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4: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)
About what I’d expect for the sequel. Mostly identical characters and effects from the first, with only a hint of newness.
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Rocky Balboa (2006)
The computer simulation as the motivation for his final fight was a bit weak, not to mention an insult to the recently departed Adrian. If she was consistent with previous films, she definitely wouldn’t have allowed him to fight this one, especially after the brain damage suffered in Rocky 5.…
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Brokedown Palace (1999)
Not bad. They could have dramatized the story a bit more, I think. Beckinsale sure is tasty.
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24 Hour Party People (2002)
Some great music and some decent comedy, but it doesn’t quite have the roadie charm of Almost Famous.
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Starman (1984)
Bridges is pretty good, although his dialogue does not really represent what a super-advanced alien might say. Music and effects are a bit dated, but I remember them being quite effective back in the day.
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Americano (2005)
With wonderful music and a fun, casual shooting style, it’s got a great feel. Like “Go”, an unflinching yet genuine look at young people being themselves, trying to get some fun out of life. Just wish the story had a bit more drama. Jackson has presence. I don’t think he’s…
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The Number 23 (2007)
A bit of a disappointment. The number paranoia is kind of interesting, but not enough to carry a plot. Carrey is better as a psychotic in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
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Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
Kelly is definitely cool. There was never another actor, before him or after him, who could smile that big and still look cool. And man, he was in great shape. O’Connor’s no slouch, either. The story’s a little patched together, but the musical numbers are good. The long takes are…
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