‘Man on Fire’ Download and Reviews

November 11, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Crime, Drama

“Man on Fire” Movie Details

Man on Fire tagline: Revenge is a meal best served cold
Man on Fire - DVD Cover

Man on Fire DVD Cover

Actors:
Denzel Washington Creasy
Dakota Fanning Pita
Marc Anthony Samuel
Radha Mitchell Lisa
Christopher Walken Rayburn
Giancarlo Giannini Manzano
Rachel Ticotin Mariana
JesГєs Ochoa Fuentes
Mickey Rourke Jordan
Angelina PelГЎez Sister Anna
Gustavo SГЎnchez Parra Daniel Sanchez
Gero Camilo Aurelio Sanchez
Rosa MarГ­a HernГЎndez Maria
Heriberto Del Castillo Bruno
Mario Zaragoza Jorge Ramirez
Directors: Tony Scott
IMDB Rating: 7.7/10 out of 69,966 votes

“Man on Fire” Movie Review

“Man on Fire” Plot Summary

In Mexico City, a former assassin swears vengeance on those who committed an unspeakable act against the family he was hired to protect.

Amazing, absolutely AMAZING

This movie blew me away; however not the first time I saw it, I had to watch it twice to truly appreciate the message and the power of this film. Maybe I wasn’t fully paying attention or maybe I was too young at the time but I am so glad that I watched it again

If ever there was perfect casting for a motion picture then this would be it! Denzel Washington is unbelievably believable, (then again when is he not believable) and even though Christopher Walken’s part is small in this you don’t forget him as he helps to develop the story and make Washington’s character even more electrifying. Also the supporting cast is more than solid with Marc Anthony and Radha Mitchell putting in very strong performances, with Mickey Rourke also worth a mention. However, this is all eclipsed by the youngest member of the cast, Dakota Fanning, who is indescribable as Pita. The chemistry between Washington ans Fanning shines off the screen and you laugh when they laugh, and cry when they cry

The direction is expertly done, but with such films as ‘Enemy of the State’ and ‘Crimson Tide’ perfection is what should be expected from a director like Tony Scott. There are scenes around 2-5 mins long with no dialogue and just Denzel Washington on screen that are captivating; a testament to the skills of Scott and Washington, which come together with brilliant results

It might not be everyone’s cup of tea with vivid violence and quite long at 146 mins, but in my opinion it has to have these things to make it the masterpiece that it is. If you like a film that really paints the picture before ripping it up in your face with twists and turns that will leave you with your jaw on the floor then this is the film for you. This film has so much to it that if I said anymore I would probably end up spoiling parts of it for you

This is one of the few films that has brought a tear to my eye and that was because you care so much for the characters. I think this film has been highly underrated but hopefully it will get recognised for its heart and for the excellence that oozes from the screen on every level.

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‘The Legend of Zorro’ Download and Reviews

August 22, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Adventure, Western

“The Legend of Zorro” Movie Details

The Legend of Zorro tagline: This Fall, adventure begins with a Z.
Zorro - DVD Cover

The Legend of Zorro DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Fernando Becerril
  • Alberto Reyes Brother Ignacio
    Julio Oscar Mechoso Frey Felipe
    Gustavo Sanchez-Parra Cortez
    Adrian Alonso Joaquin
    Nick Chinlund Jacob McGivens
    Giovanna ZacarГ­as Blanca
    Carlos Cobos Tabulador
    Antonio Banderas Zorro/Alejandro
    Michael Emerson Harrigan
    Shuler Hensley Pike
    Pedro ArmendГЎriz Jr. Governor Riley
    Mary Crosby Governor’s Wife
    Catherine Zeta-Jones Elena
    Mauricio Bonet Don Verdugo
    Don Diaz
    Directors: Martin Campbell IMDB Rating: 5.7/10 out of 19,580 votes

    “The Legend of Zorro” Movie Review

    “Zorro” Plot Summary

    Despite trying to keep his swashbuckling to a minimum, a threat to California’s pending statehood causes the adventure-loving Alejandro de la Vega (Banderas) — and his wife, Elena (Zeta-Jones) — to take action. add synopsis

    Worth the 7-year wait

    Someone needs to defend ‘the legend of Zorro’. I am reading all kinds of reviews which criticize this movie for very minor details, when, in fact, this movie is really just trying to have fun

    First – ‘Legend of Zorro’ is nothing at all like the ‘Spy Kids’ junk, which critics claim to see remarkable similarities. Yes, we know Antonio Banderas was in both films, and in both films his kids come to save the day…but the similarities stop there. The young actor they found to play Joaquin isn’t there to be scenery, but is involved in the story like any other character, and even better – he’s not painful to watch act (and he’s got some great dialogue, too).

    Second – I enjoyed the fact that the storyline did not become a predictable, routine sequel. If we waited seven years to just watch Zorro fight another bad guy while mom & son stayed home…I would be angry. But the story used Elena and Joaquin in very creative ways. The only way its predictable is that Zorro saves the day – but just as to how he gets there, I never saw it coming

    Third – I will admit, this is nowhere near the same level-of-quality that we saw in ‘Mask of Zorro’. They set the bar far too high (and they let two other jerks BESIDES Ted Elliot & Terry Rossario write the movie). The comic relief was at times excessive, there were a few unnecessary Zorro backflips, leaps, and jumps in the fight scenes…but how can you absolutely dismiss a sequel for not being perfect? ‘The Legend of Zorro’ met my expectations for a sequel, though did not surpass them. I still consider ‘the Mask of Zorro’ to be THE BEST action/adventure film of the last 20 years. But to say ‘Legend’ was outright horrible is just not fair. This is meant to be fun escapism, set in a beautiful 1850’s California, starring actors who clearly are having a fun time, filled with sword fights, evil villains, great chases, and a clever story

    Its only unforgivable sin was not finding one ‘in’ – any ‘in’ – that allowed Anthony Hopkins a cameo (like a flashback or a dream or something).

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