‘The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury’ Download and Reviews

December 20, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Animation, Sci-Fi

“The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury” Movie Details

The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury tagline:
The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury - DVD Cover

The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury DVD Cover

Actors:
Vin Diesel Richard B. Riddick
Rhiana Griffith Jack
Keith David Abu ‘Imam’ al-Walid
Roger Jackson Junner
Tress MacNeille Chillingsworth
Nick Chinlund Toombs
Dwight Schultz Skiff A.I.
Sarge Escort Merc
Julia Fletcher Merc Squad Leader
Hedy Burress Lab tech
Andrew Philpot Tech
Rick Gomez Lead Merc
Directors: Peter Chung
IMDB Rating: 6.7/10 out of 3,352 votes

“The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury” Movie Review

“The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury” Plot Summary

This story opens with the new action hero and the two other survivors of Pitch Black already caught by a giant spaceship filled with dread… add synopsis

Great mini-movie, much better than the sequel

To anyone who has seen the excellent ‘The Matrix’ and its horrible sequels, this animated movie ‘Dark Fury’ is exactly the same as the ‘Last Flight Of The Osiris’ (short animation) for ‘The Matrix’.So, we have a great movie (‘Pitch Black’), and a very weak sequel (The Chronicles Of Riddick). But this little animated gem brings back our anti-hero in familiar territory: a great story (even though it’s short) and some great sci-fi ideas (the frozen ‘collection’ and the cyborg monster, for example).

If you liked Pitch Black it’s guaranteed you will like this one. It can also stand on its own (no need to see anything else, although you would get curious), which is always a good indication of brilliance.

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‘The Pelican Brief’ Download and Reviews

December 8, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Crime, Drama, Mystery

“The Pelican Brief” Movie Details

The Pelican Brief tagline: Two Supreme Court Justices have been assassinated. One lone law student has stumbled upon the truth. An investigative journalist wants her story. Everybody else wants her dead.
The Pelican Brief - DVD Cover

The Pelican Brief DVD Cover

Actors:
  • John Finn
  • Julia Roberts Darby Shaw
    Denzel Washington Gray Grantham
    Sam Shepard Professor Thomas Callahan
    John Heard FBI Agent Gavin Vereek
    Tony Goldwyn White House Chief of Staff Fletcher Coal
    James Sikking FBI Director Denton Voyles
    William Atherton Bob Gminski
    Robert Culp President
    Stanley Tucci Khamel
    Hume Cronyn Supreme Court Justice Rosenberg
    John Lithgow Smith Keen
    Anthony Heald Marty Velmano
    Nicholas Woodeson Stump
    Stanley Anderson Edwin Sneller
    Matthew Barr
    Directors: Alan J. Pakula IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 out of 23,589 votes

    “The Pelican Brief” Movie Review

    “The Pelican Brief” Plot Summary

    A law student uncovers a conspiracy, putting herself and others in danger. add synopsis

    Most enjoyable thriller

    Another complex legal thriller from author John Grisham (‘The Firm’) is brought professionally to the screen by director Alan J. Pakula (‘Presumed Innocent’).As in the Sydney Pollack film ‘The Firm’, ‘The Pelican Brief’ requires concentration and attention to detail as it relates the story of New Orleans law student Darby Shaw (Julia Roberts), whose theoretic paper, which outlines what she believes to be the reasons behind the brutal assassinations of two Supreme Court judges, lands her in hot water when it passes into the wrong hands. Her brief, it would seem, is much too close to the truth for comfort. So begins a frenetic chase as Darby runs for her life whilst she searches for someone in whom to place her trust. She finds that confidant in Washington Herald reporter Gray Grantham (Denzel Washington), whose determined yet ethical pursuit of the truth is both admirable and effective

    Grisham’s involved novel (which probably loses much specific detail in crossing to the big screen) gives the movie a plot that is fascinating enough to carry proceedings alone, however Pakula’s effective direction and his choice of two popular stars does no harm to the cause. Both Roberts and Washington are in good form and give strong performances, as do the impressive supporting cast

    A most enjoyable, and occasionally tense, thriller whose beginning and finale are both far outdone by the fast middle

    Sunday, March 27, 1994 – Village Doncaster

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    ‘Conspiracy Theory’ Download and Reviews

    December 7, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Crime, Mystery, Romance

    “Conspiracy Theory” Movie Details

    Conspiracy Theory tagline: What you know could kill you.
    Conspiracy Theory - DVD Cover

    Conspiracy Theory DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Saxon Trainor
  • Mel Gibson Jerry Fletcher
    Julia Roberts Alice Sutton
    Patrick Stewart Dr. Jonas
    Cylk Cozart Agent Lowry
    Steve Kahan Mr. Wilson
    Terry Alexander Flip
    Alex McArthur Cynic
    Rod McLachlan Justice Guard
    Michael Potts Justice Guard
    Jim Sterling Justice Guard
    Rich Hebert Public Works Man
    Brian J. Williams Clarke
    G.A. Aguilar Piper
    Cece Neber Labao Henry Finch’s Secretary
    Alice’s Secretary
    Directors: Richard Donner IMDB Rating: 6.5/10 out of 34,071 votes

    “Conspiracy Theory” Movie Review

    “Conspiracy Theory” Plot Summary

    Jerry Fletcher is a man who sees conspiracies everywhere. But if you keep doing that long enough, sooner or later you’re going to get one right… add synopsis

    breathtaking film, outstanding performances you only wish it won’t happen to you.

    We have all thought that certain incidents that we can’t explain or the explanation we were given was inadequate, could be because of a greater secret plan or conspiracy, i.e Elvis death, Princess Diana’s accident or JFK’s assasination are some of those mysteries. Well in this film Mel Gibson sees a conspiracy everywhere and tries to pursuade Julia Roberts, that certain ‘incidents’ weren’t quite as they seem. His whole behaviour though tends to be slightly psychotic and therefore no-one really pays attention to him. Except for Julia, who’s not quite sure what to believe. Until the day that Mel is abducted by Patrick Stewart and then gets away, only to show up in the justice department where Julia works, all covered in blood. When Julia hears his story she starts wondering for the first time ‘…what if….’ The story becomes faster and faster and now Julia is a target too

    Outstanding performances, great script, brilliant direction

    WELL DONE!

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    ‘The Proposal’ Download and Reviews

    November 16, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Drama, Romance

    “The Proposal” Movie Details

    The Proposal tagline: Here comes the bribe…
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    The Proposal DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Sandra Bullock Margaret Tate
    Ryan Reynolds Andrew Paxton
    Mary Steenburgen Grace Paxton
    Craig T. Nelson Joe Paxton
    Betty White Grandma Annie
    Denis O’Hare Mr. Gilbertson
    Malin Akerman Gertrude
    Oscar NuГ±ez Ramone
    Aasif Mandvi Bob Thurber
    Niecy Nash Flight Attendant
    Michael Nouri Chairman Bergen
    Michael Mosley Chuck
    Maureen Keiller Suzanne Joines
    Dale Place Jim McKittrick
    Mini Anden Simone
    Directors: Anne Fletcher
    IMDB Rating: 6.8/10 out of 31,726 votes

    “The Proposal” Movie Review

    “The Proposal” Plot Summary

    A pushy boss forces her young assistant to marry her in order to keep her Visa status in the U.S. and avoid deportation to Canada.

    Delightful Entertainment

    In New York, the Canadian Margaret Tate (Sandra Bullock) is the successful self-made chief-editor of the Ruick & Hunt Publishing and loathed by her coworkers. Margaret lost her parents when she was sixteen and is tough with the employees of the office. Her executive assistant and aspirant editor Andrew Paxton (Ryan Reynolds) has been working with her for three years without any recognition. When Margaret has problems with the immigration due to an expired visa and is threatened of deportation, she blackmails Andrew to accept to marry her; in return, he would be promoted to editor and she would publish his book. Meanwhile, the skeptical clerk of the immigration department Mr. Gilbertson (Denis O’Hare) schedules an interview with Margaret and Andrew after the weekend. The couple travels to Sitka, Alaska, to celebrate the ninetieth anniversary of Andrew’s grandmother in their real estate and Margaret is welcomed by his warming family. Along the weekend, she gets closer to Andrew’s family that asks her to marry Andrew in their barn, since it is a tradition in the Paxton family. And the tension increases when Mr. Gilbertson appears out of the blue in Sitka promising to charge Andrew for fraud.’The Proposal’ is a delightful entertainment and the story is very funny. Last week, a friend of mine recommended this romantic comedy and my wife and I really enjoyed it. The shape of forty-five year-old Sandra Bullock is amazing and her difference of age with thirty-three year-old Ryan Reynolds Ryan is not visible and does not affect their chemistry; they form a romantic pair that really works. However, Betty White and Oscar Nunez steal the movie in the roles of the adorable grandma and the versatile handyman. I saw this movie on DVD and I liked much more the alternative ending in the credits. My vote is seven

    Title (Brazil): ‘A Proposta’ (‘The Proposal’)

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