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The Rules of Attraction (2002)
Pretty raw stuff. A few too many “cool” kids doing “cool” things, though. A dramatic story, instead of just dramatic characters, would have helped. Van Der Beek is refreshingly slimy and disturbed. Biel’s body in this one is just about perfect. Victor’s travel sequence is genius.
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Batman Returns (1992)
Nothing special, and neither is Keaton. Pfeiffer’s Catwoman might be the sexiest female character of the 90’s.
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Superman (1978)
Reeve becomes a hero for our generation. Kidder is perfect. Haackman’s just getting warmed up, in both the series and his career. The flying is a little wobbly, but overall, the effects are passable. Didn’t realize Superman Returns copied/paid homage to so much of the dialogue from this movie.
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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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