Semi-spoiler.
Why has Zach / Zack character not been killed off or turned 'muncher' yet? Honestly the wide-eyed pursuit of his mom Kelly, who is clearly interested in his pulsating blood, is just getting silly now!
Wasn't going to watch this as the story was complete in just the 1st season. Gave it a look though & have to admit, it doesn't look like it will have much/ anything interesting to add to the original premise.
The Fall Guy without a cameo from Lee Majors?
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Of course not, it's in the end credits! :thumbsup:
23 April 2012
Right ; here it is; I've finally seen "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2011)" & was underwhelmed. It's well acted & shot. The dialogue is ....... well lost by an unnecessary amount of background 'noise' (how much music!) Quite frankly the 2009 film (Swedish version, NOT dubbed; read the subtitles) is head and shoulders better in these fields plus also covers more of the plot points from the novel in only about 20 minutes more screen time. I wanted to enjoy this so much but having seen Michael Nyqvist as 'Kalle' Blomkvist Daniel Craig was just going to have too much to do to even come close. I do like how Michael's daughter snagged a role as the girl who sells Daniel coffee, cakes & ciggies! If you haven't seen either film start with this; then seek out the trilogy with Noomi Rapace, Michael Nyqvist et al to see how it should be done. Oh & read the books as well, it's worth it!
The film is an increasingly melodramatic affair, pop music used excellently (Kiss AND Blondie!) The film does have issues associated with it's production, age of cast etc. The performances are all solid and a young Tom Cruise is a (blink and you miss it) pivotal character (Billy) for putting an idea in David's mind....:fire:
Watched in the main for the cars and what cars they are. Very concerned that they change when they run into water though :person_facepalming_tone1:♀
A great companion short to "The Wrecking Season". Nick Drake is and was a great subject for a film maker, communicating his outlook and life experience.
John Hannah makes everything better.
Unsure as to wether I wanted to watch the film I sought out the trailer..... Hearing "Pure" by The Lightning Seeds again had me hooked (I was a fan 1st time round; 30 years ago in 1990!)........At least the story gets a bit more emotional in the 3rd act.
I'm ALWAYS a sucker for a soundtrack favourite though.
From the opening titles (which ape the period the film is set) to the end credits, it's a beautiful, emotional ride.
An ambitious film. Impressive scope with civil war reenactors involved as extras (the "Making Of..." documentary is an interesting companion piece) Running time is intimidating making it an easier at home watch. The ONE complaint is on some facial 'wig' work that is just too WTF, especially as original photographs are also displayed.
An unexpected brilliant turn by Brittany Murphy giving an energetic performance in a light rom-com story. She is the standout character, a whirlwind who propels her friends and acquaintances throughout the picture. (Particularly appreciated the depiction of London without it's horrendous 21st century skyline melange of disparate towers!)
From the pen of David Renwick comes this classically English Drama-Com. The two seasons have a distinct difference in feel (beyond the obvious episode durations) The first season being more interesting with it's dual leads illustrating the romantic search for "the one". Tamsin Greig is exceptional as usual in a role filled with pathos and longing.
Deeper in season 2 but it's finally here....the Trejo Coffee and Donuts cameo. :thumbsup:
After so many accolades and awards The Skewer makes the foray into the visual world, and the end result is as good as the audio episodes. (If you've not yet heard them then I urge you, seek them out and listen with headphones for the best experience!)
What a rug pull. Excellent handling and a great way to narratively address this second season being so different to the first in it's overall feel.
A spy?
Sweetly constructed short exploding the fantastic life of Amelie.
I'll stay with the fantasy though please. :heart:
An interesting recap that unfortunately misses out the facilitation of the UK press in aiding and abetting the "state of chaos". Repeatedly unchallenging and accepting the 'answers' proffered by ministers and MPs helped sustain the debacle (and unfortunately still remains!)
Such a shame that the Disneyfication of the life of Matoaka has repeated the colonial myth created by John Smith and others. An opportunity exists to tell the real story, though it would present a less than pretty picture!
Curiously it's another film with Mel Gibson that takes history, and plays fast and loose!
Frequently cited as a "bad sitcom" the show is nothing of the sort. In fact there is a charm to the ensemble cast, who also appear to be enjoying themselves during the taping. I'm uncertain as to whether it was recorded live in front of an audience (it does have the feel of it) The series gets into it's stride after a few episodes, it's a shame that the original broadcast of the final episodes was done so off handedly (a 3 month gap is a shabby way to treat the hard work of cast & crew!) The Geena Davis Show is well worth a watch, definitely binge worthy too. After 23 years I think it's time for a re-evaluation of a much maligned work of FUN!
Jerry Orbach returns to the world of Kojak (as a different character) Andre Braugher and Telly Savalas have some classic Kojak dialogue exchanges,band the scripting is back up with best of the series episodes. A good show put to bed a little too early.
Jerry Orbach returns to the world of Kojak (as a different character) Andre Braugher and Telly Savalas have some classic Kojak dialogue exchanges,band the scripting is back up with best of the series episodes. A good show put to bed a little too early.
It's the penultimate Kojak film and Telly Savalas is reunited, on-screen, with Kevin Dobson (now Assistant DA Robert Crocker!)
Detective Blake is the most active regular character, the storyline focused more on the machinations of the bad guys. Also can't avoid mentioning Theo's choice of headgear, a beret
It's the penultimate Kojak film and Telly Savalas is reunited, on-screen, with Kevin Dobson (now Assistant DA Robert Crocker!)
Detective Blake is the most active regular character, the storyline focused more on the machinations of the bad guys. Also can't avoid mentioning Theo's choice of headgear, a beret
Kojak and Blake are still the most engaging characters, but the rest of the squad features more in the story this time.
Kojak and Blake are still the most engaging characters, but the rest of the squad features more in the story this time.
Chop-socky blaxploitation fare from the pen of Duck Miller! All this a tight running time and a sudden endin
Lieutenant Kojak and Detective Blake are bedding in as comfortable characters in the 'mystery movie night' format. Location street footage is used more sparingly in this story. A rather odd accent from Paul Guilfoyle too.
Lieutenant Kojak and Detective Blake are bedding in as comfortable characters in the 'mystery movie night' format. Location street footage is used more sparingly in this story. A rather odd accent from Paul Guilfoyle too.
Andre Braugher as Detective Winston Blake is superb. An engaging realistic and truthful foil to Inspector Kojak. A twisty plot that as an audience we are drawn through by engaging actors. And a return to form with those cutaways of REAL New York streetlife. :statue_of_liberty:
