General_Turgidson

Now I know that 'The Departed' is based off of the Hong Kong movie 'WuJianDao', but Scorsese really grabs hold of a great story and brings it to the American Screen. My father grew up in Boston and when we walked out of the theater he couldn't stop talking about how authentic the environment and attitude was. Then there's the acting in which the lead actors (Nicholson, DiCaprio, Damon) not only give stunningly entertaining performances, but you become engulfed in each one's perspective and dilemmas. The smaller roles that of (Baldwin, Walberg, Sheen) are supporting roles that remind me of Jesus Quintana from 'The Big Lebowski', by this I mean that their screen time is limited but they make lasting impressions that you cherish each and every scene they are in, Alec Baldwin especially. The story itself starts off with the basic intro of the players and the setting, but you'll find yourself slowing following each and every plot twist and rooting back and forth for the good guys and for the bad guys. If you're a Scorsese fan, which I am, I think you will appreciate this film. You can clearly see the Scorsese touch ranging from the cinematography and of course the music, it's great to hear "Gimme Shelter" again, but "Comfortably Numb" played in so well. It's another gangster flick from Scorsese, yet this one stands alone because feels so fresh and most would agree Scorsese does gangster films the best; so why not let him. Oscar worthy, the acting I certainly hope; this is DiCaprio's best role since 'The Aviator' which was his best role since 'Gangs of New York', am I seeing a pattern here. But my lasting impression wasn't concerned with the politics of the golden statue; my lasting impression was that I had sat through 2 and half hours of brilliant and especially entertaining storytelling. Thank you Mr. Scorsese.

Prior to seeing 'Goblet of Fire' I have never read any of the novels. I was just a fan of the movies since their debut. But after watching 'Goblet' I was finally convinced to start reading the series. That's the effect this film had on me and now I'm very much into the Harry Potter world. I can see that this one was rushed more so than the others, I wouldn't have mind if it was longer, but unlike me most people would object. I think what is most satisfying, especially to someone who never read the books before is that Harry, Ron, Hermione and everyone else is growing up and the problems they face are getting more serious. I've seen 'Goblet' three times now and I plan on seeing again it on IMAX. So for those who are already avid readers of this Rowling series, it does cover the important points, but they are rushed. And for those who are just movie-goers who could care less about the actual book itself, I think you're in for a real treat. Plus, I thought Cho Change (Leung) was a cutie, just how she is supposed to be, hope to see her the next one.