neophoenix

It has been a long time, a very long time, before I have seen something intelligent on TV. I never watched "Politically Incorrect"; I just never got into that show. But I do like the political nature of Bill Maher's comedy and prose, and while I do not agree on all his points, I do deeply respect his true representation of them; he doesn't mollify his points because others may not want hear them. This is something truly refreshing. If you don't like flagrant intellectualism and polar politics, this show isn't for you. However, if you have an open mind and want to hear some of the questions people don't want you to ask, this IS for you.

I saw both "La Cité des Enfants Perdus" ("City of Lost Children") and "Alien: Resurrection" (both masterminded by Jeunet) and loved the off-beat and chronically quirky aura surrounding the two movies. From set design to plot to the characters themselves, things were just 'off', but in the most captivating and dazzling way. When I heard of this movie, I knew from the very beginning that I was in for a real treat; that no way would I be disappointed. There was no doubt that I would love this movie. And I did. Granted "Amélie" was much more upbeat than either of the aforementioned (darker) movies, but Jeunet's lovable eccentricity is woven into the film nonetheless. I am waiting (im)patiently for his next gem of a movie. If you want a wonderfully uplifing movie that will move you and make you laugh, rent this film. Hell, rent it no matter what. I guarantee you'll love "Amélie".

One word of caution: this isn't a movie for the classy or snobby; lowbrow humor and *bad* puns abound in this movie. However, it is highly entertaining if you enjoy a jackass with a smart mouth, which Willis' character, Hudson Hawk, is. I loved the sarcastic humor and manic behavior of all the cast. Gotta love the venomous mouth on Sandra Bernhard. All in all, this wasn't a five star movie, but a great and hilarious movie to watch when you're p***ed off. Enjoy.