-Never before have I seen a movie which has evoked such anger. There are no words. I'm not usually so violently disappointed, so it's taking me a long time to digest the whole thing. I wouldn't have felt so betrayed if the first and second movies were of this same substandard caliber, but they were quite good, making this abomination truly incredible in comparison. I left the theater in a frenzy of swear words which I don't ever recall hearing before. -The experience of watching it was surreal- I couldn't believe my eyes for a great portion of the middle. -For some reason someone felt it necessary to squeeze in as much over-the-top camp as conceivably possible, rendering me stunned- I was laughing, but AT the movie, not with it. These silly scenes were markedly out of place, and just too ridiculous for words- the scene in which Peter takes his date to the bar left me flabbergasted. -It was eerily reminiscent of Superman III on more than one occasion. Watch both for your self if you can- it's scary. -There were simply too many subplots. Part of Spider-man II's charm and success was in its relative simplicity- not a whole lot was going on plot-wise, giving the film time to develop characters in meaningful ways. This time a path following in the God-forsaken footsteps of the Fantastic Four was chosen, selling out what had such truly great potential. -The high budget was for the most part invisible- perhaps the actors soaked up most of it, but for the price tag attached, I expected better choreography, special effects... and the dubbing for Mary Jane was noticeably poor. 4/10- How could you, Stan Lee?
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Going Bananas
(1987)
Wowie Zowie
21 February 2005
I must admit: I only caught the last 5 minutes on HBO, but from what I could see, it appeared to not only be one of the greatest films cinema has ever borne witness to in all of human history, but the greatest film cinema has ever borne witness to in all of history by about a trillion times the next closest movie. I was thoroughly entertained,and I felt a special link to the comedic monkey: his tears, and his triumphs. The classic elements of great cinema were all present: inept monkey-nabbers, emotional drama, boy/monkey love, and, of course, a melon-lobbing money named Bonzo. To reiterate: wowie zowie. Wowie zowie.
Alien vs. Predator
(2004)
Everything I Expaceted
12 August 2004
Warning: Spoilers
**SPOILERS ABOUND** I'm a fan of fun movies that don't take themselves seriously... kinda like Freddy Vs. Jason, (Notice the similar naming scheme... coincidence...?) and this movie is right up my alley. The movie begins with what I mapped as about 40 minutes of confusingly obscure plot development which was violence-less and very alien-less. With each moment the movie progressed the viewer was able to accurately guess what the next ten minutes of the movie was about to reveal. A crack team of specialists formed by a super-powerful billionaire with adventurelust going straight to Antarctica. Nice. Sounds plausible to me. The movie sags on the scenes developing characters. Come on. Who's going to watch this kind of movie to care about a sassy black lady? Or an Enlgishman who has kids? Bring on the pain. After the overdeveloped plot made sufficient "sense" the writers were out of ideas, and BOY does it show. For better, or for worse. As usual, the aliens run amok. The THREE predators were quickly reduced to two after some tragic mishaps, (filmed in bullet-time, no less) and the humans provided the screams and filler gore. Soon after unraveling any mysteries left in the plot, (which of course is completely BULLET PROOF) the people's population is soon reduced to one. The sassy black lady. The true turning point of the movie was when the lady proved her worth by accidentally sticking an alien with the predator's spear. After that, the best scene is set up. The lady and predator become friends.
From then on, the theater had a steady stream of chuckles derived from the scenes of the lady and her new buddy chilling out, (but not literally even though it's set on the south pole...). I don't know if predators come with different personalities or what, but for some reason this guy really liked the black lady, (notice my use of the term... not that it has significance, just because I never really caught her name). Staying true to the plot of a Greek tragedy, the lady gains everything, and leaves with nothing. Her friend is killed by the alien queen, just after the queen is left to sink to a watery and disappointingly boring end. The predators leave, and the movie ends. The last scene alludes to a possible SEQUEL. Oooohhhh boy! My thoughts: If the tagline is "Whoever wins, we lose" how did we lose? Was having that pyramid destroyed really considered "losing?" Did that lady die out there in the harsh antarctic climate, or was she unaffected like every other person in the move, (no shivering or steam breath at all!)? Why did that great predator have to die? Overall: 1/10 for real cinema, but an 8/10 for entertainment/fun. If I could choose, I would see it again, but not after that.
From then on, the theater had a steady stream of chuckles derived from the scenes of the lady and her new buddy chilling out, (but not literally even though it's set on the south pole...). I don't know if predators come with different personalities or what, but for some reason this guy really liked the black lady, (notice my use of the term... not that it has significance, just because I never really caught her name). Staying true to the plot of a Greek tragedy, the lady gains everything, and leaves with nothing. Her friend is killed by the alien queen, just after the queen is left to sink to a watery and disappointingly boring end. The predators leave, and the movie ends. The last scene alludes to a possible SEQUEL. Oooohhhh boy! My thoughts: If the tagline is "Whoever wins, we lose" how did we lose? Was having that pyramid destroyed really considered "losing?" Did that lady die out there in the harsh antarctic climate, or was she unaffected like every other person in the move, (no shivering or steam breath at all!)? Why did that great predator have to die? Overall: 1/10 for real cinema, but an 8/10 for entertainment/fun. If I could choose, I would see it again, but not after that.
Bowling for Columbine
(2002)
A word to those who are either outspoken, uneducated, or both...
14 December 2003
Just as in essay,it is the nature of film to be based on opinion. It is unfair to say that this movie lies or manipulates. The fact is that no one forces you to sit and watch this movie, or to agree with anything it implies or says. To me the best part of this piece is its controversial nature, and that it gets people to think- one way or another. I also find it amusing at the number of people who viciously bash this movie and Moore. I find much of what you all say one-sided. I see no objectivity in what you say, (though I recognize that this is a review, and as such, biased) be more fair- there is prejudice and bias all around us every day. The news is far worse than this movie in that it really SHOULD be fact, since that is what it claims to be. Yet, I see no one balancing out their statements with the other side of the "falsehood scale." If you haven't seen it, and you are up to the mental task, sit down and watch it, and think. We as a people could all learn a lot from Moore not by his opinions, but by his ability to address an issue, and to really think about something. All of you loud conservatives, stop sweating bullets, you have your media of propaganda... don't discredit others' opinions.
Final Fantasy VII
(1997 Video Game)
To all who can't recognize greatness when it stares them in the face...
23 August 2003
This game was the first of its kind I ever played. Because of this one game, I went on to dozens of others, as this opened the door to a whole new spin on gaming for me. I must have played through this game at least 15 times, and I love it every time.
It's many subtleties, side quests, and overall excellence make this one of the best games of all time.
Considering all the trash, the useless dribble, the terrible recycled garbage that is commonplace today, Final Fantasy VII is a pillar of gaming at its very best.
Its great diversity offers a difficulty level appropriate for as much as you are set on putting into it- whether you're just set on seeing the ending, or destroying the Ruby Weapon.
Those who so harshly criticize this game obviously lack the attention to detail, and the insight to truly enjoy a work such as this. FFVII towers over almost every CURRENT game available today.
This game is not meant to be played, it is meant to be enjoyed.
I highly recommend immersing yourself in this adventure Role Playing Game. 11 // 10 --- One of the greatest games of all time.
It's many subtleties, side quests, and overall excellence make this one of the best games of all time.
Considering all the trash, the useless dribble, the terrible recycled garbage that is commonplace today, Final Fantasy VII is a pillar of gaming at its very best.
Its great diversity offers a difficulty level appropriate for as much as you are set on putting into it- whether you're just set on seeing the ending, or destroying the Ruby Weapon.
Those who so harshly criticize this game obviously lack the attention to detail, and the insight to truly enjoy a work such as this. FFVII towers over almost every CURRENT game available today.
This game is not meant to be played, it is meant to be enjoyed.
I highly recommend immersing yourself in this adventure Role Playing Game. 11 // 10 --- One of the greatest games of all time.
Hulk
(2003)
Nice!
20 June 2003
The Hulk was exactly what i expected- a visually superior comic movie which is viewable if you know nothing or everything about the characters.
The special effects are great, and camera work is an innovative comic book style, which is interesting and exciting to watch.
Even my girlfriend, (who hates the movies in general and doesn't care for action movies) was impressed, and thorougly enjoyed this movie.
Don't listen to hyper-critics who are unable to correctly accept or grasp the concept and/or intent of The Hulk- it's definatley enjoyable by the vast majority of teatre-goers, and is WORTH the money spent to see it.
All in all, a great movie, which should be viewed on the big screen if you're able to.
The special effects are great, and camera work is an innovative comic book style, which is interesting and exciting to watch.
Even my girlfriend, (who hates the movies in general and doesn't care for action movies) was impressed, and thorougly enjoyed this movie.
Don't listen to hyper-critics who are unable to correctly accept or grasp the concept and/or intent of The Hulk- it's definatley enjoyable by the vast majority of teatre-goers, and is WORTH the money spent to see it.
All in all, a great movie, which should be viewed on the big screen if you're able to.
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