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Viva Riva! (2010)
Really Fun Film!
I got a chance to screen Viva Riva! recently and have to say that I had an incredible time watching this film. There are a lot of similarities to blaxploitation films of the 1970s which makes the film all the more interesting to watch. The film is action packed and suspenseful and really makes for a thrilling ride. Riva, played wonderfully by Patsha Bay, is full of grit and macho- ness that make him the most interesting character to watch. His chemistry with Nora (Manie Malone) is steamy and very sexually charged which is explored in a couple very seductive scenes. This film is somewhat of a guy's action movie with the overt sexuality of the characters and heavy use of fighting and gore. Overall, I would recommend this film to anybody looking for a truly gritty and bad ass film with a little more soul. The characters are strong and charismatic and ready to fight anyone who crosses their path!
Bride Flight (2008)
Fantastic Film!
I was fortunate enough to see a screening of this recently and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how incredibly crafted this film was. I had no prior knowledge of the film other than it being a Dutch film, which is what initially intrigued me. While the context of the story is set within post WWII Holland, the emotions and relationships extend to any culture. I found the acting to be very natural and convincing as well, especially by Waldemar Torenstra (Young Frank) and Elise Schaap (Marjorie). Ben Sombogaart does a good job of adding layers to each character's relationships as they grow through time. I'm not sure how much I can divulge but the use of wine as a metaphor was well done, subtle and pertinent. Overall, I would recommend this film to anyone. Its a wonderful drama that I'd put up against any of its kind, such as the Notebook or Atonement.