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The Price of the American Dream (2001)
Hard-Hitting Reality!
First of all i would like to congratulate Jackie Torres for making such a bold film with true to life story. In India it was hard to find this film in a DVD store. But what attracted me towards this film was that it was kept in a DVD store with 87 Review charts and 7 stars added to it. I was than forced to rent this film and i saw it. Believe me this is one of the best films i've ever seen on illegal immigrants. The director has tried to pull off real pain out of the actors. And she has succeeded in all her ways. Full credits to Jackie Torres!!! The performances especially of Mario Ramirez and the woman who played mother! Bought tears to my eyes. I actually don't cry so easily but yes! They both were just mind-blowing. The film i think was made with real actors and was shot real. That is what it seemed attractive. The camera work was just superb! The editing was a bit slow but hey! that is what the 'drama' genre is all about.
Finally a mind blowing cinema that is like a sweet poison you want more and more! Keep it up Jackie!!!
Best Laid Plans (1999)
Excellent
When i saw this film in a cinema in India. The first thought that strike into my mind was to get this film's DVD as my personal collection. According to me this is the best thriller i've ever seen in my whole life. Brilliantly directed, Excellent camera work, Awesome performances, Mind-blowing lighting. The more you see this film, The more it grows on you. This film is like a slow but sweet poison which you don't want to miss. This film has everything. Shock, Twists, Romance, Emotions handled very very carefully. I always watch this film on DVD whenever i am free. I've till date at least seen this film 200 times, Or more. Kudos to the filmmaker for making such a wonderful cinema.