‘Abyss’ Download and Reviews

December 7, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

“Abyss” Movie Details

Abyss tagline: There’s everything you’ve ever known about adventure, and then there’s The Abyss.
Abyss - DVD Cover

Abyss DVD Cover

Actors:
Ed Harris Virgil “Bud” Brigman
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio Lindsey Brigman
Michael Biehn Lt. Coffey
Leo Burmester Catfish De Vries
Todd Graff Alan “Hippy” Carnes
John Bedford Lloyd Jammer Willis
J.C. Quinn Arliss “Sonny” Dawson
Kimberly Scott Lisa “One Night” Standing
Captain Kidd Brewer Jr. Lew Finler
George Robert Klek Wilhite
Christopher Murphy Schoenick, SEAL Team Member
Adam Nelson Ensign Monk, SEAL Team Member
Dick Warlock Dwight Perry
Jimmie Ray Weeks Leland McBride
J. Kenneth Campbell DeMarco
Directors: James Cameron
IMDB Rating: 7.5/10 out of 45,908 votes

“Abyss” Movie Review

“Abyss” Plot Summary

A civilian diving team are enlisted to search for a lost nuclear submarine and face danger while encountering an alien aquatic species.

Deeply Amazing

Dear Readers,

One of my favorite Sci-Fi films is The Abyss, a deep water action/adventure film by the master of Science Fiction, James Cameron. A stunning thriller filmed almost entirely underwater and one of the first films to feature CGI effects. But it’s not the special effects that define this film. It’s the plot, the script, the characters, and the direction.

The Abyss begins with a US Nuclear Submarine encountering an anomaly in the ocean, causing them to crash into a trench at the bottom of the ocean. The US Navy is powerless to reach them because of an incoming Hurricane. So instead they hire a group of underwater oil miners led by Virgil ‘Bud’ Brigman. Brigman’s soon-to-be-ex-wife, Lindsay, infuriated that her underwater oil rig is being used for a military operation, tags along with a group of Navy SEALS led by the cold Lieutenant Coffey. As they investigate the Sub wreckage, the Divers and the SEALS encounter a power living down in the Abyss…A power with the ability to save the world or destroy it.

James Cameron outdoes himself with this underwater thriller and so does the cast. You get inside each of the characters heads and see each their points of view. Ed Harris plays his role quietly and coolly, playing a man who’s become bitter from losing his wife and questioning whether there is life at the bottom of the ocean. Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio is awesome as Lindsay Brigman, a dedicated engineer and scientist determined to prove that the life at the bottom of the Abyss is not a threat to mankind. Michael Biehn steals the show, though, as the slowly-going-insane Lieutenant Coffey. Not since watching Platoon have I seen such insanity in a man. Gone is the cool charming character of Kyle Reese and instead is a man who will kill anything that threatens his mission.

Point blank: Watch this film.

Signed, The Constant DVD Collector, Matt Macleod

Parental Warning: There’s some mild swearing and tense moments, but there’s also a scene of nudity as well. I recommend not letting your kids see this if they’re under teenage years. You be the judge.

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‘Push’ Download and Reviews

November 16, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Drama, Sci-Fi

“Push” Movie Details

Push tagline: One push can change everything.
Push - DVD Cover

Push DVD Cover

Actors:
Scott Michael Campbell Agent Holden
Cliff Curtis Hook
Chris Evans Nick Gant
Colin Ford Young Nick
Joel Gretsch Nick’s Father
Djimon Hounsou Agent Henry Carver
Neil Jackson Victor Budarin
Nate Mooney
Brandon Rhea Special Department Medical Officer
Corey Stoll Agent Mack
Hal Yamanouchi Pop Father
Camilla Belle Alyssa English
Dakota Fanning Cassie Holmes
Maggie Siff Teresa Stowe
Directors: Paul McGuigan
IMDB Rating: 6.0/10 out of 20,523 votes

“Push” Movie Review

“Push” Plot Summary

Two young Americans with special abilities must race to find a girl in Hong Kong before a shadowy government organization called Division does. |

Very Enjoyable Action-Packed Sci-Fi Film

I had wanted to watch this film since I saw the trailer, but I missed the original theatrical run earlier this year. Luckily, there was a short return engagement in the theater this past week so I was finally able to watch as I planned, on the big screen.

The premise is very interesting. Chris Owen is Nick, a Mover who can move objects with his mind. Dakota Fanning is Cassie who is a Watcher who can see into the future. They join forces to help find Kira who is a Pusher, one who can control other peoples’ thoughts, and protect her from the shady US government agency called the Division.

It is like another incarnation of the X-Men with good guys and bad guys with very powerful psychic powers. We also meet Bleeders (who can scream so shrilly that blood vessels can burst), Sniffs (who can track people by smelling objects they used), Shifters (who can temporarily change perception of objects), Wipers (who can erase memories), Shadows (who can hide people around them from detection) and Stitchers(who can cure or cause injuries).

The movie is quite enjoyable to watch for its adrenaline rush. The main actors are all very good, especially Owen and Fanning. The action sequences are all very imaginatively conceived and executed. The plot is intricate and clever. They did not ignore the importance of the story behind the great special effects. When you watch this, don’t think too deeply and just enjoy the ride. It is certainly worth the time spent.

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‘Brokeback Mountain’ Download and Reviews

September 16, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Drama, Romance, Western

“Brokeback Mountain” Movie Details

Brokeback Mountain tagline: Love Is A Force Of Nature
Brokeback Mountain - DVD Cover

Brokeback Mountain DVD Cover

Actors:
  • David Trimble
  • Heath Ledger Ennis Del Mar
    Jake Gyllenhaal Jack Twist
    Randy Quaid Joe Aguirre
    Anne Hathaway Lureen Newsome
    Michelle Williams Alma Del Mar
    Valerie Planche Waitress
    Graham Beckel L.D. Newsome
    David Harbour Randall Malone
    Kate Mara Alma Jr. – Age 19
    Roberta Maxwell Jack’s Mother
    Peter McRobbie John Twist
    Anna Faris LaShawn Malone
    Linda Cardellini Cassie Cartwright
    Scott Michael Campbell Monroe
    Basque
    Directors: Ang Lee IMDB Rating: 7.8/10 out of 109,921 votes

    “Brokeback Mountain” Movie Review

    “Brokeback Mountain” Plot Summary

    Based on the ‘E. Annie Proulx’ story about a forbidden and secretive relationship between two cowboys and their lives over the years.

    An amazing piece of cinema..

    I was fortunate enough to see the North American premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. That was two days ago, and this film just wont leave my mind. Not that I’m complaining because this is what good cinema is all about

    Ennis and Jack, two cowboys who fall in love. As others have touched on, Brokeback Mountain is so much more than merely a ‘gay cowboy movie’. It perfectly captures what true, unbridled love is all about and this love transcends any issues of sexuality or gender. ‘Love is a force of nature’. Unfortunately for many people and indeed the protagonists of our story, society doesn’t always view it that way. Kudos to Ang Lee who has not shied away from the material at all. This adaptation stays true to the original short story and the two lead actors fit the roles perfectly. Ledger and Gyllenhaal give incredibly strong performances but the supporting cast shouldn’t be overlooked either, particularly a somewhat unrecognizable Michelle Williams. Solid work all around and with Mr Ang Lee’s vision they have created an amazing piece of cinema that should not be missed by anybody. Without giving anything away, you are going to be moved by this one.

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    ‘Minority Report’ Download and Reviews

    September 8, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi

    “Minority Report” Movie Details

    Minority Report tagline: What would you do if you were accused of a murder, you had not committed… yet?
    Minority Report - DVD Cover

    Minority Report DVD Cover

    Actors:
  • James Henderson
  • Peter Stormare
    Colin Farrell
    Samantha Morton
    Tim Blake Nelson
    Tom Cruise Chief John Anderton
    Max von Sydow Pre-Crime Director Lamar Burgess
    Steve Harris Jad
    Neal McDonough Officer Gordon ‘Fletch’ Fletcher
    Patrick Kilpatrick Officer Jeff Knott
    Jessica Capshaw Evanna
    Richard Coca Pre-Crime Cop
    Keith Campbell Pre-Crime Cop
    Kirk B.R. Woller Pre-Crime Cop
    Klea Scott Pre-Crime Cop
    Frank Grillo Pre-Crime Cop
    Anna Maria Horsford Casey
    Sarah Simmons Lamar Burgess’ Secretary
    Eugene Osment Jad’s Technician
    Office Worker
    Directors: Steven Spielberg IMDB Rating: 7.7/10 out of 127,409 votes

    “Minority Report” Movie Review

    “Minority Report” Plot Summary

    In the future, criminals are caught before the crimes they commit, but one of the officers in the special unit is accused of one such crime and sets out to prove his innocence.

    Brilliant Sci-Fi/Thriller, that really leaves you thinking, with an outstanding story and an incredible performance from Tom Cruise!

    This is a brilliant Sci-Fi/Thriller, that really leaves you thinking, with an outstanding story and an incredible performance from Tom Cruise!. All the characters are wonderful and very likable, and it keeps you guessing throughout, plus Tom Cruise is simply incredible in this!. This is a movie that requires a lot of concentration, because it’s one of those films you have to pay strict attention too, and the plot is seriously awesome, plus one of my favorite moments in the film is when Cruise chases his own eyeballs!. This is up there with one of Spielberg’s best films and believe me he has done a lot of brilliant movies, and This is one of Cruise’s finest performances,plus it’s full of awesome twists and turns so don’t blink!. It’s extremely well made and written, and for once I agree with Roger Ebert’s review!, plus you will really root for Cruise’s character throughout. I loved those little mechanical spiders, and I thought that ending was just wicked! plus while i’m not a huge fan of Colin Farrell he did a fantastic job here and really impressed me!.Max Von Sydow was also excellent, and the special effects are simply stunning, plus the chase sequences are awesome as well!. I saw this a couple years ago and was unimpressed, however after upon 2nd viewing, I must say It deserves it’s praise, so if you didn’t care for it the 1st time, give it a second viewing, you may change your opinion

    This should honestly be in the top 250 in my opinion, and there are some fantastic creepy moment as well, plus I loved the depressing atmosphere it had at times, and This is almost like The Fugitive except it’s set in the future, plus It also has some very funny scenes in it as well. Cruise had excellent chemistry with Samantha Morton, and I especially loved the dialog, plus some scenes really had me on the edge of my seat!. This is a brilliant Sci-Fi/thriller that really leaves you thinking, with an outstanding story and an incredible performance from Tom Cruise, and if you haven’t seen it, Do so immediately, you shouldn’t regret it

    The Direction is spectacular!. Steven Spielberg does a spectacular job here with amazing camera work, fantastic angles, awesome use of blue,excellent lighting,great slow mo shots, and plenty of other uncanny shots as well, plus he kept the film at an extremely engrossing pace

    The Acting is incredible!. Tom Cruise is amazing as always and is incredible here, he gives one of his finest performances, is extremely likable , blew me away in his emotional scenes, had great chemistry with Samantha Morton,as always had lots of charisma, and has really matured as an actor, and if you don’t think he can act watch this movie! (Cruise Rules!!!!!!!). Max Von Sydow is excellent here in his role, he brought tons of class, was especially good at the end, and had some awesome scenes with Cruise!, I loved him. Colin Farrell is fantastic here, I am not a big fan, but he certainly was good here, he held his own against Cruise, and really gave a good show I liked him a lot. Samantha Morton is awesome as the creepy psychic chick, she gave a great show, and had very good chemistry with Cruise. Lois Smith is good in her scene as The Doc I liked her. Neal McDonough is good as Fletch I just wished they gave him more to do. Kathryn Morris is good as Cruise’s wife I really liked her. Rest of the cast do fine

    Overall Go see it immediately!. ***** out of 5

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