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Hedwig and the Angry Inch
I LOVED this film. I don't know why I waited so long to see it, but I'm glad I finally did. The music and performances were amazing, and it was so wonderful to be see the musical play it's based on, being performed on stage the following night (it's ending it's run here in San Diego, CA this week). Go Hedwig!— July 9, 2009 12:17 a.m.
Bobby
While not a great film, it is indeed a very good ensemble film. Overall, the film was a worth a look, but I felt there were too many characters to keep track of, and it felt kinda long. However, it was noble to do a period-film for that time, and there were a few performances that I was impressed with (this being one of the better performances by Lindsay Lohan and Sharon Stone).— July 9, 2009 12:16 a.m.
Two Lovers
After Joaquin Phoenix announced this film as his last, I went in hoping to like it, and I did. I found it to be a quiet little film that gave Phoenix a chance to deliver a memorable performance. The atmosphere of the film (colors, mood, sound, etc) fit in very well, and the supporting cast helped Phoenix's character develop. I just kinda wished there was more to Paltrow and Shaw's characters in the film.— July 9, 2009 12:16 a.m.
Crossing Over
I wasn't expecting much from this film, since it had been quietly released in a few amount of theaters (by the horrible Weinstein Co) and then disappeared, but it kinda blew me away. While the film dealt with the issue of immigration through an array of various stories/characters, I felt it handled each one pretty well. We got to learn and care for each character, no matter how hurt, lost, and even evil they got. Harrison Ford can act well, when given the right material, and here he gives a solid performance as a senior border patrol officer having doubts about his profession. The most mesmerizing performance out of the cast is by the young Summer Bishil (of 2007's "Towelhead") who delivers a heartbreaking portrayal of a young girl labeled as a "terrorist" after reciting a pro-9/11 speech bordering on the freedom of speech. Seeing what she has to go through in its aftermath is truly unbelievable.— July 9, 2009 12:16 a.m.
Definitely, Maybe
I didn't have too high expectations from this film, since I had heard it was kinda formulatic, but I ended up thinking it was all right. It's nice to see Ryan Reynolds get better roles (especially after his performances in "The Nines" and "Smokin' Aces") now, and he gives a touching performance here (although those cutesy moments w/Abigail Breslin, as evidence in the commercials for the film, were a little cheesy). Overall, I thought the film had it moments, and it certainly threw me for a loop towards the end. Performance-wise, I think Isla Fisher pretty much was the most memorable out of the five leads (well, Elizabeth Banks didn't really have much to do). I guess it was worth the rental.— July 9, 2009 12:15 a.m.
Downloading Nancy
I had heard great things about Maria Bello's performance, and she really truly delivers. While the plot setup (a lonely depressed housewife fires a man on the internet to kill her) is a bit crazy, it works. Bello's performance stands to be one of the best female performances of the year so far, and it's a shame she could possibly (and most likely) be forgotten come awards-time. Her Nancy is so full of hurt and loneliness that she needs to find ways to relieve herself. Bello skillfully manages each scene she's in, whether cutting herself or telling Jason Patric's character to torture her in a way that gives her pleasure. Rufus Sewell is usually typecasted as a villain in films, but here he is against-type, and he handles the role of the neglectful (but hurt) husband wondering where his wife went. This is a film that will work your nerves (be it the torture scenes, or just wondering how it's going to end) but one that will leave a lasting impression on you long afterwards.— July 8, 2009 11:16 p.m.
Reservation Road
I'm a fan of two (Mark Ruffalo, Mira Sorvino) of the lead actors of the film, so I rented this hoping to be moved by it (and their performances). I had heard about the mixed reviews of the film, and I found them to be true. The performances of the film were quite suitable for a drama of this nature, but the film just felt unsuspenseful (and it's billed as a "thriller") and a little incohesive. It was interesting to see the two views (the devastated father & the "guilty" father) of an accident, and how each side copes with the tragedy, but the film faltered on creating something meaningful.— June 29, 2009 10:47 p.m.
Duplicity
I was charmed by the two leads (Clive Owen, Julia Roberts) and their performances, as well as my initial setup of the film, but somewhere along the way I got completely lost that I couldn't wait to see what the conclusion was to see how everything got pieced together. However, the end result (which wasn't completely predictable) didn't feel like it was worth sitting through for.— June 29, 2009 10:43 p.m.
Get Smart
With a star-studded cast (especially Steve Carrell), I was kinda expecting the film to be a lot more enjoyable. There were a few jokes that I found quite hilarious (that Russian dance scene), and it was nice to see a few actors do a comedy (Anne Hathaway, The Rock), the ending result was one of those forgettable summer "hits." I guess it was worth seeing once, but I wouldn't really recommend it.— June 29, 2009 10:42 p.m.
Half Nelson
Very well-made independent film that featured a wonderous performance from Ryan Gosling, and a charming one by Shareeka Epps. Nice seeing a character study and the complexities dealing with loneliness.— June 25, 2009 11:11 p.m.