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Monday, October 14, 2013

Take this Waltz




Michelle Williams, Seth Rogen, Luke Kirby, Sarah Silverman; the audience got their good acting delivered. Written and Directed by Actress turned Director Canadian Sarah Polley, this film had a simple story with perhaps not the most wise message for the world, but one of the most beautifully shot films I've seen to date. Luc Montpellier in my opinion was the star of the film, as he captured beauty with the camera lens.

More drama than comedy, this 2011 film with a run-time of 116 minutes and an estimated budget of $137,000 and with star names to capture fans, it grossed an easy $1 million plus. Rated R for language, and strong sexual content and nudity, its a story of what happens when one listens to their attractions and longings instead of responsibility and commitment. Sure, there'll always be fascinating handsome artists, but why destroy a happy home?

Artfully shot, spectacularly framed, excellent direction and superb acting (stand-out Sarah Silverman - and it isn't comedy) this film will not only tickle your fantasy but also received 3 wins and 11 nominations.


Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Oz, the Great and Powerful




There was a time I was fascinated by and in awe of the talent of James Franco, and his talent still exists but over the years his delivery has lost it's genuine charm. Franco, along with sweet Montana blonde Michelle Williams, Ukranian bright-eyed bombshell Mila Kunis and force-to-be-reckoned-with English Rachel Weiz and Zach Braff all team together with Disney to bring this family adventure to life.

Written by Mitchell Kapner and David Lindsay-Abaire our viewers are whisked into the visually- appealing fantasy world of Oz, where wizards, witches and fairy creatures are to be excepted but more importantly the film's message of 'Oz' played by Franco learning to become a better man when he realizes how to use more than magic to face the problems he has at hand.

Not as jaw-dropping or attention-grabbing as other fantasy films I've seen, but certainly inspirational and fun for the children audiences. I was impressed with new-comer angel-faced Joey King who played the 'Girl in Wheelchair' as well as the 'China doll girl' whom also stretches her acting chops in 'The Conjuring' out this month (July). Reminiscent of a young Angelina-Jolie; Joey King has got a solid acting career ahead of her if she plays her cards right.


Thursday, December 6, 2012

Me Without You



I found this film to be absolutely brilliant. Besides a poor choice in camera; the shots, acting and the story – extremely remarkable! J Written and Directed by English Sandra Goldbacher, viewers went on a journey of the lives of two best friends which proved to be poisonous as the years grew. One is using the other as a crutch because of a less-than perfect and barely present father, and the other because of her unfailing love for her friend’s older brother.

This 2001 drama starred, the adorable and talented American Academy Award nominee Michelle Williams who played Holly, English actress Anna Friel who played the troubled sex-kitten Marina and the devilishly handsome English Oliver Milburn who played the dashing older brother Nat; all three displaying extraordinary acting abilities.

It was a film about love, about trust and about learning to let go when control and jealousy leads you into a trap of unhealthy possessiveness. The audience connects with all three main characters as their ailments and needs are all human and common. The frustration heightens because everyone is afraid of telling the truth and expressing how they truly feel.

Parental guidance is advised as there is drug use, sexual content and foul language displayed as the girls grow together over the years. Trust shouldn’t be taken lightly, say what you mean and mean what you say; otherwise you may destroy a person’s hopes, confidence and reason for living.