"You've been activated!" The President of the United States of America is called on to make the most difficult decisions on a daily basis, decisions of national security - life or death, the buck stops with him when it comes to the toughest calls, something to think about as we come to the conclusion of our national election. What happens if the President makes the … [Read more...] about Eagle Eye
Archives for September 2008
Igor
Break free from stereotypes. In a word, this film was unique from start to fin. Not since my youth have I seen so many bold concepts thrown out to an audience without apology or trying too hard to make it politically correct that by the time it gets sent to the public, it is a toned-down, homogenized mess. You won't find that with Igor, in fact, I will wager you will be … [Read more...] about Igor
Tell No One
I am envious of Dustin Hoffman. I think he's figured out the secrets of reincarnation - without dying! First, he makes me think he's a fake tanned, rough riding, Pistolero from Hell Ride, and now he's convinced me that he speaks French. If only I had that ability. Tell No One is about Doctor Alexandre Beck (Francois Cluzet) losing the love of his life, Helene (Kristin … [Read more...] about Tell No One
Ghost Town
Seeing ghosts is always a fun theme for a movie. In most you have either children (The Sixth Sense) or psychics (Ghost) having the curse - or gift - of seeing ghosts...the rest are just trying to kill the living. The other, less explored avenue is when the main character has a near death experience that allows them to get the sight. The only one I remember is The Frighteners, … [Read more...] about Ghost Town
Righteous Kill
"Most people respect the badge, but everyone respects the gun." What can be said of watching two salty veteran actors duke it out scene after scene that hasn't already been opined in all of Hollywood without sounding like some kind of sycophant? These old tough guys only had one knock against them, they were just too old, if they did this script 10 years ago - maybe it … [Read more...] about Righteous Kill