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Babel (2006)
A Masterpiece
I will keep this short and sweet. I saw Babel not three days ago, and it blew my mind. The interlocking stories are so well weaved together through imagery, symbolism and story. Innaritu is a genius for working with such a complex storyline and such difficult themes and still making a fabulous film. Also, the acting is superb. The Japanese story involves a deaf mute girl named Chieko, and she is portrayed extremely well. I would not be surprised if at least one of the actors gets a nomination come the Oscars. The locations really complement the movie. the film is set in Mexico, Morocco, and Tokyo, Japan. the locations have a lot of symbolism. Babel definitely deserves an A in my book. Its my Oscar pick for best original screen writing.
Man of the Year (2006)
Totally advertised wrong!
I just had the opportunity to screen "Man of The Year" only to be completely shocked and disappointed. Not only is the movie barely a comedy, but the jokes are pretty much Robin Williams stand-up form 2002. Literally, if you've seen or heard his 2002 Broadway routine, you'll recognize jokes. In terms of how its not a comedy; well let's see, Williams plays Tom Dobbs, a TV political comedian who decides to run for president. OK, that sets up a great comedy idea, plenty of funny opportunities. Oh no. Instead, most of the movie is a complete political thriller. Laura Linney 's role turns the movie into a Manchurian Candidate meets a Robin Williams special. The movie has strong political messages, sure. But thats not why i went to see a movie.. basic equation should be: Robin Williams + Political Commentary = Funny Political commentary - its so simple. Well they messed something up (Barry Levinson not writing a comedy i suppose).
The New World (2005)
A whole New World of film-making!
Terrence Malick's film, The New World,is a cinematic experience like no other. Set in Virginia during the Discovery Age, The New World sends the viewer back in time for a retelling of the story of Native American princess, Pocahontas, and gives a detailed perspective on life for the English Settlers of Jamestown and the Native Americans that encounter them. Colin Farrell, Christian bale, and new-to-the-screen actress Q'Orianka Kilcher lead an outstanding cast as John Smith (Farrell) John Rowlfe (Bale) and Pocahontas (Kilcher). The films cinematography is outstanding, having a subtle, artsy style that truly captures the essence of the story and time period. The costumes are extremely well done and fit the period. Unlike past Pocahontas tales such as Disney's version, Pocahontas, the story is historically accurate and the Native Americans don't speak English, and certainly not through magic as in Disney's story. Overall, The New World is a dramatic, yet fast-paced and compelling tale that is put on the silver screen perfectly.