‘Finding Neverland’ Download and Reviews

November 22, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Biography, Drama, Family

“Finding Neverland” Movie Details

Finding Neverland tagline: Unlock your imagination.
Finding Neverland - DVD Cover

Finding Neverland DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Oliver Fox
  • Johnny Depp Sir James Matthew Barrie
    Kate Winslet Sylvia Llewelyn Davies
    Julie Christie Mrs. Emma du Maurier
    Radha Mitchell Mary Ansell Barrie
    Dustin Hoffman Charles Frohman
    Freddie Highmore Peter Llewelyn Davies
    Joe Prospero Jack Llewelyn Davies
    Nick Roud George Llewelyn Davies
    Luke Spill Michael Llewelyn Davies
    Kelly Macdonald Peter Pan
    Mackenzie Crook Mr. Jaspers – Usher
    Eileen Essell Mrs. Snow
    Jimmy Gardner Mr. Snow
    Gilbert Cannan
    Directors: Marc Forster IMDB Rating: 7.9/10 out of 82,684 votes

    “Finding Neverland” Movie Review

    “Finding Neverland” Plot Summary

    The story of J.M. Barrie’s friendship with a family who inspired him to create Peter Pan.

    Beautiful, Moving Movie with Very Few Flaws

    I had heard that this was merely a ‘chick flick.’ Hey, my wife is the one who wanted to go see it. As it turned out, I went with three other guys, and we all loved it

    Some movies entertain; some teach; some open up new worlds. This movie opened up new worlds. With each passing scene, carefully woven from the previous ones, it was like crossing yet another threshold into another world. The story unfolded deeper and deeper with each new scene, each layer adding not to complexity (the story is rather simple), but to the depth. Depp and the others (esp. the young actor who played Peter) easily lead the audience deeper and deeper into the paths of authenticity, healing, love, friendship and the triumph of inner strength. The other characters, likewise, garnish the central story excellently

    The only flaw I saw is, I’m sure, a matter of taste and perspective; I felt the grandmother was simply too two-dimensional and not as believable as she should have been, though she, too, had some beautiful moments that truly added to the film

    Having much experience with divorce (being a divorce attorney) I found the unfortunate relationship between Depp’s character and his wife believable to a tee: two people deeply in love with each other yet more committed to personal pursuits than tending the difficult relationship we call marriage. Ironically, though Depp’s character ultimately became the main caretaker of the four boys, by following the tender feelings of his heart, he allowed his marriage to evaporate by not following the other tender feelings of his heart

    Nearly perfect. I give it a 9 out of 10.

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    ‘Trainspotting’ Download and Reviews

    October 15, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Crime, Drama

    “Trainspotting” Movie Details

    Trainspotting tagline: Choose life. Choose a job. Choose a starter home. Choose dental insurance, leisure wear and matching luggage. Choose your future. But why would anyone want to do a thing like that?
    Trainspotting - DVD Cover

    Trainspotting DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Dale Winton
  • Ewan McGregor Renton
    Ewen Bremner Spud
    Jonny Lee Miller Sick Boy
    Kevin McKidd Tommy
    Robert Carlyle Begbie
    Kelly Macdonald Diane
    Peter Mullan Swanney
    James Cosmo Mr. Renton
    Eileen Nicholas Mrs. Renton
    Susan Vidler Allison
    Pauline Lynch Lizzy
    Shirley Henderson Gail
    Stuart McQuarrie Gavin/US Tourist
    Irvine Welsh Mikey Forrester
    Game Show Host
    Directors: Danny Boyle IMDB Rating: 8.2/10 out of 140,402 votes

    “Trainspotting” Movie Review

    “Trainspotting” Plot Summary

    Renton, deeply immersed in the Edinburgh drug scene, tries to clean up and get out, despite the allure of the drugs and influence of friends.

    One fantastic movie

    I saw this movie last year as a friend had it on DVD from the UK and, being a Ewan McGregor fan, I thought I’d give it a shot even though it’s considered an ‘artsy’ film. I was so shocked! It is a fantastic movie. I watched it over & over until she made me give it back. The young Ewan gives an Oscar-worthy (why he wasn’t nominated is beyond me) turn as the heroin addict trying to pull himself out and away from his addict buddies. He narrates the whole film with that rich Scot accent of his (reminds me of my Scottish grandparents) which gives even more depth to the characters and situations. The descent into the hell of addiction to the death of an innocent baby (very realistic) in their ‘home’, Ewan swimming through a vast sea of crap (yes, THAT kind) in a toilet, on through the entire film showing his constant struggle within himself amidst his friends to stay clean & sober is amazing. I could go on and on. It brings a memory of another film I saw years ago with a young Leo DiCaprio & David Thewlis in a little-seen movie called ‘Total Eclipse’ and which is also considered an ‘art’ film and really quite good. If you get a chance to see this, please do. You will not be sorry. If you happen to find it on DVD, BUY IT.

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    ‘Phone Booth’ Download and Reviews

    September 21, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Mystery, Thriller

    “Phone Booth” Movie Details

    Phone Booth tagline: A ringing phone has to be answered.
    Phone Booth - DVD Cover

    Phone Booth DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Yorgo Constantine
  • Colin Farrell Stu Shepard
    Kiefer Sutherland The Caller
    Forest Whitaker Captain Ramey
    Radha Mitchell Kelly Shepard
    Katie Holmes Pamela McFadden
    Paula Jai Parker Felicia
    Arian Waring Ash Corky
    Tia Texada Asia
    John Enos III Leon
    Richard T. Jones Sergeant Cole
    Keith Nobbs Adam
    Dell Yount Pizza Guy
    James MacDonald Negotiator
    Josh Pais Mario
    ESU Commander
    Directors: Joel Schumacher IMDB Rating: 7.2/10 out of 64,564 votes

    “Phone Booth” Movie Review

    “Phone Booth” Plot Summary

    Stuart Shepard finds himself trapped in a phone booth, pinned down by an extortionist’s sniper rifle.

    One of my most favourite films

    At first I thought the film was going to be just a normal thriller but it turned out to be a thousand times better than I expected. The film is truly original and was so dark & sinister that gives the tensive mood also it is emotionally & psychologically thrilling, the whole movie is charged with pulse pounding suspense and seems like it’s really happening. It’s amazing that how they managed to make an 80 minute movie with just a guy in a phone booth but the full credit goes to Colin Farrell and Larry Cohen the writer not Joel Schumacher because he is a crappy director. Joel Schumacher’s films are rubbish especially The Number 23, Phone Booth was shot in 10 days with a budget of $10 million so it wasn’t a hard job to make it, that’s why Joel doesn’t get any credit but the cast & crew did a fantastic job. I also really liked the raspberry coloured shirt Colin was wearing and it was an excellent choice of clothing because the viewers are going to watch him throughout the whole film. When I first saw the movie I fell in love with it and I bought it on DVD the next day and I’ve seen it about 20 times and I’m still not fed up with it. Phone Booth is and always will be Colin Farrell’s best film! Overall it is simply one of my favourite films and I even argued over my friend because he didn’t like it.

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