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Versus (2000)
Made my top 5 favorites...
I had heard about the film Versus when it was region 2 and fell in love with the idea of it. I went out and bought it asap. I give this film a 10 not because it was epic, or overly dramatic, or had great special FX like American films, but because of the type of production it was. I gained a great respect right off when i heard that the film was shot mostly with one camera. After watching an interview with Kitamura i was also inspired to make films like this of my own someday. The directing was great. The picture was incredible considering what they had to work with. I personally thought the action was breath-taking. Every kind of fighting from mass amounts of shooting, to knives, swords, bare fists and kicks. Even some super natural powers (nothing cheesy). And on top of all of that, there's an awesome soundtrack that perfectly compliments the film. I just can't get enough of this film!!! It's definitely one of my top 5 favorites. Check it out.
Birddog (1999)
Good through a filmmakers point of view
I had a chance to see the film Birddog at a showing in my hometown. Myself being interested in filmmaking found it to be an inspiration into my future. It had some fine directing and picture, considering it was an independent film. The film was interesting, but it was a bit on the down side as far as any action goes. I really enjoyed the characters in the story, it made up for the lack of excitement. Though i've been some what negative in my review, the film did make me want to see Kelley Baker's other work (The Gas Cafe), and i hope i get to soon.
The Last Samurai (2003)
If nothing else, love it for it's photography!
When i went into the film, i didn't have the highest of hopes, but after seeing it...WOW! I loved it beginning to end. It had brilliant directing, not necessarily anything new, but very complimentary to the story. Excellent photography. Not one moment of the picture looked off or bad. And a very nice score to match. Overall, if you haven't seen it, CHECK IT OUT!