‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ Download and Reviews

December 28, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Animation, Comedy, Crime

“Who Framed Roger Rabbit” Movie Details

Who Framed Roger Rabbit tagline: It’s the story of a man, a woman, and a rabbit in a triangle of trouble.
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Who Framed Roger Rabbit DVD Cover

Actors:
Bob Hoskins Eddie Valiant
Christopher Lloyd Baron von Rotton a.k.a. “Judge Doom”
Joanna Cassidy Dolores
Charles Fleischer Roger Rabbit/Benny The Cab/Greasy/Psycho
Stubby Kaye Marvin Acme
Alan Tilvern R.K. Maroon
Richard LeParmentier Lt. Santino
Lou Hirsch Baby Herman
Betsy Brantley Jessica”s Performance Model
Joel Silver Raoul (Director)
Paul Springer Augie
Richard Ridings Angelo
Edwin Craig Arthritic Cowboy
Lindsay Holiday Soldier
Mike Edmonds Stretch
Directors: Robert Zemeckis
IMDB Rating: 7.6/10 out of 49,678 votes

“Who Framed Roger Rabbit” Movie Review

“Who Framed Roger Rabbit” Plot Summary

A toon hating detective is a cartoon rabbit’s only hope to prove his innocence when he is accused of murder.

A unique movie experience

‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ is a wonder in the art of making films. Because it mixes live-action and cartoons, it was a challenge to be made. But that’s exactly what makes it so distinguish and unique, especially considering that the idea works out so well. It’s a different and original movie experience, a real winner.

Yet, the film is more than a combination of live-action and cartoons. It has a dark atmosphere with lots of suspense, almost like a thriller. Classic humor isn’t forgotten either, with numerous funny lines and hysterical gags, as well as humorous characters. The joke about В«uncle ThumperВ» is one of the funniest, but there are many others. There’s also a hilarious piano acting with Donald Duck and Daffy Duck, which they play the same piano song as in Tom & Jerry’s short ‘The Cat Concerto’ and have their hilariously silly battle. In fact, the soundtrack of the movie is excellent, including Jessica Rabbit’s song ‘Why don’t you do right?’ and a suspense music very similar to one from the original ‘Back to the Future’.

Other movies that successfully mix live-action and cartoons are ‘Mary Poppins’, ‘Pete’s Dragon’ and ‘Bedknobs and Broomsticks’. Like ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’, those three movies combine this ‘marriage’ very well. On the other hand, other movies such as ‘Space Jam’ tried this idea but without the same success.

I believe that this movie was made in a unique moment of inspiration. The sceneries are great, the designs, the cartoons, the backgrounds, the details, the animation, the special effects, the artwork… everything was carefully made and I very much welcome that. This is one of the greatest live-action films from Disney.

Great actors make the difference too. Bob Hoskins is English but speaks with an excellent American accent, not to mention that he does the amazing thing of acting against the air. Joanna Cassidy, Charles Fleischer, Alan Tilvern, Stubby Kaye, Cristopher Lloyd and Kathleen Turner are awesome too. Kathleen Turner is the voice of Jessica Rabbit, with that sexy and sensual voice. And… guess what! Even the singer Frank Sinatra has a minor role in this film as the hilarious but useless Singing Sword. Even without looking at the credits, who wouldn’t recognize that great voice? Frank Sinatra’s voice is just as recognizable as Nat King Cole’s or Sterling Holloway’s.

As for the characters, the weasels are a perfect example of chronical stupidity. They’re humorous because they’re always laughing, even though they know what happens to someone who can’t stop laughing.

Marvin Acme is В«the king of the jokesВ», always humorous and cheerful and at his funniest with his mythical hand-buzzer. Angelo is an idiot, drunk and greedy guy, but funny at the same time. Dolores is a great character. R. K. Maroon is an interesting character with half a dark side and half a good side. Judge Doom is a great villain, humorous, mysterious and somewhat sinister. Roger Rabbit is hilarious and very jolly – that’s his only purpose as a cartoon, like he says himself. Jessica Rabbit is a very sexy cartoon, one of the most beautiful and sexiest ever – she’s not bad, she’s just drawn that way. Benny the Cab is funny. Baby Herman is a bit annoying – he might look innocent at first, but he is extremely rude and he loves to woo women. Eddie Valiant is another great character – grumpy, serious and funny sometimes. And he looks very much like my godfather in appearance.

The movie takes place in Hollywood, 1947. It does recreate the 40’s very well. That influence is notorious in many ways, including the cars used.

Before finishing, let me say that I like rabbits very much. They’re adorable and very cute animals, although in the cartoons they aren’t as cute – but they’re usually funny in cartoons.

This should definitely be on Top 250.

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‘American Pie 2′ Download and Reviews

December 28, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Comedy, Romance

“American Pie 2″ Movie Details

American Pie 2 tagline: This Summer It’s All About Sticking Together.
American Pie 2 - DVD Cover

American Pie 2 DVD Cover

Actors:
Jason Biggs Jim Levenstein
Shannon Elizabeth Nadia
Alyson Hannigan Michelle Flaherty
Chris Klein Chris ‘Oz’ Ostreicher
Thomas Ian Nicholas Kevin Myers
Natasha Lyonne Jessica
Tara Reid Vicky Lathum
Seann William Scott Steve Stifler
Mena Suvari Heather
Eddie Kaye Thomas Paul Finch
Chris Owen Chuck Sherman
Eugene Levy Jim’s Dad
Molly Cheek Jim’s Mom
Denise Faye Danielle
Lisa Arturo Amber
Directors: J.B. Rogers
IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 out of 62,891 votes

“American Pie 2″ Movie Review

“American Pie 2″ Plot Summary

The continuing bawdy adventures of a group of friends reuniting after their first year of college. add synopsis

American Pie 2

It is almost as good as the first one, with all the teenagers from American Pie reunited after graduating from college. Jim (Jason Biggs) has heard from Nadia (Shannon Elizabeth) that she is coming to see him, so he seeks ’sex’ advice from his prom date Michelle (Alyson Hannigan). Kevin (Thomas Ian Nicholas) is still an idiot and still trying to be friends with Vicki (Tara Reid). Oz (Chris Klein) is speaking to Heather (Mena Suvari) on the phone, they even have short phone sex. Finch (Eddie Kaye Thomas) is still obsessed with Stifler’s Mom (Jennifer Coolidge) ever since prom, and Stifler (Seann William Scott) is still the loud and hilarious jock. Anyway, the basic story is they rent a beach house and spend summer there, and eventually do a party that they will never forget. My favourite bit is Jim gluing himself to ‘himself’ (his penis). Filled with more good laughs and more short scenes with Jim’s Dad (Eugene Levy), this is a good sequel. Good!

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‘American Wedding’ Download and Reviews

December 27, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Comedy, Romance

“American Wedding” Movie Details

American Wedding tagline: This time they’re going all the way.
American Pie: The Wedding - DVD Cover

American Wedding DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Lawrence Pressman
  • Jason Biggs Jim Levenstein
    Seann William Scott Steve Stifler
    Alyson Hannigan Michelle Flaherty
    Eddie Kaye Thomas Paul Finch
    Thomas Ian Nicholas Kevin Myers
    January Jones Cadence Flaherty
    Eugene Levy Jim’s Dad
    Molly Cheek Jim’s Mom
    Deborah Rush Mary Flaherty
    Fred Willard Harold Flaherty
    Angela Paton Grandma
    Eric Allan Kramer Bear
    Amanda Swisten Fraulein Brandi
    Nikki Schieler Ziering Officer Krystal
    Head Coach
    Directors: Jesse Dylan IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 out of 49,030 votes

    “American Wedding” Movie Review

    “American Pie: The Wedding” Plot Summary

    The third film in the American Pie series deals with the wedding of Jim and Michelle and the gathering of their families and friends, including Jim’s old friends from high school and Michelle’s little sister.

    A Grand Finale!!!

    American Wedding is the funniest film in the American Pie series. Most of the original gang is back to see Jim and Michelle tie the knot. But, the two characters have to overcome a couple of obstacles. One obstacle is making sure Stifler behaves himself. Does he… not really. Stifler throws a bachelor party when Michelle’s parents are supposed to turn up, eats dog crap while saying it’s chocolate, losing the ring, and having sex with Jim’s grandmother. Stifler is by far the most funniest character in the film, especially when he plays nice boy. Jim and his father are funny, too. I liked the part when Jim shaves his privates and throws the shavings out the window and into people’s mouths and wedding cake. The characters are original and hilarious. The acting was great, so was the directing. As with the first two films, there is a great soundtrack. I recommend seeing this grand finale. I rate this film a 10/10.

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    ‘Match Point’ Download and Reviews

    December 26, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Crime, Drama, Romance

    “Match Point” Movie Details

    Match Point tagline: Passion Temptation Obsession
    Match Point - DVD Cover

    Match Point DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • John Fortune
  • Jonathan Rhys-Meyers Chris Wilton
    Alexander Armstrong Mr. Townsend
    Paul Kaye Estate Agent
    Matthew Goode Tom Hewett
    Brian Cox Alec Hewett
    Penelope Wilton Eleanor Hewett
    Emily Mortimer Chloe Hewett Wilton
    Janis Kelly ‘La Traviata’ Performer
    Alan Oke ‘La Traviata’ Performer
    Mark Gatiss Ping-Pong Player
    Scarlett Johansson Nola Rice
    Simon Kunz Rod Carver
    Geoffrey Streatfield Alan Sinclair
    Mary Hegarty ‘Rigoletto’ Performer
    John the Chauffeur
    Directors: Woody Allen IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 out of 61,087 votes

    “Match Point” Movie Review

    “Match Point” Plot Summary

    At a turning point in his life, a former tennis pro falls for a femme-fatal type who happens to be dating his friend and soon-to-be brother-in-law. add synopsis

    The Talented Mr. Allen: Woody’s best film since ‘Crimes & Misdemeanors’

    MATCH POINT (2005) ***1/2 Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, Scarlett Johansson, Emily Mortimer, Matthew Goode, Brian Cox, Penelope Wilton, Margaret Tyzack, Ewen Bremner, James Nesbitt. The Talented Mr. Allen: Woody’s best film since ‘Crimes & Misdemeanors’Woody Allen has been a respected filmmaker for over thirty years and in recent memory has been in something of a slump with his trademark New York neurotic comedies of late and it has been well over a decade since he attempted anything resembling a drama (his last was a combination of comedy/ drama for his masterpiece ‘Crimes & Misdemeanors’ in 1989) and in his latest stab at it comes through remarkably with his best film in sometime

    Jettisoning his usual choice of his beloved Manhattan The Woodman jaunts across The Big Pond and sets his story in London (not the first European adventure mind you – he did go to Paris for ‘Everyone Says I Love You’) with the plot focusing on a borderline callow young tennis player cum pro, Chris Wilton (Rhys-Meyers giving Jude Law a run for the money as sexiest Brit on screen) whose philosophy for life is being lucky rather than being good or great at something. This proves to be his one flaw as he obtains a job as an instructor for a supremely private resort club where he befriends one of his charges, Tom Hewett (Goode), whose shared love for opera has him inviting the unassuming Chris to a performance where his family has a box seat reserved. Here he meets the rest of Tom’s family: respected businessman Alec (the ubiquitous Cox), tipsy mum Eleanor (Wilton) and engaging sister Chloe (the wonderfully sublime Mortimer) who falls deeply head over heels in love with Chris almost immediately. Chris too finds himself in love with Chloe and before you know it is taken in by the wealthy clan as one of the family

    As the story progresses Chris finds this sudden shift in his life moving along nicely and to his agreement accruing a position in one of Alec’s many business ventures as an apprentice seller and weekends at the sprawling estate of the Hewetts. It is there he also meets Tom’s gorgeous American fiancee, Nola Rice (Johansson giving one of her better performances to date), a fledgling actress who beguiles Chris immediately and he is smitten by her, intoxicated by her very presence that the two wind up in a countryside embrace leading to a moment of unbridled passion. While Nola makes light of giving in to their primal desires as a lack of clarity on her behalf, Chris cannot get enough of her; Nola explains this desire is temporary and that she is getting married to Tom; end of story

    Chris tries to do what’s right and eventually marries the unsuspecting Chloe and absorbs himself in work until one day while playing a set with Tom he is informed that Tom has dumped Nola and is in love with another unknown woman. The fire is re-ignited in Chris’ soul and the determination heightened as he becomes infatuated in finding Nola again to seduce her once and for all. Allen allows his talented class plenty of room to act up a storm but not overact the seemingly straight-forward melodrama at hand but what makes it rise above the norm is the way his leads make their seemingly unsympathetic characters empathetic. Rhys-Meyers remains cool as a cucumber until the predictable complication ensures his affair with Johansson will lead to an unlikely scenario that borders ridiculous mystery theater affair however maintains a balance of dread in when the couple will come to a head. Johansson mixes the smoky cadence of her Kathleen Turner-like vocals into a come-hither-insouciance not before experienced and has the tricky task of making her Nola’s head case come to fruition with believability; she succeeds succinctly

    Allen’s screenplay is literate, clever and crafty and at once familiar with a few of his trademark quips tossed in with elan that his upper crust characters make the most of what they can with a dry bright witticism here and there. The storyline flows evenly amidst its choppy third act that feels a tad rushed yet when the darkness comes it echoes ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ which it has a lot in common with but never trespasses entirely. This is Allen’s most adult film in sometime and not to besmirch it perhaps his most challenging one to date. Thank God Woody is back in fine form, not unlike an old tennis pro on the senior’s tour with a wicked backhand.

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    ‘American Pie’ Download and Reviews

    December 17, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Romance

    “American Pie” Movie Details

    American Pie tagline: There’s something about your first piece.
    American Pie - DVD Cover

    American Pie DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Lawrence Pressman
  • Jason Biggs Jim Levenstein
    Chris Klein Chris ‘Oz’ Ostreicher
    Thomas Ian Nicholas Kevin Myers
    Alyson Hannigan Michelle Flaherty
    Shannon Elizabeth Nadia
    Tara Reid Victoria ‘Vicky’ Lathum
    Eddie Kaye Thomas Paul Finch
    Seann William Scott Steve Stifler
    Natasha Lyonne Jessica
    Eugene Levy Jim’s Dad
    Mena Suvari Heather
    Chris Owen Chuck Sherman
    Jennifer Coolidge Stifler’s Mom
    Molly Cheek Jim’s Mom
    Coach Marshall
    Directors: Paul Weitz IMDB Rating: 6.9/10 out of 101,082 votes

    “American Pie” Movie Review

    “American Pie” Plot Summary

    Four teenage boys enter a pact to lose their virginity by prom night. add synopsis

    This is a FUNNY movie!

    When I went to the theatre with my boyfriend to see this movie, we both got carded! I couldn’t believe it..her we are 22 & 25 respectively, and we are getting carded for a movie…this one must be really raunchy I thought. I was right! For anyone who liked ‘Something About Mary’, you will definitely like this one. It had me laughing so much, I almost fell off my seat…literally! There is one scene in particular that had me gagging and trying not to throw-up, both from laughing and from the grossness of the scene. There is not much more to say than GO SEE THIS MOVIE with out giving out the details of the movie. You won’t be disappointed!

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