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Michael Mann directs this high octane shoot'em up crime/gangster flick, Public Enemies. Public Enemies is based on the true story of the legendary bank robber, John Dillinger (Johnny Depp). John Dillinger & his gang featuring Baby Face Nelson & Alvin Karpis were so quick getting in & out of banks by robbing them. Nobody would stand in Dillinger's way or they would end up paying the price. John Dillinger was so popular for many reasons basically for being the best at what he does which is robbing banks. The women wanted to be with him & guys wanted to be him. Everytime he would get taken to prison he would always end up finding away how to break out. Dillinger has a lovely girlfriend named Billie Frechette (Marion Cotillard). They are happy together & plan on spending the rest of their lives together. As Dillinger & his girlfirend settle down. Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale) who gets appointed to take the lead of FBI to head out & capture Dillinger & his gang. When Purvis tries to catch Dillinger & his gang, somehow Dillinger would outsmart & outgun Purvis & his men. When Dillinger & his gang thinks they stopped the FBI they were wrong. As Dillinger keeps contiuning his adventure, Purvis rounds up a special unit of gunfighters & hopes to stop Dillinger & his gang for good.
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Public Enemies is extremly good crime/drama. It was satisfying enough where it keeps you entertained as you enjoy watching Depp as Dillinger going about his life as a gangster. This movie has about everything you want in a crime movie which includes action, drama, romance & thrills. This movie had alot of shootouts where Depp outguns Bales men who are on his tail all the way. i have good & bad points about this film but didn't affect me from loving it.
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What I liked about the shootings was hearing the loud gunshots from the sub machine guns. I've never experienced hearing guns firing that loud before. It seemed as if dynamite was going off in the theater as I was watching it. There was one great shootout that took place at a lodge in Little Bohemia as Purvis closes in on Dillinger & his gang. It lasted about 15 minutes long which was a complete shocker. Thats scene alone stand as the best shootout I've ever experience in a film. Don't think they will make another movie with a long shootout like that ever. The shootouts were the biggest highlights in the film I think.
The next thing I liked about this movie was the digital filming. I don't know why everyone is complaining so much about the way this film was made. Everyone knows that Michael Mann has his own way of filming his movies. Michael Mann likes to put you right in the show while watching. I thought the high digital was rather appropiate for this film because it was a biography of John Dillinger. I thought that made it more interesting to watch. However, I do have to agree with others on one thing & that is how close he had the camera up on the characters. Like I said before just the way Michael shoots. It's different but I still like it. In some way the digtal feel to the movie made it entertaining. I hope Mann continues to use digital in filming his movies. It's the best I've seen yet.
My negative points about this film was not having develop on any of the characters. I mean once the movie starts off, you see Dillinger going to prison but ends up escaping with his gang where neither one of them are introduced. I thought the opening was a a bit rushed. So i'm guessing that was the reason why we didn't get to know everyone. I just don't see how Mann could forget knowing the characters. Thats the main key to any movie. You never jump into a movie without character development first. If you don't know who anyone is, how can you like or even get into them. Well, I'm sorry to say for those you are going in for that you will come out empty handed.
My next problem I had with this film was the love story. I know that Dillinger got involved with a woman but this was just about Dillinger & his gang against Purvis & his Feds. I just thought it would've made the movie better if they just stook out the love story & concenrated on the cat & mouse between Depp & Bale.
Now, the acting from the cast. All I can say is Wow! from everyone. None of the casting was bad which was a surprise. The real stars that shines here is Depp, Bale, & the lovely Marion Cottilard. Those three just made this movie spectacular to watch. If it wasn't for them, this movie would be nothing.
Johnny Depp who portrayed the legendary bank robber John Dillinger was perfectly casted. Depp was a very vicious gang leader who knows what he's doing. Johnny does exactly what he's suppose to do in his role & that is stay in control. Johnny is good in anything he does that comes off with no surprise. You can just tell when you see him that he's ready for anything meaning getting the job done. His performance for this one is a goldmine thats considered his best performance ever.
Christian Bale whos my favorite actor played Melvin Purvis who was assigned to track down Dillinger & his gang. I think that Bale was side with Depp stealing the show. It was tied between the two of them where I don't know which one is better than the other. What I liked about Christian in this one was his southern accent. He made it look so believible. Didn't really know how he was going to do with it before watching him but after I was very impressed that I know he can do anything when he sets his mind on it.
The beautiful Marion Cottilard who played Billie Fretchette aka Dillinger's girlfriend. Not knowing who this woman is but after watching her I noticed that she comes off powerful. She proves that she has star power still after winning all those awards for best actress. I know why Mann picked her to star in this film because of her looks & her glorius oscar worthy acting. I thought she had good chemistry with Depp during the scenes I saw the two of them in. It was defenily believible enough. For seeing Marion for the first time on screen, I fell in love with her. She's just so talented & gorgeous. Hope to see more of her in films such as this one.
Overall, if your in to true life biopics, action/adventure, & the actors this one is the one for you. If you go in expecting that this movie is like the dark knight, its not. Public Enemies is full of firepower thats stunning & visualizing arts with a story that keeps you interested, extroadinary acting, & intense moments that will keep you on the edge watching till the final showdown.
John Dillinger: They ain't tough enough, smart enough or fast enough. I can hit any bank I want, any time. They got to be at every bank, all the time.
John Dillinger: Were having to much fun today to think about tomorrow.
Melvin Purvis: The only way you're walking out of this jail cell is when we take you out to execute you. Johnny Depp: Well we'll see about that.
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The Departed is a gritty crime/drama about South Boston police force who are closing in on the Mafia leaded by Frank Costello (Jack Nicholson). The only way the police can take Frank's mob down is one undercover cop named Billy Costigan (Leonardo Dicaprio) who has to get inside & find out just exactly what Frank & his men are up too. As Billy is undercover with Frank, Frank has a rat named Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon) who helps Frank escape in stuations where the other police officers don't know about. As all this goes on, things get deeper with Billy & Colin as they collide with one another's identity's where they become in danger to the enemy. Now Billy & Colin is in a life or death situation where one of them has to come clean before the other one gets caught.
This is one of the best drama crime & gangster moves to date. I enjoyed every minute of this movie. It has an amazing cast who all do very well especially Leonardo Dicaprio. I tell ya Leo might still be young actor but he is one of the youngest rising actors out there. He was brillant just like Mark Wahlberg, Matt Damon, Jack Nicolson & the rest of the cast on screen as well. I watched this movie almost everyday because its so entertaining & i never get bored watching it. I recommend for who hasnt seen this film yet to go out & buy it. Its worth every penny trust me.
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Jodie Foster gives a shocking performace as she takes the law in her own hands in this drama revenge thriller called The Brave One. The Brave One centers around a hostest of a radio station named Erica Bain (Jodie Foster) who has the perfect life with her lover (Naveen Andrews). One night, that all changes as her lover is mudered in cold blood before her eyes. Once Erica witnessed that, her heart was set on revenge. Erica goes downtown to buy a gun to use on the killers. As Erica starts her journey, she begins to question herself if vengence is the answer. Later on, she soon realizes that it is as she comes face to face with her inner demons confronting with dark enemies who interfere with her life. From there, Erica becomes something that she never dreamed of, an vigiantie of excessive force who will stop at nothing till justice is served.
First seeing The Brave One, I thought it was going to be another revenge tale of brainless violence. Man, was I way off course. The Brave One is more of an intelligent thought provoking thriller about Jodie questioning violence. I loved how the film was different. It's defenitely someting new to the drama that we haven't seen before. From the start the story draws you into Jodie's life & her act for vengence. The Brave One is very fast-paced where it doesn't have time to slow down. It pretty much stays on topic throughout the film which is the reason I liked it so much. The performances are great at best. Jodie looked like she fit the part of her character. It was good to see Jodie take on something different in her career for a change. I can definitely picture Jodie the bad girl type. I think Jodie pulled the vigilante type off well enough for you to enjoy the game she brought. The Brave One provides a bit of graphic violence in spots but nothing too underated. The movie has a little action/thriller going for it but basicially the film is concentrating on Q&A. For a revenge film, I have to say this is the weakest yet. Even though it has some violence going for it, just not enough to put a smile on action fans face. There's still some fun to be had with The Brave One, just don't see this expecting action every second. Overall, if your a fan of Death Wish, Jodie Foster, & mindbending thrillers, then you might like this one. The Brave One It's entertaining enough so you won't get bored while watching. The Brave One is an enjoyable story-driven edge of you seat adrenaline pulse pounding adventure that will keep you thinking till the very end.
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Red Eye is a very good suspenseful horror thriller about a woman named Lisa Reisert (Rachel McAdams) who one night takes the last flight aka Red Eye home to see her father. As she gets to the airport, her flight gets cancelled & because of the weather conditions. As Lisa is waiting for her flight, she runs into a man known as Jack Rippner (Cillian Murphy) who is also boarding on the same flight. Jack asks Lisa all kinds of ?'s about her life & trys to get to know her. When their flight is ready they leave each other & boards the plane. As Lisa is coming on the plane she didnt expect to see Jack on there. It just so happens Lisa saw Jack in coach where her seat was & Jack had the seat right next to her. So they were suprised how that worked out. Anyway Lisa & Jack start talking again asking about one anothers life & Lisa comes up with a ? about what Jack does for a living. Jack starts acting very strangely & suspicious as he was listening very close to Lisa's ?. Lisa gets a feeling that Jack is up to something. Out of nowhere Jack tells Lisa what he really does for a living & that is being an assassin. Lisa gets emotionally shocked when she hears that. Jack tells Lisa why he is really there on the plane with her & that is that he's in a plot to assassinate the president. Now Rachel is terrorized on the Red Eye has Jack is threatening to kill her father (Brian Cox) if she doesnt do what he has her to do. Lisa must find away to get away from Jack before he causes some serious damage in her life. Red Eye was very high intense thriller that keeps you on the edge & doesnt let go till the final conclusion. Its packed with heart pounding thrills & bone chilling suspense throughout. Cillian Murphy plays a very frightening villian in this one. I was very suprised by Rachel McAdams Performance. She fights Jack in a way you wouldn't dream of. Overall I recommend everyone see this film. Its one thriller that everyone can watch over & over again. Red Eye is full of heart beating terror. 5 stars
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Radio is an uplifting heart felt true story about a retarted young man named James Robert Kennedy also known as Radio (Cuba Gooding Jr.) who hasn't been fitting in the community with everyone else. One day that all changes when a head football Coach (Ed Harris) comes along & helps James out by teaching him things that everyone is capable of doing. With Radio being with the Coach, Radio has never been happier than he's ever been. Meanwhile, the other folks in the town dislike the fact that Radio is fitting in with them. Now Radio has to show them that he can be like everyone else by the things that Coach has shown him. Radio is very entertaining movie. Its filled with emotional moments that are very heartbreaking at times. Radio shows you that no matter who you are you can change to make a difference. Cuba Gooding Jr. was great playing the role of Radio. Cuba is incredible actor who has heart to play someone different & he plays his character very well. Ed Harris is outstanding as the Coach putting everything he's got to help Radio be all that he can be. Everyone else was great too. Radio is emotional, loving, caring movie that will turn a frown upside down. 4 stars
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October Sky is a great movie that comes from the heart. It takes place in Coalwood, West Virginia where a boy named Homer Hikam (Jake Gyllenheal)who can't get a football scholarship. So one night a satelite Sputnik flies over top of their town & Homer starts getting an idea about building a rocket. So he rounds of suppiles to build one. His buddies pitch in & help Homer accomplish what he's set out to do. They start launching off rockets left & right trying to impress everyone in town. Later on, their rockets become a dangerous thing for their town win one of their rockets end up going somewhere that gets them in trouble. They show everyone that it wasn't their rocket that did the damage. Homer's teacher Ms. Riley inspired them to build their rockets & tell them that they could end up getting scholarships if they enter a science fair & win. So they enter & win for having the best project. They get back home & dedicate their rockets to everyone in town for beliving in them & what they do. October Sky is a very touching movie that puts a smile on your face. Its very entertaining with a great story. The acting is believible from everyone. The acting makes the film come to life. October Sky is a heart felt touching experience that you will never forget. 5 stars
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John Q
2001, PG-13)
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Heat
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The River Wild is heart beating fuel action water ride about a mother/rafting guide named Gail (Meryl Streep) who plans on taking her family on a water boat trip for a vacation. Gail's husband Tom (David Strathairn) is not able to go with Gail & her family. So its just Gail & her son Roark (Joseph Mazzelo). When Gail & Roark get to the location where their headed, they meet two mysterious stranger's who goes by Wade (Kevin Bacon) & Terry (John C. Reilly) who they get to know & like. Gail & Roark hope to see Wade on their trip alot. Meanwhile, as Gail is setting off her raft with Roark, Tom comes & suprises the two of them & ends up joining them on their trip. As Gail & her family on rafting & having a great time enjoying theirselves, Wade comes by again to say hi. This time Tom is with Gail & Wade starts acting very strangely when he see's Tom. Later on, Gail & Tom get a bad feeling about Wade's actions. So Gail & Tom wants to get away with their son farway from Wade & Terry. As Gail & Tom are trying to escape, Wade gets a feeling that he's just not likeable enough. So Wade & Terry decide to take matters in their own hands by taking Gails family hostage the whole trip. Now, Gail & her family must find away to escape out of their situation & make sure Wade & Terry pay for what they did. The River Wild is a wild ride from start to finish. The action shifts fast through dangerous situations. Meryl Streap gives a shocking performance as Gail was emotional character risking everything for her family. She is great kicking butt throughout the film. Kevin Bacon is revieting & dark as a villian. He's scary at times & doing everything a bad guy would do. I think he makes a great villian & hope to see him playing this role more often in the future. Everyone else did a good job with their characters. The River Wild is fast-paced entertaining action/adventure adrenaline ride that will keep your heart pumping for more. 4 1/2 stars
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Over the Top is an entertaining 80's family/drama about a father/arm wrestler named Loggin Hawk (Sylvester Stallone) who goes over the edge by facing two of the biggest challenges of his life. One, Hawk must show how good a father he can be for his son Michael. Two Hawk must go against the best arm wrestlers in the world so he can get back on his feet with things. Along the way, Hawk has a big problem that interferes with him & his son & that is Michael's grandfather (Robert Loggia). The grandfather doesn't want Hawk to be apart of Michael's life because of the way Hawk wasn't there for him in the past. Now Hawk must prove to Michaels grandfather that he will be there for his son whenever he needs him & show everyone that he's a champion in arm wrestling. Over the Top is a film that the whole family will enjoy. It has a good plot, good action & emotional moments. Sylvester Stallone was good in this one. Its probably one of his best films to date. Sly shows exactly how a father should be to a son. He kicks butt like he always does by doing everything it takes to getting his way. When the arm wrestlling matches come, its so very entertaining as you sit there & watch Sly beat everyone of his opponents. Robert Loggia did good with his role as the furious grandfather trying to take everything away from Sly. Oh & this films soundtrack rocks with 80's rock'nroll which we don't hear much anymore. Over the Top is a satisfying drama filled with heart felt emotion & acting. 3 stars
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