Archive for January, 2007
Freedom Writers
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I really do like Hilary Swank, but she must have had a balloon payment due on her mortgage to make this after-school-special film. I’m not a cynical person and I often get drawn into some sappy movies, but this one was absolutely cringe-worthy. The only reason I didn’t give it a “zero” is that I saw it with my 11-year old and she really liked the film and its message. Maybe she’ll watch it again years from now and cringe.
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Very entertaining film. The costumes and sets were great. Jennifer Hudson was wonderful in her film debut and should have a successful career. I did think Jamie Foxx may have been miscast in this movie. Don’t let Eddie Murphy fool you—that man can take on a serious role.
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Children of Men
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This film was released in 2006, but it didn’t make its way to Raleigh until January ’07. I thought this movie was brilliant. Clive Owen was terrific – as well as Michael Caine (I’ve never been a big Michael Caine fan before – but I thought his performance was absolutely stellar). The story line reminded me of an epic tale that explains a religion’s beginning.
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