willc1991 Reviews

Lost in Translation (2003)

My Favorite Film

[10/10 · 20 April 2005]

Never have I spent a more thoughtful and surrealistic hour and forty minutes in my life. This movie was like star gazing. It is the most beautiful piece of art I have ever seen.

The story is that two Americans, one a fading actor from the 70's and the other a newlywed Yale philosophy student meet in Tokyo and become friends. But before that happens they feel either lonely, isolated and probably a little confused. When they realize what a friendship it is, they do more and more together, but their time is running out. It all builds up to the movies extremely satisfying conclusion.

The best scenes are kind of like a series of beautiful character studies to themselves. They are; The beginning where Bob wakes up in the car, Charlotte walking through Shibuya, Charlotte gazing out the window, Charlotte on the subway,The night club scene, Charlottes trip to Kyoto, Charlies house, and the amazing ending.

First of all, the acting is fantastic. Murray and Johanssen perfectly portray Bob and Charlotte, both performances ringing Oscar. Bob is a funny and heartfelt character, Charlotte is a captivating emotional and beautiful gem of a character. A++ for acting.

Another aspect of the movie, in which it would be nothing without is the music. The music stands out here and basically plays a part in the film. The opening music, the subway music, the Shibuya music, the nightclub music, the strip club music, the Kyoto music. Many of it is done wonderfully by Kevin Shields of My Bloody Valentine, and the ending music beautifully chosen, The Jesus and Mary Chain.

The amazing, breathtaking scenery out of windows, on trains and in the city plays a crucial part as well. The movie is not to be missed.

10/10

Almost Famous (2000)

Possibly my favorite movie....

[10/10 · 20 March 2005]

This is one of the greatest movies and possibly my favorite. It is so touching and thoughtful, and fun and funny. Never have I seen a movie that is so satisfying. The characters are amazing, especially Penny(Kate Hudson) and Elaine(Frances McDormand). It captures your attention until the credits are over. The best features of the film are the excellent directing by Crowe, the outstanding acting which is in my opinion the best ensemble cast in any movie, and the music. Any fan of great movies, cult classics, and 70's music will love this with all their hearts.

What makes it different is how some parts are funny, some serious, and some touch your heart. If you want to see the coolest movie out there, this ones for you.

Almost Famous 10/10

The 77th Annual Academy Awards (2005 TV Special)

Very Good

[7/10 · 27 February 2005]

I Just

Saw It and it was very very very good.

It was better than last year

This year was good because it had some good movies nominated but others weren't that good. I think the movie that won best Picture shouldn't of. The actress should have the actor should have. and i thought that CLint Eastwood did deserve to win again which he did. Hilary Swanks win for Million Dollar Baby was predictable and deserving Jamie Foxx' too predictable win was deserving. A nice little buzz was guessing whether Clint or Martin would win. I was glad to see Clint walk away with the prize. Virginia Madsen also deserved her Oscar and so did Morgan Freeman. The original Screenplay was won by Charlie Kaufman for a movie that should have taken home Best Picture but wasn't nominated, Eternal Sunshine. The Best Adapted Screenplay predictably went to Sideways and The Incredibles conquered the animation Prize. so you can go to sleep knowing that my information is correct because I can see into the future.

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)

The Best Movie to Come about in Years

[10/10 · 25 February 2005]

I went to see Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with my girlfriend and I was amazed. This movie is the most unique since Pulp Fiction in my opinion. The story has great ways of switching scenes and the dialog is outstanding. The acting by Jim Carrey and especially Kate Winslet is the best either of them have ever given on screen. Its a pity this movie was released earlier in the year therefore a reason for not being nominated for the Big Oscar. The supporting cast, especially Kirsten Dunst are perfect side characters dealing with their problems too. I can not believe it was not nominated for best picture after seeing all of the nominees, even though I loved Million Dollar Baby. This movie is carried out by its original plot and heart wrenching romance. Even the way it was edited made it look delicious. This is the best movie I've seen in a long time, and if you see any of the Best Picture nominees, watch this and you'll wonder why? If you see any movie this year, Eternal Sunshine is the one to see. 10/10

Chicken Run (2000)

The Scariest Movie I have Ever Seen

[7/10 · 13 February 2005]

For some reason, probably the woman with the axe who executes the chickens and abuses her husband, Chicken Run is in my opinion the scariest movie I have ever seen. The animation helps make the movie very scary, but that woman, just something about her gave me nightmares for two weeks. I have yet to watch the movie again, due to the severe fright it gave me last time. Over all its a good movie, because i enjoy the horror genre. If you are a fan of decent horror movies, then i suggest Chicken Run to you any day. The plot is very good, and the movie is put together nicely, Kids could be scared though, When I went to see it with my friends, there were many little kids there. MAny children were crying because the movie was hard to watch( beheading, extremely scary villains). If you can bear an unexpected surprise of fright, then Chicken Run is the movie to watch.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)

Unsurpasable Western

[10/10 · 27 January 2005]

The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly is the movie that can justifiably be called the greatest western ever made, and with that is also one of the greatest movies ever made. I just recently saw it, because i saw Kill Bill vol. 1 and someone recommended this 1 to me since i LOOVED KBV1. This movie is outstanding and should never be a remake(i heard there would be, sigh) because it needs to be preserved like other rop movies that have had sequels that do not live up to it(The Manchurian Candidiate). But anyone could love this, i see no way on earth some1 would give this a 1/10, it just makes no sense, whereas some movies that are great like A CLOCKWORK ORANGE can get a 1 due to controversy, though i would give it a 10. The Good the Bad The Ugly is instantly one of my favorite films ever and it never gets old. Brilliant 10/10

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)

Short, but brilliant

[9/10 · 24 January 2005]

For me, this classic movie zoomed by, but left an unforgettable message. This is one film that is definitely amazing. My favorite scene was the MISSLE RIDING scene. The movie is sure to be one of Kubricks best, and is his best for most people, although I enjoyed CLOCKWORK ORANGE more. This movie is full of amazing characters who should always be remembered, whether it be the insane Jack Ripper, or the disturbed Dr. Strangelove. Most people should find this piece of art hilarious and great, and even brilliant. "Dr Strangelove: Or How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Bomb" is by far one of the greatest movies ever made and deserves to be in the IMDb top ten, instead of LOTR. DR STRANGELOVE: 10/10

Jackie Brown (1997)

Totally underrated

[9/10 · 21 January 2005]

This film is so much better than Reservoir DOGS, though not nearly as good as the masterpiece that is PULP FICTION. This movie was fun to watch though it was a bit LONG. I personally consider this as one of my favorite movies. The plot is very good and steady, and of course you can easily recognize the fact that this could be QT's best, and even though it wasn't, it is still damn good. Pam Grier and Samuel L. Jackson are totally great in the roles, and the supporting cast is great too(Bridget Fonda, Robert DeNiro). The movie is all about character study, and definitely one of the top art house movies ever to grace the screen.

What flaws is actually quite unfair in my opinion, being the fact that people expected QT to make another PULP FICTION, and even though he could of, I know 100% he could, is that if he did, people would not think it was original. Jackie Brown is truly worth seeing and will appeal if you just watch it as it is, and don't expect anything else.

Jackie Brown 9/10

Mean Girls (2004)

Mean Girls is surprisingly outstanding.

[7/10 · 5 January 2005]

In my opinion, writer/director Tina Fey has a great movie. This is by far the best teen movie I've ever seen. Lindsay Lohan does a good job taking on Cady's role, and all the supporting cast does great too, well maybe some. Mean Girls isn't recognized by most people as wonderful, but most critics skip the teen movies anyway. After watching it you can watch it over and over. There are parts of the movie that makes you wanna burst out with laughter. This movie even appealed to me, I was actually forced to see it by my girlfriend and she just had to have me come with her. I dreaded it, but left the theater having seen one of the Years Best Film's and no I'm not kidding.

Mean Girls---10/10

Jawbreaker (1999)

This isn't that bad really.

[6/10 · 5 January 2005]

I've seen this movie so many times and i really really like it. It's not one of my favorites or anything but it's really good. The girls are really beautiful too. The plot is kinda far-fetched, but all in all its a good movie. well to me. this movie is so good because it has such a good score, though not fabulous. It's definitely a movie that gets better on the second viewing, not "Lost in Translation" quality but is improving. People judge it as a teen movie. I judge it as a crime-drama, i don't mean a good one though. not for that genre. As a teen movie though, it kinda is good.

Jawbreaker: 7 out of 10