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Love in a Cold Climate (2001)
Great cast, but lacking a few characters
Aside from them not including the characters of Emily (the aunt that actually raised Fanny) and Davey (who plays an even more important part), I think the casting is excellent. Sure Rosamund Pike looks nothing like what Mitford described Fanny as but she does embody the nature of Fanny. I can't think of who better to play Matthew and Sadie but Alan Bates and Celia Imrie. Davey played a very important part in the novels, and in this version they merely lump his part into Lord Merlin; and he was also the one of funniest part of the novels with his hypochondria. They also dismissed the eldest Radlett daughter, Louisa, as really she marries straight off but is the one who had the disastrous coming out ball. I thought it was a fun production nonetheless.
Say Anything... (1989)
A Fine Romance
This film is the perfect romantic film. I love John Cusack, and all my friends who wonder why me a teenager would be crushing on this guy who definitely won't be on MTV anytime soon, never wondered why after seeing this amazing film. Lloyd Dobler, we all want a guy like him, he's great, charming, unassuming, sweet, every pleasing adjective he is it. Guys should take note. Say Anything... has everything: a great cast including the likes of Joan Cusack, Lili Taylor, John Mahoney, Eric Stoltz, Ione Skye, everyone else is great; a great director, if you don't like Cameron Crowe movies there is something wrong with you and you need to have it checked, he just happens to be the next Billy Wilder; which makes me think that John Cusack could be our next character actor in the style of the late great Jack Lemmon; the sense of teenage romance and rebellion is pitch perfect. I highly recommend this film.
The Adventures of Pete & Pete (1992)
I miss this show!
This show was so great, it celebrated childhood, punished the adults, but it still was a show that kids and adults could watch together. The actors were amazing and zany, and fun to watch. What started as little shorts evolved into a wonderful show that I wish was still on the air.
You Can Count on Me (2000)
I love this film!
I loved this film, unfortunately this film never came to a theater near me, so I only saw this on my television. This film has everything I need in a film: a script, great - or should I say amazing, yes amazing - actors and a director who did the film he wanted to and didn't let the studio make a lesser film. Laura Linney deserved the Oscar! But I have no doubt that she'll get one soon. Mark Ruffalo is the next Marlon Brando, Dustin Hoffman, whatever you want to call it, he's got it.
The West Wing (1999)
Best Show on Television!!
This show exemplifies all facets of what television should be and should achieve in its medium. The writing is dramatic, yet realistic, despite those who would disagree, with its blend of the dramatic and the humorous. Aaron Sorkin knows when to pull the punches, making sure nothing is cutesy, taking note from shows like er who started fine and then turned into a hospital soap opera. The cast is first rate, finding new actors like the magnificent Allison Janney, Richard Schiff, Bradley Whitford and Dule Hill, to join familiar actors such as Martin Sheen, John Spencer and Rob Lowe. The show is truly an ensemble piece with no one cast mate outshining the others, each pulling their weight and putting their spin on things to make it all the better. The West Wing, forgetting what most shows have their sophomore year, even got better in their second season. And I can't wait until September 19 - when the third season starts- or even next Wednesday - for that matter - to see what the staff of my president will be doing. Question: Can we have a President Bartlet instead of this Bush guy?
Rushmore (1998)
A Great American Film!
I love this film, not only for the performances by Bill Murray, Jason Schwartzman, Olivia Williams and others, but also for the detail that went into. If you don't like this film, you obviously have no imaginations whatsoever.
Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)
Smashing!
I loved this film, and will see it again asap. I don't think there was more than a minute when I did not laugh. Renee Zellweger was amazing, and though I am not from England, I thought her accent was v.v. good. Colin Firth was spectacular and I hope he's seen in more leading man roles from now on. Hugh Grant was devilishly handsome and v. good in his role as jerky Daniel Cleaver.