‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’ Download and Reviews

December 13, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Adventure, Family, Fantasy

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” Movie Details

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets tagline: Dobby Has Come To Warn You Sir.
HP and the Chamber of Secrets - DVD Cover

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Chris Rankin
  • Alfie Enoch
    Kenneth Branagh
    Miriam Margolyes
    Jason Isaacs
    John Cleese
    Sean Biggerstaff
    David Bradley
    Robbie Coltrane
    Richard Harris
    Daniel Radcliffe Harry Potter
    Rupert Grint Ron Weasley
    Emma Watson Hermione Granger
    Richard Griffiths Uncle Vernon
    Fiona Shaw Aunt Petunia
    Harry Melling Dudley Dursley
    Toby Jones Dobby the House Elf
    Jim Norton Mr. Mason
    Veronica Clifford Mrs. Mason
    James Phelps Fred Weasley
    Oliver Phelps George Weasley
    Julie Walters Molly Weasley
    Bonnie Wright Ginny Weasley
    Mark Williams Arthur Weasley
    Percy Weasley
    Directors: Chris Columbus IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 out of 113,450 votes

    “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” Movie Review

    “HP and the Chamber of Secrets” Plot Summary

    Harry ignores warnings not to return to Hogwarts, only to find the school plagued by a series of mysterious attacks and a strange voice haunting him.

    Worth the price of admission.

    Warning to those who are avid fans of J.K. Rowling–I LOATHE the Harry Potter books. Yes, I have read them. I find her writing to be more than a little plagiaristic of the style of C.S. Lewis, but without the skill that he employed. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed both this and the first movie. Frankly, I don’t care if the scriptwriters left this bit or that bit out; it is simply impossible for all parts of any novel to be completely included in a film without turning it into an epic of a minimum of seven hours, which is ridiculous. That is the nature of a film; much over two-and-a-half hours and the theatres are only going to be able to show a limited number of screenings, which will, of necessity, limit the profit to be made on the film–and the bottom line of any film project is ‘How much of a profit will it make?’. (And, of course, how many people are going to be able to sit through it without multiple bathroom breaks? I had to run out myself once, cursing, just when they were about to ‘follow the spiders’…)I found the casting to be clever and appropriate; of special note is, of course, the late Richard Harris as Dumbledore (and I wonder if they will make the obvious choice to replace him in the next movie with Max von Sydow, who could be made to look and sound exactly the same?) as well as the return of Robbie Coltrane and Alan Rickman. Both of these actors can actually act, as opposed to simply being screen personalities. The visual effects are stunning, although just a little too obviously digital in more than a few cases. The story is easily followed, which is more than I could say for the original books. The pacing was almost perfect; I only looked at my watch twice–my measure for a movie in which I am immersed. Both times occurred, I might add, when I was distracted by Rupert Grint’s voice obviously cracking–they’re going to have to do something about the fact that their stars are definitely more than a few miles down the road of adolescence

    This movie, of course, is raking in the cash. Deservedly so; it’s not by any stretch of the imagination a movie of any deep and lasting meaning, but it gives good value for one’s entertainment dollar, and at the scandalous prices that movie admissions are reaching now, that is certainly a ringing endorsement. It was able to take me away from the insanity of a stressful holiday season, and for that reason alone I was completely satisfied. See if it can do the same for you.

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    ‘Broken Flowers’ Download and Reviews

    December 10, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Drama, Mystery

    “Broken Flowers” Movie Details

    Broken Flowers tagline: Sometimes life brings some strange surprises.
    Broken Flowers - DVD Cover

    Broken Flowers DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Bill Murray Don Johnston
    Julie Delpy Sherry
    Heather Simms Mona
    Brea Frazier Rita
    Jarry Fall Winston and Mona’s Kid
    Korka Fall Winston and Mona’s Kid
    Saul Holland Winston and Mona’s Kid
    Zakira Holland Winston and Mona’s Kid
    Niles Lee Wilson Winston and Mona’s Kid
    Jeffrey Wright Winston
    Meredith Patterson Flight Attendant
    Jennifer Rapp Girl on Bus
    Nicole Abisinio Girl on Bus
    Ryan Donowho Young Man on Bus
    Alexis Dziena Lolita
    Directors: Jim Jarmusch
    IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 out of 37,078 votes

    “Broken Flowers” Movie Review

    “Broken Flowers” Plot Summary

    As the devoutly single Don Johnston is dumped by his latest girlfriend, he receives an anonymous pink letter informing him that he has a son who may be looking for him. The situation causes Don to examine his relationships with women instead of moving on to the next one, and he embarks on a cross-country search for his old flames who might possess clues to the mystery at hand. add synopsis

    Liked it

    Jarmusch aims for the mainstream

    Murray visits his ex-girlfriends to find out which of them sent him a letter

    Similar in structure to The Swimmer – at the first people are friendly but gradually turn nasty. Watchable movie with many good scenes – sometimes you feel sorry for Murray but other times you feel sorry for the women he visits. The best scene has Murray visiting a nervous childless woman and her husband – very nice couple. Similar to many independent American movies of recent years – but more enjoyable

    Broken Flowers is worth a look.

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    ‘Abyss’ Download and Reviews

    December 7, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

    “Abyss” Movie Details

    Abyss tagline: There’s everything you’ve ever known about adventure, and then there’s The Abyss.
    Abyss - DVD Cover

    Abyss DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Ed Harris Virgil “Bud” Brigman
    Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio Lindsey Brigman
    Michael Biehn Lt. Coffey
    Leo Burmester Catfish De Vries
    Todd Graff Alan “Hippy” Carnes
    John Bedford Lloyd Jammer Willis
    J.C. Quinn Arliss “Sonny” Dawson
    Kimberly Scott Lisa “One Night” Standing
    Captain Kidd Brewer Jr. Lew Finler
    George Robert Klek Wilhite
    Christopher Murphy Schoenick, SEAL Team Member
    Adam Nelson Ensign Monk, SEAL Team Member
    Dick Warlock Dwight Perry
    Jimmie Ray Weeks Leland McBride
    J. Kenneth Campbell DeMarco
    Directors: James Cameron
    IMDB Rating: 7.5/10 out of 45,908 votes

    “Abyss” Movie Review

    “Abyss” Plot Summary

    A civilian diving team are enlisted to search for a lost nuclear submarine and face danger while encountering an alien aquatic species.

    Deeply Amazing

    Dear Readers,

    One of my favorite Sci-Fi films is The Abyss, a deep water action/adventure film by the master of Science Fiction, James Cameron. A stunning thriller filmed almost entirely underwater and one of the first films to feature CGI effects. But it’s not the special effects that define this film. It’s the plot, the script, the characters, and the direction.

    The Abyss begins with a US Nuclear Submarine encountering an anomaly in the ocean, causing them to crash into a trench at the bottom of the ocean. The US Navy is powerless to reach them because of an incoming Hurricane. So instead they hire a group of underwater oil miners led by Virgil ‘Bud’ Brigman. Brigman’s soon-to-be-ex-wife, Lindsay, infuriated that her underwater oil rig is being used for a military operation, tags along with a group of Navy SEALS led by the cold Lieutenant Coffey. As they investigate the Sub wreckage, the Divers and the SEALS encounter a power living down in the Abyss…A power with the ability to save the world or destroy it.

    James Cameron outdoes himself with this underwater thriller and so does the cast. You get inside each of the characters heads and see each their points of view. Ed Harris plays his role quietly and coolly, playing a man who’s become bitter from losing his wife and questioning whether there is life at the bottom of the ocean. Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio is awesome as Lindsay Brigman, a dedicated engineer and scientist determined to prove that the life at the bottom of the Abyss is not a threat to mankind. Michael Biehn steals the show, though, as the slowly-going-insane Lieutenant Coffey. Not since watching Platoon have I seen such insanity in a man. Gone is the cool charming character of Kyle Reese and instead is a man who will kill anything that threatens his mission.

    Point blank: Watch this film.

    Signed, The Constant DVD Collector, Matt Macleod

    Parental Warning: There’s some mild swearing and tense moments, but there’s also a scene of nudity as well. I recommend not letting your kids see this if they’re under teenage years. You be the judge.

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    ‘The Jungle Book’ Download and Reviews

    November 26, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Adventure, Animation, Family

    “The Jungle Book” Movie Details

    The Jungle Book tagline: The Jungle is JUMPIN’!
    The Jungle Book - DVD Cover

    The Jungle Book DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Jason Scott Lee Mowgli
    Cary Elwes Captain William Boone
    Lena Headey Katherine ‘Kitty’ Brydon
    Sam Neill Colonel Geofferey Brydon
    John Cleese Dr. Julien Plumford
    Jason Flemyng Lt. John Wilkins
    Stefan Kalipha Buldeo
    Ron Donachie Sgt. Harley
    Anirudh Agarwal Tabaqui
    Faran Tahir Nathoo
    Sean Naegeli Mowgli, age 5
    Joanna Wolff Kitty Brydon, age 5
    Liza Walker Alice
    Rachel Robertson Rose
    Natalie Morse Margaret
    Directors: Wolfgang Reitherman
    IMDB Rating: 7.6/10 out of 25,109 votes

    “The Jungle Book” Movie Review

    “The Jungle Book” Plot Summary

    Bagheera the Panther and Baloo the Bear have a difficult time trying to convince a boy to leave the jungle for human civilization.

    One of Disney’s Best

    ‘The Jungle Book’ is definitely a classic. This was the last one to be produced under Walt Disney himself, and it kept the animation department alive after him. If you have noticed a certain ‘formula’ to modern Disney animated features, you’ll see that ‘The Jungle Book’ does not quite fit that formula. It’s something I appreciate about old Disney pictures, especially this one.

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    ‘Eyes Wide Shut’ Download and Reviews

    November 21, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Drama, Mystery, Thriller

    “Eyes Wide Shut” Movie Details

    Eyes Wide Shut tagline: Cruise. Kidman. Kubrick.
    EWS - DVD Cover

    Eyes Wide Shut DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Lisa Leone
  • Alan Cumming
    Vinessa Shaw
    Rade Serbedzija
    Fay Masterson
    Leelee Sobieski
    Tom Cruise Dr. William ‘Bill’ Harford
    Nicole Kidman Alice Harford
    Madison Eginton Helena Harford
    Jackie Sawiris Roz
    Sydney Pollack Victor Ziegler
    Leslie Lowe Illona Ziegler
    Peter Benson Bandleader
    Todd Field Nick Nightingale
    Michael Doven Ziegler’s Secretary
    Sky Dumont Sandor Szavost
    Louise J. Taylor Gayle
    Stewart Thorndike Nuala
    Randall Paul Harris
    Julienne Davis Amanda ‘Mandy’ Curran
    Lisa
    Directors: Stanley Kubrick IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 out of 88,348 votes

    “Eyes Wide Shut” Movie Review

    “EWS” Plot Summary

    A New York City doctor, who is married to an art curator, pushes himself on a harrowing and dangerous night-long odyssey of sexual and moral discovery after his wife admits that she once almost cheated on him.

    Kubrick’s finest achievement

    One of the most under-rated films of the decade, Eyes Wide Shut is a brilliant masterpiece, from the very opening of the film to its very end. Kubrick succeeds in what many good filmmakers failed before him- and conveys a beautiful imagery of our state of dreams, full of sexual symbolism and other dream-like symbols (notice the stop signs in the streets in front of Tom Cruise), and creates a feeling of total wandering; although consistent, due to the fact that every scene and dialogue is vital and neccecary for the film’s development

    Moreover, Kubrick’s use of music is even more genius than always, and Ligeti’s motif from Musica Ricercarta shows us the repetitive nature of dreams, together with a feeling that we don’t know where to go next

    And of course there is a note of marriage life, men’s sexuality (and the attempt to deny women’s sexuality) and the very fine acting of Cruise and Kidman, which was a postlude of there own relationship

    For me, this is the finest, most perfect film of Kubrick, and therefore one of the best films of all. A must see! 10/10

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    ‘Chocolat’ Download and Reviews

    September 20, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Drama, Mystery

    “Chocolat” Movie Details

    Chocolat tagline: A comic fable from the director of “The Cider House Rules”.
    Chocolat - DVD Cover

    Chocolat DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Leslie Caron
  • Alfred Molina Comte De Reynaud
    Juliette Binoche Vianne Rocher
    Carrie-Anne Moss Caroline Clairmont
    Johnny Depp Roux
    Aurelien Parent Koenig Luc Clairmont
    Judi Dench Armande Voizin
    Antonio Gil-Martinez Jean-Marc Drou
    HГ©lГЁne Cardona Francoise Drou
    Harrison Pratt Dedou Drou
    Gaelan Connell Didi Drou
    Elisabeth Commelin Yvette Marceau
    Ron Cook Alphonse Marceau
    Guillaume Tardieu Baptiste Marceau
    Hugh O’Conor Pere Henri
    John Wood Guillaume Blerot
    Lena Olin Josephine Muscat
    Peter Stormare Serge Muscat
    Madame Audel
    Directors: Lasse Hallstrom IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 out of 52,670 votes

    “Chocolat” Movie Review

    “Chocolat” Plot Summary

    A woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop in a small French village that shakes up the rigid morality of the community. add synopsis

    wonderful movie :)

    First I borrowed this movie from videostore And loved it so much that soon I bought the DVD so I could watch it again. That’s how much i love it. I truly regret not watching it, while it was in the cinemas, it would have been great to see it on the big screen. This movie has everything: humanity, love, magic (and gorgeous cinematography), comedy, sadness, great acting. There is depth and strength to the characters in the movie. The costumes and special effects are great too. I loved the acting and how all these story lines were woven into a beautiful, delightful fable. This movie has got the heart. The music is beautiful too, it is so enchanting. It is so wonderful and bittersweet, like chocolate for the soul :) I strongly recommend it

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    ‘Romeo Must Die’ Download and Reviews

    August 18, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Crime, Drama

    “Romeo Must Die” Movie Details

    Romeo Must Die tagline: In A World Of Vicious Rivalries And Violent Betrayals Only One Thing Is Sure.
    Romeo Must Die - DVD Cover

    Romeo Must Die DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Ronin Wong
  • Jet Li Han Sing
    Aaliyah Trish O’Day
    Isaiah Washington Mac
    Russell Wong Kai
    DMX Silk
    Delroy Lindo Isaak O’Day
    D.B. Woodside Colin O’Day
    Henry O Ch’u Sing
    Jonkit Lee Po Sing
    Edoardo Ballerini Vincent Roth
    Anthony Anderson Maurice
    Matthew Harrison Dave, Roth’s Assistant
    Terry Chen Kung
    Derek Lowe Chinese Messenger
    New Prisoner
    Directors: Andrzej Bartkowiak IMDB Rating: 5.8/10 out of 23,976 votes

    “Romeo Must Die” Movie Review

    “Romeo Must Die” Plot Summary

    An avenging cop seeks out his brother’s killer and falls for the daughter of a businessman who is involved in a money-deal with his father.

    Best Jet Li movie

    Romeo must die is the Best Jet Li movie till date. It is packed with amazing fight scenes, plenty of jokes and a great atmosphere sorrounding the movie. This is Jet Li’s second Hollyood movie after the Hit Lethal weapon 4. Some of the fight scenes are computerised, but Impresses big time. This is my favourite Jet Li movie, others include Kiss of the Dragon, Unleashed, Born to defend and Black mask. The late Aliyah looks great as ever, especially when she takes Li to the night club. DMX appears in this movie in a small role, he later makes a Decent movie alongside Li in Cradle 2 the grave. It wasn’t exactly a Blockbuster Hit of a movie, but it was Great Fun. There is a large number of actors, another actor that provides laughs are Maureen, who also appears in cradle 2 the grave. One of my favourite scenes is when Jet Li plays football, and is sarcasticlly fouled on purpose. He decides to take advantage of the rules and hit back in a Great Way. Recommended, if you enjoyed Jet Li Movies.

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    ‘HouseSitter’ Download and Reviews

    August 16, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Romance

    “HouseSitter” Movie Details

    HouseSitter tagline: She’s turning his house into a home…hers!
    HouseSitter - DVD Cover

    HouseSitter DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Steve Martin Newton Davis
    Goldie Hawn Gwen Phillips
    Dana Delany Becky Metcalf
    Julie Harris Edna Davis
    Donald Moffat George Davis
    Peter MacNicol Marty
    Richard B. Shull Ralph
    Laurel Cronin Mary
    Roy Cooper Winston Moseby
    Christopher Durang Reverend Lipton
    Heywood Hale Broun Travis Keller
    Cherry Jones Patty
    Vasek Simek Karol
    Suzanne Whang Moseby’s Secretary
    Mary Klug Lorraine
    Directors: Frank Oz
    IMDB Rating: 5.7/10 out of 6,920 votes

    “HouseSitter” Movie Review

    “HouseSitter” Plot Summary

    Con artist Gwen moves into Newton’s empty house without his knowledge, and begins setting up house posing as his new wife. add synopsis

    Best Hawn-Martin film

    This film is well known, and I’ve read many comments on it. Some loves it, some does not, as usual. I think I depends on what you are looking for. This is in my opinion one of the best comedy of the last 20 years, light, funny, sincere. Hawn and Martin gave their best performance. (Moreover Hawn is so charming!) I keep this film on the shelf with Wilder’s Apartment, Reiner’s When Harry met Sally, etc. Enjoy it!

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