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The Fast and the Furious (2001)
Kept My Motor Running
The plot and conflict of "The Fast and The Furious" is nothing we haven't seen before. Halfway through I realised two of the leading characters were looking mighty similar to Steve McQueen and Ali Mac Graw in "The Getaway". But there was no bitch-slapping here. The audience cheered when Michelle Rodriguez "Girlfight" threw her one and only punch, and she held her own even though her part was minimal. This movie kept me entertained, gripping my seat, and saying "wow". In an industry filled with CGI effects, this was an action packed stunt movie, and to me there's no comparison between the two. A great ride. I really have no complaints, zero. I don't think anybody went in looking for Shakespeare, and we all left exhilarated.
Moulin Rouge! (2001)
Bring Kleenex
I can-can not recommend the entire film, but there are some great moments which last a few seconds. I attended as a Baz fan, but dazzling visuals and a few cool moments doesn't justify the whole. This might work as a play, but Cinema? No Way. We know Nichole is an amazing beauty, but - surprise Ewan carries a tune! This plot is so saccharine and trite, that even the comedy doesn't quite delight! So bring kleenex, you'll laugh at the absurdity, but you might leave covering your face or crying at the waste.
No Way Back (1995)
Great Ride from an Underrated Film
'No Way Back' reminded me of were the original 'Die Hard' and 'Speed'. A cop who's job gets increasingly personal. A put-upon hero who gets his mettle tested to the limit and loved ones are in harms way. A white-knuckle ride all the way with all kinds of action, twists and turns in the plot. Before I saw it I asked around and read fan reviews. The predominating message was that you could skip it because a particular character is annoying and whiny. I wouldn't allow that to stop you - especially if you are a Crowe fan. In addition to being an action film, it's got a sense of humor and a sense of humanity. There are some wonderful performances by two Japanese actors in the film, and one shocking one by anyone who's seen 'Beverly Hills 90210'.