Archive for the ‘ A films ’ Category
The Intouchables is one of those films whose essence is almost impossible to capture in writing. The allure and splendor of the humor and relationship between Philippe (Francois Cluzet) and Driss (Omar Sy) is one that has to be seen to truly be appreciated. That being said, I will do my best to convince you to see this extremely heartwarming tale of friendship and acceptance. Read more
A good niche market film will be able to appeal to a wide spectrum of viewers. However, evaluating a film’s overall entertainment value from within said market is a difficult endeavor. Such is the case with Goon, as my subjectivity and interest in the subject matter (a hockey comedy) potentially clouds my judgment and skews my bias. Read more
It is not often when the look and minor details of a film convey a more substantial piece of the theme than anything said by the characters. A Single Man is one of those films. From filters to close-ups, director Tom Ford tells a story almost behind the scenes of what’s actually occurring onscreen. Read more
How do you maintain your sanity during mundane work hours? Do you play games online, read random articles (like this one), steal creamer or encase your coworker’s stapler in Jell-o? If you’re like Sergeant Gerry Boyle (Brendan Gleeson) in The Guard, you mask your boredom with a heightened sarcasm and partake in the luxuries provided by hookers. Read more
“How do you trust your feelings when they can just disappear like that?” – Cindy
Trying to capture the true essence of Blue Valentine is a daunting and depressing task, but that quote could strike a chord with anyone. Are all emotions truly temporary in nature, and is there any way we can know how long they will last? As Dean (Ryan Gosling) and Cindy (Michelle Williams) show, what feels like everlasting love in one moment, may not last forever. Read more
