Reviews
Blood Simple (1984)
excellent freshman outing for the coens
the coens create an excellent plot that is intensified by spellbinding acting. the coens intrigue the viewer without giving away too much of the plot to come; without being overly blatant. the plot is improbable at times, to say the least, but this flaw can easily be overlooked.
Hamlet (1948)
the most powerful hamlet ever portrayed
Olivier is absolutely mesmerizing as the dane of Denmark. I have seen Gibson's and Branagh's versions, and Olivier is still far and away the most impressive performance. Whenever I think of Hamlet, I always think of Olivier's Hamlet. The picture as a whole is very well done, although in parts it can seem a bit chinsy. Olivier (as director) firmly establishes the mood for the picture, and the ensemble acting is terrific. Watch for a very pompous Polonius!
The Matrix (1999)
slow, but rewarding film!
The beginning is a little bit slow, but every minute of filming is necessary in order to effectively build to a very strong climax. The acting was by no means superb, but it was very watchable, which is more than can be said for some films out there! The effects were amazing and the plot was just excellent! Scripting had a few minor problems, but the movie really wasn't about the dialogue. If you liked this, give their other movie, BOUND, a try, too!
Oscar and Lucinda (1997)
Ralph Fiennes, cinematography steal the show
This movie was very well constructed, and there are many instances of simply marvelous cinematography. Ralph Fiennes is wonderful as Oscar and Cate Blanchett is quite good, as well. There were a few minute problems with the movie, but overall it was very well done.
The Maltese Falcon (1941)
simply one of the best mystery films ever
Humphrey Bogart IS Sam Spade. The supporting characters are wonderful, and the story is one of the best mysteries to hit the screen EVER. John Huston does a wonderful job with noir and the film's fast pace pull the viewers along without losing them. An idea movie to strive for.
The Usual Suspects (1995)
kevin spacey and the story: you can't do better
kevin spacey is simply the best actor of our time, and this is his best role! the film had my complete attention since the first time i watched it through the present. the story is wonderfully detailed and the directing is well-done. kevin spacey and the writing sum up why you want to see this movie.