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There is a lot of good and bad to be said about this 20th century reality view of 'the Indian Princess', Pocahontas. First off, it seems to be another in a long line of 'east meets west' culture clash movies. (In this case, the Europeans are the 'east') The cinematography itself is beautiful, and the style manor and detail of costume and set will give you a 'glimpse' of the people of the time of King James.
There are some notable performances too, not award winning, but notable. "Q" Kilcher is, indeed gorgeous, and gives a fine portrait of 'prancing' Pocahantas. It is to her misfortune, however, that director Malick might of been a little too focused on her, and the end result is that it looks like a three hour screen test of Kilcher.
Colin Farrell proves he has talent indeed! Throughout the entire film, he wears an unflinching expression of a man who has forgotten something important, and just can't remember what it is.
Wes Studi adds another native American performance to a long list in his Hollywood career. Mr. Studi should be given an award for his portrayal of Native Americans throughout the years, because no one person has done more than Mr. Studi to dispel the 'typical' Hollywood 'cowboy and Indian' portrayal of Native Americans. Even when he has played the 'heavy', the portrait is strong and dignified.
Overall, it's pleasing entertainment, that could have been a 'lot shorter', and will entertain the history buff, but seems to be headed for the shelf in the wake of more exciting summer entertainment
There are some notable performances too, not award winning, but notable. "Q" Kilcher is, indeed gorgeous, and gives a fine portrait of 'prancing' Pocahantas. It is to her misfortune, however, that director Malick might of been a little too focused on her, and the end result is that it looks like a three hour screen test of Kilcher.
Colin Farrell proves he has talent indeed! Throughout the entire film, he wears an unflinching expression of a man who has forgotten something important, and just can't remember what it is.
Wes Studi adds another native American performance to a long list in his Hollywood career. Mr. Studi should be given an award for his portrayal of Native Americans throughout the years, because no one person has done more than Mr. Studi to dispel the 'typical' Hollywood 'cowboy and Indian' portrayal of Native Americans. Even when he has played the 'heavy', the portrait is strong and dignified.
Overall, it's pleasing entertainment, that could have been a 'lot shorter', and will entertain the history buff, but seems to be headed for the shelf in the wake of more exciting summer entertainment
Powerful. Tense. Riveting. Everything. A Spielberg masterpiece that should be described in the "superlative degrees of comparisons only".
Once again, Steven Spielberg reflects, or perhaps supersedes the methods of the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock. There's no need to describe the plot. There is no need to explain or criticize. It's the "way", the technique, the presentation, the integration of location +character+music+plot+effects that ascends to a heretofore unattained level of action and suspense. If you are able to look past the political issue, you will see a modern cinema masterpiece. Spielberg has come light years from 'Star Wars', 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' or 'Jurassic Park'. Creations such as 'Schindler's List' and 'Saving Private Ryan' and now 'Munich' make his science fiction entertainment seem like merely toys for children.
The film makes a political statement. It's bound to be controversial. The shady world of cross and double cross espionage, and an expose of, perhaps, a terrifying underground war, fought without concern for borders or boundaries. The presentation is far from one sided. In fact, there is a scene that parallels that of the captured German soldier in 'Pvt. Ryan', you get to see and hear 'the enemy'. It is not a 'war movie' as you might be used to, but it is a 'war movie' and the assassins eventually begin question their common confusion about the 'ethics' of their mission in this war.
This is cinema 101. A must see masterpiece.
As for the story, and the emotions that you're sure to experience, see it for yourself.
Once again, Steven Spielberg reflects, or perhaps supersedes the methods of the master of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock. There's no need to describe the plot. There is no need to explain or criticize. It's the "way", the technique, the presentation, the integration of location +character+music+plot+effects that ascends to a heretofore unattained level of action and suspense. If you are able to look past the political issue, you will see a modern cinema masterpiece. Spielberg has come light years from 'Star Wars', 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' or 'Jurassic Park'. Creations such as 'Schindler's List' and 'Saving Private Ryan' and now 'Munich' make his science fiction entertainment seem like merely toys for children.
The film makes a political statement. It's bound to be controversial. The shady world of cross and double cross espionage, and an expose of, perhaps, a terrifying underground war, fought without concern for borders or boundaries. The presentation is far from one sided. In fact, there is a scene that parallels that of the captured German soldier in 'Pvt. Ryan', you get to see and hear 'the enemy'. It is not a 'war movie' as you might be used to, but it is a 'war movie' and the assassins eventually begin question their common confusion about the 'ethics' of their mission in this war.
This is cinema 101. A must see masterpiece.
As for the story, and the emotions that you're sure to experience, see it for yourself.
Well, if a remake of this 'cult classic' had to be made, (again) , this is the way it should be, at least for now.
It's special effects are incomparable, to any other Kong, although some younger viewers might find some scenes a little too intense, (they might be a little 'bugged' by some scenes). Naomi Watts certainly proves that she deserves something a little more sophisticated, than co starring to a digital 25 foot tall gorilla.
And, as often happens to award winners, Adrien Brody is too recognizable as "the Pianist" to be a credible character in a sci-fi remake. (As opposed to Thomas Kretschmann ( Captain Englehorn, in Kong), who was also in the Pianist).
Jack Black does his "Denham" part with quite a different twist; more of an anti-hero than adventurer, and as good as he does it, it's untrue to the original "Carl Denham", which has it's merit, except for being true to the original.
It's great entertainment, but take a break about half way through, which would be about the "one-and-a-half-hour" mark. In fact, it would be great for a rainy summer weekend.
It's special effects are incomparable, to any other Kong, although some younger viewers might find some scenes a little too intense, (they might be a little 'bugged' by some scenes). Naomi Watts certainly proves that she deserves something a little more sophisticated, than co starring to a digital 25 foot tall gorilla.
And, as often happens to award winners, Adrien Brody is too recognizable as "the Pianist" to be a credible character in a sci-fi remake. (As opposed to Thomas Kretschmann ( Captain Englehorn, in Kong), who was also in the Pianist).
Jack Black does his "Denham" part with quite a different twist; more of an anti-hero than adventurer, and as good as he does it, it's untrue to the original "Carl Denham", which has it's merit, except for being true to the original.
It's great entertainment, but take a break about half way through, which would be about the "one-and-a-half-hour" mark. In fact, it would be great for a rainy summer weekend.