‘Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over’ Download and Reviews

December 26, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Adventure, Comedy

“Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over” Movie Details

Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over tagline: The Game is over
Spy Kids 3 - DVD Cover

Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over DVD Cover

Actors:
  • Courtney Jines
  • Antonio Banderas Gregorio Cortez
    Carla Gugino Ingrid Cortez
    Alexa Vega Carmen Cortez
    Daryl Sabara Juni Cortez
    Ricardo Montalban Grandfather
    Holland Taylor Grandmother
    Sylvester Stallone Toymaker
    Mike Judge Donnagon Giggles
    Salma Hayek Cesca Giggles
    Matt O’Leary Gary Giggles
    Emily Osment Gerti Giggles
    Ryan Pinkston Arnold
    Robert Vito Rez
    Bobby Edner Francis
    Demetra
    Directors: Robert Rodriguez IMDB Rating: 4.1/10 out of 11,396 votes

    “Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over” Movie Review

    “Spy Kids 3″ Plot Summary

    Carmen’s caught in a virtual reality game designed by the Kids’ new nemesis, the Toymaker (Stallone). It’s up to Juni to save his sister, and ultimately the world.

    A good kid’s movie with something for adults

    I have not yet seen the first two in this series, but liked this film for what it is. First and foremost, this is a movie for kids. I went with two kids, one 8, the other 11. The younger one loved the movie and the 3-D aspect and couldn’t wait to log on to the website after she got home (difficult website, though, and she soon lost interest). The older one liked it also, but commented about the ‘Spy Kids’ series, ‘They keep getting dumber and dumber.’ Very young children might be scared by some of the flashy scenes and have trouble with the 3-D part. So, the target audience is pretty narrow, but there are a lot of 5-12 year-old kids out there with parents who need to chaperone them….Now, for adults, this is a lot less painless to sit through than most movies for kids. Ricardo Montalban, for my money, gives a splendid performance and just steals the show from everyone else involved. He gets off a few classic lines (‘I can do much, much more than that’) and, for those who know his history, a few references to his earlier screen incarnations (‘Don’t touch that, it is Corinthian leather.’) Obviously, the kids won’t appreciate his history, but he is an outstanding actor who fills his grandfather role nicely

    Sylvester Stallone gives an amusing performance. Selma Hayek is pretty as always, though she doesn’t do much. After that, the supporting cast is pretty low-key. I thought Courtney Jines, who plays Demetra, gave a fine, laid back kind of performance that was perfect for the part. Nobody else really registered very strongly, the stars of the show are the situation and the special effects

    The putative stars, the ‘Spy Kids’ themselves, are innocuous and no threat to win any acting awards. I can see why children relate to them, they are portrayed as average kids who are not superior beings or anything like that. Unfortunately, they also are quickly moving out of the ‘kid’ category, so I can understand why the people behind the series have said this is the last in the line

    The 3-D gimmick worked for me. I stopped noticing the blue-red glasses after a while. Others say they strain the eyes, but they did not strain mine. I think it was a brilliant decision, although to tell the truth, the 3-D was not that big a deal. I have seen good 3-D, and this is minor league, but it was fun and something different for the kids

    As for the plot, well, it involves entering a video game (as in the classic ‘Tron’ and so many subsequent films) and solving a problem. Other than that, it makes no sense, especially the resolution, but I’m sure nobody spent too much time trying to make the plot mean anything. It is fun and has a lot of color and action, so the kids will love it. This is sure to do blockbuster business on dvd as a gift to children. I laughed a few times, so it doesn’t have to be like going to the dentist for an adult, either. Recommended for kids and adults who have to see a kid’s movie with them.

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    ‘Dogma’ Download and Reviews

    December 25, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

    “Dogma” Movie Details

    Dogma tagline: Get ‘touched’ by an angel.
    Dogma - DVD Cover

    Dogma DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Janeane Garofalo
  • Alan Rickman Metatron
    Alanis Morissette God
    Chris Rock Rufus
    Salma Hayek Serendipity
    Bud Cort John Doe Jersey
    Barret Hackney Stygian Triplet
    Jared Pfennigwerth Stygian Triplet
    Kitao Sakurai Stygian Triplet
    George Carlin Cardinal Ignatius Glick
    Betty Aberlin Nun
    Matt Damon Loki
    Ben Affleck Bartleby
    Dan Etheridge St. Stephen’s Priest
    Linda Fiorentino Bethany Sloane
    Derek Milosavljevic Kissing Man
    Lesley Braden Kissing Woman
    Brian O’Halloran Grant Hicks
    Marie Elena O’Brien Clinic Girl
    Liz
    Directors: Kevin Smith IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 out of 96,206 votes

    “Dogma” Movie Review

    “Dogma” Plot Summary

    An abortion clinic worker with a special heritage is called upon to save the existence of humanity from being negated by two renegade angels trying to exploit a loophole and re-enter Heaven.

    Great film, not up to the standard of Smith’s previous work

    Those of you who are fans of Kevin Smith’s previous works (Clerks, Mallrats & Chasing Amy)may find this area familiar in some parts and unnerving and perhaps even commercial by comparison. Dogma sees fallen angels Bartleby and Loki (Ben Affleck and Matt Damon)attempting to make their way back into heaven via a newly instituted catholic dogma. The problem with this lies in the fact that if they are successful, they would have overturned a ruling by God, hence God is always right and if proven wrong would result in the undoing of existence. The familiar presence of Jay and Silent Bob is comforting and ensures that some of the essence Smith’s earlier work stays put, however at times this film dissents into areas that seem out of Smith’s depth. There are some surprisingly touching moments which implies that Smith gave a great deal of thought, similar to that of Chasing Amy. In general it is a great all round cast, (Linda Fiorentino,Chris Rock, Alan Rickman) and it is obvious that whilst writing this Smith had his tongue firmly in cheek.

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    ‘Wild Wild West’ Download and Reviews

    December 23, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Comedy, Western

    “Wild Wild West” Movie Details

    Wild Wild West tagline: It’s a whole new west. July ‘99.
    Wild Wild West - DVD Cover

    Wild Wild West DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Buck Taylor
  • Will Smith Capt. James West
    Kevin Kline U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon
    Kenneth Branagh Dr. Arliss Loveless
    Salma Hayek Rita Escobar
    M. Emmet Walsh Coleman
    Ted Levine General ‘Bloodbath’ McGrath
    FrГ©dГ©rique Feder Amazonia
    Musetta Vander Munitia
    Sofia Eng Miss Lippenrieder
    Ling Bai Miss East
    Garcelle Beauvais Belle
    Mike H. McGaughy Big reb
    Jerry Wills Other reb
    Rodney A. Grant Hudson
    Cross-eyed reb
    Directors: Barry Sonnenfeld IMDB Rating: 4.3/10 out of 50,972 votes

    “Wild Wild West” Movie Review

    “Wild Wild West” Plot Summary

    The two best hired guns in the West must save President Grant from the clutches of a 19th century inventor-villain. add synopsis

    Funny and entertaining!

    I see that a lot of people just absolutely HATED this movie. I thought that this was a very funny, slick, and entertaining movie. Will Smith gave another one of his smooth performances and Kevin Kline was great as Artemus Gordon. I agree that Salma Hayek had little to do except look hot, but that was no problem with me. The best performance was by the character Arliss Loveless, I loved the evil delight that Ken Branaugh brought to this role. The special effects were top notch, and the verbal sparring that Jim West engages in with Arliss(in particular the racial and legless jokes), were very funny. So I guess that I’m in the minority when I say give this one 9 stars out of 10!

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    ‘Frida’ Download and Reviews

    December 22, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Biography, Drama, Romance

    “Frida” Movie Details

    Frida tagline: Prepare to be seduced
    Frida - DVD Cover

    Frida DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Antonio Banderas
  • Salma Hayek Frida Kahlo
    MГ­a Maestro Cristina Kahlo
    Amelia Zapata Maid
    Alejandro Usigli Professor
    Diego Luna Alejandro ‘Alex’
    Alfred Molina Diego Rivera
    Lucia Bravo Auditorium Model
    Valeria Golino Lupe MarГ­n
    Patricia Reyes SpГ­ndola Matilde Kahlo
    LolГі Navarro Nanny
    Roger Rees Guillermo Kahlo
    FermГ­n MartГ­nez Painter on Bus
    Roberto Medina Dr. Farril
    Ashley Judd Tina Modotti
    David Alfaro Siqueiros
    Directors: Julie Taymor IMDB Rating: 7.4/10 out of 24,752 votes

    “Frida” Movie Review

    “Frida” Plot Summary

    A biography of artist Frida Kahlo, who channeled the pain of a crippling injury and her tempestuous marriage into her work. add synopsis

    Incredible eyebrow woman

    Throughout the entire film I was unable to avert my gaze from the bushy forehead of the amazing ‘woman with one eyebrow’ – and nowhere on the net can I find a photograph of Frida Kahlo with such an impressive hedgerow plastered across her face. Why it was felt necessary to portray her thus, is a mystery to me. It may seem trivial, but it really did detract from what is essentially an immense performance

    Hayek excels, and definitely makes the movie more palatable for mainstream audiences who may not be interested in the social and artistic merits of what is an important historical era. She is ably assisted by the talented Molina, and the beautiful sets and photography are a fitting tribute to the story of one quite amazing woman

    So even if you think art is bunkum and history is naff, I think you will enjoy this sad but uplifting tale of a beautiful, spirited and unforgettable woman. Surely a must-see for any cinema buff.

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    ‘Once Upon a Time in Mexico’ Download and Reviews

    October 9, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Comedy, Drama

    “Once Upon a Time in Mexico” Movie Details

    Once Upon a Time in Mexico tagline: The Time Has Come.
    Once Upon a Time in Mexico - DVD Cover

    Once Upon a Time in Mexico DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • Tito Larriva
  • Antonio Banderas El Mariachi
    Salma Hayek Carolina
    Johnny Depp Sands
    Mickey Rourke Billy
    Eva Mendes Ajedrez
    Danny Trejo Cucuy
    Enrique Iglesias Lorenzo
    Marco Leonardi Fideo
    Cheech Marin Belini
    RubГ©n Blades Jorge FBI
    Willem Dafoe Barillo
    Gerardo Vigil Marquez
    Pedro ArmendГЎriz Jr. El Presidente
    Julio Oscar Mechoso Advisor
    Cab Driver
    Directors: Robert Rodriguez IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 out of 50,179 votes

    “Once Upon a Time in Mexico” Movie Review

    “Once Upon a Time in Mexico” Plot Summary

    Hitman “El Mariachi” becomes involved in international espionage involving a psychotic CIA agent and a corrupt Mexican general.

    Enjoyable

    Once Upon a Time is overall a pretty enjoyable movie. Despite its bizarre randomness, action fans will love the fighting scenes and gun play. Not to mention the characters who were actually somewhat interesting and not stolen, which has got to be a first when it comes to the action genre. I can honestly say that I enjoyed all of the characters, even that stupid Taco Bell type dog that the American carried around and put a wiretap on. I really don’t have too many complaints about the movie, and thought it was interesting throughout

    El was a crazy, crazy man. If cornered by a massive army, he would just whip out his guitar and fire off grenades and laser beams taking everyone out, saving his guitar until the end. He would then throw it at General Marquez, causing a 1 Megaton nuclear warhead to go off right behind him as he makes his escape into a hand-made shelter from his Mexican buddies.7.5 / 10

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    ‘The Running Man’ Download and Reviews

    September 9, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

    “The Running Man” Movie Details

    The Running Man tagline: The year is 2019. The finest men in America don’t run for President. They run for their lives.
    The Running Man - DVD Cover

    The Running Man DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Arnold Schwarzenegger Ben Richards
    Maria Conchita Alonso Amber Mendez
    Yaphet Kotto William Laughlin
    Jim Brown Fireball
    Jesse Ventura Captain Freedom
    Erland van Lidth Dynamo
    Marvin J. McIntyre Harold Weiss
    Gus Rethwisch Buzzsaw
    Professor Toru Tanaka Subzero
    Mick Fleetwood Mic
    Dweezil Zappa Stevie
    Richard Dawson Damon Killian
    Karen Leigh Hopkins Brenda
    Sven-Ole Thorsen Sven
    Edward Bunker Lenny
    Directors: Paul Michael Glaser
    IMDB Rating: 6.4/10 out of 33,858 votes

    “The Running Man” Movie Review

    “The Running Man” Plot Summary

    A wrongly-convicted man must try to survive a public execution gauntlet staged as a TV game show. add synopsis

    An outstanding action movie

    The Running Man is everything a film should be. It has copious amounts of violence, plenty of one-liners and a clever storyline. Arnie plays his usual type of character, the badass strongman up against the system. Running Man was made in the late 80s, one of the glory eras for action films. Back then, violence counted, and in this film there is more than enough to keep you entertained. There are plenty of highlights, but the best scene is probably when Arnie chainsaws his enemy, a rather fat and sweaty ‘chaser’ between the legs. Suffice to say, said ‘chaser’ does not enjoy the experience…… Other highs include the big shootout at the end, when Arnie leads a small Army of computer geeks into battle with his trademark cigar taking pride of place in his mouth. Richard Dawson is superb as the sleazy game show host Killion, and his tete-a-tete with Arnie at the end is excellent! The music is your typical 80s pumping rock and suits the tone of the film very well. Of course the writers are assuming that in the future there will be a huge 80s revival, but there you go…. This is certainly one of Arnie’s best outings. Its just a shame that today’s movies are so tame. They would do well to replicate Running Man’s levels of action.

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    ‘Four Rooms’ Download and Reviews

    August 4, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Drama

    “Four Rooms” Movie Details

    Four Rooms tagline: Twelve outrageous guests. Four scandalous requests. And one lone bellhop, in his first day on the job, who’s in for the wildest New year’s Eve of his life.
    Four Rooms - DVD Cover

    Four Rooms DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Paul Calderon Norman (segment “The Man from Hollywood”)
    Bruce Willis Leo (segment “The Man from Hollywood”)
    Tim Roth Ted the Bellhop
    Sammi Davis Jezebel (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Amanda De Cadenet Diana (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Valeria Golino Athena (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Madonna Elspeth (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Ione Skye Eva (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Lili Taylor Raven (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Alicia Witt Kiva (segment “The Missing Ingredient”)
    Jennifer Beals Angela (segments “The Wrong Man”, “The Man from Hollywood”)
    David Proval Sigfried (segment “The Wrong Man”)
    Antonio Banderas Man (segment “Misbehavers, The”)
    Lana McKissack Sarah (segment “The Misbehavers”)
    Patricia Vonne Corpse (segment “The Misbehavers”)
    Tamlyn Tomita Wife (segment “The Misbehavers”)
    Danny Verduzco Juancho (segment “The Misbehavers”)
    Salma Hayek TV Dancing Girl (segment “The Misbehavers”)
    Directors: Allison Anders and Alexandre Rockwell
    IMDB Rating: 6.3/10 out of 31,331 votes

    “Four Rooms” Movie Review

    “Four Rooms” Plot Summary

    Four interlocking tales that take place in a fading hotel on New Year’s Eve.

    Amazingly funny

    This movie is almost too funny for words. It kept me laughing about it for ages after, and still does.

    To start off with, Tim Roth who plays Ted the bellhop, is fantastic! The way he changes from being posh and upper class one minute and then the next minute uses his real voice, all slang and cockney. His character also seems to have a nervous jitter about him which will leave you laughing for ages.

    Next, the first segment, ‘The Missing Ingredient’ – While it is funny, it’s the least ammusing out of the four segments. The story of how the witches are trying to unfreeze their goddess is ammusing and the little rhyme that the witch Eva recites : ‘Goddess Diana, fail you I will/ I was to bring you fresh sperm from my Bill/ I had him erect and his semen would follow/ Alas, I was hot, so hot that I swallowed. Therefore, obviously the other witches want eva to get sperm from Ted the bellhop. Check out for Madonna in this segment!

    The second segment, ‘The Wrong Man’ – This segement shows Ted ending up in the wrong room, leading to having a gun pointed at his head. My favourite bit in particular from this segment was when Ted ended up half hanging out of the bathroom window squealing ‘HELP!’

    The third segement, ‘The Misbehavers’ – This was incredibly funny. My two favourite bits from this segment was a) when the little girl made Ted realise how stupid he was when he realised that he could have washed the vapour rub off his eyelids when his babysitter used to do it to him whenhe was a child. and b) the line Ted screams down the room-service phone to the little girl that goes along the lines of, ‘If there’s not a dead body in that room by the time I get up there, I’m gonna make one!’

    The last segment, ‘The Man from Hollywood’ – I found this the funniest segment of them all. Could be because Quentin Tarantino stars in this and I’m a big fan of his (that’s probably the reason I saw this in the first place). Ted finds himself going up to the penthouse with various odd items on his room-service trolley and ends up staying there and getting mixed up in a scheme made by Quentin Tarantino and Paul Calderon. Also, look out for Bruce Willis who’s there too but is uncredited. The trio are hysterical as a bunch of drunk guys on New Year’s Eve. Quentin Tarantino more or less plays himself – a famous director.

    This movies is definately a must-see. I give it 10/10

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