‘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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    ‘Toy Story 2′ Download and Reviews

    November 14, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Adventure, Animation, Comedy

    “Toy Story 2″ Movie Details

    Toy Story 2 tagline: “Oooh…3-D” (USA 2009 re-release)
    Toy Story 2 - DVD Cover

    Toy Story 2 DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Tom Hanks Sheriff Woody
    Tim Allen Buzz Lightyear/Buzz Lightyear II
    Joan Cusack Jessie, the Yodeling Cowgirl
    Kelsey Grammer Stinky Pete the Prospector
    Don Rickles Mr. Potato Head
    Jim Varney Slinky Dog
    Wallace Shawn Rex the Green Dinosaur
    John Ratzenberger Hamm the Piggy Bank
    Annie Potts Bo Peep
    Wayne Knight Al the Toy Collector/The Chicken Man
    John Morris Andy
    Laurie Metcalf Andy”s Mom
    Estelle Harris Mrs. Potato Head
    Jodi Benson Tour Guide Barbie/Barbie on Backpack
    Joe Ranft Wheezy the Penguin
    Directors: John Lasseter and Ash Brannon
    IMDB Rating: 8.0/10 out of 101,233 votes

    “Toy Story 2″ Movie Review

    “Toy Story 2″ Plot Summary

    When Woody is stolen by a toy collector, Buzz and his friends vow to rescue him, but Woody finds the idea of immortality in a museum tempting. add synopsis

    Cute Toys Are Back With A Bang For More Adventure

    It’s been about a decade since I last saw ‘Toy Story’. Thus, it would be unfair to compare that with ‘Toy Story 2′. Pixar has produced numerous gems since the first ‘Toy Story’. This one is a sheer delightful adventure and it’s not one that is only limited to entertaining children. There are the charming characters from the old one and some wonderful new characters that include the energetic Jessie the Yodelling Cowgirl, the hot barbies and Woody’s faithful and hyper steed. The animation is superb and looks refreshing. The story too takes a new turn that presents the dilemma of whether one should live an eternal life of wealth and security or an unpredictable life that at least promises a few years of love. The actors do a fine job lending their voice. Hanks and Allen are back as Woody and Buzz and Joan Cusack is a treat as the vivacious Jessie. But I must add that I loved Buzz’s gang that includes the hilarious Rex and the lovable Slinky, the resourceful Mr. Potatohead and the cute Hamm, and their attempts to rescue Woody and bring him back home. There’s a beautiful song by Sarah Mclachlan that dictates Jessie’s pain. The sequel being a huge hit just proves how timeless the characters are and I want to see ‘Toy Story’ again just to follow the whole story. It’s already been a decade since, but I wonder whether they’ll make a sequel and what the fate of our toy friends will be once Andy has grown up. ‘Toy Story 2′ is an unforgettable adventure with a beautiful soul.

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    ‘Magnolia’ Download and Reviews

    October 11, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Drama

    “Magnolia” Movie Details

    Magnolia tagline: Things fall down. People look up. And when it rains, it pours.
    Magnolia - DVD Cover

    Magnolia DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Raymond ‘Big Guy’ Gonzales
  • Tom Cruise Frank T.J. Mackey
    Pat Healy Sir Edmund William Godfrey
    Julianne Moore Linda Partridge
    Genevieve Zweig Mrs. Godfrey
    Mark Flannagan Joseph Green
    William H. Macy Quiz Kid Donnie Smith
    Neil Flynn Daniel Hill
    Philip Seymour Hoffman Phil Parma
    Rod McLachlan Stanley Berry
    Allan Graf Firefighter
    Melora Walters Claudia Wilson Gator
    Philip Baker Hall Jimmy Gator
    Patton Oswalt Delmer Darion
    Jeremy Blackman Stanley Spector
    Reno Security Guard
    Directors: Paul Thomas Anderson IMDB Rating: 8.0/10 out of 114,715 votes

    “Magnolia” Movie Review

    “Magnolia” Plot Summary

    An epic mosaic of several interrelated characters in search of happiness, forgiveness, and meaning in the San Fernando Valley.

    An extraordinarily moving and serious film

    Magnolia is an extraordinarily moving and serious film. Its central concern is the question of what happens when people who have done bad things go unpunished in life. The two people in question Earl Partridge and Jim Gator are both being claimed by cancer ‘early’ but also after very prosperous and well-respected lives. They have both damaged their children one by direct abuse, which the film represents with unparalleled honesty and success and the other by leaving him to nurse his dying mother. Claudia Gator and Frank Mackie express this damage in their everyday lives and remain solidly opposed to reconciliation with their dying fathers. These relationships are reflected in a third abusive father-child relationship, which is still at its outset that between Stanley the child prodigy and his father, who violently exploits his son for gain on a child quiz show. Stanley’s possible future is mirrored in the life of ex-quiz quid Donnie Smith, who has been broken by his early ’success’ and is a figure of fun and hopelessness. The culmination of the film is Stanley going to his father’s bedside and delivering the words ‘Dad, you need to be nicer to me’. We are therefore left with the hope that either following a reform of his father’s behaviour or more likely through Stanley’s new found strength of character, Stanley will be saved from the permanent damage we see in Donnie, Frank and Claudia. The foil for this action is Jim Kurring, a policeman who seeks to do good. Against the backdrop of the other characters, his optimism and moral compass seem strongly tempered by naivety. He is also religious, which while it is not condemned is clearly not a solution for the other characters in the film. But his agency is still the main motor for good in the film. In the closing scene we see him providing the beginning of a rehabilitation to Claudia, which is a strongly positive closing note even if there is still along way to go for her. He also lets Donnie off a criminal charge, and we hope that Donnie will respond to this kindness by recognising the problems confronting him and beginning to take hold of his life. In these respects he is the main agency for good in the film. He does not, however, interact with the other ‘victims’ Frank and Stanley. Stanley begins to act as his own saviour. Frank is the least likely to undergo a serious reform or rehabilitation but we do at least see him weeping, which is an advancement on his previous behaviour. This is not the ‘nom (sic) plus ultra of pretentiousness and self-satisfied smugness’ or ‘a relatively unique vision’. This is real art, which examines human relationships with profound intelligence and honesty. There is not ‘much to admire and to cherish’ here: there is much to learn. It is natural for humans, as animals, to put themselves first in certain situations. But selfishness can cross a line when those on the receiving end are left with little hope of ever becoming functional people, let alone happy. The film challenges viewers to reach into their lives and ask which of their own relationships contain these elements. If a viewer empathizes with the parents, they are forced to confront the lifelong consequences of selfish parenting on a younger generation, as well as the non-forgiveness these parents are confronted by before death. But if a viewer empathizes with the children, he or she is also immediately forced to confront the basic humanity of the parent-perpetrators, as well as their obvious fallibility. This is most touchingly evident in Earl Partridge’s second wife falling in love with him for the first time on his deathbed. Depending on their age, they may empathize with both parents and children hence the final song, sung in part by all of the characters, with the chorus line ‘It’s not going to stop till you wise up’. The last line adds ‘ so just give up’, not as a serious incitement but as a challenge to continue. It is a challenge that intelligent viewers will take up.

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