Cronos, 1993, ThrillerPlot: An old antiques dealer finds his youth restored after an ancient artifact attaches itself to his leg. Thoughts: Not too much to say about this one. It was directed by Guillermo Del Toro and starred his favorite leading man Ron Perlman (both from Hellboy I and II). There isn’t too much toContinue reading “Cronos”
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Comic Books: Unbound
Comic Books: Unbound, 2008, DocumentaryPlot: This film showed how the comic book industry easily adapts itself to the big screen. Thoughts: This was a very well done documentary that showed how the comic book industry and the film industry worked hand in hand to create entertaining material. Two of my favorite things were combined: ComicContinue reading “Comic Books: Unbound”
The Other Guys
The Other Guys, 2010, Comedy Plot: 2 police pencil pushers find their way into the field when the 2 top officers are killed. Thoughts: This movie was funnier than I expected it to be. I was glad that Will Ferrell played a role that was different than his previously played roles but still made itContinue reading “The Other Guys”
Harold and Maude
Harold and Maude, 1971, Comedy, viewed 3/5/2011 Plot: A disturbed young man on the brink of adulthood finds himself in love with a woman who is about to turn 80. Thoughts: This movie was very dark but still had genuine moments of lighthearted comedy. The cinematography was very well done, with many scenes underexposed toContinue reading “Harold and Maude”
War/Dance
War/Dance, 2007, DocumentaryPlot: This documentary follows three children (that represent other children) in Civil War ravaged Northern Uganda. Their only relief from all of the death and fear that surrounds them is song and dance. With the opportunity to compete in a country-wide competition, the kids can be free (figuratively speaking) from the constraints of the world. Thoughts: One ofContinue reading “War/Dance”
Batman (1989)
Batman, 1989, Action Plot: Based on the comic book series by Detective Comics, this film chronicles the Dark Knight aka Bruce Wayne who is also a crime fighter who dresses like a bat and battles his arch enemy The Joker. Thoughts: After viewing Nolan’s “Batman Begins”, I decided to go back and look at TimContinue reading “Batman (1989)”
A Huey P. Newton Story
A Huey P. Newton, 2001, Documentary/ Adapted Stage Play Plot: Black Panther co-founder Huey P. Newton speaks about his thoughts on life and other topics. It is directed by Spike Lee and based on the play by Roger Guenveur Smith (who also plays the role of Huey P. Newton). Thoughts: This film is well doneContinue reading “A Huey P. Newton Story”
Chaos Theory
Chaos Theory, 2007, Romantic Comedy/ Drama; Plot: An OCD efficiency expert who is obsessed with being on time has his world turned upside down when his wife sets their clocks forward. Thoughts: This film was not what I thought it was going to be, which was a welcomed surprise. The cinematography was a little strange,Continue reading “Chaos Theory”
Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa
Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa, 2006, AnimePlot: Following the original series, this movie continues to show the struggle of Ed and Alphonse Elric (brothers) to be united after a long time apart from each other. Thoughts: I may sound like an anime freak, but this movie was really well done. I thoroughly enjoyed howContinue reading “Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa”
Sabah/ The Cove
Sabah: A Love Story, Romantic, 2005Plot: A 40-year old Muslim woman falls in love with a non-Muslim and lives a double life to keep him and her family apart. Thoughts: This movie was designed to start a dialog between various beliefs and make an argument that we can all get along and be happy. It’s aContinue reading “Sabah/ The Cove”