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8 Mile
(2002) |
6.5
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A semi-autobiographical account of
Detroit rap scene in mid 90's, this is essentially a 2 hour
promotional device for Eminem, now an official entertainment
phenomenon. Can he act? Basically, showing a range from OK to decent,
although the "I'm a pissed white guy in the ghetto" scowl gets old.
Rest of cast is all right, with Mekhi Phifer strong as Em's best
friend. Follows old yet proven 'come from behind' formula, but grimy
city lifestyle is tiring more than inspiring.
[English, 110min, R] |
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13 Conversations About One Thing
(2002) |
8 /10 |
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Thought
provoking character driven film, dealing with finding happiness in
life and uncontrollable circumstances one must deal with. Well acted
across the board by the likes of Alan Arkin and John Turturro, with
career standout role from McConaughey.
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21 Grams
(2003) |
9
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coming soon!
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24 Hour Party People
(2002) |
6
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Docudrama
focusing on emergence of 80's music scene in England is an exercise in
excess from the rapid fire blur of images to it's extreme
self-reference, although highly sporadic zaniness leads to some
wonderful comedic scenes. Steve Coogan rises above it all as the utterly believable protagonist with an underdog
charm. [English,
117min, R] |
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25th Hour
(2002) |
6
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Spike
Lee brings usual heavy handed directing, attempting to fuse commentary
on post-911 NYC with bleak countdown to busted drug dealer’s
incarceration. Norton under whelms in bad-boy-lite mode, Hoffman adds
another self-conscious introvert, but Barry Pepper rolls up his
dramatic sleeves for a career best. Lee misses potential of timely
subject matter, yanking film in too many directions despite powerful
stand alone moments of style and substance.
[English, 135min,
R] |
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40 Days and 40 Nights
(2002) |
6
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Entertaining
sex comedy, with focus more on heart than humor. Josh Hartnett
is very likable and has good chemistry with Sossamon, but film doesn't exactly
break new ground...unless you count a feather induced orgasm.
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96min, R] |
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40 Year Old Virgin
(2005) |
6 /10 |
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Well, it
ain’t Wedding Crashers. Steve Carrel has a number of laugh out
loud moments as titular character but plot drowns in sweetness,
especially once Catherine Keener is introduced as love interest.
Supporting cast shines, with Paul Rudd’s “don’t give a (bleep)”
attitude often stealing scenes, especially his ex-girlfriend subplot.
Ultimately an entertaining watch, though a much shorter length and
rougher edge would have helped considerably.
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48 Hrs.
(1982) |
7 /10 |
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Years
before Lethal Weapon, and over a decade before Rush Hour
there was this “buddy” cop movie that paired the unlikely duo of Nick
Nolte and Eddie Murphy. Much grittier territory than genre enters
today, with racism, brutal murder, and mean spirited attitude at the
forefront. Became Murphy’s breakout movie, and rightfully so, as his
wise-crackin’ con energizes a fairly predictable plot; his
interrogation of a redneck bar alone is worth price of admission. [English,
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2001: A Space Odyssey
(1968) |
10
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Review
coming soon!
[English, 148min,
G]
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