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”
Tag Archives: thefilmchronicles.com
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”
The Bounty Hunter/ Valhalla Rising
The Bounty Hunter, 2010, Romantic Comedy, Plot: A divorced couple run into dangers as husband Milo (Gerard Butler) attempts to take his wife Nicole (Aniston) into custody for skipping bail. Thoughts: Aniston and Butler had decent screen chemistry and their banter wasn’t too unbelievable. Maybe it’s just me, but I still have a hard timeContinue reading “The Bounty Hunter/ Valhalla Rising”
Easy Rider/ Le Ballon Rouge (The Red Ballon)
Easy Rider, 1969, Cult ClassicPlot: The tagline says it all “A man went searching for America but he couldn’t find it anywhere”. Biker Wyatt aka Captain America (Peter Fonda) and his partner Billy (Dennis Hopper) take a road trip from Los Angeles to Mardi Gras on their motorcycles, discovering extreme sides of America. Thoughts: ThisContinue reading “Easy Rider/ Le Ballon Rouge (The Red Ballon)”
La jetée/ Death at a Funeral (2010)
La jetée, 1961, Foreign/ Sci-FiPlot: Told through a series of photographs instead of film, this movie chronicles the story of a Frenchman during post-Apocalyptic France who is enrolled in a program to send men back in time to save the present. The main character’s love interest. Review: La jetée is a film that’s concept seemedContinue reading “La jetée/ Death at a Funeral (2010)”
The Film Chronicles 