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  • The Night of the Hunter

    ★★★★

  • Do the Right Thing

    ★★★★½

  • Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

    ★★★

  • Saving Private Ryan

    ★★★★★

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  • The Night of the Hunter

    The Night of the Hunter

    ★★★★

    This movie is an excellent metaphor for how powerful religion can be and how it can be monstrous when manipulated. The main villain is as charming as he is threatening, and at times, I almost felt bad for his twisted mind. The two main protagonists are nearly powerless throughout the film, and all they do is endure whatever situation they find themselves in. Only when they let the dirty money go is when they find happiness. It's remarkable how only three people didn't fall for the antagonist's illusions, and it's even more remarkable how well a 12 gauge shotgun can solve some nasty problems.

  • Do the Right Thing

    Do the Right Thing

    ★★★★½

    This movie is a very tough watch, and that's partially why it's so good. These struggles are real; rather than ignoring them and trying to hide them, it presents them. This movie presents those struggles head-on. It's also good for showing that there is no true "good" or "bad" guy. Its story conveys that there are two sides to every story and no one is truly innocent. Racism and violence are terrible things, but then again, so is retaliating with…

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  • Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

    Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans

    ★★★

    This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.

  • Saving Private Ryan

    Saving Private Ryan

    ★★★★★

    This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.

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