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King Arthur (2004)
A well done movie. Bravo.
I liked it. It was somewhat panned by critics, but I say they can kiss off because many critics seem to make a living completely panning good movies, and really liking stupid ones.
The music was beautiful, the action slightly gorier than I like, but also more accurate. Medieval history is my absolute favorite to study, and I like any glimpse into it, whether it's one hundred percent historically accurate or not.
I like the way the love story was only barely touched on. It seems as though every movie since Titanic has felt obligated to throw a love story into it (except "Willard" which I also liked). I also adore the way the druids were shown. Three cheers to the medieval sports bra worn by Gwynevere!
All in all, did it have a couple cheesy moments? Yes, so do most good movies. Life is cheesy sometimes. It was well acted, well played, and intensely interesting. I give the movie a 10.
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)
Wonderful (no spoilers here)
This movie was not what I expected, but it was much better. I loved it, and I recommend it to anyone who is tired of the "basic formula" of movies (stupid plot, boy meets girl and falls for her, does something stupid, nearly dies a bunch of times, insert car chase, in the end they kiss and make up). I only own 3 non-children's movies, because I very rarely watch them more than once, but I will own this one. Owen Wilson's character was wonderful, Bill Murray proved, again, why he is absolutely wonderful. I loved the "interns" and the wonderful use of unnecessary effects. A+ A+ A+! I sincerely look forward to more Wes Anderson movies! He will be one of the greats of our time. (If you haven't seen Royal Tennebaums yet, drop everything you are doing and go get it now)
Too Young to Die? (1990)
a real beaming ray of sunshine
I saw this movie on TV when it was originally released (i was 11 i think) and I never saw it again, but I fairly certain that it scarred me for life. Some of the visuals were so... disturbing. I think one sign of a well-done movie is when it's viewers can recall the images over a decade later when they are busy doing something else. I'm not sure what it was about it that stuck with me so, the hopelessness or futility? This movie really showcases Juliette Lewis's impressive acting ability, it was the first time I had ever seen her, the next time I saw her was "Natural Born Killers." I was surprised to learn that This movie was based on a true story, that's even more disturbing. I was also surprised to see that Brad Pitt was in it, I guess it's back when he was a bit less famous :). To make a long opinion about a made-for-TV movie short, not everything has a happy silver lining, and sometimes you have to be smacked in the face by cold harsh reality to appreciate the good things.