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17/February/2009 [9:46 PM] -- Rachel Getting Married
In Rachel Getting Married, Anne Hathaway plays Kym, a recovering drug addict who leaves rehab behind to attend the wedding of her sister, Rachel (Rosemarie DeWitt), but Kym’s problems follow her home. Rachel cannot forgive or forget Kym’s past intoxicated misbehavior, and their father (Bill Irwin) is constantly trying to keep the peace and to forget the past. As the wedding grows closer Kym constantly is taking the attention off of Rachel and putting it on herself, she thrives on attention, no matter what cost. Documentary director Jonathan Demme pulls off an authentic family feel, but I found some scenes to drag on and on, which made for some slow and boring moments. The cast does however deserve plenty of praise for also providing a feel of natural authenticity. Although the film lacks flare, Hathaway turns in a stellar performance and her Oscar nomination is well deserved. If you want to see another movie about a dysfunctional family then this is a good choice for you, I however, felt as though I’d seen this story-telling before. Rachel Getting Married will be available on DVD soon and offers plenty of dialogue for you to watch on your own, there are a few quiet moments filled with emotions brought out by looks from one character to another but this film is still easy to follow without description.

Nominated for:

Best Actress: Anne Hathaway
- (Sony Classics)
- Starring: Anne Hathaway, Rosemarie DeWitt, Debra Winger, Bill Irwin and Mather Zickel
- Rated: R
- Running Time: 116 mins
- This film is currently NOT available in MoPix
1/2

Posted in [Drama Reviews, Comedy Reviews]
15/February/2009 [8:50 PM] -- Vicky Christina Barcelona
Writer, Director Woody Allen brings us another hit in Vicky Christina Barcelona. A witty comedy about two young American girls who spend the summer in Barcelona, Spain. Vicky (Rebecca Hall) is a level-headed college student who is about to be married and Christina (Scarlett Johansson) is a free-spirited, artistic-minded woman, looking for inspiration. Enter Juan Antonio (Javier Bardem) a womanizing, charming artist who seduces the girls into spending a weekend at his home. Arriving soon after is Juan Antonio’s beautifully insane ex-wife (Penelope Cruz), when they all become affectionately entangled, the results are both hilarious and vexing. With a entertaining and well penned script Vicky Christina Barcelona is one of my favorite comedies of the year. Penelope Cruz is delightful and Scarlett Johansson and Rebecca Hall are both perfectly cast. This film will soon be out on DVD and it is perfect for the visually impaired with wonderful narration throughout and characters you can’t help but love, you are guaranteed a fun time, in this lovely escape with Vicky and Christina in Barcelona.

Nominated for:

Best Supporting Actress: Penelope Cruz

Could have also been nominated for:

Writing (Original Screenplay)
- (Weinstein Co)
- Starring: Javier Bardem, Scarlett Johansson, Rebecca Hall, Penelope Cruz, Patricia Clarkson and Kevin Dunn
- Rated: PG-13
- Running Time: 96 mins
- This film is currently NOT available in MoPix
Posted in [Comedy Reviews]
13/February/2009 [12:53 PM] -- Australia
Lady Sarah Ashley (Nicole Kidman) is a proper Englishwoman who journeys to Australia in the time leading up to World War II reaching Australia’s shores, determined to have her husband sell his cattle ranch to power hungry businessman named King Carney (Bryan Brown). However, she arrives to find out her husband has been killed and her plans change when she witnesses a man named Fletcher (David Wenham) cheating her husbands business for his own gain and mistreating a young boy named Nullah (Brandon Walters) because he is of mixed race. Overwhelmed with wanting a sense of justice, Lady Ashley wants to drive her herd of cattle to the town of Darwin so she can sell them to the troops, but she needs help and talks an independent cowboy (Hugh Jackman) into helping her get them there. Directed by Baz Luhrman (Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge) this film has everything from witty comedy, to western style bar brawls, romance, and war, all complimented by the astonishing costume work by Luhrman’s wife and collaborator, Catherine Martin. Nicole Kidman is delightful, adding her own special charm to a well written character and Hugh Jackman is magnificent as always as a leading romantic, action hero. This film has a lot of classic elements, often referencing the Wizard of Oz, and resembling such films as Gone With the Wind. This film is not available in MoPix and alas it should be, since it does have many action sequences, however it is narrated by the young boy Nullah, who does an amazing job for one so young. I do believe anyone with a sense of adventure will enjoy this film.

Nominated for:

Costume Design

Could have also been nominated for:

Cinematography

Art Direction
- (Twentieth Century Fox)
- Starring: Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, David Wenham
- Rated: PG-13
- Running Time: 165 mins
- This film is currently NOT available in MoPix
1/2

Posted in [Drama Reviews, Comedy Reviews, Action Film Reviews]
12/February/2009 [5:13 PM] -- Iron Man
Like The Dark Knight, Iron Man spans all audiences, comic book fan or not this is the type of summer blockbuster that lasts far beyond the season. Tony Stark is a billionaire playboy and genius who is always chasing his next big dream. Selling weapons is his game and a business trip to Afghanistan quickly turns into chaos when Stark finds himself at the mercy of a warlord who wants him to build a missile. Knowing they will only kill him he instead creates a suit of armor, thus turning him into Iron Man and allowing him to escape. In returning from a near death experience he has decided to change his ways, and everyone close to him including his assistant Pepper Pots (Gwyneth Paltrow), friend Rhodey (Terrence Howard) and long time business partner Obadiah Stane (Jeff Bridges) are concerned and fascinated by the new man he has become. Director Jon Favreau against the feelings of other involved insisted on Robert Downey Jr to play the legendary Iron Man and boy are we glad he held his ground. Robert Downey Jr knows what makes Tony Stark tick and brings the character to life flawlessly. Like any action movie a lot of description is needed for the visually impaired, this film is now available on DVD so if you haven’t see it yet, I recommend renting it with a friend or family member to get the full effect, if you have already seen it then you know what all the hype is about. Two amazing comic book movies came out last year and this is one of them. Special note for those you don’t know, audiences who keep watching after the credits have rolled will be rewarded with a bonus scene.

Nominated for:

Visual Effects

Sound Editing

Sound Mixing

Could have also been nominated for:

Best Actor: Robert Downey Jr.
- (Paramount)
- Starring: Robert Downey Jr, Gwenith Paltrow, Jeff Bridges and Terrance Howard
- Rated: PG-13
- Running Time: 126 mins
- This film is currently NOT available in MoPix
Posted in [Comedy Reviews, Family Film Reviews, Action Film Reviews]
22/June/2007 [1:36 PM] -- Knocked Up

Director Judd Apatow (The 40 Year Old Virgin) does it again only this time even more hysterical, appealing to a larger audience he becomes a champion of the great all American family values, pushes the envelope as he always does, leaves you wanting more all while bringing attention to a sense of morality. Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl) has a flourishing career at E! Entertainment Channel and has just been promoted to an on-camera position. Alison and her sister Debbie (Leslie Mann) go to a club to celebrate but not long into the evening Debbie gets called away to attend to her children, leaving Alison in the enthusiastic company of charming idler Ben (Seth Rogen). In the intoxicated dark of the nightclub Ben seems like a great guy but in the sober light of the morning Alison realizes that the man she has slept with is just an overgrown child with no direction in life, without a job and without money and also seems to have the social habits of a teenager. Politely brushing him off as a one night stand Alison goes about her life forgetting that the night ever happened until 8 weeks later when she realizes she is pregnant. And thus begins a whirlwind of events that are both uproariously funny as well as heartfelt. With outstanding performances by the entire cast Katherine Heigl finds the perfect balance between comedy and the seriousness of the underlying principles of the story, she is a true talent as any Grey’s Anatomy fan will tell you. Seth Rogen has the ideal blend of charm, humor and lovability that leaves you routing for his character every step of the way. Leslie Mann is luminous as Alison’s neurotic sister Debbie and Paul Rudd is at his absolute best as Debbie’s husband Pete. Although there is some visual humor most of the best moments in the film are brought to the audience through the marvelous dialog. Knocked Up is a great film for everyone who loves to laugh. It is available in MoPix if you would like but I do believe it is easy to follow considering the amount of dialog it has. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up for the film!
- (Universal)
- Starring: Katherine Heigl, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann
- Rated: R
- Running Time: 129 mins
- This film is currently available in MoPix
Posted in [Comedy Reviews]

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