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True Grit (2010)
Nice performances all around, but Steinfeld was exceptional. Most actors would struggle with dialogue that snappy, but she whipped it out like a pro. Whoever wrote the dialogue really knew the Old West. It’s wonderful.
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Firefox (1982)
Definitely liked it a lot more as a kid. The effects are dated and the drama is weak. It would be many years before Eastwood would learn how to direct.
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Lost in Translation (2003)
Coppola delivers a contemplative, emotional, and truly enjoyable experience. This movie has all of my favorite things: characters who are real and unique and interesting, an emotional story of real growth, long takes and a droning score that really draw you in. The essence of Japan, from its dazzling city…
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It’s Complicated (2009)
Of course it’s complicated when no one has any boundaries. Hard to root for morally questionable main characters, even when it’s supposed to be funny. Had a similar issue with The Bridges of Madison County, which coincidentally featured an equally slutty Meryl Streep. Great cast. Baldwin is a lot of…
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Brown Sugar (2002)
Not bad. The whole “relationship as hip hop” thing seemed a bit forced, but it works. Diggs is always cool.
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The Good Girl (2002)
Nice, offbeat humor. Arteta’s got a talent for subtlety and timing. Probably my favorite, least annoying Aniston performance. Gyllenhall and Reilly Lynch and Nelson are all perfect in supporting roles.
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8 Heads in a Duffel Bag (1997)
Puns are bad. Pesci milks his persona. But if he’s gonna do that, he has to be funnier, more over the top. He can’t just ride it. Swanson’s hot.
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Black Rain (1989)
Not bad, but quite long, and I’m not sure why. Scott succeeds in creating a Bladerunner-ish set in and around Tokyo and fills it with ceiling fans. Douglas is pretty cool. I’ve always wondered why Garcia never had a real career. He’s got the look. Does he really lack dramatic…
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Stand by Me (1986)
A nice, simple Stephen King story. I remember enjoying it more when I was younger, but it still holds up pretty well. Amazing cast. The kids do a great job, delivering wonderfully written dialogue with ease.
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