Thursday, June 6, 2013
#67 - The Amityville Horror (2005) Review
The Amityville Horror (2005), Andrew Douglas
2/5
Based on a true story this film is far from horrifying and it's devalued by the supernatural elements. The more gritty realistic aspects are far more terrifying. Not overly violent and not scary. Had potential and definitely an interesting story, but ultimately underwhelming.
#66 - Blazing Saddles (1974) Review
Blazing Saddles (1974), Mel Brooks
2/5
This film is hilarious, ridiculous, nonsensical and partly metafictional.
#65 - My Suicide (2011) Review
My Suicide (Archie's Final Project) (2011), David Lee Miller
3/5
This is a strange film. Most of it feels like a youtube mash up montage and the other part feels like a cheesy teen movie. The subject matter is intense and some of the issues and comments the film explores ring true while at other times it is overwrought, predictable and cliché. This film is as much a film about teen suicide as it is about the portrayal of suicide in media and film. The film covers many issues and mostly deals with them well. The acting especially Gabriel Sunday, the lead is great and really intense. The supporting cast is less effective. Overall a thought provoking yet unfortunately in the end frustrating film.
#64 - Batman Returns (1992) Review
Batman Returns (1992), Tim Burton
1.5/5
This film is ridiculous and over the top. Silly and fun, utterly nonsensical, it treats the superhero genre with humour and doesn't take itself seriously.
#63 - Life Stinks (1991) Review
Life Stinks (1991), Mel Brooks
3/5
This odd and funny film is really enjoyable to watch. Styled in an over the top manner, it is witty and satirizes some serious issues. Overall a good film if somewhat too cheesy at times.
#62 - The Cabin Movie (2005) Review
The Cabin Movie (2005), Dylan Akio Smith
3/5
This is a funny and awkward independent film. The acting is realistic and the film is surprisingly interesting and funny. The characters are pretty stereotyped, but the acting combats that. The film has all the awkwardness and feel of real life and doesn't try too much to sum up any grand notions or character arcs. Surprisingly a good drama and not that sexually explicit considering the terrible glossy DVD cover.
#61 - Ong Bak 3 (2010) Review
Ong Bak 3 (2010), Tony Jaa
3/5
Visually beautiful and stunning and ridiculous fight scenes. This film is a pleasure to watch for the visuals. The acting nor the narrative are that interesting, but it's the crazy fight scenes and beautiful, art design that are beautiful. Overall not as strong as the 2nd film, but still enjoyable.
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