Category Archives: Films

American Gangster

Posted on March 30, 2011 by garylongden

Good but not Great, 21 November 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom *** This review may contain spoilers *** By any measure this is a fine film and certainly one of Ridley Scott’s best. One of his great strengths, is … Continue reading →

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The Maria Hanson Story

Posted on March 30, 2011 by garylongden

Lightweight Wallpaper Movie, 17 November 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom I was unaware that this film was based upon a true story so judged it purely on its merits. The subject matter of a beautiful model disfigured by a … Continue reading →

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Rendition

Posted on March 30, 2011 by garylongden

Well Made – But sub Oscar fare, 2 November 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom *** This review may contain spoilers *** Finding the yardstick by which to judge this film is a challenge. As a straightforward Drama / thriller … Continue reading →

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The Kingdom

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Worthy but Flawed Effort, 31 October 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom *** This review may contain spoilers *** It is impossible to pass judgement on this film without putting it into a political context.America sees the World very differently … Continue reading →

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The Last of the Mohicans

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Absolute Tour de Force, 20 October 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom A ten rating is rare indeed for me.Even the greatest work might always have been tweaked just that little bit more. But with Michael Mann’s masterpiece that would … Continue reading →

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Boxing Helena

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Best” Worst Film Contender, 20 October 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom It is very difficult to salvage any redeeming features from this film, other than its burgeoning status as a contender for the best worst mainstream film in recent … Continue reading →

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Black Sheep

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Off – Bleat Gem, 14 October 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom How much you enjoy this film lies wholly in your approach to it. Those expecting a sophisticated, glossy gore – fest will come away feeling “fleeced”. However those … Continue reading →

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The Brave One

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Undistinguished, formulaic fare, 28 September 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom *** This review may contain spoilers *** The pedigree of leading lady Jodie Foster and Director Neil Jordan suggested that they might be able to do something new and … Continue reading →

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The Bourne Ultimatum

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Tremendous Trilogy Finale, 19 August 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom When the Bourne Identity came out I was as impressed as anyone with the clever storyline,fine acting, and pacey, often innovative, action sequences. However the Bourne Supremacy, which I … Continue reading →

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Saw 3

Posted on March 26, 2011 by garylongden

Tired Third Installment Loses It’s Way, 31 July 2007 Author: gary-444 from United Kingdom When the first Saw came out it was a revelation. Although low budget, it brimmed full of suspenseful ideas and is a modern day horror classic. … Continue reading →

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