Archive for the ‘ A films ’ Category

Fast and Furious 6


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Similar to music, a list of someone’s favorite movies gives you a little look into their personality. For me, if a person doesn’t include a stupid, entertaining film in their list of favorites, it’s a telling sign of their sense of humor. So when I say that movies like Wayne’s World, Tommy Boy, and Bio Dome (yes, that Bio Dome) are some of my childhood favorites, you best be on board. There’s nothing like a good stupid movie. It serves one purpose, and one purpose only: escape reality. Few movies in recent years have done that better than Fast and Furious 6. Continue reading

Delhi Belly (India)


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What if I told you there is a Bollywood film that is only 103 minutes long, has two dance sequences, and only one marriage (in a dream no less!!)?? You’d no doubt call me a crazy bhenchod! Even more ridiculous is the fact that Delhi Belly is immensely entertaining despite its lack of Bollywood eccentricities. Continue reading

A Fish Called Wanda


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A Fish Called Wanda is a unique film. It stems from the incredible genius provided by John Cleese, who wrote and co-starred. Wanda is a comedy that can stand the test of time and be viewed and enjoyed in a vacuum. It may have been made a generation ago (1988; before I was born for those unaware), but the humor does not rely on events current at the time of its release in order to be funny; it just is. Continue reading

Jiro Dreams of Sushi


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If given the ultimatum to choose three types of food for the rest of your life, what would they be? I love cheese and bread, but I’d have to choose Japanese, Indian, and Thai. I think I’d be happy swapping between those three for the rest of my hypothetical, regulated life. Watching Jiro Ono carefully place delectable slices of fish on the counter in Jiro Dreams of Sushi only validates my decision. Continue reading

Hugo


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If I’ve learned anything from writing these reviews for the last 18 months or so, it’s that movies are a great way to tell a story. Each and every one is unique, even if the story being told has been tried many times. One thing most films don’t touch on, though, is the effect movies have on our imaginations. Hugo brings the onset of the film era back into the limelight and reminds us not to take these marvelous pieces of art for granted. Continue reading