"It's classified." Swift shot: Left me wanting more on every level, too much was shoved into the script - nothing really powerful ever happens, it was like firing hollow-points at a watermelon, sure it's fun, but if you aren't taking out bad-guys, so what? The exposition never really happened, and I understand this is a film based on a TV series, that explains why … [Read more...] about Edge of Darkness
Drama
Red Dawn – 1984
Rick Swift "Wolverines" Swift shot: Classic Milius! If you read my bio, you know this was one of my favorite films growing up, it put things at the time into a perspective I appreciated. Today I have heard it described as silly and frivolous story-telling, bullshit, it was a great film and I will tell you why below... Teddy Roosevelt 1899 - "Far better it is to dare … [Read more...] about Red Dawn – 1984
Up in the Air
The H-Bomb: This bitter/sweet film about a middle-aged downsizing expert who starts to question his profession and the priorities in his life has been a critical darling during this award season, but, does it really deserve all the praise that's been heaped onto it? Read on... Jason Reitman is quickly becoming one of my favorite up and coming filmmakers. I thoroughly enjoyed … [Read more...] about Up in the Air
The Lovely Bones
"Murder changes everything" Swift shot: Magically disturbing and imaginative, The Lovely Bones redefines justice. The emotions are palpable, the suspense is terrifyingly effective, and you will be screaming at the screen. Immersion with this film is seamless, as you find yourself pulling for the characters on a gut level. It was similar to … [Read more...] about The Lovely Bones
The Book of Eli
Welcome to a world where KFC moist-wipes can get you anything! Swift shot: Decent post-apocalyptic journey with some rapid-slash fight scenes and an intriguing twist. Mila and Denzel manage well, and Oldman comes across as a believable villain - not so much a monster as an uber-realist. With harsh, gritty paneling this is definitely a must see for graphic … [Read more...] about The Book of Eli
