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The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946)
A little boring. Decent performances all around, but none of them stick out as particularly dramatic.
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Religulous (2008)
Bill’s got some balls to take on religion in this country. This is something not even Michael Moore has done. Way to go. I wonder if they had bodyguards on location with them. Unfortunately, Maher takes a few gratuitous jabs while making his arguments. I know this is his schtick,…
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Stripes (1981)
Clearly a vehicle for Murray, and he’s got a certain panache. But comedies of the early 80’s were just rough. Nice cast. Ramis might be one of the most unfunny comedians of the 80’s. He’s always got a stupid little grin on his face.
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Bigger Stronger Faster* (2008)
A good effort by Bell. Very personal. He explores the problem by talking to an impressive number of people, thoroughly trying to show both sides of the issue. But which side is he on? Either way, I’m not sure that arguing for or against steroid use really addresses the root…
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Rocky II (1979)
Story’s a decent extension of the original. Despite the cheesy sound effects, the fight at the end and his victory speech gave me the Rocky chills. There’s still a magic there. I can see why they kept making them. Stallone is Stallone. The shy Shire was perfect.
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Harlem Nights (1989)
Murphy tried to make something stylish and swanky and authentic, but it misses the mark a bit. Story is a little dull, pacing of scenes and dialogue is a little off, editing is a little loose. Some good swearing humor, but that’s about all that stands out. Nice cast of…
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The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008)
More silliness from Brendan Fraser. He’s been working out, but he’s still as unfunny as he’s always been.
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Funny Money (2006)
Not the knee-slapping wit piece they wanted it to be. Overacting and horrible dialogue makes it theatrical and dumb. Poor Chevy. Only a glimmer of what he once was.
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The International (2009)
A lot going on. There were moments when I had to stop and try to figure out who everyone was and what was motivating them. No matter, though. Owen is magnetic enough to keep me into almost any plot the whole time. Exquisite camerawork, location shooting, and editing. A very…
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Leviathan (1989)
Doesn’t compare to its contemporary deep-sea movie, The Abyss. I wonder which one went into production first. Cheesy story, and some crappy acting. Not one good shot of the monster.
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