OSCAR NOMINATIONS ARE IN!

Check out the nominees for the 79th Academy Awards to be held on February 25, 2007 at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA.

http://www.comingsoon.net/awards/oscars.php

LITTLE CHILDREN

WTF?

I was totally thrown off by Little Children. I was expecting something more main stream I suppose, but that is not what I got. This film is a dark comedy that I am still trying to process. The characters are unusual, well portrayed, and stick with you to say the least. The story is complex and sometimes hard to follow, but effectively told throughout the duration of the film.

The story takes place in a small town where things are relatively normal. The film follows the stories of married people having an affair and a man with a sexual perversion that is stirring emotions across town. There are many other characters involved that all play into the grand scheme of things and play their roles in story telling.

Not one person in this film seems content except the children maybe. This is intentional I am sure. The naivety of the children is what makes them content. Ignorance is bliss. The age of the children was carefully chosen though, because they are right on the cusp of realizing what is going on around them. The main children are those of the couple having the affair. They do not know what is going on with their parents, but are constantly suspicious. Kate Winslet gives a noteworthy performance as usual, and relative newcomer Patrick Wilson also carries his character with outstanding capability.

The story had some nicely created meanings and messages. Ideas about human behavior and the value of relationships are the main focus. Touching on how many people just settle and deal with what they have regardless of their happiness. Little Children captures the mood of an unhappy relationship and hurls it at the audience.

The story is humorous, touching, passionate, creepy, but most of all it is well told. I unfortunately had some issues with the ending. It seemed all too tidy and convenient for such a bizarre film. It just kind of ended leaving a taste for more information, but at the same time I was ready for it to be over. So I guess I do not know what to think still. Little Children was well crafted and captivating to watch. Winslet is deserving of her award nominations.


GRADE: B+
TRAILER: http://www.apple.com/trailers/newline/littlechildren/

COMING SOON - JAN. 22

Opening Friday January 26 -


Epic Movie
http://www.apple.com/trailers/fox/epicmovie/
Smokin Aces
http://www.apple.com/trailers/universal/smokinaces/
Blood and Chocolate
http://www.apple.com/trailers/mgm/bloodandchocolate/trailer/
Catch and Release
http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/catchandrelease/
Nomad (limited)
http://media.movies.ign.com/media/874/874363/vids_1.html
Seraphim Falls (limited)
http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/seraphimfalls/index.html

GOLDEN GLOBE WINNERS!

Check out the lists of nominees and winners of the 2007 Golden Globe Awards at ComingSoon.net.

http://www.comingsoon.net/awards/goldenglobes.php

The 2007 Golden Globe Awards were held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

COMING SOON - JAN. 15

Opening Friday January 19 -

It's a slow week folks.....

The Hitcher
http://www.apple.com/trailers/rogue_pictures/thehitcher/trailer1/
The Italian (Limited)
http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony/theitalian/trailer/

BOBBY

A powerful film that gives hope for Americans in doubt of our future.

Bobby is not like anything you have seen recently. This is a film that stands out through its style and message. A politically charged piece that is unexpectedly relevant to the current state of the United States government and our nation. The ensemble cast of veterans and new comers is fantastic to watch. All the performances effectively touch your heart by stirring emotions and making you think. Just the way that characters are supposed to.

I think props must be given to Emilio Estevez for such an incredible directorial debut. He brought together an inspiring story, and an all-star cast to create his first piece of work for the big screen. This was no easy task. To write stories for so many people and still have them portray themselves with such meaning is incredible. All the characters manage to touch the audience in some way. It’s a “period” piece that captures an era in American history throughout one day in time. The struggles, the politics, and the personal effects of the 1960’s are portrayed through a whole mix of characters that have all gathered in one place for many different reasons. The entire cast gives A+ performances that really are driven by the solid direction of Estevez.

Mark Isham is still one of my favorite composers and his ability to make or break a movie will always impress me. For Bobby, he made it. The music is so subtle for most of the film, but kicks up at just the right moments to inspire the audience. The cinematography is nothing too outstanding. The film is driven so much by the cast of characters though that the standard camera angles and understated shots don’t even bother me.

Bobby is engrossing from start to finish. Each scene feels like a “big” one and the build up to the climax almost becomes tense for the audience. By the end of the film I felt inspired and hopeful for the future. Bobby regenerates your sense of compassion for mankind. Humorous scenes mixed with heartfelt stories make for a stand out film. Bobby is a unique theatre experience that certainly enlivens its audience.


GRADE: A-
TRAILER: http://www.apple.com/trailers/weinstein/bobby/trailer1/

COMING SOON - JAN. 8

Opening Friday January 12 -

Primeval
http://www.apple.com/trailers/touchstone/primeval/
Alpha Dog
http://www.apple.com/trailers/universal/alphadog/
Arthur and the Invisibles
http://www.apple.com/trailers/mgm/arthurandtheinvisibles/trailer1/
Stomp the Yard
http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/stomptheyard/

COMING SOON - JAN. 3

Opening on Friday January 5 -

Freedom Writers
http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/freedomwriters/trailer1/
Code Name: The Cleaner
http://www.apple.com/trailers/newline/codenamethecleaner/
Happily N'Ever After
http://www.apple.com/trailers/lions_gate/happilyneverafter/
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