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Narcos (2015)
Sublime acting and storyline
When NARCOS was released on Netflix i was afraid it was another poor attempt to picture the story of Pablo Escobar, but i was completely wrong. The storyline is really fantastic and realistic. Great directing work and superb performed by the actors. Especially because there are a lot of less known actors in this series, but they all perform as A+ actors. Especially 'Limon', that sticks with Escobar to the bitter end, is outstanding and gives a great picture of the 'Patron' vs 'Soldado'.
The 'background' storytelling by agent Murphy is a great feature in this series and gives the viewer a 'just enough' inside of what is going on and the actual facts of what really happened. This made me watch the series and at the same time pulled me into the actual events/scenes which gave me goosebumps sometime, because i tried to imagine what it would be if i was in the same position as some of the characters with all the violence and risks they take to earn money and get respect in the narco business.
Pablo Escobar character played by Wagner Moura is at it's finest. The sudden shifts between being a 'nice person' and 'the devil' is perfectly done. Without ever knowing what kind of person the real Pablo Escobar was, this translation of him by Wagner Moura is certainly 99,9% realistic. I actually just found out in episode 8 or 9 that Wagner Moura is the actor in the 2 'Elite Squad' movies. These movies are about a police squad in Rio de Janeiro. These are also a 'must see'.
This series will certainly will go into history as one of the best that tell the story of Pablo Escobar. 20 years from now this series will still be popular.
Phenomenon (1996)
Fantastic acting performance by John Travolta
I had never seen this movie and always thought it was disappointing. Well, i was horribly wrong! Great acting performance by John Travolta. He plays the character of George Malley with great depth. He really IS George Malley and you will see a completely different John Travolta. The environment and scenery in Pasadena California of the movie fits the story perfectly. Also Forest Whitaker plays his character very well. Robert Duval completes the story as the father figure. The story-line is really inspiring and shows you that love conquers all. The relation between George and Lace is beautiful and shows two people in love with each other despite all troubles of the everyday life. Enjoyed this movie and the story. I really think this one of his (John Travolta) best movies.
Taped (2012)
Great dutch movie!
I see some are not too enthusiastic about the first 20 minutes, but if it wasn't for this first 20 minutes the movie wouldn't be as good as it was. Very good acting in the beginning part which ties you emotionally to both characters and pulls you right into the tension. Realistic adventure and no Hollywood stuff, so could happen to you as well. Love the scenic of 'downtown' Buenos Aires that was used. The scenery of the quite streets at night with the lamp poles makes it feel very far from home, at least when you watch it as a dutch viewer. This gives you really the idea that you could see yourself in this situation. Also love the fact that it only both of them that make-up the movie, all other characters are secondary. Usually seen in better small productions. Compliments and thanks for making this movie! Really enjoyed it!
De tranen van Castro (1997)
Great DocMovie
Very entertaining and realistic. Theo is an intelligent man that has a strong personal vision and goal. Think he will find the ultimate success of communism in Cuba, but the truth is that the romantic revolution and liberation of the Cuban people isn't that romantic anymore after 30 years. What makes it bad or good? In a democratic environment people also are complaining and unhappy. It's the leader that makes the difference. A bad leader and government in a democratic society also breaks down happiness. Also the relation with his father or actually a non-existing relation, adds another flavor to the stage which gives the doc-movie another dimension.