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Hollidaysburg (2014)
Keep an eye out for Anna Martimucci
This was such a beautiful little film about going back home and learning to let go. After having seen the trailer I was definitely more excited for this film that Shane Dawson's Not Cool. They are both in competition On Starz' The chair to win a grand prize of $250,000. I have to say I hope this wins because it deserves it.
The director has a real eye. The use of lighting and reflection is beautiful as is the framework of almost every shot. The actors are wonderful in their roles. Rachel Keller and Tobin Mitnik are charming and give very subtle performances. Very natural. The supporting characters are the same.
As for the plot, have we seen it before?
Yes.
But what makes this familiar territory so fresh is the fact that its from someone new. This is Anna Mertemucci Directorial debut, and if this in any indication of whats to come she has a bright future. I know I'll be keeping an eye out for her.
The film contains some language, sexual situations, and drug use.
Gotham: Pilot (2014)
Has potential
I was fairly disappointed with the pilot episode of Gotham. I felt it beat us down with showing villain after villain. We know these character and love them but do we have to see them all in the first 30 minutes. Jada Pinkett-Smith was hamming it up way too much. A little bit of subtlety would be nice. Though admittedly she wasn't getting much help from the script. Some of the dialogue was just downright awful. I also felt that the lead actors weren't all that interesting.
I will say that the look of the show is great. Some beautiful cinematography and sets. The best part of the show was when Gordon was with Bruce and Alfred. I found myself caring about what was going on in those scenes more than any other.
In the end, the show itself has potential. It just needs some better dialogue, and to concentrate less on Gordon and his partner and more on Gordon and all the characters that people actually care about.
The show contains a lot of violence, some implied sexuality, and minor language.
Not Cool (2014)
Surprised
After seeing the trailer I assumed the movie would be nothing but one joke after another and not very clever ones at that. That was not the case at all. Yes, there are many gags but that all pretty much coincide with the story and the hits are more than the misses. I found myself laughing out loud multiple times and the movie pretty much kept a smile on my face throughout.
Shane Dawson is to be commended especially this being his Directorial debut outside of Youtube. I have watched his videos and could see his style humor throughout but noticed a bit of restraint. There is a lot of off the wall humor but there were a few touching scenes as well.
Shane was also good as Scott as was Cherami Leigh as Tori. They have good chemistry and bounce off each other well. Also notable is Drew Monson as Joel. He has some of the funniest moments and has some great delivery. None of these performances are Academy Award worthy but they are fun to watch.
All in all, I really enjoyed it and bought it on Amazon to watch again. Definitely give this one a chance. I'm glad I did.
The film contains some graphic nudity, lots of crude and sexual humor, and language. Sex is pretty much only implied except for one scene which is considered rape, The scene is humorous.
Honeymoon (2014)
Creepy and atmospheric, though some may not enjoy the ending.
When a newly married couple honeymoon in the woods, you pretty much know what you are in for. Not quite the case in Leigh Janiak's Honeymoon. Surprisingly well written, acted, and directed the horror film has plenty of twists and turns to keep one intrigued but that is not the real point of the film. Its more about the reactions the couple have towards each others actions that drive the story.
Harry Treadwell (Penny Dreadful) and Rose Lesley (Game of Thrones) both give good performances as the couple Paul and Bea. Her's is a far more challenging role physically than his and there are many tiny details that she puts into her performance that enhance it. Harry Treadwell's performance is more in his eye's than anything else, really making one believe in the fear and confusion over his wife's strange and at times disturbing actions.
Two thirds of the film is psychological thriller while the last fifteen minutes or so leans more toward a gore aspect. There is one seen in particular in the end the is especially disturbing and for some, stomach churning. The end is creepy but sadly predictable. Some will enjoy it but many will not.
In the end I do recommend Honeymoon. It has some truly terrifying moments and the performances are good.
There is some graphic nudity, though sex is pretty much just implied, and some disturbing, gory violence. The tone of the film is unsettling.
Savage Grace (2007)
Riveting
The film has received much criticism for its "slow and episodic" pace, "bad" acting, and controversial elements. I will agree with the controversial aspects. This is not a film that cookie cutters will appreciate. They will be disgusted and more than likely bored out of there mind. I on the other hand come from a very dysfunctional family(not as dysfunctional), and at times related to certain characters. TO me the film was very direct in its approach and honestly quite tasteful for the subject matter. The pacing was as it should be. It was gradual not slow, it helped to build the tension. As for it being episodic, it is because the son is telling the story through his letters and journals. As for the acting I found it to be quite good with the exception of the son. I found his performance at times too emotionless. Julianne Moore more than makes up for it with her performance. She is a powerhouse. Brilliant Oscar worthy performance. The final scenes which I have heard are anticlimactic, in my opinion were refreshingly realistic and not overly dramatic.
So bottom line well-done film with an amazing performance by Julianne Moore, but could've been better with a more personal performance by the son
******* out of **********
How to Deal (2003)
The reason to see this movie is because of Mandy Moore's performance
How to deal is a fairly well done movie that does not deserve the reviews it recieved from critics. This film is most definately a chick flick and many guys will want to stear clear. But females from ages 13-17 will definatly want to see it. They might even relate to some of the characters. Once again though there are some fine performances in this film, Allison Janney, as halleys Mom and Alexandra Holden as Halley's best friend, Mandy Moore steals the show, and frankley saves the film from absolute catastrophe.