This movie has only one thing going for it, but it excels at that one thing: stunning visuals.
I was blown away by the sharp motion and brilliant color of this movie. It was an intense carnival for the eyes.
Unfortunately I think you could only get that effect by watching it on the big screen. All the same, I was pumped when I left the theatre. If you want a visually educed adrenaline rush, this movie delivers
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You think you can drive a car and change the world? It doesn't work like that! - Maybe not, but it's the only thing I know how to do and I gotta do something.
This isn't a race; it's a showdown.
I couldn't have been more proud of you, son. Not because you won, but because you stood up, you weren't afraid, and you did what you thought was right
Honestly, when are movie makers going to realize that SEX SCENES ARE CLICHÉ!?
When it comes to sex scenes, it’s all been done before.
And what is the benefit anyway? Movies are best when they use authentic chemistry to communicate characters’ relationships, and good writing to give those characters meaningful experiences.
After I graduated high school, my best friend and I went on a cruse. The TV’s in the rooms ran a couple movies on cycles, and this was one of them. So we watched it a lot and got to like it.
If you asked me, this movie was Lindsay Lohan’s peak – before she became wild blonde and waifish – You know, when she was attractive for real.
I heard that this movie was inspired by some sociological studies that looked into the cruel competition that often arises among teenage girls. So… everything you’re watching in the movie is based on actual behavior. Sorta scary.
But in the end it’s got a good message. We have more to gain by accepting each other. Judgment and division only hurts us.
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That is so fetch!
You're a regulation hottie.
- What?
- Own it.
That one there, that's Karen Smith. She is one of the dumbest girls you will ever meet. Damien sat next to her in English last year.
- She asked me how to spell orange.
That little one, that's Gretchen Wieners.
- She's totally rich because her dad invented Toaster Streudels.
Gretchen Wieners knows everybody's business, she knows everything about everyone.
- That's why her hair is so big, it's full of secrets.
And evil takes a human form in Regina George. Don't be fooled because she may seem like your typical selfish, back-stabbing slut faced ho-bag, but in reality, she's so much more than that.
- She's the queen bee - the star, those other two are just her little workers.
Don't have sex, because you will get pregnant and die! Don't have sex in the missionary position, don't have sex standing up, just don't do it, OK, promise? OK, now everybody take some rubbers.
She's fabulous, but she's evil.
Boo, you whore.
The weird thing about hanging out with Regina was that I could hate her, and at the same time, I still wanted her to like me.
I'm sorry that people are so jealous of me... but I can't help it that I'm so popular.
I like *invented* her, you know what I mean?
I know it may look like I was being like a bitch, but that's only because I was acting like a bitch
Hell, no. I did *not* leave the South Side for this!
Did your teacher ever try to sell you marijuana or ecstasy tablets?
- No.
- What are marijuana tablets?
Half the people in this room are mad at me, and the other half only like me because they think I pushed somebody in front a bus, so that's not good.
Key Elements: Lines – Characters – Message – Music
My Review:
I grew up on oldies so when this movie came out, I was stoked. Amazingly all the original songs in the movie SOUND like they belong to the time they were written for. Well done.
Also, I had a huge crush on Liv Tyler’s character, Faye – so that helped my enjoyment of the film.
The story tracks a band as it goes from garage obscurity to wild success to an ultimate breakup. It’s a great ride along the way as we get to know the characters – Lenny’s quips especially are hysterical.
But the message of the movie comes from the interesting juxtaposition between Jimmie and Guy.
Jimmie is truly talented and we are told he goes on to be wildly successful in the music industry. He is driven, but his drive leaves him, in the end, alone and unhappy.
Guy on the other hand is also talented, but he is less driven. His interest is not for the success, but for the music itself. We see his genuine love for the music throughout - from his late night solo drum sessions to his awe of meeting and jamming with his idol, soulful Jazz musician Dell Paxton. Though Guy finds some success as a musician, it never matches Jimmie’s. All the same, in the end, Guy is in love and happy.
The message is about being genuine and not selling out. Jimmie was a sell out – though he got what he thought he wanted, he wasn’t happy. Guy on the other hand was genuine, and he got everything he wanted – the music AND the girl.
Interesting note: The film’s fictional record company, Playtone, became the name of Tom Hank’s production company after this film was made.
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Hey, wasn't that our fan?
You mean actually make a record? A record record, record?
Are you crazy? A man in a really nice camper wants to put our song on the radio! Gimme a pen, I'm signin'! You're signin'! We're all signin'!
You guys look great in black, have I told you that?
You guys look great in gold, have I told you that?
You guys look great in red, have I told you that?
You see, we're not "The Wonders" right now. We're "Cap'n Geech and the Shrimp Shack Shooters"
It is very important that you don't stink today. - Hey, I make no guarantees.
Where was I? Oh yeah, playing songs on my guitar.
She told me never trust a label. And I'm beginning to believe her. - Well, sure. I mean, come on. They put us up in a first class hotel, all expenses paid, while our record climbs the charts; bunch of lyin' snakes. Sorry I'm buggin' you! I guess I'm alone in my principles. - Oh come on. Oh, there he goes off to his room to write that hit song "Alone in my principles."
I have wasted thousands and thousands of kisses on you - kisses that I thought were special because of your lips and your smile and all your color and life. I used to think that was the real you, when you smiled. But now I know you don't mean any of it. You just save it for all your songs. Shame on me for kissing you with my eyes closed so tight.
Shoulda dumped you in Pittsburgh! …Which one of you butts said we were engaged? - The same person who said you had class, Jimmy.
But we still have a hit record. - Yes, you do… The one-hit Wonders - A very common tale.
You know, Horace was right about you, Guy; you are the smart one. Lenny is the fool, Jimmy is the... talent, and Faye is... well, now, Faye is special, isn't she? And you are the smart one. That's what I think, anyway
Was she a good kisser? - Yeah. Yeah? - It would be ungentlemanly of me to elaborate. Gentleman. I'd forgotten what you guys looked like.
When was the last time you were decently kissed? I mean, truly, truly, good and kissed?
Fan-driven movies are usually released via a midnight showing. If you ask me, those nights are the best time to see the movies.
I’ve been to several of these opening night showings: 300, Harry Potter, Narina, Twilight. Though I was not a super-fan of any of these franchizes, I was glad to get to see them with a room full of real super fans. There’s a couple reasons for this:
First, super-fans tend to dress up. Seeing their hilariously make-shift costumes is almost like a show in itself before the movie even starts.
Second, there’s a more liberated viewing environment in these showings. It’s more like a sporting event with people cheering, whistling and yelling out jokes. Surprisingly, this usually doesn’t detract from the movie, but adds to the enjoyment of it.
And lastly, It’s easier to enjoy a movie when you’re surrounded by people absolutely thrilled by it. The enjoyment is kind of contagious.
So the next time a fan-fabulous movie is released at midnight, I highly suggest you try to get tickets.
Key Elements: Story – Lines –Characters – Message – Music
My Review:
I was crazy about this movie when it came out. I was ten years old and felt like this movie was made especially for me. With great animation, funny lines and sequences and an important message, it’s one of the better original Disney movies to be made in a while.
But the best part about it is that it shows the importance of a father in a boys life. Max and Goofy are at each others throats through most of the story. But when they open up to each other, they find they can understand each other and finally come together.
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This is a vacation with me and my best buddy. - Donald Duck? No, silly, with you!
Key Elements: Story – Characters – Concept – Message - Music My Review:
Sci Fi romances are an unusual genre of film. This is probably because they’re hard to make without being completely campy and contrived. The only ones I can think of that actually pull it off are Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind and this one.
A 1940’s test pilot is planning to propose to his girlfriend. But before he can work up the nerve, she gets in a traffic accident. He believes she is dead. In despair, he signs up for his friend’s military cryogenic freezing experiment. He is supposed to be frozen for only a year. Unfortunately, soon after he is frozen, the friend dies and he is forgotten, put into storage.
Years later, two boys accidentally unfreeze him. As he stumbles to consciousness, he realizes that he is in a different time and he cannot find anyone familiar with the experiment. He accepts the hospitality of a boy and his mother. While trying to find out what happened to his friend, he discovers that the woman he loved and believed to be dead is actually alive. But the effects of the freezing are taking a toll on his body. Will he survive long enough to make it to his love?
Ok… it SOUNDS corny. But somehow, the execution works.
You really believe this man is hurting, that he really loves his girl. And you come to like him as you watch the way he carries himself. His old school style and manners stun every woman he talks to. And his old school left hook stuns any guy who doesn’t treat women right.
Also, the kid is hilarious adding an element of childlike wonder to the otherwise over the top premise.
This movie has heart all over it. Whether it’s the main characters undying love, or the kid serenading his schoolyard sweetheart, the message is that if you love them, you should tell them, because you might not get another chance. Great watch.
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You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy, when skies are gray. You'll never know dear, how much I love you. Please don't take my sunshine away. - Is this some kind of prank? No, sir. No, sir this is very serious. My name is Nat Cooper and I'm in love with your daughter. - Nat... go home.
