#157 - Shrek (2001) Review

Shrek (2001)
3.5/5

A fun and hilarious fantasy film with great animation and voice acting from some big name stars. Shrek is a loveable and funny film, with a recognisable and enjoyable sound track. It has a great message and interesting twists on traditional fairy tales.

#156 - Dragonheart (1996) Review

Dragonheart (1996)
3/5

A cheesy and fun fantasy film, with some great actors, who give B grade performances. The special effects are surprisingly good for the 90s, but don't stand the test of time, that well. Overall a good medieval fantasy film with good performances and themes.

#155 - Unbreakable (2000) Review

Unbreakable (2000), M. Night Shyamalan
4/5

One of Shyamalan's better films, with great cast, with strong duo Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson. Bruce Willis is great as a distant and cold father in a marriage that's broken down. A modern realistic take on the superhero genre, it plays as a great psychological thriller. The cinematography is good and the visual style includes excellent use of colour and Checkov's guns. Overall a really interesting thriller with good performances, and interesting style.

#154 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Review

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
3/5

A musical classic, this film is full of great music, dance, hilarity and innuendo. Great casting and art design has made this a fan favourite and is celebrated with dress up showings across the world. Overall a whole lot of ridiculous and fun, and an strange and sexual adaption of the Frankenstein myth.

#153 - As Good as it gets (1997) Review

As Good as it Gets (1997)
3.5/ 5

This unusual and quirky romantic comedy focuses on a reclusive annoying romance author (Jack Nicholson) and waitress single mom (Helen Hunt). Unlikely circumstances bring this odd bunch of characters together with wit and drama. Overall a good portrayal of a man living with OCD and funny relationship drama.

#152 - The Hunchback of Notre dame (1996) Review

The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
3/5

This is a fun and tragic kids movie, with great heart and message, paired with the excellent voice performances and Disney animation. Overall a fun watch for those of any age.

#151 - Angel Baby (1995) Review

Angel Baby (1995)
4/5

This is a heart rending, beautiful and authentic film about two people who fall in love who happen to have Schizophrenia. Set in Melbourne in the 90s it captures the lives of these two people and their journeys both of love and madness. It includes the pessimism of the welfare and mental health services of the time and the youthful hopefulness of these two people in the face of harsh realities. It is heart wrenching at times and the film style complements the emotions of the scenes are realities of their perceptions, but it isn't overdone and feels more like a low budget video film. The performances are great and give a convincing, authentic and sensitive portrayal of living with mental illness.