spiritedbree102
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Lost In Translation is the kind of film which after viewing it leaves audience members with a sweet taste in their mouths like they have just had something absolutely delicious to eat. This anyhow is my feelings towards the film, which I'm shocked in this case to find that not everyone agrees with. My taste in movies is quite diverse and I will sometimes adore movies when i haven't read a single good review, or absolutely detest films which have been consistently praised! In the case of Lost in Translation, quite a few of my friends have classed it as 'boring', or 'too simple'. Usually I'll take this criticism in my stride, accepting that everyone has their different opinions but in this particular film I couldn't help but argue against what my friends were saying - After all how could they call such a beautifully made film as this, boring? How can such a comment possibly be justified?...Naturally I asked them to explain.
'Yes...Yes Johnny the film does boast some great acting, I'll agree with you there and yes certainly Coppola has shown plenty of skill both behind the camera and in her writing of the script - I found the truthfulness of the language spoken between the two key characters to be wonderfully startling.' This is a relatively vague remembrance of what one of my good friends said to me upon their viewing of the film. Naturally I asked why, when they had nothing but compliments to add, did they not like it and this was the response I got, 'It's just not for me Johnny - It moves along at too slow a pace and I just wasn't satisfied enough by the premise to be willing enough to be taken along for the ride.' My friend spoke this in such an articulate manner that I was left to marvel at his clarity - he understood perfectly why he didn't like the film and it was at this moment when I realized that I just couldn't argue anymore - I had nothing more to say.
I understand that readers may by now be getting frustrated at why I'm not really 'reviewing' this film. Personally I believe Lost In Translation is a near masterpiece -It boasts strong performances, great dialogue, a touching yet realistic story and excellent direction. Despite my recommendation though to go and see the film, I should very much like to emphasize that it's not for everyone - there will be some people who will be bored out of their minds and while I certainly didn't feel that way in watching it, I understand perfectly well how there will be those who will be frustrated at its simplicity.
'Yes...Yes Johnny the film does boast some great acting, I'll agree with you there and yes certainly Coppola has shown plenty of skill both behind the camera and in her writing of the script - I found the truthfulness of the language spoken between the two key characters to be wonderfully startling.' This is a relatively vague remembrance of what one of my good friends said to me upon their viewing of the film. Naturally I asked why, when they had nothing but compliments to add, did they not like it and this was the response I got, 'It's just not for me Johnny - It moves along at too slow a pace and I just wasn't satisfied enough by the premise to be willing enough to be taken along for the ride.' My friend spoke this in such an articulate manner that I was left to marvel at his clarity - he understood perfectly why he didn't like the film and it was at this moment when I realized that I just couldn't argue anymore - I had nothing more to say.
I understand that readers may by now be getting frustrated at why I'm not really 'reviewing' this film. Personally I believe Lost In Translation is a near masterpiece -It boasts strong performances, great dialogue, a touching yet realistic story and excellent direction. Despite my recommendation though to go and see the film, I should very much like to emphasize that it's not for everyone - there will be some people who will be bored out of their minds and while I certainly didn't feel that way in watching it, I understand perfectly well how there will be those who will be frustrated at its simplicity.
OK how should I begin? I'd love to keep this as short and sweet as possible. Abandon is a film that I loved the first time I watched it. After numerous attempts at watching the whole movie again however,I have noticed flaws in my original judgement.
The movie is set on a collage campus, with student Katie Burke (Katie Holmes) being a prime example of how the characteristics of being both intelligent and hardworking can exist with the student body (most movies tend to portray collage students as mega party animals). A couple of years ago Katie was involved in a relationship with Embry Larkin (Charlie Hunnam), an arrogant though extremely talented musician, who she fell deeply in love with. His mysterious disappearance prompts the investigation led by cop, Wade Handler (Benjamin Bratt).
This is the premise of the film, and while watching it the first time, I considered it to be an interesting, thought-provoking thriller/drama, and yes, to an extent I still believe it is. However after watching it again and again, I have noticed that there are moments which to be very simple put, are rather boring. The scenes which involve Katie Holmes character with Benjamin Bratts' character, are a few of those which involve me feeling bored. The pair have absolutely no chemistry!!! Now that's not to say that Holmes and Bratt aren't fine in their roles. It's just that together, they don't sizzle! And as I'm sure everybody knows it is vital that any on-screen attraction be understood by the audience. In this movie, the on-screen attraction just seems very forced; I didn't feel their supposed connection.
Due to lack of time, I'll end this review with a note to people wishing to view this movie. This isn't an 'on the edge of your seat' kind of thriller. For those who like their films to move slowly and leave them in deep thought, Abandon may be the movie for you. If not, I wouldn't recommend it.
The movie is set on a collage campus, with student Katie Burke (Katie Holmes) being a prime example of how the characteristics of being both intelligent and hardworking can exist with the student body (most movies tend to portray collage students as mega party animals). A couple of years ago Katie was involved in a relationship with Embry Larkin (Charlie Hunnam), an arrogant though extremely talented musician, who she fell deeply in love with. His mysterious disappearance prompts the investigation led by cop, Wade Handler (Benjamin Bratt).
This is the premise of the film, and while watching it the first time, I considered it to be an interesting, thought-provoking thriller/drama, and yes, to an extent I still believe it is. However after watching it again and again, I have noticed that there are moments which to be very simple put, are rather boring. The scenes which involve Katie Holmes character with Benjamin Bratts' character, are a few of those which involve me feeling bored. The pair have absolutely no chemistry!!! Now that's not to say that Holmes and Bratt aren't fine in their roles. It's just that together, they don't sizzle! And as I'm sure everybody knows it is vital that any on-screen attraction be understood by the audience. In this movie, the on-screen attraction just seems very forced; I didn't feel their supposed connection.
Due to lack of time, I'll end this review with a note to people wishing to view this movie. This isn't an 'on the edge of your seat' kind of thriller. For those who like their films to move slowly and leave them in deep thought, Abandon may be the movie for you. If not, I wouldn't recommend it.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind you would say is a comedy, but to me just as much a drama. I actually had more sorrow than laughter in this movie, especially from the lead parts. I am not going to go into huge detail into what the plot is about. I am just going to say that this is a romantic comedy that really you should find in the art-house section at your local video store.It is mainly about a man and a woman who happen to fall in love one day, and suddenly the woman erases all memories of her times with him and now the man has to go on this big quest to win her over.
The movie is fun to watch, as we see time travel sequences constantly and some supernatural happenings as well. I actually quite forget most of the movie, not because it was boring or anything, but because I really couldn't understand it myself. You see, I have a hard time understanding most twists that occur in movies.
The acting is superb, with Jim Carrey playing his part excellently, usually stealing scenes from Kate Winslet who did a decent job too. Co-stars Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo, Elijah Wood and Tom Wilkinson as the doctor conducting the procedures to erase the woman's memories are all solid in their roles, but as I said, Jim Carrey is a standout.
This is not the type of movie I'd go out and buy, but I just can't get past the originality of it. There is nothing more you could want out of this if you are into these kind of movies.
The movie is fun to watch, as we see time travel sequences constantly and some supernatural happenings as well. I actually quite forget most of the movie, not because it was boring or anything, but because I really couldn't understand it myself. You see, I have a hard time understanding most twists that occur in movies.
The acting is superb, with Jim Carrey playing his part excellently, usually stealing scenes from Kate Winslet who did a decent job too. Co-stars Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo, Elijah Wood and Tom Wilkinson as the doctor conducting the procedures to erase the woman's memories are all solid in their roles, but as I said, Jim Carrey is a standout.
This is not the type of movie I'd go out and buy, but I just can't get past the originality of it. There is nothing more you could want out of this if you are into these kind of movies.