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Comment Archives: stories: Film
Re: “Face-plant: The Social Network”
Justin isn't even a serious singer. Now he is talking about being an actor? He used the term, "SERIOUS ACTOR"? Write a screenplay, Justin. Get a supporting role with more lines. Producers don't even want you to speak when you are starring in their commercials.
Thomas Chi
Author
Selling Sex to U.S. Senators
Posted by
ThomasChi
on 09/30/2010 at 1:41 AM
Re: “Hallmark moments: Get Low”
Nine paragraphs to say I didn't like it? Must be paid by the word. Be honest, how many knew what a Dobro was, I'll confess I had to look it up. So, I guess I learned something in addition to the fact that the reviewer did not like the film. At least I think he didn't like it. There is nothing like clarity in the written word.
Posted by
Rottresq
on 08/30/2010 at 7:56 PM
Re: “Hallmark moments: Get Low”
Someone's bitter, and didn't even pay to see it.
Posted by
WriteNowSue
on 08/26/2010 at 4:37 PM
Re: “The art of war: Restrepo”
I saw Restrepo in a unique situation. I was at the theater with about 20 young men who were assigned to and fought at Restrepo. After speaking with them, I found that they were the one's that closed Restrepo in April of 2010. Watching this movie and hearing their comments and commentary during the movie was much more then just watching a documentary. They recognized and felt the emotions that the soldiers on the screen were feeling. They'd laugh at simple things that unless you were in the military at some point in your life, you probably wouldn't see the humor in it, and when a soldier died,,,well they were as quiet and somber as would be expected out of respect and the true feelings of losing a brother. Losing a member of your family hurts all of us, losing a brother in war hurts not only your person, but leaves a void in you that can only be held in, you each deal with it in your own way and on your own terms. No one can take that from you. No one. The movie gave people that will never see war a small glimpse into the war that no other movie has given. But just a small glimpse. What all these men, these brothers went through and are going through will never belong to anyone else but them. We owe allot to these young men and women serving now. Many sacrifices made on a daily basis go unheard and it's just part of the job. Whether you do or do not support this war, recognize that all our military is a volunteer military and these men and women answer the call on behalf of all of us. Many of your children will never have to go to war because there are those of us who have answered the call so they wouldn't have too. From a Veteran with two son's still serving and one in Afghanistan now. My respect to all who have served and are serving now.
Posted by
jpap624
on 08/15/2010 at 12:43 PM
Re: “Draggin tat-two: The Girl Who Played With Fire”
I haven't seen either movie, but I have read both books within the last month. The 2nd book in the series - the girl who played with fire - is also loaded with violence, lacks the back and forth of the two main characters and ends abruptly with the assumption the reader will pick up the third in the series - the girl who kicked over the hornets nest - I won't - I was very disappointed with book #2. I am planning on seeing The girl with dragon tattoo - but not The girl who played with fire. So I guess the movie, for the most part, followed the books flawlessly.
Posted by
flizz
on 07/25/2010 at 4:17 PM
Re: “Monster dreams”
Please do not use the misnomer "hazing ritual." There is not "hazing" in a sorority or fraternity ritual. A "ritual" is a beautiful ceremony handed down from the founders and is a way to welcome new members into the group. It honors them in a dignified fashion with no hazing.
Posted by
sue wilson
on 06/30/2010 at 8:36 AM
Re: “Monster dreams”
Coolio, Pete. Very nice write-up. -- Anne Marie
Posted by
Anne Marie P.
on 06/25/2010 at 5:59 PM
Re: “We are family: Toy Story 3”
The best work Disney/Pixar has done to date. I grew up with these characters and it was so fulfilling to see this film finalize their story in such a powerful way. I laughed my way through the snappy lines, (Spanish Buzz is a real treat) sobbed my way through the loving, heartfelt moments, and came out of the theater feeling like I too, had said "So long, partner" to an old friend.
Posted by
Kelsey Fowler
on 06/18/2010 at 10:41 PM
Re: “Alpha and the omigod: The A-Team”
Liam Neeson didn't need this film on his resume. Liam Neeson is a fabulous actor, a credit to the Star Wars franchise, Rob Roy, even the 1981 cult classic Excalibur. The flick can't be considered a film. The reel is without wit, brainless, and forget about chemistry between the characters. The relationships aren't fresh, TV audiences remember Mr. T, an icon of the era, therefore we embrace the reality - Hollywood Horror Story - High powered executives have failed Hollywood again - This Summer selection sucks - Lacks talent - There are few films with a storyline - Who subscribed to investing in this film? Where is the new talent in Hollywood? I am trying very hard to understand how Quinton Jackson replaced Mr. T. Bradley Cooper must be sleeping with the executives, because Copper was the worst character in Wedding Crashers, rejected by fans in a 1999 episode of Sex in the City, and left audiences without laughs in the failed comedy, The Rocker.
Thomas Chi
Author
Selling Sex in Hollywood
Posted by
ThomasChi
on 06/10/2010 at 3:08 AM
Re: “Culture smash: Sex and the City 2”
So Justin, with that level of angst you've got I'm guessing you were a virgin until your thirties. Dude, it's a movie not a documentary on modern metrosexualism. Get over yourself and review the movie on it's merits, not it's lack of connection to reality.
Posted by
Mister Mxyzptlk
on 05/27/2010 at 12:33 PM
Re: “Culture smash: Sex and the City 2”
Uh, Justin. You are not The Terminator, Sherlock Holmes, or Jack Sparrow, but that doesn't stop you from enjoying those films. It's called "escape," and we women who enjoy SATC shouldn't be put down because we enjoy the escapism of these films and their characters. So. Please don't tell us the whole story line (I didn't read past the first two paragraphs because I do actually want to see the film), and next time have a woman review this film instead of a guy for a more realistic review of the film. Sheesh!
Posted by
Oneida1520
on 05/27/2010 at 9:18 AM
Re: “Good goth: The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo”
Whoooooo hooooo! I love Kimballs!
Posted by
krasnamachka
on 05/01/2010 at 8:08 AM
Re: “Oceans: Sea minus”
Pierce Brosnan was FLAWLESS as usual as he talked on the show "Issues" about saving the whales. What a gorgeous person!! Here is the video from last night: http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/bestoftv/…
Posted by
JVMFan
on 04/22/2010 at 2:01 PM
Re: “Expansion of Kimball's Theater to rival area megaplex”
Happy April Fool's Day?
Posted by
3boys247
on 04/01/2010 at 4:54 PM
Re: “Lord, Save Us From Your Followers”
This film is not what I expected. I expected to find a left-leaning film critical of Christianity and I found a basically even-handed look into how Americans deal with religion and politics. It is a compassionate look at our strengths and weaknesses.
Posted by
bcdarling
on 02/27/2010 at 6:25 PM
Re: “Off to see the blizzard”
Jon Krakauer blamed the Bush administration and Army for the cover-up of Pat Tillman's friendly-fire death. However, the untold story is the cover-up was a thoroughly bi-partisan affair. In particular, the Democratic Congress and the Obama Presidency protected General Stanley McChrystal from punishment for his role in the cover-up of Pat Tillman's friendly-fire death.
Note: email from Amir Bar-Lev says he was pretty hard on the Democratic Congress in "The Tillman Story".
The documents at http://www.feralfirefighter.blogspot.com describe how General McChrystal has been protectd by Congressman Henry Waxman, Senator James Webb (along with Senators Carl Levin and John McCain), the New York Times Reporter Thom Shanker, the Center for a New American Security's Andrew Exum, and President Obama.
It’s not surprising that after the initial cover-up fell apart, Army officers and the Bush administration lied to protect their careers. Reprehensible, but understandable. But the Democratic Congress, after they took control of both Houses in 2006, could have gone after those responsible. Or at least not promoted them!
Just before the 2006 mid-term elections, Kevin Tillman published his eloquent letter, “After Pat’s Birthday” (truthdig.com). Kevin hoped a Democratic Congress would bring accountability back to our country. But, just as with warrantless wiretapping and torture, those responsible for the cover-up of his brother’s friendly-fire death have never been held accountable for their actions.
Five years ago, Pat Tillman’s family were handed a tarnished Silver Star. It was a travesty of justice that General McChrystal was promoted to the Army’s highest rank, and handed his fourth star.
Posted by
Guy Montag
on 02/04/2010 at 1:56 PM
Re: “Making the cut”
I can't wait for this! How exciting to see locals with national films.
Posted by
shotputter
on 01/27/2010 at 10:43 AM
Re: “Beautiful bore”
of course...the typical "i hate everything that is not an indy film" critique...get a life....your review is played
Posted by
wtvr25
on 12/26/2009 at 6:35 AM
Re: “'Righteous' indignation”
Yes, yes. But do you recommend going to see it with teenagers?
Posted by
krasnamachka
on 12/02/2009 at 5:44 PM
Re: “Lies, damned lies and "intelligent design'”
I write a little text that try to answer some of the clumsy answered creationist questions using the INDUCTION concept like in physics. Please see here: http://issuu.com/ruiseixas/docs/sexual_sel…