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Before Dawn (2024)
Fantastic Movie
Such a great movie on WW1. It depicts the human side of war and the tragedy of the historical event. Very good attention to detail in regard to look, feel and texture. Actors were age appropriate and did Stirling performances. This movie is a must watch for military movie fans. Australia lost so many in the Great War movies like this are important for modern Australia's understanding of the sacrifice. This should have been released close to Anzac Day as it would reinforce the meaning of the day. The home coming at the end of the movie is a statement of lament. Best watched with surround sound and on a big screen.
Rocket Hunter (2020)
Weird and Horrible
I believe this maybe trying to be some sort of arthouse bend on the subject and story. It, however, only succeeds in being a very average and weird gestation of a movie. Your time better invested watching something else, I would skip this poor expression, it will only disappoint.
Acting is terrible, modern very tones are distracting, and not aligned with the storyline. Storyline is weird and in some areas painfully drawn out.
Having said the above some frames of the movie have some very cool imagery if they were still photos. The steam-punkish compositions are captivating and compositionally very interesting.
Unfaithful (2002)
Sends a Message
Interesting movie that's sends a poignant message. The movie has solid acting that outlines a sad state of human desires. Temptation and loyalty are core to the story line, combined with how seemingly little decisions can lead to much bigger outcomes. Lust and a need to bring excitement to one's existence that at times may seem banal is a deep topic. The movie does prompt thought, and pondering as what it means to live a rewarding life.
The film is not dated as the journey and story line are timeless. The final twist in the movie gives a wonderful ending and brings enhanced meaning to what is little more than a decorative object.
The Hunter (2011)
Terrible Story
Great scenery and context. Terrible and weird story. Not for me! The acting is quite good but nothing special. Personally I wouldn't bother with this movie as better options out there!
Outback (2019)
Great Reminder Be Prepared
This movie is a great reminder to be prepared when going into the outback. The most painful part of the movie is the guys arrogance who drove them into the situation. The girl was not listened to and was lead to almost death.
Ambush Bay (1966)
A Red Hat Seriously
This movie was a painful war drama to watch. Bad special effects particularly the red paint as blood. The acting of James Mitchum is second rate compared to his father, and his red had in the field is just ridiculous for a special ops unit. A true retro C Grade flick!
Da hong zha (2018)
Absolute Crap
This has to be one of the worst movies you could every see. Use it as an instructional movie on how not to make a movie. Just bad!
Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan (2019)
Big Hope ... Poor Acting
I had big hopes for this movie, but found the acting flat. The acting had no sense of fear or urgency during the attack scenes. The actors seemed cheesy and non convincing as frontline soldiers. Could have so much better and much more engaging ...
The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019)
What a misery guts of a movie!
I thought this movie was going to be happy, and uplifting - instead it was just a depressing misery of a show. I wanted to turn it off half way through as it was just depressing. In summary:
a. Dog Dies
b. Wife dies of cancer
c. Cant afford to pay legal bills
d. Parent in-laws want to sue him
e. Parent in-laws want to take custody of his kid
f. Dog gets hit by a car
If you are looking for something uplifting this is not the movie.
On the positive the dog is beautiful and a great actor, as is the Testa Rossa.
Papillon (2017)
Lacks the Hoodoo of the Original
5 min i knew this would not make it to the same enjoyment level of the original. Very ambitious but the actors dont varry the same performance. Watch the original first. Just so so.
Trading Paint (2019)
Painfully Slow
Expecting a well scripted racing movie with an element of drama. Instead it was dry, slow, and boring. Not Travoltas best performance.
The Weapon Hunter (2015)
Not bad but the host's hair cut is so bad!
The show is generally interesting and well put together. The super weird hair cut is distracting though ...
Lancaster Skies (2019)
Boring Boring Boring
The title is so misleading and I was expecting to see a proper WW2 movie showing the harrowing duties of the brave pilots. Instead I got a painfully slow paced drag of a movie with very little flight scenes, or portrayal of what it was to be a Landcaster crew member. Should have done my research before buying the movie, now I stuck with it!
Steve McQueen: American Icon (2017)
General Good but turns into Christian Propaganda
The movie starts really well and is an interesting coverage of Steve McQueens life. Its a very personal and frank discussion about McQueen as person, and actor. Unfortunately, the movie clearly turns into a Christian propaganda movie. Rather than sticking to the subject with a focus on McQueen is finishes promoting Christianity, and push the religious agenda. Disappointing they are using McQueens reputation as a vehicle to promote Christianity.
Left Behind (2014)
Cage Must Be Desperate
Terrible Christian propaganda movie, typical bible bashers trying to scare non believers. Terrible acting, boring as he'll script, and bad churches story. Nothing good to review for this movie ...
Unbroken: Path to Redemption (2018)
Christian Pentecostal Propaganda Movie Toxic
This movie 100% christian propaganda movie by the pentacostal church. It is a toxic and grose sales film for christians. Avoid at all costs watching this stupid movie... or at least watch it with an open mind!
War Horse (2011)
Poignant Animal Sacrifice
Great movie that brings home how animals get caughtup and sacrificed for human madness. This movie highlights selfish human cruelty as well as animal loyalty. A depressing film, but well made with strong messaging.
Bite Club (2018)
Stupid
This TV show is absolutely ridiculous! Have they not seen or are aware of sharks and the facts surrounding these animals. Bite Club and the idea of sharks as predators against humans is not the right publicity for these amazing animals. As a diver - sharks are not the issue its people and the way they present sharks is the issue. Do not watch thus series!
The Lifeguard (2013)
Painfully Boring ...
Just finished watching this movie and it was a drawn out and torturous experience. The story is very slow and the acting was plain, and lacking in any sense of drama. The story I found to be quite strange as it deals with everyday and mundane experiences combined with some very serious teenage issues. My thoughts are that the more serious issues touched on in the movie particularly regarding teenage suicide are not done justice in regards to the reasons why. There are much more interesting stories out there that deal with in far greater depth the issues that are portrayed in this movie.
The film relies heavily on the story and acting, which simply fails to deliver. The adult parts of the movie are stock standard, and don't really add any value to overall storyline. I am actually surprised they found performers to take their gear off for a movie of this quality, but I suppose its the age of free thinking and the commercialization of flesh. The soundtrack is reasonable and appropriate, but the songs don't leave a lasting impression. If your looking to burn an little more than an hour there are better ways.
21 Brothers (2011)
Boring and Poorly Made Movie
I was looking forward to seeing this movie based on its subject, but after watching it all I can say is was very disappointing. The movie from the beginning presented as poorly made and clearly lacking in detail as well as the character and texture of a war movie. In regards to the filming it looks a lot of the time over exposed and filmed on what seems to be a very sunny day. The consequence is a lot of the detail is "burnt" out.
The trench setting the film is shot in is totally unconvincing and the set design lacks any character or feel of what one would imagine a WW1 trench to look and feel like. It certainly does not reflect any appearance of the old black and white photos of the era. In addition the trench is way too shallow with the soldiers walking around with their heads and upper torsos above the top of the trench. The sandbags look very new and trench set is without duck boards or any timber hoarding, which is not how trench walls would have been built. One of the soldiers gets trench foot, but the trench environment looks very dry and parched. Not the type of environment conducive to trench foot.
In addition to the above most of the actors appear some what over-weight, again not typical of young physically fit fighting men of the first world war. This combined with very average acting added to the film being difficult to engage with.
In summary give it a miss its boring, plain and seemingly low budget. Nothing like Passchendaele, Beneath Hill 60 and certainly nothing like All Quiet On The Western Front.