‘Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi’ Download and Reviews

December 24, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Adventure, Fantasy

“Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” Movie Details

Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi tagline: Coming May 25, 1983 to your galaxy. [Second Advance poster]
Return Of The Jedi - DVD Cover

Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Kenneth Colley
  • Mark Hamill Luke Skywalker
    Harrison Ford Han Solo
    Carrie Fisher Princess Leia Organa
    Billy Dee Williams Lando Calrissian
    Anthony Daniels C-3PO
    Peter Mayhew Chewbacca
    Sebastian Shaw Anakin Skywalker
    Ian McDiarmid The Emperor
    Frank Oz Yoda
    James Earl Jones Darth Vader
    David Prowse Darth Vader
    Alec Guinness Obi-Wan Kenobi
    Kenny Baker R2-D2/Paploo
    Michael Pennington Moff Jerjerrod
    Admiral Piett
    Directors: Richard Marquand IMDB Rating: 8.3/10 out of 198,455 votes

    “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” Movie Review

    “Return Of The Jedi” Plot Summary

    After rescuing Han Solo from the palace of Jabba the Hutt, the Rebels attempt to destroy the Second Death Star, while Luke Skywalker tries to bring his father back to the Light Side of the Force.

    Greatest Cinematic Film Of All Time

    Despite the feelings of most ‘Star Wars’ fans, in my opinion ‘Return Of The Jedi’ is the greatest cinematic film ever created. Ever since the first time I saw it, it’s depth, intensity, special effects, and moving story have overwhelmed me. The film was so well put together that it has been able to stand the test of time over the last 20 years. Filled with powerful action, as the climax of the original trilogy, George Lucas gives us a rousing finish of the ‘Star Wars’ saga in ‘Jedi’.Film Summary (Contains Spoilers For Those Who Have Not Seen It)After ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ left us hanging for 3 long years we finally find the end of the story in ‘Return Of The Jedi’. Darth Vader, in emotional turmoil makes a surprise visit to a new uncompleted Death Star to oversee it’s construction. The Emperor is first seen in this film as he has the ultimate plan to destroy the Rebel Alliance and bring young Luke Skywalker to the Dark Side. Luke, Lando, Leia, Chewie, and the droids all travel to Tatooine to rescue the frozen Han Solo from the crime Lord; Jabba The Hutt. After Han has been rescued, and Jabba defeated, Luke returns to Dagobah to find a dying Yoda where he learns the awful truth; Darth Vader is in fact his father. The rebel heroes regroup with the Rebel Fleet. Now joined by other species and races including the Mon Calamari the Rebels must make a all-or-nothing plan of attack to destroy the Death Star before it is completed. While Lando heads the space attack in the Millennium Falcon, the Rebel heroes must disable the Death Star’s shield generator on the Forest Moon Of Endor. It is here that the Rebels happen upon the furry, but mighty Ewoks. During the the two part intense battle, a third battle must take place as Luke willingly delivers himself to Vader in an attempt to convince him to leave the Dark Side. In emotionally charged sequences Luke must face his father as the Emperor lures out his dark emotions. As young Skywalker is about to face his death at the hands of Palpatine, Vader turns on his wicked master to save his son’s life. Filled with a deep timeless story of good vs. evil, ‘Return Of The Jedi’ is a spectacular, emotionally charged film that redeems the good in all of us.

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    ‘Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back’ Download and Reviews

    December 18, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

    “Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back” Movie Details

    Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back tagline: The Adventure Continues…
    The Empire Strikes Back - DVD Cover

    Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Clive Revill
  • Mark Hamill Luke Skywalker/Echo Base Announcer
    Harrison Ford Han Solo
    Carrie Fisher Princess Leia Organa
    Billy Dee Williams Lando Calrissian
    Anthony Daniels C-3PO
    David Prowse Darth Vader
    Peter Mayhew Chewbacca
    Kenny Baker R2-D2
    Frank Oz Yoda
    Alec Guinness Obi-Wan Kenobi
    Jeremy Bulloch Boba Fett/Imperial Officer at Cloud City
    John Hollis Lando’s aide (Lobot)
    Jack Purvis Chief Ugnaught
    Des Webb Wampa (snow creature)
    The Emperor
    Directors: Irvin Kershner IMDB Rating: 8.8/10 out of 259,790 votes

    “Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back” Movie Review

    “The Empire Strikes Back” Plot Summary

    While Luke takes advanced Jedi training from Yoda, his friends are relentlessly pursued by Darth Vader as part of his plan to capture Luke.

    Best of the best

    I cannot believe some people out there didn’t like this film, yet claim to have enjoyed Episode One. No comparison whatsoever. ‘The Empire Strike Back’ is George Lucas’ best contribution to human history, and it will be remembered long after most other science fiction films have gone the way of the Do-Do Bird. The optical effects still stand the test of time, and the acting is superb. Harrison Ford, Mark Hamil and Carrie Fisher are all better than they we in the original Star Wars, having fully developed and grown into their characters, and the story just keeps going and going, from asteroid fields to swamp planets to cities in the sky, everything in this film works. So ignore anyone who claims to dislike it, and see it for yourself if you haven’t already done so. 20 out of 10!!Oh, and Han Solo shot first! =)

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    ‘I’m Not There’ Download and Reviews

    December 1, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Biography, Drama, Music

    “I’m Not There” Movie Details

    I’m Not There tagline: All I Can Do Is Be Me Whoever That Is
    I'm Not There - DVD Cover

    I'm Not There DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Cate Blanchett Jude Quinn
    Ben Whishaw Arthur Rimbaud
    Christian Bale Jack Rollins/Pastor John
    Richard Gere Billy the Kid
    Marcus Carl Franklin Woody Guthrie
    Heath Ledger Robbie Clark
    Kris Kristofferson Narrator
    Don Francks Hobo Joe
    Roc LaFortune Hobo Moe
    Larry Day Government Agent
    Paul Cagelet Carny
    Pierre-Alexandre Fortin Gorgeous George
    Richie Havens Old Man Arvin
    Tyrone Benskin Mr. Arvin
    Kim Roberts Mrs. Arvin
    Directors: Todd Haynes
    IMDB Rating: 7.1/10 out of 21,263 votes

    “I’m Not There” Movie Review

    “I’m Not There” Plot Summary

    Ruminations on the life of Bob Dylan, where six characters embody a different aspect of the musician’s life and work.

    Beautiful, Unique & Full of Life

    Todd Haynes (‘Velvet Goldmine’, ‘Far from Heaven’) created a non-linear, truly original film, that must be seen by every Bob Dylan lover. Haynes’s tapestry is ‘inspired by the music and lives of Bob Dylan’ – he introduces us to 6 different Dylans: Jack Rollins (Christian Bale), Woody Guthrie (Marcus Carl Franklin), Jude Quinn (Cate Blanchett), Robbie Clark (Heath Ledger), Billy the Kid (Richard Gere) and Arthur Rimbaud (Ben Whishaw), interweaving their stories in a groundbreaking narrative slightly similar to Todd Solondz’s unsettling, caustic ‘Palindromes’ (2004), in which several very different actresses (and a boy) play a 13 year-old pregnant girl. While ‘Across the Universe’ illustrated The Beatles’ fantastic songs with simple, adorable characters in a psychedelic rhythm, but with little character development (not that I’m complaining: I absolutely love to see visual masters like Baz Luhrmann or Julie Taymor on fire, since their self-indulgence creates wonderful sensorial pieces), ‘I’m Not There’ is much more complex: it’s deeper than conventional biopics (‘Ray’, ‘Walk the Line’), and much smarter than exploitative flicks (the atrocious ‘Factory Girl’). Haynes crafted a unique film that’s a feast for the eyes (thanks to cinematographer Ed Lachman, ‘The Virgin Suicides’, who also co-directed the disgusting ‘Ken Park’ with Larry Clark), ears (Dylan’s music is always a pie in the sky) and mind (it’ll make you admire the man even more, and it doesn’t even need to be an ass-kissing biopic to succeed on that). The cast is heterogeneous and solid, but I think critics are overrating Cate Blanchett for the sheer fact that she’s playing a man (which makes things more challenging for her, indeed), when she’s not really better than most of the cast; a good performance for sure, but I was much more impressed by Christian Bale and the young revelation Marcus Carl Franklin. Julianne Moore, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Michelle Williams play some important women from Dylan’s life, and the always underrated Bruce Greenwood has a small but interesting part. All in all, this isn’t a film that will enjoy big commercial success, and it’s probably too artsy (although, not in a bad way) to get the Academy’s top prize (even though Blanchett’s performance and, maybe, Haynes’s magnificent directing/writing, will probably be remembered), but it’s a real gem for those who want to see something really exciting and original. As for myself, I’m thankful to Haynes and his audacious, faithful producer Christine Vachon (this woman rocks, and in a perfect world, she’d have all the money that a certain Jerry Bruckheimer possesses), who always dare to blow us away – something rare, these days. Fascinating. 10/10.

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    ‘Scream 2′ Download and Reviews

    November 25, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Horror, Mystery, Thriller

    “Scream 2″ Movie Details

    Scream 2 tagline: Someone has taken their love of sequels one step too far.
    Scream 2 - DVD Cover

    Scream 2 DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Portia de Rossi
  • David Arquette Dwight ‘Dewey’ Riley
    Neve Campbell Sidney Prescott
    Courteney Cox Gale Weathers
    Sarah Michelle Gellar Casey ‘Cici’ Cooper
    Jamie Kennedy Randy Meeks
    Laurie Metcalf Debbie Salt
    Elise Neal Hallie McDaniel
    Jerry O’Connell Derek Feldman
    Timothy Olyphant Mickey Altieri
    Jada Pinkett Smith Maureen Evans
    Liev Schreiber Cotton Weary
    Lewis Arquette Chief Lewis Hartley
    Duane Martin Joel Jones
    Rebecca Gayheart Sorority Sister Lois
    Sorority Sister Murphy
    Directors: Wes Craven IMDB Rating: 5.9/10 out of 45,766 votes

    “Scream 2″ Movie Review

    “Scream 2″ Plot Summary

    It has been two years since the tragic events at Woodsboro. Sidney Prescott and Randy Meeks are trying to get on with their lives… add synopsis

    My favorite of the three films.

    Two years has passed… the infamous murders at Woodsboro has turned into a movie. Since the novel is written by reporter Gale Wheaters (Courtney Cox). Two college students (Jada Pinkett Smith and Omar Epps) were killed in a sneak peak of a horror movie called ‘Stab’, which is based on Wheaters’ book. Now Sidney (Neve Campbell), Randy (Jamie Kennedy), Dewey (David Arquette), Gale and Cotton Weary (Liev Schreiber) find themselves in danger. This killer certainly wants something from Sidney, so she’s also putting her boyfriend (Jerry O’Connell) and her two friends (Timothy Olyphant & Elise Neal) in deep trouble as well

    Directed by Wes Craven (The Hills Have Eyes, The Last House on the Left, Shocker) made an truly enjoyable sequel to ‘Scream’ that is even more entertaining and funnier than the original. The script by Kevin Williamson (Cursed, Teaching Miss Tingle) certainly made some truly fun writing about the rules of a sequel. This was just as a blockbusters as the original was. Some film critics (For example the late Gene Siskel) felt the sequel was much better. There’s an amusing film within the film, which those scenes are directed (uncredited) by Robert Rodriguez (Spy Kids Trilogy, Grindhouse, The Faculty).

    The Original DVD has an sharp non-anamorphic Widescreen (2.35:1) transfer and an strong Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound. DVD includes Cast & Crew information and the original theatrical trailer. The only flaw in the sequel is the conclusion, which is a bit too much. ‘Scream 2′ has many funny moments as well for suspenseful moments. A good cast certainly helps. Heather Graham, Joshua Jackson, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Tori Spelling, Luke Wilson and others appears in bit parts. ‘Scream 2′ is certainly one of the better sequels has to offer these days and don’t miss it. Also available in a collector’e edition DVD with anamorphic widescreen, commentary by the filmmakers and more. Panavision. (****/*****).

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    ‘Jumanji’ Download and Reviews

    October 19, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Adventure, Family, Fantasy

    “Jumanji” Movie Details

    Jumanji tagline: Roll the dice and unleash the excitement!
    Jumanji - DVD Cover

    Jumanji DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Gary Joseph Thorup
  • Robin Williams Alan Parrish
    Jonathan Hyde Samuel Alan Parrish/Hunter Van Pelt
    Kirsten Dunst Judy Shepherd
    Bradley Pierce Peter Shepherd
    Bonnie Hunt Sarah Whittle
    Bebe Neuwirth Aunt Nora Shepherd
    David Alan Grier Carl Bentley
    Patricia Clarkson Carol Anne Parrish
    Adam Hann-Byrd Alan Parrish, 1969
    Laura Bell Bundy Sarah Whittle, 1969
    James Handy Exterminator
    Gillian Barber Mrs. Thomas the Realtor
    Brandon Obray Benjamin
    Cyrus Thiedeke Caleb
    Billy Jessup
    Directors: Joe Johnston IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 out of 51,079 votes

    “Jumanji” Movie Review

    “Jumanji” Plot Summary

    When two kids play an old magic board-game they found, they release a man trapped for decades in it and a host of dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. add synopsis

    If I could go back…

    I love this movie. I don’t know why. Maybe because I wonder what it would be like to start my life over again when I was 10 or 12, knowing what I know now at…well, much older. My favorite part is at the end, when Alan and Sarah come face to face in 1995 with the 2 kids who played the game with them the PREVIOUS 1995. Visually very interesting and not a rip off of any other film, that’s for sure!

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    ‘Batman’ Download and Reviews

    August 25, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Crime, Thriller

    “Batman” Movie Details

    Batman tagline:
    Batman - DVD Cover

    Batman DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Michael Keaton Batman
    Michael Keaton Bruce Wayne
    Jack Nicholson Joker
    Jack Nicholson Jack Napier
    Kim Basinger Vicki Vale
    Robert Wuhl Alexander Knox
    Pat Hingle Commissioner James Gordon
    Billy Dee Williams Harvey Dent
    Michael Gough Alfred Pennyworth
    Jack Palance Carl Grissom
    Jerry Hall Alicia Grissom
    Tracey Walter Bob the Goon
    Lee Wallace The Mayor
    William Hootkins Lt. Eckhardt
    Richard Strange Goon
    Directors: Tim Burton
    IMDB Rating: 7.6/10 out of 105,588 votes

    “Batman” Movie Review

    “Batman” Plot Summary

    The Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being the clownishly homicidal Joker.

    Great movie

    This and batman returns and the first couple of Superman’s are the finest super hero movies i have scene, Michael Keaton had the same impact as Christopher reeve had with the superman series,when i was a little kid i use to think that batman returns was the best batman,but until a year ago i watched the first batman, and jack Nicholson was a sensational joker, the way he portrayed him was brilliant,Michael Keaton was a great Batman,(i coined’t believe he was controversially Joice for the role)the music is great especially in the finally finale,i know heaps of people who hate Batman because he dosen’t have superpowers, well this movie shows why Batman is the greatest hero

    Why Keaton left the Batman franchise i will never know.

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