Interstellar - Review

Interstellar

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0816692/

4/5 stars

Credit for cast/and picture goes to IMDB.com

Few things in life seem to be as fascinating as space and time. In the latest movie by Christopher Nolan he attempts the lofty topic of those two into one idea. Set against the future where the earth has seemingly exhausted our limited resources, we see a society that has really given up as the explorers and pioneers and settled for farmers and the like. The main role in the film Cooper is played by ( Matthew McConaughey ) who was the last generation of true explorers and a former NASA pilot. Commissioned by Professor Brand ( Michael Caine ) the leader of an underground NASA to travel the galaxy to try and find a suitable place for humans to live before it’s too late. The special effects are great, and it does seemingly have a lot of science theories about the aspect of traveling in space, and the concept of time travel. So perhaps some of it makes one have to suspend some belief and is thus most likely considered Sci-fi. But it was well done, well acted and fairly different then most of the films out there I really liked it.   

Stars:

 Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain |

The Judge Review

                                        

The Judge Review.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1872194/

4/5 stars

Credit for cast/and picture goes to IMDB.com

This was masterful work of art. Slow and building it starts to piece about a father and a son. Often misunderstanding in our life cause us pain and heartache. That first boy or girl that broke your heart, or that time you felt slighted because no one showed up at your little league game. As we grow into people it’s easy for the little slights which can often seem the most painful at the time to grow into a festering wound. Unlike the hurt of a broken arm the sting of a broken expectation or promise won’t go away with a sling and a lollipop from the doctor. Hank Palmer ( Robert Downey Jr ) is a high powered big city lawyer, obsessed with money and winning. His father Joseph is played by ( Robert Duvall ) is a judge from a small town. Father and son are driven apart by competitiveness and what seems to be a unloving relationship between a father who wants the best and a son in need of approval. However Hank is pulled back to the small town he’s run away from when his mother passes away, and soon he’s forced to stay there as his father gets himself into legal trouble when he is put on trial for hitting a former scumbag he sentence with his car. The emotion is tense and believable -- There are typical grand standing scenes in some of the legal drama and it’s not really even so much about the case as it is about a man having to face his demons and exploring the relationship between a father and son. I thought it was poignant and believable how destructive some people can be, but yet miraculous and inspiring how some people can overcome.  

Stars:

 Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga

The purge analysis review.

                                                   

The purge review.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2184339/

3/5 stars

Credit for cast/and picture goes to IMDB.com

The purge a movie,about social commentary, is maybe not the best movie in the world but has an extremely interesting premise. At face value it’s a typical thriller, but the reason I chose it was because of the idea behind it. The movie is about America in the the year 2022, and the america we know is no more. There is no violence or crime, instead once a year the US government allows one single night of violence and crime a year -- Though there are some guidelines interesting enough it doesn't really explain them well but it gives them a nod. First rule is no killing of Government officials ( assumingly the president/leaders. ) and no using of certain weapons ( they use a grade, but don’t explain what they are. But I’d assume explosives? ) Though they go a rather poor job explaining the premise rules and you as the viewer are left to guess I cannot help but find the general thought and plot amusing. It’s one that is apt make you think about the progression of violence. Though parts are poorly executed the idea of a society capable of allowing violence for the greater good isn’t exactly far fetched. The choke hold that the NRA has on the US government leads one to believe that regardless of the school shootings, or various other scenarios that shootings have occurred what will it take for the country to see the misguidedness of our ways. Now out of fairness I do understand the need for guns, and protecting your family but fear and silence can be powerful motivators and I can only see several visceral correlations between this fictional film and the uncertain world we venture into.    “ It's been awhile since the horror genre has made such a forceful comment on the modern socio-political climate. The Purge is more than just an exploration of one family's survival, it's a daring indictment of modern class warfare.” (http://www.cinemasight.com/) Hopefully though the film was weak in spots, it’s general premise can open dialogue for the violence that can be perpetuated in America.

Stars:

 Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Max Burkholder 

Shawshank Redemption Review

Shawshank Redemption Review

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/?ref_=nv_sr_1

5/5 stars

Credit for cast/and picture goes to IMDB.com

Shawshank written ,a short story, by the legendary Stephen King it has an all star cast of actors. Headed up by the lead in the film Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins ) and Red Redding (Morgan Freeman ) the film is about the fact that Andy “kills” his wife and is sent to prison. Soon he meets Red who is the man that can get things and a friendship ensues. Movies can sometimes be predictable and to me it’s not so much about how the movie ends, but how you get there. The message that this movie gives off is a strong one of hope, compassion and friendship. Considered by IMDB to be the greatest movie ever made I have to agree, though it did lose the academy award to Forest Gump. It’s one of those movies you have to see in your life time, powerful and thought provoking you can feel the personality ooze of the screen. Quotes are a big deal to me, in all my favorite movies like the Godfather (etc..) there are legendary quotes that seem to transcend a good film and Shawshank Redemption is no different. Andy says “I guess it comes down to a choice, get busy living or get busy dying.” and it’s later repeated by Red ( freeman could read the phone book and it would sound cool. ) Awesome movie, one that can’t be missed.

Stars:

 Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton |

Chef Movie Review

 

Chef review

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2883512/

4 / 5 stars

Credit for cast/and picture goes to IMDB.com

Set in a modern time (2013/2014) the film is headed by star Jon Favreau as he plays Carl Casper a head chef at a great restaurant.  The backdrop is used as a character as well as the use of vibrant Miami Florida helps build the story later on.  Soon Carl is visited by Ramsey Michel played by (Oliver Platt ) and we have the story told to us about how Carl used to be a trend setting and passionate Chef willing to take risks on his food. How ever this critic Ramsey longs for the old days and takes carl apart. Soon Carl uses this as a springboard to finally take a risk, he decides to buy a used taco truck and turn it into a business. The movie is a heartwarming adventure of Carl casper growing as a person, followed by beautifully done cinematography; The kind that makes the food seemingly leap off the screen and make you wish you could eat it.  Also by using the music, and watching them travel to place to place in a viral campaign to make his tacos known. Don’t expect too much drama involved which makes the film light-hearted and fit. Sometimes films can try and do “too much” and that leaves you wondering was this really needed? This is the kind of film that leaves you smiling, tapping your feet and hungry!

Stars/Cast: Jon Favreau, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson |