . |
403,225 | 453,228 | 425,430 | 7 | A good rental | A well crafted script ! The movie leads the viewer in one direction while unfolding the story in another . The viewer is on edge for he or she will not know what will happen next . Their is scary parts in the movie entwined with mystery elements for the rest . Well acted and directed . No gore or sadism like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre . A movie a more mature young adult could watch , but not for kids . I like the idea of North Daktoa for the story . A very under used and rated state . I wonder if the Sunflower got sold to Altona in MB . . Hardcore horror fans will be bored . More middle of the road viewers , like myself , will enjoys ' The Messagers ' . Rent The Messagers ' this weekend . |
402,300 | 453,228 | 302,640 | 7 | Hey , Better than average comedy , which is a hard thing to do | What is funny , that is a matter of opinion , and is harder to make than a action film . A car blows up , and you got and action film , use TJ Hooker as an example . Comedy , a guy slips on a banana and it could either be sad , or funny . Much harder to do ! A friend at the post office wanted me to go to the comedy club on amateur night , I lost my nerve , like the banana one does not know if it is going be sad instead of funny and bomb . Mr S in this movie could have easily bombed , it is hard to the hot chick , for a guy to pull this off shows talent . Adam S had his influence with his over the top style . Either you like this style or not , I find with that comedy , which I love , its material either ages well or dies . Ie OJ type jokes . The fight scene is a classic , but I found the father a little hard to take , but who's parents arn't . In the end , if Political Correctness went its course the world would lose this luaghter , and levity . What a shame , if the I just smelled poo loking face people with grudges decided what is funny , we never would be able poke fun at each other , and laugh with not at each other . This movie is full of stero types that make fun and levity about ourselves , which brings us together . I find people who can laugh at ones self , and bad situation can deal better with life , and I see a bit of this in The Hot Chick . . |
403,344 | 453,228 | 99,817 | 7 | Original | I like original movies and this one is . The villain arrives at earth to creates drugs from humans . Great concept , and this drug dealer has some nasty weapons too boot . Good story line , with a odd couple teaming up to solve the problem . In the end , this movie is crazy enough for a entertaining 2 hour . Mike's pick I give it a 7 ! |
403,242 | 453,228 | 99,810 | 7 | Ok | The more I watch this film the less I like it , but its still entertaining . The acting is excellent , Harrison Ford is a bad Jack Ryan , and this predecessor film is better with his absence . Its a interesting story of a defecting submarine crew attempt to enter the United States . Twists , turns , and a rememberable ending make this film fun to watch . I describe the submarine shot the best I've ever seen . |
402,506 | 453,228 | 335,121 | 7 | Be careful in what you wish for | Spoilers ! This film starts out fine . It gets bogged down in the middle but becomes more interesting with the twist at the end . Robert De Niro plays a great role again . He is such a versatile actor . He has got to one of my favorites . The story was a believable one especially with the cloning issue and what science can do now . There was a theory that memory could be transferred through someone's DNA . For example , a rat that ran through a maze in record time was fed to another rat and that rat learned the maze in half the time . Did it retain the memories from the first rat ? I highly doubt it . The directing was fine , the film was well placed . It was worth renting . |
403,089 | 453,228 | 90,713 | 7 | Ever have and event that you could never out live . | Spoiler This movie is about such a concept . Williams will go to any low in order to replay the football game that haunts his life . Russel plays the ex jock who peaked in high school . Finally the under dog get its shot , and Williams can save face , instead of being the clown . A great reverse tragedy . |
402,944 | 453,228 | 273,517 | 7 | More European than American in feel . | Darkness starts out slow , so slow I was wondering if I made a mistake seeing it . The slowness is a deliberate intension of the director ; in order to show that evil has patience , and is relentless . The probing evil becomes stronger with time . A realistic tactic . In Europe , the film-makers do not spell out the movie's plot , for this would insult the audience . The viewer has to watch closely in a few parts to understand the research of what the characters do . The old antagonist explains evil to be chaotic or illogical ( f up in his own words ) lying , patience , intelligent , but destructive , dark and senseless at the same time . The senselessness in the movie is intensional . Destruction for destruction sake with rage , anger , and fear . When the class bully picks on someone or a bad family member attacks another a lot of time there is no motive or a made up one . Pure evil , straight destructive energy , waiting for a unleashing , using lying , and chaos as weapons . I believe that a lot of people did not like this movie for it is disturbing . Evil is truly disturbing ! The movie leaves the viewer with no hope , and that is what evil tries to do . Educational , I would rather live in the light and warmth of hope . 7 or . Very different from ' I know What you did last Summer " . |
402,461 | 453,228 | 172,495 | 7 | A solid 7 | This is a good movie , not a great movie . Better to see on the big screen , and it is worth the 8 . 50 I paid for . I am a follower of history , and when I entered the movie line for the film I hoped this would not turn into a either or hollywood or politically correct film , in order to have a believable script . It did , the story was a little hollywood , but gave a good description of the brutality , and views of the time . I will not spoil the story , but it is sort of out a Shakespearian play , with revenge being the main motivator in the story line . This give you a good feel for the brutality of the time , and the sort of honor that follows this hypocrisy . A good epic . The budget was big enough to make this a believable epic , and the action is done with perfection . It's nice to see lesser name actors in films these day , because it give you bigger over all budget for the film instead of watching some one get payed 30 million and it hurts the rest of the film . The film wasn't too long either , and that is good considering how long it was . I gave it a 7 maybe , because it didn't grab me , but if I watch it another time I will probably like it more . |
403,266 | 453,228 | 383,139 | 7 | Better than I thought | Spoilers . I believed this would be a left wing hatch job . This wasn't , well the ending notes where a bit too much . Instead , we have a realistic portrayal . Who has the perfect family , or never makes mistake is not a real person . There were a few shots in the movie , but other parts probably happened . The movie showed the human and kind side to Ron , and how Nancy loved him so much . The dark side to Nancy , and the kids , along with the real life human infighting at the white house is real . I bet the Clinton's would be hit a little less hard from some in the media , I like watching hard hitting , more real life shows . This brought some interest too the subject of a great president . PS I bet some of the events which was unbelievable probably happened , while other believable events were dramatized . |
402,475 | 453,228 | 428,803 | 7 | OK if you like this type of stuff | OK if you like this type of stuff . My wife hates the harsh parts of nature . I found the movie keeps the viewer interested . Show how nature goes through struggles for the survival of the breed . I wish they would show where the birds migrated from . Where they from South Africa or Argentina ? I could not tell from the film . The photography and direction is excellent . Naration fits the movie too . The end credits show the birds interacting with the camera crew . I hate the cold portrayal in the film being from Winnipeg . I hate the wind . I just remembered from the film that the other hemispher has winter in June . A . I can see 2 or 3a year of the nature PBS type of films . |
402,411 | 453,228 | 377,092 | 7 | Educational | Being a guy and not seeing a highschool in 15 years this movie was a education . My wife enjoyed it , and I found it educational . This reminded me of a few family squables I gone through . Believe me if guys behaved in this way their would be blood and a fight . This film is full of sterotypes that made me laugh . In my day , now I am sounding old , with Political correctness alot of these gags could not be showing . Nice to see that people can laugh at themselves again , instead of fighting . Good message where burning people doesn't make you a better person , you still have the same faults . Everyone eventually grows up , too bad not at my work place . Maybe , they should show this film at the post office , they could have a remake of this with both men and women in there 30-40-50 and 60 who never out growen this stage in life , and maybe couple of university profs I know of too . Good date movie , the guy and gal will both like it . |
403,113 | 453,228 | 258,000 | 7 | Tense | This movie starts out slow , but it builds tension . This would be a very terrifying situation . I can see why Dwight Yoakam wears a stetson all the time . Is acting going to be his new career ? He plays a real good creep . This movie has a sense of realism . It is worth seeing on the big screen . |
403,088 | 453,228 | 97,165 | 7 | Ok film but to serious | Ok film , but PC before PC started . They blame the death of a crazy student on the teacher . Not very funny film , and depressing to watch . It is a well made film . Would I watch it for entertainment value no . |
402,965 | 453,228 | 59,800 | 7 | She's just dead ! | This is a great film , it ages well , for a 37 year old film ! I like , Connery , and he plays the dirtier of all the Bonds watch the fight , at the beginning . The budget , its huge , when you see Dr No and from Russia with Love , this budget has to be 3 time bigger ! Spoiler ! ! ! The casting great , I love Largo . What a story , ramson for nukes . People crap on this film as long , but it did not drag . I love the underwater fight , and how the boat splits in half . A must see for all Bond fans . |
402,970 | 453,228 | 86,397 | 7 | This film is hilarious | I gave it a 8 , and my wife thought it was a 6 . Then this film must be a 7 . If you have ever been hit by hard luck , one can relate with these characters . Robin Williams , when he was at his funniest , performs this rambling nonsense . Especially when he tells the events of the robbery to his fiancee , does a tv counterpoint ( ie there would be no criminals if there were no victims , unless the criminals robbed other criminals , but I am diluting here ) and acts out a gun battle . Walter Matthau plays the crabby straight guy who tries to fix events . Small role for Jerry Reed , watch the gas station scene ; it's funny . Comedy is so hard to do , it's an art , much easier to make a horror film or action movie , but to get comedy right you have too hit a groove . This film does it ! |
402,687 | 453,228 | 390,022 | 7 | Filmed like a documentary | Friday Night Light's is filmed like a documentary . I personally learned much about American high school football . In Canada , where Canadians only play 3 downs , high school football only has the parents , and some guy walking his dog by the park watching the game . In America , real football culture , with radio shows , ex players wearing their rings , and a crowd of 12000 a game . I believe one player's dad's problem was the dad had nothing else after high school football . The father peaked at 17 ! Billy Bob actually plays a good role . I was surprised the makers added realism , and seriousness of the game showing many hidden aspects like racial politics , violent on field intimidation , and fear of losing . I can not believe the Astro dome was filled for a high school game . Worth seeing on the big screen . |
403,353 | 453,228 | 901,201 | 7 | I did not mind this show | I did not mind this show . The old mayor is better than the new one . Old mayor ( Green ) thinks long term , not reactionary like the new one . I like the bluff about the bridge . Revenwood knew what the losses where and left . Hawkens proves to be useful again . The show bogs down with some of the relationship part , but my wife likes it . We see Urich slowly becoming a leader . Will the town survive the winter ? Will there be disorder ? . Not a bad show . Jericho is slowly getting better . A big budget compared to those wimpy sit-coms . I hope they keep adding to the cast . A few new faces will help the show . Will Ravenwood ever get it ? |
402,522 | 453,228 | 112,384 | 7 | Saw it at the drive in . | The big screen at the drive in did this movie justice . Like Star Wars this movie needs to be seen on the big screen . Tom Hanks does the great guy next door role , except he is an astronaut who is on a moon mission . Bill Paxton , and Kevin Bacon play great supporting roles . The mission has some problems and it takes a great effort to resolve them . Good Ron Howard type of movie , but not a classic . |
402,382 | 453,228 | 926,129 | 7 | Good film go out and see it . | A good film go out and see Prom Night . I like prom night . I notice from my film and literature course the directors style of using faraway shots then moving towards close up shots creates a feel of the macro to the micro for films films environment . The viewer resonates a bond with the lead protagonist with the macro to micro camera work . A believable story of a sick teachers obsession with a student . Not believable 10 years ago , but just tun on to CNN and there is a deranged teacher story on the news everyday . A few cheesy spots in the film , but all horror films need cheese . The cheesy flat characters create the lotion to lubricate the movie . The jerk and lackey cops always become victims in any horror movies to portray the danger of the killer . scares for Prom Night . A good drive in movie , but they closed the drive in this year . Sob Sob ! |
402,304 | 453,228 | 289,043 | 7 | I liked it , and my wife hated it ! | Spoilers . I must give the British credit , for they know how to stretch a budget to its limits . My wife noticed the mansion they used was from the movie ' a bridge too far ' . Anyway she hated this film , found it boring and would give it a 3 . Myself , I found this movie entertaining . Forget about the science fiction premise , this movie is about the human condition and the effects of stress on it . My father says do gooders usually have the best intentions , but think with emotion instead of logic . This is the premise of what causes the end of civilized England , the story at the end gives clues that the island nation contained the virus , and stopped it . I love the thinking in this film especially the cute comment about eradiated food . Working at the post office I see daily how stress , desperation , and stupidity play on the human condition . The part where the survivors find the soldiers ( not special forces but normal people ) and what stress would do is accurate . Bad situations test peoples ' character and brings the worst out . I believe the major had good intentions to begin with , trying to bring women in for his men , but creates a solution more terrible than the problem . Not enough women and TOO MANY MEN . I believe if the hero was not there to fight with them , then the soldiers would of started fighting with each other . Bars try to keep the ratio even , the Antarctic station banned women for fear of love triangles , and when it was lifted they had a murder love triangle afterwards . This film exploits this premise believably . People fighting over the leftovers . In the end , the film shows the virus only takes out our darker emotions of the infected when situations bring us into a rage . I give it . |
402,419 | 453,228 | 79,417 | 7 | Not , not bad at all ! | I remember going to drive inn with my parent and sister . I was in grade 5 , and still a kid , and the drive closed down 4 years later , but the film still lingers in my memory . An adult movie , which a kid finds entertaining . That is a mark of excellence . Hoffman is one of hollywoods better actors , and this film proves it . I like the Billy put down the ice cream scene , and I remember the SCTV version in there film I factory myself . Remember Joe Flairty crying . Please email me if you like the SCTV skit . Not a bad film at all , it is a story about a father , and his son . Touching and intertaining , I love the part where Hoffman talks about Killroy , and how the streets change . Worth a second watch . |
402,525 | 453,228 | 82,340 | 7 | Stupid but my kind of stupid | Well I hated this film the first time I saw it , but the more times I watch this film the more it grows on you . Kurt Russel plays a great action hero . With lines like I thought you where dead , I'm tired maybe I will kill you later are great . It is stupid in spots , and yes very cartoonish like Rambo , but the fast pace , humor , and , mean attitude makes up for the films faults . It's a great film for the guys to watch on a Saturday night . |
402,748 | 453,228 | 96,874 | 7 | Have to watch the films together ! | Have to watch the films together ! I watched some of the second film seperatly from the first . Ouch , not good ! The 3 film is a series similar to the Sopranos . Recently watching the first film , and then catching the second film on TBS the viewer notices many jokes , hidden meanings which were missed when not viewing the movies recently together . The center theme of the script is the time line conitinuum . If broken , the result could be disastrous . 3 parts of the film I notice is that Michael J Fox wears the same clothes , uses the same expressions etc because it is the 1985 Marty . Genetics and history repeats itself is another inside joke in all three films . A polarity with time travel theme . As history repeats itself the same people do the same things , but a little differently . Biff , is the usually unhappy jerk , who is selfish , and believes everyone owes him . If Biff is not happy , then no one is . This movie is a great set up for what will happen in the third . One can watch ones self , but not interfere , and at the same time learn via the third person . In , second viewing I give this film a . I wish we all could watch ourselves in the third person . |
402,747 | 453,228 | 377,062 | 7 | a good boxing day movie to get out of the house . | Being back at University again I find that my writing has lost its feel and I need the practice . Let me know if I still have the feel ? This movie is interesting , and captivates the viewer ! The acting is strong , and the story is believable . I do not know if the physics is correct ? The director keeps the pace fast enough to keep the story from being bogged down . This story could has gone easily astray . The viewer needs to know very little about the character than what is given . When watching one finds out what they need to know when it is important . I remember seeing this film when I was 5 and only remember the ending . Flight of the Phoneix is a neat film ; yeah that is the only word that can describe this film . . If you like you could go to the show . Flight of Phoenix is a definite rental in my book . |
402,712 | 453,228 | 88,170 | 7 | Best Trek in the series | This film is the best in the series . It has 3 good plots melding together . Kirks relationship with Spock , along with Kirks hatred for the Klingons , and mystery of what will happen to on that planet . Christopher Loyd plays the best Klingon in any movie , and Shatner has the TJ Hooker look . Who can ask for more ! One can see why Kirk became a Maverick from this film ! 7 or . |
402,848 | 453,228 | 134,084 | 7 | Good movie | If you enjoy watching the other 2 screams , this one will not disapoint . I enjoyed the last 2 films and find this one up to par . It has new plot twists , and fresh faces , yet keeps the good older tricks that work well . The begaining is very good with Bob Cotton , and I will not ruin it by telling you any more ; a few twists keep you guessing , and we have scarey movie . This is a good Drive inn or date movie , and I would not miss it for the world . |
403,241 | 453,228 | 86,250 | 7 | Ok Miami Vice before Miami Vice | Long films usually bore me , this is an exception . Yes a few parts could be cut out , but the length is there to tell the full story . It has a 80's Miami Vice rock videoish style of music with the story . Al does a great role along with Steve and the strong supporting cast backs ups the lead actors . The intention of the director is to show a violent , gritty , and corrupt film ; this perfectly reflects the drug world and the people who associate with it . The ending is a bit lame , but the film wants a impressionable ending . |
402,738 | 453,228 | 159,101 | 7 | Not bad | Spoilers My wife is sick over my holidays , and I found a movie I though she would like . Keith has found some work , welcome back . The story is not that bad , and picks up in the second half . Alright acted . I personally found the scenes with the Soviet realistic . Most be a lot of memories for the producers of this film . My wife was glued for the second half of this movie . Not a bad film worth renting . I would give this film a . A romance type film , more geared for my wife . The part with the records is the best . My wife thought the one part where the lead character cuts his leg off is unbelievable . The guy would have bled too death . Communism did not look like a lot fun watching this film . |
402,809 | 453,228 | 88,128 | 7 | Very 80's | This movie entered the theatres two years after it was made . The hair styles , clothes , and attitudes were very 80's . Farmer Ted was extremely funny ; I loved how he danced . The actor who played the rich jock did it perfectly . The Chinese student was hilarious . It is nice to see good people actually get things there way . The world is far from this . |
402,703 | 453,228 | 70,680 | 7 | One of Reynolds better one's | I saw this film in Grade 11 , and found Reynolds hard edge well done . He sleeps on a pool table , and fights with a chain . Even Sly would have a hard time topping Reynolds in this one . Reynolds must have grew up tough inorder to put some real life experience into this one . If Burt did Mike Hammer he would have saved his career . |
402,518 | 453,228 | 56,172 | 7 | Long Movie | This is a long movie , in fact this movie is so long when my dad Watched this movie , in 1962 , at the drive-in the sun started to rise . Its a real life story from a book , and I find real life more interesting then fiction . We do not no if Lawrence went mad , or was brilliant . The story is entertaining , and the film ages well . The acting is exceptional , other older films acting appears hackish or cornballish . This film is a bit long , and I watched it over 2 days ; furthermore I thought the war scenes would be bigger , a little disapointed with that . In the end it a good movie and I gave it a 7 . |
403,343 | 453,228 | 99,371 | 7 | Not a bad movie | I like this movie . It has car racing , conflict , romance , and a driven character . This film gets one's heart racing . If you like auto racing , this movie gets across as phoney ; no one bumps into another car at those high speeds . A driver would get killed ! In conclusion , this movie is worth renting ; $3 . 99 well spent . |
402,529 | 453,228 | 160,797 | 7 | right on | Spoiler I did not want to go see this film , for I thought it would be a politically correct film , with someone yelling what about the children . Well I was wrong , instead of a preachy film it was a mystery / courtroom drama story , with believable people . The one part I did not understand was , how could a bunch of marines not see any guns when they where fired on . Otherwise this is a 7 . |
403,382 | 453,228 | 103,924 | 7 | Watch this on TBS and laughed | When I watched the preview I was turned off . While channel surfing I found this on TBS . The film put me into a good mood and I laughed . Russel as Captain Ron is hilarious . Only Russel could pull of this role . I can not explain the humor , but describe it as a Russel comedy . 7 or . |
402,642 | 453,228 | 56,218 | 7 | null | This is a good movie that ages well . One sees the political ideas of its time ( 1962 ) Anti Mc Carthism , and a vice presidential candidate that looks a little like Richard Nixion . Funny then they name called you a communist now its a racist when people disagree . The story stars out strong , like a movie that is written in the present . The film get bogged down in the middle , usually long movies do , but picks up with a strong ending . The nightmares were the strongest part of the film . Worth renting I wish to read the book one day . I wonder if the modern day version could have Bill Cliton in it ? |
402,755 | 453,228 | 181,852 | 7 | Best movie so far this summer ! | Spoilers ! ! The original is a classic that I have seen one too many times , which made Arnold . The second film , left its science fiction roots , and became a special effects film , without much of a story . A lot of films have plot holes , but how could John Conners exist without the first film happening . No bratty kid , social cause and effects ( ie the security guard why don't I kill , the science guy change of mind ) , Linda Hamilton giving a PC social lecture , and effects with no need like the truck scene . T3 had to change from the first 2 , and this makes it a strong film . The over the top action scenes add humor for the film . Arnold acts more like a machine , and becomes a strong secondary character ; smart move for Arnold . It shows he can step back for the good of the film . Arnold's computer behavior is comical ! Most science fiction has philosophy , and this film deals with fatalism . This film answers the question why does John Conner exist . As a result of fate , the second film only delayed the inevitable . One must deal with their fate . Chaos theory with free will creates order to chaos and events unfold . The strongest part of this film is the believability with the science fiction . In 1984 , Sky Net takes over , was science fiction , but with the net , and the grid cyber war , it is possible . This would damage the financial , power , communications system etc . I watched a show about cyber war on the Learning Channel , with what the NSC could do and with Sky net and the virus it is plausible . Add the sci-fi , time travel and anything is possible . The ending is mind blowing with fatalism . 7 or 8 out 10 . |
402,639 | 453,228 | 302,886 | 7 | Same old Same old | This film is the same old same old , with some funny scenes . Thisfilm will not age well , and become forgotten like most of this partytype films . Will Ferial , stands out in this fim , and make it betterthan most colledge movies . A movie rental . I give it a |
403,294 | 453,228 | 231,448 | 7 | I love this film | The Deuces Wild gave me my violence fix . The action scenes with the bats , knives , etc is intense . The story keeps one's attention , and the style is well done . The plot lacks at the ending , I think the mob would track the money down , but I don't want to ruin the ending . Well , any 80's man would love this film . . |
403,108 | 453,228 | 112,573 | 7 | Good epic | This film is a good epic , but not great , as many believe . It is entertaining , and has outstanding acting . The only weak link is the length , which bogs down the film . A good scrip , but they could cut 20 minutes out of this film . Mel Gibson , will be remembered as a great actor . I believe he has yet to perform his best work , and will act in many more successful roles . ( he knows a stinker script when he see it , and his acting gets better with age ) I would rent this film , but hesitate to buy it . |
403,006 | 453,228 | 356,910 | 7 | Funny better that the trailer | Watching the trailer makes one wonder will Mr and Mrs Smith be a good or bad film ? I could not tell ! Well , the movie has a relationship element which my wife enjoys , and a comedy element I enjoyed . Mr and Mrs Smith starts out strong and keeps a solid pace . The music is great and suits the movie . The action and comedy is well directed . Vince Vhaughn is a strong supporting role . Vhaughn can be annoying and funny at the same time , a hard task . Pitt and a few others could pull of the lead role . Pitt was able to act serious , and silly . Jolie is a mystery for the viewer to understand , and Jolie fits the character's actions . A good drive-in movie . Two movies for $7 . 50 is a great deal , and Mr and Mrs Smith is a great headliner . . A great date movie . I feel my wife and I still date , just like the chemistry between the two lead actors portrayed in Mr and Mrs Smith . |
402,812 | 453,228 | 257,756 | 7 | Surprises | This movie kept you watching . Ashley Judd at her best . This movie is geared for the female audience . It is suspense and drama mixed in together . Spoiler ! ! ! It had an unbelievable ending . Morgan Freeman role would have been better played by Tommy Lee Jones . I wonder if the role was written for him seeing they worked together in Double Jeopardy . |
403,177 | 453,228 | 415,306 | 7 | a alright movie | The preview make the movie look too stupid . I thought the movie would be another Anchorman . A movie can be too much Will Ferel , like the Anchorman . This movie had a right mix , and the humor is spread out evenly . I did not like the comments on J C , for years of Catholic school I would be careful on such humor . Too much adverting in the movie . One restaurant chain is mention at least 5 time . I like the chain . Turn your brain off the movie is OK . . If you miss it that is OK rent it . I like how the south has no problem joking about itself . Humor is hard to do ! Ferel keeps getting better with time . I can see Ferel doing a few old Bill Murry roles . I like the I am on fire bit . The video game part is good . A bad summer for movies . |
403,184 | 453,228 | 463,034 | 7 | Owen Wilson rules ! | Not many people could have made this movie work like Owen Wilson . Will Ferrell would have been to much and Vince Vaughn would have been to little for the role . Maybe Ben Stiller could have done it . Matt Dillon holds his age so well . The film addresses how married like affects one's life . The reviews did not give this movie a good review but I thought it was great . Owen Wilson picked a good movie . He is one of my favorite actors . There were a lot of funny scenes . I think everyone has a friend like Dupree that just does not want to grow up . Michael Douglas plays the role of Molly's father . Again , he plays a hard-nosed businessman . He is starting to be type-cast in this role . I think Owen Wilson is best at doing comedy . The movie addresses living in the suburbs , family politics and maturing . In the end , Owen's character finally finds his niche and moves on with his life . He is always so full of energy . |
402,337 | 453,228 | 88,000 | 8 | Nerds ! ! ! ! Nerds ! ! ! ! Nerds ! ! ! ! | I love this movie ; it is a true classic . It is dated , and one has to understand the 80's macho , old beer commercial perfect , women magnet type of guy attitude of the time . Forget the Boy bands of today , the macho jocks would have chased these wimps out of the school dance ! Unless you had some slick political skills or played a mean axe ( guitar for those not from the 80's ) the top of the food chain ruled . Talk about computers , bad dress , or social slowness labelled you a nerd . Now the computer geeks rule in 00's ; there is true revenge . The movie like animal house looks very dated . Animal house has been copied too death to the point that the shock value is gone , and so is the humor . The heros of animal house are viewed as the jerks of today for whoever had their childish pranks pulled on them . Animal house led the evolution for revenge of the Nerds , where the pranksters became the norm and picked on the nerds . The dated part is where the social out casts get sympathy , where now a days people worry that the weird nerd could go nuts . They have a Walton's joke that no one would get know , and a couple of the nerds would fit in today's grung or PC crowd . The part that keeps this film on top is the writing . What the nerds lack in social skills , looks , and muscles they make up in brains . They get their revenge on the Jocks , with some dated non PC tactics that make me laugh . In the end , I love the part where they yell Nerds ! ! ! Nerds ! ! and one of them say , " who are they talking too ? " . |
403,335 | 453,228 | 75,968 | 8 | I love it when a movie ages well ! | This movie ages well , and that is a sign of a good movie . Ever got into a vendetta with someone and you do not know what it is about , or what the individuals problem is . This sums up the story , and I can relate too this . In the 1800's vendettas where settled with duels , a mannerly way of killing each other . Well acted , directed , and based off a true story . I love this little gem of a film . |
403,352 | 453,228 | 480,249 | 8 | Surprisingly good | A surprisingly good movie . After seeing the movie trailer , I did not know what to think of I am Legend . I though maybe a stinker . A well , directed , and written movie . I am Legend has a few slow spots , but overall has a fast pace . The story keeps the audience's attention , and wanting more with each scene . The flashbacks tell a story within a story . One gains an understanding with the movie's sub-story . A surprise ending . I like the theme about faith , and God's plan . . Sometimes all we have is faith . This movie reminds me of my job at the post office where I am the only surviving sane person around . Just joking . |
402,964 | 453,228 | 546,130 | 8 | Just started watching the show . | I just started watching the show . I caught bits and pieces of the series on T . V . I said Mike I got to rent this show . Went to Block Buster and hey I was not disappointed . The protagonist who is very sarcastic owns the local gas station and is the driving force behind the show . The one guy everyone goes too . The series is about a small town called dog river . The people and town itself has quirks , which makes for good ironic humor . Hank is my favorite character a likable but off character who stumble through life . The dad is much like Hank but a grumpier version . The Ruby is the town coffee shop which is going through some changes is storyline for the pilot episode . Funny concept of the effects change verses the old in a small town . coffees for The Ruby . I like renting . I can watch 2 or 3 shows in a row with out commercials yes . |
402,446 | 453,228 | 462,499 | 8 | Entertaining | I went out to see Rambo with low expectations . I found the movie entertaining . Rambo the movie is realistic , harsh , fast paced and well directed . I love the 2 philosophies about die trying or live dieing , and everything goes full circle . There is a lions and lambs theme . We all needs hero's who stand up against oppersion . The movie defines these themes well . John Rambo finally goes home at the end of the movie . Rambo finally faces what must be faces and goes full circle . The viewer wonders what would have happened if the altercation in ' Fisrt Blood ' with the Sheriff never appeared would the circle been completed sooner . . Worth seeing before renting . |
403,066 | 453,228 | 95,631 | 8 | 80's action meets 80's comedy | This film represents 80's comedy , perfectly mixed with action . Ilove this film , especially the part where De Niro is mimicked by thethat guy from CNBC . I love this film , the story is goofy , and I lovehow the other bounty hunter , the FBI guy , and the bondsman allget it . The helicopter scene is a classic . Rent it , watch it , and liveit . |
402,627 | 453,228 | 277,434 | 8 | Mel at his best | I think you have to see the movie twice to fully appreciate it . Mel Gibson at his best . I was also impressed with Sam Elliot's role . It was hard getting used to him without his moustache . Mel put a lot of heart into this role . I thought the troops would be more grittier . It was nice to see the movie incorporate the lives of the soldiers . It must of been real hard and very cruel for the wives to receive news of their husbands ' deaths by taxi . I can see why Sam Elliot's character always thought of the worst . This movie shows what good leadership is all about . This is Mel's best performance to date . A must see on the big screen . |
402,958 | 453,228 | 546,112 | 8 | c s i | I like CSI and this episode grad 68 is a homage to the show . Dog Rivers ' mystery is not a murder , but who painted grad 68 on the water tower . Grad 68 is really grad 86 , and Brent is involved with Hank and others . I like how Brent had a mullet back in 86 . Hank we do not know so they but a grade book question mark for his appearance . Brent wrote in his year book with the mullet he would do the grade 86 thingie ! I love how the Constable does anything to stop traffic . I give a for grad 68 or should it be grad 86 . I love the joke about how slow the town is and what mundane topics which become entertainment . Just like my job at the factory . Yuck ! Corner Gas is a good Canadian show on a low budget which show's good solid writing can make for great entertainment . Just like another show say back in the 80's SCTV . 86 SCTV I wonder if there could be another tribute here . |
402,973 | 453,228 | 89,880 | 8 | Rambo is an Icon | Sylvester Stallone has one of the most recognizable faces in the world for a reason ; this genius has created two pop culture Icons Rocky and Rambo . Anywhere , in the world these two characters will be reconized . Stallone has many detractors , but his vision , writing , and acting out these characters has made him rich and sucessful in a highly competitive industry . Before Rambo , his sequel to First Blood , Stallone was just a star like Gene Hackmen , but this movie created a mega star . As part of gen x I love this film , it is a prototype for many action films that followed . The story brings out raw emotions , tension , and adrenaline . The viewer relates with John Rambo his pain , and how the government lies . The action takes the viewer on a incredible ride . I love the battlecry he gives out when he does a chopper assault on the bad guys , and the explosive arrow that smashes his adversary , along with the machine gunning of the computer system at the base . The camera angles , expressions , and physical acting is perfectly done . You leave the picture feeling good , and that is what movie escapism should be . Stallone , who is ridiculed , along with Arnold for his physical acting , can with this ability create a great stage presence . This emotion he creates with his body is done by , how he walks , flexs his arm etc . Could Robert De Niro done this film , maybe ( ie Cape Fear ) Tom Cruise no way , Val Kilmer No . This film is what an action film should be , I've seen very few lines for an Action movie as long as this one . PS the speech at the end gave the spirit of what the film was about . |
402,955 | 453,228 | 546,106 | 8 | Everyone knows a jerk . | Everyone knows a jerk . Brent's cousin Carl comes to town to show off and is real cool . Brent who is generally a nice guy does not like his cousin . Why ? There is something jerkish about him . There is a talent show and Hank just bombs . I like Hank . In the end , Brent's cousin acts up , and shows his true nature . Everyone in town sees the true nature of Carl come out and understand Brent's reluctance to like Carl . A jerk is a jerk sooner or later I guess . The writer must be writing from real life experience . I find the story hits too close to home . Everyone knows a Carl , and regrettably hates the nice act or con job a jerk can do . What the h we can just call Carl a phoney . stars for this talent show . |
402,843 | 453,228 | 75,925 | 8 | Like it like it like it | Saw this on HBO with my parents one vacation . I like this movie , it has a story which includes suspenses , horror , mystery and action . Not too many movies have this combination . Great acting by Shaw , his role is on par with Jaws . The under water filming is the best of any under water film . Then tension and fear with the under water scenes leave an impression on one's mind . A classic shown on TBS late night , I will tape the next time I see it on . They usually show the movie The Island afterwards , I never seen that one ; I wonder if it is any good being the second feature . Rent it , tape it , or buy it ! You will not be disappointed . |
403,251 | 453,228 | 431,197 | 8 | null | Ever gone to a movie with low expectations ? I went to ' The Kingdom ' with low expectations and ended up seeing one good movie . The story is interesting to follow . The directing and acting keeps a good pace , while the character development draws the audience in . Terrorism impact on people , and the hardships of rooting terror out is evident with ' The Kingdom ' . Great locations , and interesting interactions in the middle east give ' the kingdom ' a different view of the FBI . . A violent ending , gives closure , or full circle for the movie's violent beginning . Worth leaving the house for . Chris Cooper always seems to play the same roles . |
402,593 | 453,228 | 407,304 | 8 | Best movie of the summer so far | Best movie of the summer so far . I found the movie very captivating , exciting and interesting . Wells ' is great writer , when one is listening to Freeman's narration of Wells ' writing from the book . Wilfred , my friend , says the book War of the Worlds is short , and I find this hard to believe . The movie could have been longer and explained the event more . I do not direct movies , I will leave this question to Spielberg . Hard to believe such a concept could come from a mind in the 1800's . H G Wells ' radio play caused panic with the idea , I believe back in the 30's . The movie is about survival during a war . Cruise plays someone who is lucky , and thinks at the same time . The part with the van is believable . The ending is the same as the 1953 movie my buddy Wilfred and I saw when we were both in grade 7 . I find reading the book or seeing the earlier version will ruin the movie , so watch this one first . see this one before it leaves the theater . |
402,825 | 453,228 | 208,092 | 8 | Pulp Fiction with a mix of Good Fellas | This is a movie with a mix of Pulp fiction with Good Fellas . A British version of the 2 movies , with dark British humor . I loved this film and laughed so hard my wife looked at me a couple of time and elbowed me to stop it . I love dark humor and this film is full of it ; this movie is not for the politically correct crowd , its more a back lash to the violence in the media people . Brad Pit plays the role of a crazy perfectly , and has this on going joke where you could only understand half of what he says . You would get this joke if you lived or visited Nova Scotia or some place similar ( I have ) or got relatives who speak in a heavy English dialect . Its the same language but you can only make out about half of what is said . Pitt's character puts all the events into full swing of 5 different stories which meld into one , like Pulp Fiction . This film has shooting , boxing , butchering , and very nasty dialogue , with a good story to boot . Great film and I do not want to give away the story , my wife hated it , and wondered when it would end , but I could probably watch it a second time , and my wife will wonder if their is something wrong with me . |
403,323 | 453,228 | 106,950 | 8 | Interesting Story | Its about a totalitarian society where people only have one chance at having a kid . They have this futuristic super max , with these ingestible detectors , and a computer mainframe warden . This film is great , watch for the scene with the d day computer virus , it is a classic . The character development , and acting is decent . Worth renting , I love this film . |
402,741 | 453,228 | 337,921 | 8 | One of the better movies this summer | I did not know what to expect with this film . Just another action film ? Just another horror film ? Maybe , just another thriller ? No . . no and no ! Cellular uses technology , with mystery . Such events can happen ; technology will bring many new events like this movie to real life . Humor is added with the beach crowd . If the viewer likes Hitchcock style of movies I would recommend cellular . PS nice to see some new faces in movies . Much better watching a better budget film , than the whole budget going to one actor , and a poorly made movie . 8 phones out of 10 . PPS the ending credits shown on the LCD of a phone was ingenious . |
403,240 | 453,228 | 83,542 | 8 | Good 80's scare | A lot of people trash this movie , but I beg to differ . I won't bore you with the story , its the details that make this film . What I like is a some what believable story , and the mentally ill instead a super human bad guy , and good acting . The tension is gradual , with a strong ending , and a few good does of humor . The punk rock angle is nice . |
403,166 | 453,228 | 427,392 | 8 | A better remake of the 1978 version . | What I like of ' The Invasion ' is the remake is different enough from the original that I did not experience the did this done this again feeling of many remakes . Solid acting and story . The modern technology theme is great with text messaging and virus genetic bug which reprograms ones DNA . The Invasions philosophy discussed by the Russian at the dinner party that man is still the animal which in the right circumstances will commit horrific act to advance or survival s is proved with the mother child bond where Kidman kills several to save her child . The contrast of the soulless body snatcher creating world peace , shows a world without feelings . The ending is positive but bitter sweet . . Worth a movie night out of the house . |
402,673 | 453,228 | 713,624 | 8 | I like this one ! | I , or my wife bought , the box set . I did not see all the episodes of the first season , and wanted to catch up on the back ground of the show . I liked ' Wendigo ' and found the second show much like the first ' Pilot ' . The first two episodes the actors were creating a feel or chemistry between the two brothers ; by the fourth show the two lead character's created the full chemistry for the series . Wendigo episode portrays Dean as smart a , and Sam as independent thinker . The best part of the show is the banter between Dean and the hunting guide . The Wendigo creature and the tunnels provide the catalyst for a creepy background . Movie quality supporting actors , sets , writing , and directing gives the viewer a movie quality TV show . I Love the music and Wendigo is fun to watch . . |
402,607 | 453,228 | 713,622 | 8 | Just like the X files | Just like the X files where they had some guy who ate peoples livers . Does anyone remember that episode ? There is a tribute to the 1986 movie Manhunter at the beginning . I like the Dean character being upset about the hap shifter driving his car . The old getting caught about in a lie is done again . The great looking girl eventual believes who they are . The brothers figure out what to do after the shape shifter take Deans form . Not a bad show . The boys move on to the next town . . One of the better shows . I would like to see one of the brothers finally gets the girl , but I guess the show could not be continued with such a plot twist . Maybe , in season 3 when the show needs some new characters . Maybe , have a evil girlfriend for a episode . I will keep watching for more . Best show on TV . |
402,605 | 453,228 | 713,610 | 8 | Watched it yesterday | I just watched the show yesterday . I remember a horror movie with a similar plot on TBS a while back . The film was Creepy , gross , with the evil doctor who causes rage to go wild . The accident at the beginning is the formula for the plot . One learns about the Winchester brothers ' conflict with the psychiatry twist . Dean is the domineering , and non-emotional one who conflicts with his brother . In the wrong light , such a attitude can be mistaken for being arrogant and cold . The pace and the story is well timed . The camera work and special effects are visually frightening . . What is the deal about their dad at the ending ? I like the good guy / bad guy role where one pretends to be a nosy reporter and the other brother saves the cop from having deal answer the nosy brother's questions . The good guy then gets all the details as the cop is more willing to share the asylum's history with him . |
402,612 | 453,228 | 713,611 | 8 | Finally something to watch on TV | Supernatural is way better than the X files with a faster pace and better humor . The show does not take itself too seriously , but has a balance of realism , considering the show's topics . The two protagonists feed and create energy for the show from each other . The magic of chemistry . The mentioned Bloody Mary show plays off a urban legend , and has many other old legends to combat the evil . ( ie breaking mirrors . ) Super Natural gives tribute to many other shows , The Rockford Files , and The Night Stalker ( watch the reruns on TV land ) . The older brother is a 80's macho throwback , with classic rock , a leather jacket with the tight jeans , and a 60's muscle car , while the more sensitive , online brother is a representative of the 90's . The brothers generation gap shows . Watch a couple of shows and you will be hooked . |
402,323 | 453,228 | 63,056 | 8 | Excellent film | Long before Survivor or Castaway this film came out . If you like this type of entertainment you will love this movie . Its about a US and Japanese fighter pilots who become stranded on a Island , and have to battle each other and the elements . Well acted , and written , this film like Castaway has very little talking , but the viewer becomes fascinated with what Marven is doing in order to survive . Original , and entertaining this film will surprise you . . |
402,606 | 453,228 | 713,613 | 8 | Neat | I like the special effects ! The water guy / spirit effect was great . The show does a tribute to the old Friday the thirteenth movies with the camera shots of the lake and woods . The part with the boat is a homage to the first movie . The get out of town sheriff finds out they are faking being conservation officers is a great staple of the show . ( The stunt is played on every show and I love it ) The mystery is resolved , and the spirit must be exorcised . I like Ratt's Round and Round track . It was a good homage for the 80's type of guy who gives the show a certain style and feel of the 80's . I guess Round and Round is what the brothers do . I like the hint of sexual frustration by the brother Dean moving on and the attractive waitress shows so much attention for him . The small town mood and setting for Wisconsin is so accurate . Brings back memories for how much I like Wisconsin when I was passing through there . Even the towns people were true to life , excellent research . Bravo a good show . . |
403,007 | 453,228 | 352,248 | 8 | A solid Great Movie | A solid ; a great movie . I believe Sylvester Stallone was influenced by the true story and one can see Rocky in Ron Howard's film . Great directing ! One feels the hardships of the depression . The desperation of the families and the hopelessnes of unemployment . Russel Crow's method acting pays out with the mannerism of a real boxer . The actor who plays Max Bear steals the show . Boxing will always have Mike Tysons , and Mr T . Max Bear is a nasty in love with himself boxer . Reminds the viewer of Creed in Rocky with the same ring behaviour , except a bit meaner . I do not want to ruin the film by revealing more of the story . Watch C man in the movie theater . a first film to watch on rental night . . I will buy this film |
402,832 | 453,228 | 112,641 | 8 | The more I see the more I like it | This film grows on the viewer , the first time I saw this film it reminded me of Goodfellas too much . After , seeing the video a few times , I belong to a movie club , the movie rates as a classic . Long movies usually become boring , however this story is easy to follow . It is directed well , and acted well . I read the book , and the film follows it closely , a few events changed because of time considerations and where shorting . The film had to be long for it to reasonbly follow the book . This is a interesting story , and the movie follows it accurately , and the viewer goes along the journey as he was there . My opinion when you feel this the movie is very good one . |
402,351 | 453,228 | 212,338 | 8 | Hilarious | Comedies seem to be Robert De Niro's new line of work . He seems to do comedies very well . ( ie analyze this ) This film by far is the best comedy this year ; it is sort of like the movie " The Party " . It's about not fitting in , and feeling left out . Many can relate with this experience of a fish out of water situation . This guy ( Focher ) is a constant accident waiting to happen . See it . . . Watch it . . . Laugh . . . . |
402,317 | 453,228 | 132,245 | 8 | Stallone's come back movie ! | This is a good film , after the last couple of stinkers Stallone has done , this film puts him back into the grove . Well written , where the characters go beyond 2 dimensional . The people in the film have faults , good points , and bad points ; in the end they can surprise you . This film has great action scenes , tension , conflict , and a great German race car driver that my wife thinks portrays my own personality . In the end I was entertained , thanks Sly , and keep the good work up , if you read this . Mike |
402,864 | 453,228 | 1,099,212 | 8 | My wife loves this movie ! | My wife loves this movie ! She thinks this is the best movie of the year . Her friend Misty agree but her husband does not . Hey , I thought the movie was OK . Geared for the romance female audience with a vampire twist . Lot's of junior high school gals in the theater for this film . You can guess how they marketed this film and for who . She , me wife , says the movie was romantic , suspenseful with a great storyline . I mention there was no Chuck Norris in the film . Maybe , Chuck could have added to the film , but my wife said no . Great date movie . I would give this film an for date night . Date night is cool so Twlight is a cool film to bring that date too . |
402,609 | 453,228 | 763,064 | 8 | One of the best so far ! | One of the best so far , in the series . I really like this show . A mix between the old Night Stalker and X files . I hope they make new shows soon . I believe there was a similar script on the Night Stalker . I watch the videos of the old show . The idea of burning the corpses , and the picture is excellent script work . I like the tribute the show has for the people informed about pop culture A bit of this script is a throw back to 80's horror . The girl the two guys the police reminds me of a 80's Nightmare on Elmstreet script . . Tape this show . Like the classic rock soundtrack . I wonder how the producers will keep the series fresh for next year ? |
403,040 | 453,228 | 227,445 | 8 | Not as good as heat | I just saw this movie and now that I am home I gave this film a 7 , and my wife gave it 8 , so I voted 8 . Robert De Niro gets type casted in some of his films , and this movie is seen it done it before . Edward Norton plays a great role . Some awesome acting , when you go to the theater you will know what role I am talking about , and he did it perfectly . A decent script , but they could have cut De Niro's love interest out . It's the film's weakpoint and makes the movie drag . Brando does a good job and following the score is interesting , but has a few holes in it . |
403,154 | 453,228 | 242,998 | 8 | Don't complain | Many people complain about this movie , but what is expected from a horror / slasher type film . If you don't like this film then you do not like slasher films . For a slasher film this is very good . The story is good , it keeps you guessing ; the actors behave believably , and the plot twists rap up into a nice package when the film goes full circle . Action and slasher films have very little to offer in new ideas , but the mechanics of this film is an a model for other films to follow . What interests me about this film is the concepts , this dorkey little kid who was picked on at school . Did the events which sent him off to reform school cause his madness or did every one stay away from him because he was already crazy . This film uses one of the oldest story plots from the days of the Greeks which is revenge , and the scary part is how the mind is efected by such evils . |
402,575 | 453,228 | 883,872 | 8 | A good episode | I love this one . Sam has a vision and learns about his future . Sam for sees his own death . Gordon tries to kill Sam for he knows the secret of Sam . Sam has the help of a fellow person with the same skills . A turn about where , Dean gets captured by Gordon , and Sam come to the rescues . Sam shows , a good plot twist , that he is the smarter brother by getting Gordon arrested by the cops , and Gordon will probably do 100 years . The humor is added when Dean is impressed and says don't drop the soap . What a great story , which keeps the viewer wanting more . What does all the plot development have to do with Sams future . Sam develops in this story form the younger brother to a much stronger character . I believe this episode will lead the way for what season 3 will be about . |
402,310 | 453,228 | 268,466 | 8 | bought back memories of those Monday night games | This has got to be John Turturro's best role so far . He was actually believable as Cosell . It shows how Cosell made Monday Night football as much as everyone hated him . I remember some of those games and comments . He was always a guy full of surprise comments and an articulate verbal arsenal . They made Frank Gifford look really stupid in this movie . I also think they made a big mistake when they did not resign Cosell . They left out the famous speech between Cosell and Meredith . This is a must see for any Monday Night football fan . |
403,025 | 453,228 | 120,735 | 8 | Pulp Fiction meets True Romance | This film is a splice between Pulp Fiction and True Romance . What it lacks in budget , it makes up in wit . A good story with a heavy English accent . I love the ending ; this film shows how many lives spin out of control by one event . This is a must see for Guy Richie fans . I wonder what he could have done with a bigger budget ! |
402,792 | 453,228 | 258,463 | 8 | perfect weapon | This film is very European . It seems that when Europeans do films , the films have more of a darker side to them . You can tell by the grainy film quality , casting of characters , and locations . The CIA director was what one would expect a person in this position to be like . I do not think it was believable that they would have assassins , but if they did would they be that well trained . Overall , the film was great ; the cast was picked out perfectly . Matt Damon has improved since the Talented Mr . Ripley . I could not feel sorry for any of the characters ; they all knew what type of game they were playing . This one is a winner ; a must see . |
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