Monday, May 27, 2002

MOVIE - UNFAITHFUL - $$$$$ (OUT OF 10) A tale of betrayal that stars Richard Gere, Diane Lane and Oliver Martinez. I really think that whether or not you like this movie will to a large degree depend on your perspective on adultery. The story is really a reworking of the tale of Adam and Eve, with Martinez taking the place of the apple and suburbia taking the place of the garden of Eden. If you're "tempted" to go see Unfaithful do so at your own risk. FOR FULL REVIEW & LINKS TO ALTERNATIVE REVIEWS: http://radio.weblogs.com/0108788/stories/2002/10/23/movieUnfaithfuloutOf10.html 1:53:39 AM      MOVIE - THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST $$$$$ $$$$ (OUT OF 10) Colin Firth, Rupert Everett, Francis O'Connor, Reese Witherspoon, Judy Dench and Tom Wilkinson (In The Bedroom) star in this comedy, set in the 1890's, that is an excellent adaption of Oscar Wilde's famous play. All of the actors involved give excellent performances, including Ms. Witherspoon, who is not out of her leaugue here. The supporting cast is also a delight. Watching this movie was a pleasure and a delight. The mostly middle aged audience, seeking a refuge from today's blockbusters, laughed in unison throughout this whimiscal farce. BTW, there is a running gag in this approximately 90 minute movie, about the plethora of endless 3 volume novels (read 3 hour movies). I am gratified to know that Oscar Wilde and myself share the belief that a good story doesn't have to be 3 volumes long. Miramax, is to be commended for still occassionally releasing a movie such as this. It won't be in theatres very long, no doubt, and I highly recommend getting to see it before it disappears. It is both enjoyable in of itself and as an example of what a good movie is supposed to be like. Alternate review: http://www.rollingstone.com/mv_reviews/review.asp?mid=2043897 1:00:11 AM      MOVIE - UNFAITHFUL - $$$$$ reviewed above 12:57:32 AM      MOVIE - INSOMNIA - $$$$$ $$$$ (OUT OF 10) The following list should give you a good idea how good this psychological thriller is: Exe. Producer - George Clooney; Director - Chris Nolan; Academy Award Winners - Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Hilary Swank. Without giving you the details, Insomnia is all about the thin line that separates the gifted comedian from the psycho, the good cop from the bad and the thin blue line that differentiates the thief from the thief catcher. Great acting, great writing, great direction. Opening on thousands of less screens than the mediorce summer blockbusters. If you see just one movie, this summer, see Insomnia. FOR FULL REVIEW & LINKS TO ALTERNATIVE REVIEWS: http://radio.weblogs.com/0108788/stories/2002/10/23/movieInsomniaoutOf10.html 12:55:40 AM      This is a MOVIE REVIEW weblog. This is my first stab at web publishing. The opinions expressed here are my own. I have no industry connections of any kind. I do know a good movie when I see one though. If you want an independent perspective then my movie reviews may be the answer. I do not believe a movie review should give away the plot of the movie you are interested in attending and I will strive to avoid doing just that. Considering the price, of movies today, my rating scale is based on value for your money. I will use "$" signs, up to a maximum of 10, to indicate if in my opinion the movie is worth seeing. I will also provide links to professional reviews of the same movies to provide another perspective. I hope you enjoy this site and the movies as well. 12:51:57 AM

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