‘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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    ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ Download and Reviews

    November 7, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Romance

    “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” Movie Details

    My Big Fat Greek Wedding tagline: Love is here to stay… so is her family.
    My Big Fat Greek Wedding - DVD Cover

    My Big Fat Greek Wedding DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Gerry Mendicino
  • Nia Vardalos Toula Portokalos
    Michael Constantine Gus Portokalos
    John Corbett Ian Miller
    Christina Eleusiniotis Toula Portokalos – Age 6
    Kaylee Vieira Schoolgirl
    John Kalangis Greek Teacher
    Lainie Kazan Maria Portokalos
    Marita Zouravlioff Toula Portokalos – Age 12
    Sarah Osman Athena Portokalos – Age 15
    Petra Wildgoose Car Pool Friend
    Melissa Todd Car Pool Friend
    Bess Meisler Yiayia
    Andrea Martin Aunt Voula
    Louis Mandylor Nick Portokalos
    Uncle Taki
    Directors: Joel Zwick IMDB Rating: 6.6/10 out of 44,569 votes

    “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” Movie Review

    “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” Plot Summary

    A young Greek woman falls in love with a non-Greek and struggles to get her family to accept him while she comes to terms with her heritage and cultural identity. add synopsis

    Simply Great!

    I happen to come from Jordan, and I can relate very much to the movie, as Greek traditions are very similar to Jordanian ones

    If you happen to come from The Mediterranean region, you will simply fall in love with this movie. I’m sure that you’ll find a bit of each and every one of your family members in the characters of the movie

    I think the movie does justice to the rich Greek culture in particular, the entire region in general. Although it contains certain exaggerations, but it all comes from a very honest background. Some may find it very similar to rural or less-cosmopolitan Greek cities, but I think that it summarizes the whole Greek culture in a very amusing way

    The movie is definitely not to be missed, and I’m sure every person would enjoy it to the max.

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    ‘Superbad’ Download and Reviews

    September 18, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy

    “Superbad” Movie Details

    Superbad tagline: Come and Get Some
    Superbad - DVD Cover

    Superbad DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Jonah Hill Seth
    Michael Cera Evan
    Christopher Mintz-Plasse Fogell
    Bill Hader Officer Slater
    Seth Rogen Officer Michaels
    Emma Stone Jules
    Martha MacIsaac Becca
    Aviva Nicola
    Stacy Edwards Evan’s Mom
    Scott Gerbacia Jesse
    Pamella D’Pella Teacher
    Clint Mabry Prosthetic Leg Kid
    Casey Margolis Young Seth
    Laura Marano Little Becca
    Brian Huskey Elementary Principal
    Directors: Greg Mottola
    IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 out of 125,182 votes

    “Superbad” Movie Review

    “Superbad” Plot Summary

    Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry.

    Definitely the best Apatow-group film yet

    I enjoyed ‘The 40-Year-Old Virgin,’ but didn’t feel it was entirely worthy of all the enormous acclaim it garnered. And for all the praise ‘Knocked Up’ received, I thought it was fairly average. So I wasn’t expecting much from ‘Superbad.’ However, I’d have to say it’s the smartest and funniest Apatow film yet. I know he didn’t direct it, but his influence is distinct. And in the past I’ve felt indifferent towards Apatow’s brand of humour, but combined with Rogen’s sensitivity towards the teen condition here, it works really well

    People have compared it to John Hughes’ better teen comedies, but I don’t think the approach is entirely similar. ‘Superbad’ is cruder, ruder, a bit more focused on the sex & alcohol jokes. But it works really well because it captures that dynamic – better than ‘American Pie’ because it invests more care into its characters. One of the strengths of ‘Pie’ over other films in its genre (such as, say, ‘Slackers’) has always been its characters, and ‘Superbad’ similarly relies on its characters for support. Plus, it’s just really funny

    The performances all around are pretty funny, even if the Fogell/McLovin pop culture references are ruining a good joke (kind of like ‘Yeah, baby!!’ ruined Austin Powers when 20-year-old frat boys around the country thought it would be funny to shout the phrase every five seconds).

    Jonah Hill and Michael Cera have great chemistry and another one of the strengths of this film is that its teenage characters actually do look their age (even though Hill is in his early 20s, he still passes as a senior). But it was Bill Hader and Seth Rogen who stole the show for me as the clueless cops

    Overall this is just a funny, well-made film with heart. It doesn’t mock its characters or their predicaments but casts a knowing eye on the high school experience. It captures all this very well and was certainly, in my opinion, far superior to ‘Knocked Up.’

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    ‘Resurrecting the Champ’ Download and Reviews

    August 13, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Drama, Sport

    “Resurrecting the Champ” Movie Details

    Resurrecting the Champ tagline: Based on a true story, that was based on a lie.
    Resurrecting the Champ - DVD Cover

    Resurrecting the Champ DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Samuel L. Jackson Champ
    Josh Hartnett Erik Kernan
    Kathryn Morris Joyce Kernan
    Dakota Goyo Teddy Kernan
    Alan Alda Ralph Metz
    Rachel Nichols Polly
    Teri Hatcher Andrea Flak
    Kristen Shaw Perlmutter
    Nick Sandow Rocky Marciano
    David Paymer Whitley
    Harry J. Lennix Robert Satterfield Jr.
    Peter Coyote Ike Epstein
    Ryan McDonald Kenny
    Chris Ippolito Jaws
    Jameson Trenholm Runt
    Directors: Rod Lurie
    IMDB Rating: 7.0/10 out of 7,192 votes

    “Resurrecting the Champ” Movie Review

    “Resurrecting the Champ” Plot Summary

    Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man (“Champ”) only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. What begins as an opportunity to resurrect Champ’s story and escape the shadow of his father’s success becomes a personal journey as the ambitious reporter reexamines his own life and his relationship with his family.

    Good media movie with a great message!! :) :) :) :)

    This film portrayed the media world extremely accurately, largely due to the fact that it was based on a true story. The way they explain how the internet has an effect on jobs and styles of writing in journalism, along with how important it is to be thorough in background checks as well as in the writing itself. This film sends a good father-son message out there with Erik (the journalist), his son, and the Champ. Both Erik and the Champ try to be the best in what they do so their respective sons will be proud of them. In the end this turns catastrophic because Erik does not do enough searching for facts and does too much trusting in a man he knows nothing about. Both men regret their actions and try to make mends with everyone they have hurt. This film has a great story with an even better message of the media world.

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    ‘Air America’ Download and Reviews

    August 2, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Comedy

    “Air America” Movie Details

    Air America tagline: The Few. The Proud. The Totally Insane.
    Air America - DVD Cover

    Air America DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Mel Gibson Gene Ryack
    Robert Downey Jr. Billy Covington
    Nancy Travis Corinne Landreaux
    Ken Jenkins Major Donald Lemond
    David Marshall Grant Rob Diehl
    Lane Smith Senator Davenport
    Art LaFleur Jack Neely
    Ned Eisenberg Nick Pirelli
    Marshall Bell Q.V.
    David Bowe Saunders
    Burt Kwouk General Lu Soong
    Tim Thomerson Babo
    Harvey Jason Nino
    Sinjai Plengpanit May Ling
    Natta Nantatanti Gene’s Daughter
    Directors: Roger Spottiswoode
    IMDB Rating: 5.3/10 out of 9,529 votes

    “Air America” Movie Review

    “Air America” Plot Summary

    A young pilot finds himself recruited into a covert and corrupt CIA airlift organization operating in Vietnam War Era Laos. add synopsis

    Good for some laughs.

    I enjoyed Air America even though it wasn’t the most original story ever told. Mel Gibson is very good in a role that seems written for him. The rest of the cast seem like they are just collecting a paycheck. Some good action scenes spike it up a little but, it’s really only good for about one viewing.

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