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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Jurassic World. 2015.
PG-13. 124 minutes. Starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. Directed by
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole</b>: Cassidy
and I saw this during its theatrical release, but it took us this long to
gather our thoughts about the complexities of this film. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth: </b>Huh?<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> That was
sarcasm; I do believe you’re familiar with the concept… It’s been twenty years
since the theater-going public traveled to the Jurassic world, and in that time
one might reason that by now that people would know better – but I am often
proven wrong. In fact, I’m pretty sure if there was an actual Jurassic World,
people would plunk down wads of cash to go. So, another movie in the
long-standing series isn’t that far-fetched as it may seem.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth: </b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wonder why one movie with an interesting theme
is never enough. I think the people behind what gets made (again and again) are
all about how they made buckets of money and greed sets in again. And again. I
bet screenwriters secretly hate them unless they have sold their souls and just
add a number after the title and then go to the bank<b>.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> As a
writer, I’d be totally cool with writing sequels, depending on the genre. It’s
sometimes difficult to say goodbye to characters and places – just have to be
careful not to jump the shark. No one wants to see and 80-year-old Rocky get
beat up in the ring. So, the deal with Jurassic World is that people have
apparently lost interest in the whole model of the prehistoric theme park
(‘cause you know, you’ve seen one – you’ve seen them all). To re-engage
people’s enthusiasm, the geniuses at work behind the scenes have been messing
around with genetics and basically playing God. Their aim: to create a
carnivorous hybrid dinosaur that will “wow” the public and garner them some
greedy corporate sponsorship dollars. Oh, and BTW, mission accomplished.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth:</b> What
ever happened to going on a picnic at a park and having a couple of frisky ants
annoy you? At least ants won’t eat your children<b>.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> I dunno;
have you seen the size of some ants? Of course, everything that can go wrong
quickly goes wrong. And, the only one who seems to realize the potential danger
of situation is the film’s Indiana Jones-esque hero, Owen (played terrifically
by Chris Pratt). Owen is what you would call a dinosaur whisperer, if there
were such a thing (and really, thank God there isn’t. It’s enough to worry
about the wild animals we do have, much less conjuring up a mess of
pre-historic reptiles.) His antagonist is the rather vapid Claire (played by
Bryce Dallas Howard – or Jessica Chastain… They’re really the same person. Come
on, you know it – have you ever seen them together in the same room? No? See!)<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></b>You really do go on, don’t you? Chris
Pratt was fine, but he was not as sexy as Jeff Goldblum was in the first movie.
I like men who wear glasses.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> Um, isn’t
that what we’re here to do? And, you can’t compare Pratt and Goldblum. As much
as I adore Goldblum, that’s like apples and the polar opposite of apples – I
won’t even say oranges, because oranges are not opposite enough, but I digress.
There’s some history between Owen and Claire – yes, romantic tension.
Predictable. And, they are forced to battle that as well as the giant effing
FrankenDinosaur the science division cooked up in the lab. Along the way,
there’s the requisite chases, disasters, back-stabbings, and outlandish
situations. And, yet, I totally enjoyed this movie. I did. It’s also really fun
watching Cassidy scream out loud and squirm in her seat. Schadenfreude.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth:</b> Oh
please. I was screaming because that lady sitting next to me would not get off
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> Right, it
just so happened your screams coincided with every tension-filled action
sequence. As formulaic and predictable as it may have been, it was a fun two
hours. A large part of that is owed to Chris Pratt’s performance. (I will be
honest enough to say some of that had to do with the fact that his hot quotient
is off the charts). His character instilled the right dose of sense of humor
and commitment to the plot that this movie needed to draw in viewers. His
co-star, however, meh. (Hollywood, there’s only so many more times you can get
away with having the heroine run through rugged terrain in high heels and get
away with it. Oh, and the fresh makeup, too. Yea, that’s realistic.)<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">elizabeth:</b> I
would like to know the designer of her shoes because not once did she slip out
of her 6 inch heels. I can’t do that and I used to walk around Manhattan in
heels that high. BTW – dinosaurs would never survive in this city. There would
be vendors selling mock versions of them on every corner<b>.</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> Yea, good
point, I do need a pair of those heels. I think this movie will pale on the
smaller screens. Part of its appeal is the sweeping digital effects, but if you
have a large HDTV, you’ll probably enjoy it in that format. It’s definitely
worth one trip to Jurassic World – repeated viewings… perhaps not. But, it’s a
fine sendup nonetheless.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nicole:</b> Always.</div>
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autumn is <span style="font-family: inherit;">waning</span>, so ushers in the end of an era: our journeys to
Middle-earth will conclude. With the release of the director’s cut of <i>The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies</i>,
third and final installation in <i>The Hobbit</i>
series, we shall no more trip lightly upon the rolling hills of the Shire, rest
our weary heads in Rivendell, or battle fire-breathing dragons in the Lonely
Mountain. But, thanks to DVD, we can always revisit those lands – as a fond
memory of Tolkien’s masterful works set respectfully to film by Sir Peter
Jackson. The extended editions of the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies
are highly recommended because they provide additional context to the source
material. Gaps in the storyline are addressed to tie up any loose ends the theatrical
releases left to the viewers to string together. Now, let’s reminisce about <i>The Hobbit</i>, parts one through three –
for not all those who wander are lost….</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
2012. </b></span></span></div>
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<i>A younger and more reluctant Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, sets out on an
"unexpected journey" to the Lonely Mountain with a spirited group of
Dwarves to reclaim their stolen mountain home from a dragon named Smaug. [IMDb]</i><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>OK, Cassidy, so I know you don’t go in for this sorta thing.
You’re not a big geek like me.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b>Would you please go outside and stare at the big round ball
in the sky for ten minutes? I don’t see the appeal of men looking like they
haven’t bathe since the days of the Black Plague. And I think Smaug was my boss at my last two
jobs.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>That's quite possible, but I digress... Let’s first talk
casting. I cannot think of another actor that could have played hobbit Bilbo
Baggins better. Martin Freeman is inspired – he fits seamlessly into the cast.
It’s perfectly believable that he’s the younger Baggins (whom we see played by
Ian Holm in this film, as well as the Oscar-winning <i>Lord of the Rings</i> trilogy). He handled the role with finesse,
humor, and acuity. Ian McKellen is back as Gandalf the Grey, a role he’s played
so many years now it fits him like a glove. And, Richard Armitage as
heir-apparent dwarf Thorin Oakenshield is the right amount of moody, betrayed,
and fierce warrior. And, let’s not forget Andy Serkis as Gollum – perfecting
creepy on a whole new level. The cast is HUGE and I could go on for days, but
I’ll leave it there.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b>Did you say something?<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Ignoring you. Now, on to the script. If I had to argue
about anything, it would be that I felt they concentrated on some scenes too
long, whilst others got little attention. That could be because I’m a whore for
elves and really was looking forward to more time spent in Rivendell. I did
want to see more of Bilbo’s impression and interaction…but I’ll take what I can
get. <b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> “A whore for elves” – is that on your resume?<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> In fact, yes, it is. Still ignoring you. Special effects – scenes
like the warring Mountain Giants -- I was fully clenched the entire time. TMI?
If you’re a Tolkien fan, a Jackson fan or just a geeky nerd – invest in seeing
this movie and making the commitment to see it through to conclusion. ‘Cause
the journey is well-worth the effort.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> You mean I have to wait to call you a whore for elves
again? Seems so unfair<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>.</b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b></span><b>Nicole:</b> I think you'll manage. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.
2013. </b></span></span></div>
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<i>The dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their
quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is in
possession of a mysterious and magical ring. [IMDb]</i><b> </b><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Look, I’m biased. I’m incapable of being critical in any way
shape or form. I know some Tolkein purists have pick with Jackson’s
interpretation of the source material. I’m going out on a limb here and saying
Tolkein’s works are different. It would be impossible to faithfully reproduce every
detail in his works. That being said, Jackson’s vision is absolutely
mesmerizing. I trust every decision he makes, because he has the best possible
motives. OK, I’ve blown enough sunshine up Jackson’s ass. (Peter, make the
check out to CASH.)<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Now seeing sunshine blowing up Peter Jackson’s ass might be
a movie I would want to see. I take that back. I don’t like movies that are
dependent on out of this world special effects or Jackson’s butt. Call me
a movie snob. Go ahead.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Snob. So, where does this installment find our
quest-harried dwarves, hobbit and wizard? Knee-deep in Middle-Earth, that’s
where. Fighting off evil bands of Orcs and giant Mirkwood spiders, being
imprisoned by Sylvan Elf King Thranduil (played to absolute perfection by Lee
Pace), slipping into Lake-town on their way to the Lonely Mountain to do battle
with Smaug, the dragon who guards the dwarves’ treasure and the Arkenstone. Got
that so far, Cassidy<b>.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Orcs, Mirkwood , Smaug, Bilbo and Thranduil – are
these the top baby names for boys this year? What happened to
names like Bob, Dr. Dre and Ralph?<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Those names aren’t en vogue. Let’s talk about performances.
Martin Freeman’s Bilbo is absolutely genius this time around—from the
simplicity of his gestures to his building bravery, this was a role he was born
to play. Richard Armitage’s Thorin Oakenshield is compelling. His is a
complicated character we’re never quite sure to love or hate, but either
way—you stand behind him, because he’s that convincing.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b>Time to make the donuts.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> I see you’re positively riveted, but I continue
nonetheless. Enough can’t be said about Jackson’s WETA team. From special
effects, to costuming, to set dressing – this movie is a feast for the eyes.
Just wait till you get a load of Smaug (brilliantly voiced by Benedict
Cumberbatch).<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Please get out of Middle-Earth and join the rest of us. And
you can bring your new friends Thorin Oakenshield and Tauriel. I am sure they
are in need of hot shower or two. I’ll bring the soap. </span></span></div>
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in a war against an array of combatants and keep the terrifying Smaug from
acquiring a kingdom of treasure and obliterating all of Middle-Earth. [IMDb]</i><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>Well, it is true that all journeys must come to an end...and
so must it be with the final installment of <i>The Hobbit</i> trilogy.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b> I felt my heart just break ever so …who am I kidding? So
the tale of the little men with big ears is over? Why don’t you all go out and
visit a mall?<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Ignoring you. The film picks up right where <i>The
Desolation of Smaug</i> left off, with Smaug wreaking havoc on Lake-town and the
Erebor dwarves searching for the Arkenstone. Their leader, Thorin Oakenshield
(Richard Armitage), has succumbed to the dragon sickness, which spurns his
blood lust for wealth, greed and hatred. Galadriel (Cate Blanchett), Elrond
(Hugo Weaving) and Saruman (Christopher Lee) defend Gandalf (Ian McKellan)
against the Necromancer (aka Sauron) at Dol Guldur. The Mirkwood elves, led by
Thrandruil (Lee Pace), learn of the dwarves' success in taking back the Lonely
Mountain and arrive in Erebor to reclaim the treasure that was taken from them
generations prior. And, let's not forget, that an army of vicious Orcs, led by
Azog (Manu Bennett) are preparing to end the line of Durin and take over
Middle-Earth. Still with me? Elizabeth! Wake up!<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow. I have all
the symptoms of that dragon sickness. Dammit, I just lost another scale.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> I knew you had something; I just couldn't put my finger on
it. While the name of the movie is <i>The Hobbit</i>, this installment very
much belongs to one character: Thorin Oakenshield. Martin Freeman's Bilbo, however, still does
steal many a scene with his display of loyalty and bravery -- not to mention
his endearing mannerisms. Luke Evans' Bard is also strong, rising from mere
bargeman to dragon slayer to leader.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b> After watching him on <i>Saturday
Night Live</i>, I have been under the false impression that those were Martin
Freeman’s real ears. <b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> *rolling eyes* Alluding to its title, you can guess this
movie is mostly about war. Lest that scare anyone away, Jackson cleverly
handles the staging of the battles by focusing on the main characters,
switching between locations and introducing eye-popping visuals. Believe me,
you won't be bored and it won't seem like, pardon the pun, overkill. And, while
the conclusion is highly emotional, it's both fitting and satisfying.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Did you see bright colors and have the sensation of
floating during your flashbacks<span style="font-family: inherit;">?</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> No, but I saw <i>BOFTA </i>in IMAX 3D, which I normally shy away
from -- as I have a tendency to vomit from 3D-induced motion sickness. It's
utterly immersive and all-encompassing; rich with so much detail you won't want
to blink. <b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b>Might I make a suggestion? If you suffer from motion
sickness then maybe request that Jackson’s next movie have a cast of hand
puppets.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> He's been there and done that. Ultimately, though, it's about
the story and bringing it to a justifiable end. Purists will argue about the
focus given to non-<i>Hobbit</i> characters like Legolas (Orlando Bloom) and
Tauriel (Evangeline Lily), but Jackson and his writers Philipa Boyens and Fran Walsh
handle their inclusion creatively and with respect to the source material.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> What the hell are you talking about? Seriously, I do
think some of the 3D and digital special effects take away from us using our
imagination. Don’t show me everything and please don’t put it in my face. I can
imagine. I do have that power. Take that, Bilbo<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>.</b></span><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>*sigh*<b> </b>I almost don't want to end this post, because it
will mean having to say goodbye to Middle-Earth...and frankly, I'll never be
ready to do that. But, rationally, I know that due to the rights issues over
Tolkien's works, this is very likely the last time Jackson will visit
Middle-Earth...so, allow me a moment to thank him and his wonderful team for
giving us a glimpse into a world that we'd never have known but for our own
imaginations.<b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Have we met? What have you done to Nicole? Oh, that’s
right. You are now renting a 2 bedroom apartment. 42 Geek Ave., Apt. 3D,
Middle-Earth. Can you get pizza delivered there?</span></span></div>
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cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister
organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service
alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind
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</b>It's been a four-movie arc for Daniel Craig as Bond, James Bond. And, unlike most
Bond films, we've learned a lot about 007 during that arc. This modern Bond is
more human than his predecessors. Not just a suave ladies man with a license to
kill, but a troubled, complicated man with a past that haunts him. A man who is
willing to throw away his career for the love of a woman--a commitment that
would have been thought ridiculous by previous Bonds. It's for those reasons
that it's going to be hard to say goodbye to Mr. Bond. </span></span></span></div>
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As you know, I normally boycott this type of movie because I don’t relish
seeing women being used and tossed aside. I don’t like their message. I did go
to see Specte to see if they allowed this middle aged man to grow up and have
some feelings that aren’t always shaken and not stirred. Craig’s Bond showed
some real honest feelings and was more of a humble man than a hired gun.</span></span></span></div>
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ALERT:</span> <span> This movie may be rated PG-13 but
I think the pack of 8-9 year old girls who were in the theatre might have been
a tad too young. I was very disturbed by that, but I won’t have to deal with
their nightmares.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>Nicole:</b>
I agree on the rating, but parents do need to be more discerning. Even
though this Bond differs from Connery and Moore, I'm not saying all the
typical Bond-ish stylings aren't present. He woos at the drop of a hat, he
jumps into dangerous situations without a moment's hesitation, he wears a
Saville Row suit like nobody's business, and he crashes countless cars without
one ounce of remorse. (The opening action sequence alone will have you biting
your nails. Word of advice: Never get in a helicopter with 007.) Hell, aren't
those all the reasons we love Bond to begin with? But what this series has done
successfully is make us invest in Bond instead of just riding shotgun. </span></span></span></div>
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Too much freaking violence and I loved how Craig did not suffer a scratch even
when he was beaten to a pulp – several times during the course of the
film. Which brings me back to why I dislike their genre – they glorify
violence and almost turn it into an amusement park ride. We don’t need more
violence. Or is it just me?</span></span></span><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span></b>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>Nicole:
</b>It might be...in this case only. It is an action movie about an
assassin...not Driving Miss Daisy. Bond wouldn't be Bond without the
requisite car chase and shoot out. What I have a problem with is
gratuitous violence for the sake of violence and no plot, such as the Saw
movies. I liked that Spectre picked up right where Skyfall left off. Bond
is bent on trying to avenge the death of M (Judi Dench), who was more of a
mother figure to him than a boss. But, complications at MI6 hinder that
mission. With MI5 moving in on their turf and shaking the organization up, Bond
is on his own... Well, except for his loyal comrades: Miss Moneypenny (Naomie
Harris), Q (Ben Wishaw), and even the new M (Ralph Fiennes). But, Bond's
mission is more complicated -- and personal -- than he ever could have
imagined. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>elizabeth:
</b>I did not know that Ralph Fiennes was bowlegged. Yes, all three gave believable
performances and were very likable but I wanted to go home and see
Fiennes in The English Patient. Now that is a movie.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>Nicole:
</b>Yes, it's a movie indeed... A movie to nap by. Yawnnnnn. I love every
actor in that movie, but you couldn't make me watch it again. (I know I'm in
the minority on that one... Just me and Seinfeld's Elaine Benes.) Back to
Bond: Christolph Waltz's Blofeld is the architect of all of
Bond's pain. Blofeld has made it his life's goal to torture Bond for a
"past infraction" that he can't overcome. Of course, like any of Ian
Fleming's "coo coo" villains, Blofeld's all bent out of shape for a
highly irrational reason -- but, then again, what else can you expect from a
complete sociopath? </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>elizabeth:
</b>I hope you and Elaine Benes will be happy together. As much as I admire
Christolph Waltz’s acting skills, I have to say that as I left the theater I
realized that he looks like what Justin Beiber will look like at 40. I don’t
like having those thoughts.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>Nicole:
</b>True. He needs to stop going to Super Cuts. But, I digress. Along the
way, Bond falls in love... No, really. Not since Vesper (Casino Royale) has
Bond risked his heart to love. But, Dr. Swann is able to understand,
although not condone, his way of life because she was the daughter of an
assassin. And, with her, it seems our wayward hero has found a new lease on
life...leading us to ask: Is this the end for 007? As the credits roll, the
audience is certainly left to believe Daniel Craig's stint has reached a tidy
conclusion. Screenwriters are going to have to be extremely creative if they're
going to rev up this series with its current leading man. Ultimately, it looks
like they're going to reboot Bond with a new actor. And, as much as I love
Daniel Craig, the possibilities of casting a new James Bond are all too
enticing to resist. Mr. Mendes, give me a ring...I have some very compelling
suggestions. </span></span></span></div>
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Oh, please. Dr, Swann looks like she just got her high school diploma. What is
wrong with an older woman? Like 38.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span> So I
lived thru this movie and I am content knowing that I don’t have to see another
Bond movie. Ever.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>The Film Fatales go mano a mano with the Avengers</b></span><br />
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<b>The Avengers: Age of Ultron. 2015. Rated PG13. Starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, Chris Evans, Scarlet Johannson, Elizabeth Olsen, James Spader, Paul Bellamy. Directed by Joss Whedon.</b><br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> It's been three years since the first Avengers and in that time Marvel has completely altered the workings of their own universes to keep us fanboys and fangirls on their toes. No complaints. We're totally enjoying the ride. This sequel to the epic blockbuster runs right out of the gate with a breakneck action sequence that involves all principal characters: Iron Man, Hulk, Captain America, Thor, Black Widow and Hawkeye. Don't blink. It's a mind bender.<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> Can I straighten my mind bender with a good flat iron? I don’t even know what I mean, but has it been three years? I ain’t a fangirl of this genre but you keep seeing these dumb movies so I have to try yet another intervention on you.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> I'm intervention-proof. This time around, The Avengers unite to save the world from Ultron one of Stark Enterprises' "programs" gone very, very wrong, very very fast. Ultron wants to destroy the planet and everything on it to start from scratch which, in his mind, is the only way to gain peace. He enlists the help of two "enhanced", who soon become known as Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver (no mention here of their paternity being that of Magneto's, as this is not a Sony franchise; instead their origin is tied to the plot, giving them both reason to side with Ultron's mission).<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> I have no idea what you just wrote.<br />
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<b>Nicole: </b>It's OK. I speak geek. But, what's fabulous about this film is less about the special effects (although stellar, as usual) but the character development. We learn an awful lot this go around about The Avengers...from the budding romance between Hulk and Black Widow to the secretive family life of Hawkeye. Not to mention, the little project Stark's been working on that manages to, oh, completely screw everything up. This film is also pretty heavy on the comedy angle. It's full of one liners you'll be quoting left and right. Particularly adept at the jibs and jabs is Ultron, this movie's mechanical baddie voiced by James Spader. He gives Stark a run for his money in the sarcasm department. But, a good deal of the character development is also a little dark and is provided courtesy of Scarlet Witch. Her powers enable her to access people's fears and turn them into a dreamlike reality. Each of our heroes is treated to one of these trips, and they aren't pretty. Are they glimpses of the future? Are they just insecurities? Only time will tell.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> Not quite yet. Truth be told, I enjoyed the first crack at the Avengers much more than this sequel. But, that being said, this is a terrific movie. Lots of fun, lots of laughs, great special effects and interesting character development. So-so ending, but I trust Whedon so whatever happens next, I'm on board.<br />
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Just over three years ago, elizabeth (with a small e, like e.e. cummings, but
female and with sass) suggested we try some kind of joint writing venture. Once
I stopped ignoring her and paid attention, I thought 'Hey, that's not such a
bad idea.' It soon became a question of not "If?" or
"When?", but "What?" What in the world could two classy,
big-mouthed broads like us share with the cyber-verse? Should it be politics?
We ruled that one out right away. Both diehard liberals who tend to agree on
every issue, we decided we just didn't need the headache of monitoring the
comments section for potential threats to our safety. No, it needed to be
something light, entertaining -- and fun. So, we decided on movies. It
was time the world had a female Siskel and Ebert. Obviously, I'm Ebert. </span></span></div>
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</b>Yes, another brilliant idea on my part. I swear my next idea won’t pay either.
But it has been a hoot. Dark, smelly rooms with no one in them except some
lonely people and that would be the Film Fatales. I am glad we nixed the
political slant. I can’t seem to voice my own opinions on my own Facebook page
without people coming out of the woodwork to demand I change my mind. At least
with the movies, I can say what I want and the hell with the rest of the
unwashed nibbling at my feet. They remind me of your friends from The Hobbit. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:
</b>Ahh, the classic cassidy dig at my love for all things Tolkien. Never gets old.
And in case that didn't read well the first time, I assure you that was sarcasm
at its most biting. When I think back, I'm glad Cassidy (I call her such
because she prefers elizabeth and I'm nothing if not accommodating) suggested
we pen this blog together. And, I hope you can appreciate how difficult it is
for me to admit Cassidy had a good idea. I've always been a huge movie buff,
briefly studied film in college and penned a few dusty spec scripts -- so it
was a natural fit. At least the money I wasted at the multiplex didn't seem so
much of a waste anymore, but an investment...of sorts. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b>
Don't "Shh" me like we both had to shush that
rude woman in the aisle next to us during The Second Best Exotic
Marigold Hotel. Memories...misty water-colored memories... What are
some of my favorite Film Fatales moments? Hmm. That's tough. The two I recall
with the greatest of ease are drastically different. Cassidy isn't fond of
potty humor. She likes a smart joke. Somehow, I convinced her to see The
Campaign, starring Will Ferrell and Zac Galifinakis as two sparring candidates
who trade in dirty politics, on the guise of it being a topical movie we can
comment on during election season. I did warn her she would likely hate it, and
to expect a lot of crass jokes. What I didn't expect was the epic level of
belly laughs Cassidy would belt out throughout the film, all while saying --
out loud, mind you -- "This is so stupid!" Ahh, that was an enjoyable
exercise in schadenfreude, Cassidy. To hear you laugh at something you
seriously detest -- a poop joke. LOL. Good times. The second memory comes
courtesy of the cruel torture that was The Fault in Our Stars. I'm a crier. I
will cry at the drop of a hat. So, it wasn't a wise decision for us to see this
movie, as I could hardly make it through the trailer. But, we went. And, I cried
so much I pretty much was dangerously dehydrated by the time the credits
started to roll. It's become a habit of Cassidy's, in such numerous cases, to
utter under her breath, "Big baby" if she hears so much as a sniffle
out of me. It never fails to make me laugh, even if she is a heartless bitch. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:
</b>Yes, I do remember being horrified by The Campaign. I had thought so much more
of myself then to laugh at the idiotic plot, the complete lack of intelligent
dialogue and seeing Will Ferrell making faces and threats. I will admit that I
skipped breakfast that morning and I felt a bit lightheaded and then you put
something in my popcorn. It is all coming back to me. My sainted father would
not approve of me laughing as much as I did, but my father always said that
Porkys was his favorite movie. So maybe I am more like my father than I
thought. Nay. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">And
yes, you are the Mother of the Fandago Waterworks. Just for the record, I have
sniffled at a few movies. Guess which ones?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b>
Listen, it is not for me to judge that you only cry during comedies. It's
probably something to do with incorrect firing of synapses...and I would just
seem insensitive if I pointed out your rare, yet
strange, disorder. Who knows what the next three years of our blog
will bring? (A gal can dream that, as a result of her glowing reviews, Peter
Jackson will contact her to be the script supervisor for his follow-up to The
Hobbit, The Silmarillion where she's also needed to occasionally fill in as a
Rivendell elf...) [Cue Cassidy rolling her eyes.] What I can say about
the future of the Film Fatales is that we will gladly be bringing you more of
the same sassy, opinionated, no-holds-barred film reviews. Thanks for your
loyal support and hey, feel free to comment, share, tweet -- whatever. In
return, Cassidy will do your taxes.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:
</b>Aim higher. Why do you want to spend time with people who live in middle earth?
Damnit, I want room service and I want Colin Firth to promise to never make a
movie like “The Kingsmen” ever again. I want the word “sequels” to make
Hollywood shake in their boots. I want good writing. I want, no, I demand
excellent screenplays that don’t insult my intelligence. I want The Theory of
Everything to move in with The Grand Budapest Hotel and have babies. And in
closing, I would really rather not see people in the golden years making out
like teenagers. I don’t need to hear dentures hit the floor during a dramatic
scene. Okay, you can do it. I am all for love, Just not in front of me. </span></span></div>
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</b>Colin Firth's lawyers called. They're renewing the restraining
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elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-77129456281300737882015-05-20T19:19:00.002-04:002015-05-20T19:19:57.179-04:00WOMAN IN GOLD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span class="il">Woman</span> in <span class="il">Gold</span>. 2015. PG-13. Starring Helen Mirren, Ryan Reynolds and Daniel
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<b>Nicole: </b>History shows what a horrific blight on humanity the holocaust was, and
still remains. Genocide, unfortunately, still prevails in many parts of this
ever-turning globe, doomed -- it would seem -- to repeat the mistakes of the
past without learning from them. Maria Altmann's story is just one of the many
that exist to prove how many injustices the Nazis committed during WWII.
Injustices that, although a little too late, develop into modern restitution.
Maria Altmann's well-to-do Viennese family included her a painting of her Aunt
Adele Bloch Bauer -- the subject of Gustav Klimt's inarguably most famous
portrait "<span class="il">Woman</span> in <span class="il">Gold</span>." That portrait, like all of Altmann's familial
possessions, was looted by the Nazi's during their occupation of Vienna. It
came to Vienna's Belvedere Gallery through a legal technicality -- and remained
in their possession until Maria Altmann pursued its rescue.</span></span></div>
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upon themselves to right an injustice. They inspire me to want to do the same
if and when a similar saturation comes up in my life. So many unsung heroes who
rallied against the Nazis whether it was the brave families who hid Jewish
families or Maria Altmann who decided that a family portrait stolen by the
zombies who followed Hitler needed to be back with her family. When you think
about what the Nazis did to millions of people, do you really think they had an
eye for beauty? I think not. </span></span> </div>
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Instead of being glued to their iphones or
tablets and wondering what the Kardashians will do next, young people should be
asked to sit down to try to envision the horrors that came knocking on the
doors of some many families in Europe during WWII. <span class="il">Woman</span> in <span class="il">Gold</span> does just
that. You can’t leave the theatre without the realization that we still hate
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<b>Nicole:</b> I wonder if there's anything Helen Mirren can't do, honestly? I
entirely believed her portrayal of Maria Altmann -- from the perfect Austrian
accent, to the stoic body language, to the no-brass-tax attitude. At times, I
forgot it was Mirren on screen and I could swear she was one of my Germanic
relatives. She certainly did her homework to nail this role. Ryan Reynolds, as
Altmann's relative and lawyer Randol Schoenburg, also does a fine job. I wonder
if people get how well-rounded Reynolds is as an actor. Since his resumption of
action star status, Reynolds has been taking popular roles in lieu of meatier
parts. He's not a one trick pony -- so it was a nice change of pace to see him
in this film. </span></span></div>
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<b>elizabeth: </b>I concur. Mirren’s steely determination and
Reynolds’ evolution from money seeking lawyer to seeking justice for one
older <span class="il">woman</span> who longed to have back what was rightly her family’s, is
inspiring. If Monument Men did not get you stirred up about man’s humanity
against man, then I suggest <span class="il">Woman</span> in <span class="il">Gold</span> just might make you angry. Angry
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<b>Nicole: </b>This is an important movie that reveals in great detail the other forms
of atrocity the holocaust wreaked on is victims. Year after year, pillaged
works of art resurface. Each one has their own story. Unfortunately, not every
story has the fortunate resolution of <span class="il">Woman</span> in <span class="il">Gold</span>. But, with each masterpiece
that is returned to its rightful owners, the world gains back a little of its
stolen humanity. </span></span><br />
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<br />elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-61040981305432338512015-03-24T16:29:00.003-04:002015-03-24T16:29:33.979-04:00The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. 2015. Rated PG. Starring Maggie Smith, Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Dev Patel, Richard Gere. Directed by John Madden.</b><br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><i> </i>When last we left Muriel (Maggie Smith) and Sonny (Dev Patel), they'd found a way to keep their joint business venture The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, a long-term inn where ex-pats choose to live out their golden years, in business. The sequel reunites us, not long after the last film concluded, with all of the familiar faces...and some unnecessary new ones (I'm looking at you Richard Gere).<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> I loved this cast, but I would like to take them and drop them into another movie that does not resemble <i>The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.</i> I was quite content and amused by Movie #1, but someone forgot to write a storyline that would resonate with the audience. I love Dev Patel’s energy and was a tad annoyed with Bill Nighy and Judi Dench’s pathetic dance (grab her and kiss her NOW!) and it hurts to say anything that is not positive about Dench and Nighy.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>My fear with doing any more sequels of this movie is that all the actors will have been killed off. Except for Richard Gere.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>You are too kind. I think I am going to watch Chucky’s 300 – the great grandchildren go to the moon to kill the cast from <i>The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.</i><br />
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elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-39377862048339215322015-03-24T16:11:00.001-04:002015-03-24T16:11:43.105-04:00The Rewrite<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>The Film Fatales realize <i>The Rewrite</i> could use a rewrite. </b></span><br />
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<b>The Rewrite. 2014. Starring Hugh Grant, Marisa Tomei, J.K. Simmons, Chris Eliot, Allison Janney. Written and directed by Marc Lawrence. In theaters & On Demand.</b><br />
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<b>Nicole: </b>Great cast, huh? Shame none of the characters played by this terrific cast were developed well enough to do their acting skills any justice. But, wait... I'm getting ahead of myself. <i>The Rewrite </i>comes to us from the same creative team responsible for <i>Music and Lyrics </i>and <i>Two Weeks Notice</i>, both of which not-so-coincidentally star Hugh Grant. Grant is anything if not loyal to his director friends, and most of the time it serves him well. Unfortunately, it didn't this time.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>I was hoping we were going to have a <i>Four Weddings and a Funeral </i>or<i> Love Actually </i>movie for 2015. But no. I don’t want to write too much about this movie because it seems the writer did not want to write a screenplay that could bring Hugh Grant and Marisa Tomei together in a humorous romp. So boring.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>You are being too kind. At 54, Grant should lose that adorable bumbling delivery of his 20s and 30s and had given us an actor with range which I think he is quite capable of doing. I just wonder if all of these actors needed to experience a month in Binghamton, NY. I see no other reason for this film.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> I dunno. I still have a soft spot for his type of characters. Let's face it... I will watch almost anything with Hugh Grant, because I'm shallow. Hey, at least I admit it. He ticks all the boxes in my book. But, he was not enough to turn this into a great film. Ultimately, the problem with <i>The Rewrite </i>is rather ironic...in that it's in dire need of a "rewrite." It meant well, and it could have been something special with a bit more effort. Still, it's not entirely unwatchable. It's pleasant enough--just don't expect to be bowled over<b>.</b><br />
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<b>Kingsman. 2015. Rated R. Starring Colin Firth, Mark Strong, Michael Caine, Samuel L. Jackson (blink and you'll miss him, Jack Davenport). </b><br />
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<b>Nicole: </b>I do love a spy movie. I also love British movies. Combine the two, and I'm in heaven. That's why I'm so surprised that I have very mixed feelings about <i>Kingsman</i>...a film I've been anxiously waiting to see since I heard about pre-production. I mean, come on... British Secret Service, Colin Firth as a suave spy, bad-ass villain Samuel L. Jackson and a host of super-cool gadgets? How could it possibly go wrong? Well, it doesn't go all wrong, just 1/4 wrong. But, it's a pretty strong 1/4 in my book.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>I am not a big spy fan because I feel my pea-sized brain can’t take it all in. Plus, I feel they are made for men. Some of the sexist stuff that goes on in this type of movie sets my feminist hair on fire. But I was convinced to go see <i>Kingsmen</i> because Mr. Colin Firth was draped in a Saville Row pin stripped suit. A modern day Mr. Darcy who has knives in the tips of his shoes.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> Let's discuss what's right about about <i>Kingsman</i>...and there's a lot. First, the casting. This was a dream-worthy cast... Colin Firth, who is impeccable as the lead "Harry, aka Galahad" spy of the Kingsman -- a level of the British Secret Service so secret most people don't know or believe it exists. Kingsman is led by Arthur (Michael Caine. Let's face it, you simply cannot have a movie without Michael Caine. It's one of the Ten Commandments). Also on hand are tech guru Merlin (Mark Strong--wonderful in this role) and Lancelot (Jack Davenport), whose untimely death sets the Kingsman on the hunt for his killer and the search for his replacement at the "round table." The new recruits, led by newcomer Taron Egerton, are run through the paces to test their skills and abilities to pass muster as a future Kingsman worthy of replacing Lancelot. And, eventually, they end up embroiled in the hunt for baddie Samuel L. Jackson (often amusing), who has a taste for murder yet can't stand the sight of blood. The cast is stellar. No complaints. Moving on.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>It pains me, but I agree about the casting. But there was only one strong female role and she was quite naughty. Sofia Boutella’s Gazelle had a way with cutlery that I have never seen before. Mark Hamill is unrecognizable as Professor Arnold. Samuel L. Jackson was slightly amusing, but he does something in the movie that I never want to see again in my life. Mark Strong. who I mistook for actor Stanley Tucci, keeps the movie moving. He was also quite good in <i>The Imitation Game</i>, so I think I need to see what other movies he has done. And, Colin Firth can do no wrong.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> No, he cannot. The choice of music for certain scenes was totally ingenious. Visually, this is a fabulous looking movie... From set direction, to wardrobe, to styling, to visual effects (even if the last few scenes are heavy handed and a tad ridiculous)--it's all good. It's a fun romp with a sense of humor...but, on that point is where one of the first flaws occurs, in my opinion. With a movie of this nature, the filmmaker needed to make a decision...is this going to be a humorous parody? Or, is this going to be a kick-ass, effects-laden action movie? There was a bit of an identity crisis going on here. Some of the jokes fell flat in the face of gratuitous violence. In their defense, I get what they were trying to do based off the comics. I just just think it could have been more palatable without some scenes that crossed the line (namely the church scene and some of the final scenes). Also, some of the jokes were cheap and corny (I'm looking at you, Princess Tilde). Look, I'm no stranger to gross-out parodies of genre films (<i>Shaun of the Dead</i> is among my favorites), but perhaps I went in with expectations that were too high and I left a little let down.<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> I was thinking it was going to be a funny romp into the world of secret service, but why the hell the director had to mix it up with some really revolting violence is beyond me. You lost me forever. The storyline was on acid and not the good kind. Some of the last scenes were beyond asinine and director Matthew Vaughn should have to spend five minutes with Gazelle. That will teach him.<br />
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<b>Nicole: </b>What I loved about this movie, I really loved. What I disliked, I really disliked. That is a shame...because it's holding me back from counting this among some of the best films I've seen. And dammit, if that ain't a real pain in my arse.<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> The only thing I loved about this movie was how Colin looked in a well-made pair of trousers. He can walk away from me anytime.<br />
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<br />elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-21104972703707693772015-02-08T19:19:00.000-05:002015-02-08T19:19:43.489-05:00The Film Fatales' Oscar Picks: 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>It's...yawn...Oscar time...yawn. Welcome to the most boring and tedious yet of award seasons. With a decidedly lackluster cast of nominees, this is bound to be the longest ceremony in history. The sheer lack of diversity is probably what pisses us off the most, but we won't turn this into a grandstand (or maybe we will). In any case, here are our picks for the 2015 Academy Awards. With very few exceptions to mention, let's hope 2016 offers us much better options. </i><br />
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Steve Carell, "Foxcatcher"<br />
Bradley Cooper, "American Sniper"<br />
Benedict Cumberbatch, "The Imitation Game"<br />
Michael Keaton, "Birdman"<br />
Eddie Redmayne, "The Theory of Everything"<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><br />
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<li>Who should win? David Oyelowo -- Oh, I'm sorry...he wasn't nominated by a clearly color-blind Academy. Yea, I said it... and I'd say it again. Of the available choices, Benedict Cumberbatch or Eddie Redmayne should, but won't, win.</li>
<li>Who will win? Michael Keaton.</li>
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<li>Who should win? There is only one choice if you ask me and you just did. It’s Eddie Redmayne’s performance from <i>The Theory of Everything</i>. His performance is right up there with Daniel Day Lewis’ role in the 1989 film <i>My Left Foot</i>. Actors (and actresses for that matter) who can convey so much with a simple eye movement or a small smile rule in my book. I am just glad that I was around to see both performances.</li>
<li>Who will win? You really want to ask me again?</li>
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Marion Cotillard, "Two Days, One Night"<br />
Felicity Jones, "The Theory of Everything"<br />
Julianne Moore, "Still Alice"<br />
Rosamund Pike, "Gone Girl"<br />
Reese Witherspoon, "Wild"<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><br />
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<li>Who will win and who should win? Julianne Moore. Enough with Reese already. Yawn.</li>
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<li>Who will win? That would be Julianne Moore. I plan on not seeing that movie even though the book was so compelling. And what has Reese Witherspoon ever done to you? </li>
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Robert Duvall, "The Judge"<br />
Ethan Hawke, "Boyhood"<br />
Edward Norton, "Birdman"<br />
Mark Ruffalo, "Foxcatcher"<br />
J.K. Simmons, "Whiplash"<br />
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⦁ Who should win? Ed Norton or Mark Ruffalo. <br />
⦁ Who will win? It's between Simmons and Hawke. </blockquote>
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<li>Who should win? Who cares? Okay, I can’t give it to Mark Ruffalo because I like him in hot roles like <i>Begin Again</i>, which was just a great movie. </li>
<li>Who will win? J.K. Simmons to take the Oscar because I find him very believable in his Farmers’ Insurance commercials.</li>
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Patricia Arquette, "Boyhood"<br />
Laura Dern, "Wild"<br />
Keira Knightley, "The Imitation Game"<br />
Emma Stone, "Birdman"<br />
Meryl Streep, "Into the Woods"<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><br />
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<li>Who should win? No one. This is a crapshoot. Look, I love Meryl, but she doesn't deserve it for <i>Into the Woods</i>. And, frankly, I don't care if Arquette was terrific in <i>Boyhood</i> -- she's one-dimensional and her performances are generally as exciting as watching paint dry. Dern -- meh. Knightley should have been nominated for <i>Begin Again</i> instead, but the Academy doesn't nominate feel-good films. And, Emma... well. Not for this, but soon and often.</li>
<li>Who will win? Arquette.</li>
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<li>Who will and should win? I agree about Keira Knightley in <i>Begin Again</i>, so I would vote for her since she covered two roles in 2014 that were quite different and she gave terrific performances in both. </li>
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Alejandro González Iñárritu, "Birdman"<br />
Richard Linklater, "Boyhood"<br />
Bennett Miller, "Foxcatcher"<br />
Wes Anderson, "The Grand Budapest Hotel"<br />
Morten Tyldum, "The Imitation Game"<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><br />
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<li>Who should win? Wes Anderson. Because he's quirky and shit.</li>
<li>Who will win? Inarritu...because he out-quirkied the King of Quirky, Wes Anderson. Oh, and the Academy loves daring and experimental shit, like 15-minute long takes.</li>
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<b>elizabeth:</b><br />
<br />Just give it to all of them. Why not make everyone happy?<br />
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"American Sniper"<br />
"Birdman"<br />
"Boyhood"<br />
"The Grand Budapest Hotel"<br />
"The Imitation Game"<br />
"Selma"<br />
"The Theory of Everything"<br />
"Whiplash"<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b><br />
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<li>What should win? <i>SELMA</i>!!! Dammit. <i>Selma </i>should win. Good God, is this thing on? </li>
<li>What will win? It's gonna be <i>Birdman, </i>isn't it? I may not even watch this Oscar ceremony. Honestly. </li>
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<li>What should win? <i>The Theory of Everything. Selma</i> was fabulous, but playing with history does not sit well with me. It could have been as compelling with showing that LBJ was on board with the Voting Rights Act. Young people should know that.</li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wes Anderson</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Grand Budapest Hotel</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">James Marsh</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Theory Of Everything</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Richard Linklater</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i> Boyhood </i><b>| Elizabeth's Pick</b></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Damien Chazelle</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Whiplash</em></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><br><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><strong>RISING STAR</strong></span></span></span><br>
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Gugu Mbatha-Raw </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>| <b><span style="color: purple;">Nicole's Pick </span></b></em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jack O’Connell</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Shailene Woodley<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b> | Elizabeth's Pick</b></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Margot Robbie</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Miles Teller</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><br><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><strong>FILM</strong></span></span></span><br>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>The Grand Budapest Hotel</em> Wes Anderson, Scott Rudin, Steven Rales, Jeremy Dawson</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>The Theory Of Everything</em> Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Lisa Bruce, Anthony Mccarten <b>| Elizabeth's Pick</b></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>Birdman</em> Alejandro G. IñáRritu, John Lesher, James W. Skotchdopole </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>| <b><span style="color: purple;">Nicole's Pick </span></b></em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>The Imitation Game</em> Nora Grossman, Ido Ostrowsky, Teddy Schwarzman</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>Boyhood</em> Richard Linklater, Cathleen Sutherland</span></span></li>
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Eddie Redmayne</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Theory Of Everything </em></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>| </i><span style="color: purple;"><i style="font-weight: bold;">Nicole's Pick & </i><b>Elizabeth's Pick</b><i style="font-weight: bold;"> </i></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ralph Fiennes</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Grand Budapest Hotel</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Benedict Cumberbatch</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Imitation Game</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jake Gyllenhaal</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Nightcrawler</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michael Keaton</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Birdman</em></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><strong> </strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em><b><span style="color: purple;"></span></b></em></span></span></li>
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Felicity Jones</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Theory Of Everything </em></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>| <b><span style="color: purple;">Nicole's Pick </span></b></em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Julianne Moore</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i> Still Alice</i><b> | Elizabeth's Pick</b></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Reese Witherspoon</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Wild</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Amy Adams</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Big Eyes</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rosamund Pike</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Gone Girl</em></span></span></li>
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J.K. Simmons</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i> Whiplash</i><b> | Elizabeth's Pick</b><i> </i></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mark Ruffalo</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Foxcatcher</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Steve Carell</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Foxcatcher</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Edward Norton</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Birdman</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ethan Hawke <i>Boyhood</i></span></span><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><strong> </strong></i><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>| <b><span style="color: purple;">Nicole's Pick </span></b></em></span></span></li>
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Keira Knightley</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> The Imitation Game </em></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>| <b><span style="color: purple;">Nicole's Pick </span></b></em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Imelda Staunton</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Pride</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Emma Stone</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Birdman</em></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Patricia Arquette</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Boyhood </em><b>| Elizabeth's Pick</b></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rene Russo</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em> Nightcrawler</em></span></span></li>
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elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-23539512977623894492015-02-03T19:50:00.001-05:002015-02-03T19:50:37.292-05:00SELMA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Film Fatales wonder why, nearly fifty years later, the more things change, the more things stay the same...</span></span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Selma. 2014. Rated PG-13. 128 Minutes. Starring David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Tim Roth, Common, Giovanni Ribisi, Oprah Winfrey, Niecy Nash, Lorraine Toussaint. Directed by Ava DuVernay.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>A chronicle of Martin Luther King's campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. [IMDb]</i></span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> 1965. 2015. With recent events in Ferguson and Staten Island...one could say not all that much has changed in fifty years time. But, I must be careful in painting this picture with such a broad brush. For, in doing so, I dilute Dr. King's message...his hard work...his legacy. Still, I wonder what he would make of today's headlines after so many years of progress: one step forward, two steps back. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>elizabeth: </b> I think this country’s collective soul has to rise each day and ask how can they make the lives of all the people who live here better. I think that was the essence of Dr. King. Knock us down. We shall rise again. I think what resonated most with me is that we lost Martin Luther King decades too soon. Like an artist, he was not done with his masterpiece. If you were brought up with a B&W TV, you saw what was going on in this country in the South. You saw men and women being beaten and hosed, you saw the body of a young boy who whistled at a pretty girl and you heard the cries of the families whose little girls went to church but never came home. It was a very scary time in this country, but we had the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. leading us out of the darkness.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Nicole: </b><i>Selma </i>begins with MLK receiving the Nobel Peace Prize juxtaposed with the horrific church bombing that took the lives of several black children. MLK may have won the prize for peace, but came home to an America that was anything but peaceful. <i>Selma </i>depicts King's efforts to make change in the blockage of black voter registration in a small Alabama town. A series of small civil disobedience measures lead to an eventually successful march from Selma to Montgomery, the seat of hate manger George Wallace's governance. It is a chilling retelling of one of the most important civil rights movements in American history. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>elizabeth: </b>Two things haunted me while I watched <i>Selma</i>. The first thing was that I was ashamed to be white. I know I didn’t do anything to the people of Selma, but my race was so repugnant in their behavior to people who just wanted to live their lives and raise their families. I was ashamed. The second thing was the creative telling of the relationship between King and LBJ. I know it made for more tension (like living in Selma and surroundings areas weren’t stressful enough), but Lyndon Johnson was on board for the Voting Rights Act and he worked to see it pass. An opportunity was lost to show two powerful men; one black, one white, coming together to foster change. I love the idea that corporations are paying for kids to see this very important movie, but they will grow up believing a Hollywood distortion.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Nicole:</b> Personally, I'm no fan of President Johnson. He deserves credit for passing the Voting Rights Act (which they reference in the film) and for making an impassioned speech that helped progress the Civil Rights Movement, but he was a horrible and notorious bigot who played politics to his own advantage. He was no Kennedy; that's for sure. Regarding the performances, Oyelowo is remarkable as Dr. King. Not a trace of his English accent can be detected. His cadence and delivery is so very like King's, it's a wonder he didn't snag an Oscar nomination...a tremendous oversight on the part of the Academy. So, too is Ejogo's performance as Coretta Scott King captivating. At times, her likeness was so uncanny, it was jarring. Hers was a tempered, quiet, yet strong portrayal that deserved recognition. I'm really perplexed by the decisions made this year. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>elizabeth:</b> Who cares who gets nominated for an Oscar? Okay, I do. But, we make it seem that a performance is diminished because of a bunch of old white men who voted for the nominations. Let’s just be glad that Oyelowo and Ejogo brought the Kings to life on the screen. I want to thank David Oyelowo for bringing Dr. King to all who see this movie. I want kids to want to be like this man of quiet courage. I want them to work for peace and equality. Screw the Oscars.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Nicole: </b>This movie is required viewing... As a people, we seem doomed to repeat history. Perhaps the more we educate ourselves, the less complacent we will become...and just maybe refuse to make the same mistakes. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>elizabeth:</b> Maybe if we stop killing the peacemakers we can talk about real change.</span></span><br />
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<br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span>elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-72817875879646393982015-01-18T18:08:00.002-05:002015-01-18T18:08:48.485-05:00The Imitation Game<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>The Film Fatales watch Cumberbatch CumberCrack code. </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The Imitation Game. 2014. 114 Minutes. Rated R. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Kiera Knightley, Mark Strong, and Matthew Goode. Directed by Morten Tyldum.</b><br /> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #20124d;">Nominated for 8 Oscars, including Best Actor and Best Film. </span></b><br /> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>During World War II, mathematician Alan Turing tries to crack the enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians. [IMDb]</i></span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> Life is sometimes not fair. Oh, who the hell am I kidding? Life is "often" not fair. And so it can be said of Alan Turing's life. That name should resonate as one of the most important names in modern history; unfortunately, it doesn't. But perhaps all that is changing, what with celebrated biographies; not one, but two recent films; and a posthumous pardoning by Queen Elizabeth in 2013, it's been brought to the forefront just how brilliant a mathematician Turing was and how very much our society owes him on so many levels. But, I'm getting ahead of myself.<br /> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth: </b> I have to say that I did not know anything about Alan Turing and his life because of one word: Math. But once I started to read more about his life and the absolutely horrific behavior of others upon him, it got my attention and I wanted to see this movie. (Plus, Nicole was bugging me to go see her boyfriend play the role of Alan Turning.)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>Well, don't I have to sit through your boyfriend, Robert Redford's, movies? It's only fair. The Imitation Game centers primarily on the era of Alan Turing's life during which he built the machine that would eventually break the Nazi enigma code, thus ending WWII approximately two years earlier than anticipated. His genius was such that his magnificent invention and the execution of it remained top secret until fifty years after the war. And, so, Turing lived in relative obscurity for the remainder of his life until some nosy detective unwittingly uncovered details about Turing's private life. It may shock some of you to know that not very long ago people in the UK and other Western countries were put in prison or sentenced to mandatory chemical castration for acts of homosexuality, but that, in fact, is a very sad truth about our collective Western history. Such was Turing's fate. As a thank you for his service to his country, and the entire world ... not to mention developing what would become the computer... he was subjected to insane amounts of estrogen injections. He tolerated two years of this horrible sentence before he committed suicide. That's not a spoiler, btw. It's history. <br /> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> It is very hard to write my review of this movie without getting a tad political. WTH? I think more people than not knew about the castration and the injections; people just didn’t care and as Dickens put it (more or less) it decreased the surplus population. No matter how brilliant this man was, they could not get over his personal choices. Like it was their business. Okay, back to the movie. Director Morten Tyldum put together an amazing cast of actors who brought you back in time to WWII. I think Kiera Knightley is in it for the long run and I, for one, can’t wait to see how she develops as an actress. Benedict Cumberbatch blew me away with his turn on Turing. His eyes spoke volumes and the pain he felt from feeling on the outside and the fear of being “found out” made me exhausted from knowing how this movie was going to turn out. The injustice of it all felt like a strong slap across my face.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> I could not agree more. Turing is brilliantly portrayed by the incredible Cumberbatch, who could sit on a folding chair on a blank set, read the phone book out loud...and audiences would be riveted. He is, by far, one of this generation's most talented actors. And, therefore, justly deserves all the accolades he's receiving for this role. (The Oscar will likely go to Eddie Redmayne for his portrayal of another brilliant scientist, Stephen Hawking, in The Theory of Everything. But, mark my words...Cumberbatch's day will come.) If Turing could see this performance, and I'd like to think he can, he would greatly approve. And, I hope, it's some small recompense for the dishonor we treated him to while he lived.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> I don’t think Benedict Cumberbatch has to worry about his day coming. It has. A statue of Oscar will not make his work better. It is already almost too good. And I applaud the man, Cumberbatch, who felt that the life of Alan Turning needed to be told and that he would talk to anyone about Turing so that praise and recognition will come to the man who made it possible for us to write our reviews on a computer.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole: </b>Lastly, I will say it was nice to sit beside Cassidy and share some tears as the credits rolled. It reminded me that she sometimes does have a human heart, despite all previous claims. (Cue sassy comeback in one...two...)<br /> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> Yes, I do have a human heart. It is in the refrigerator. <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Film Fatales Up the Ante and Bet it All on Gold</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><i>It's the first major awards show to usher in Awards season...and it sets the precedent for the Oscars. So, what do this year's Golden Globes have in store? The Film Fatales offer you their best guess as to who will take home the gold. </i><br /> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Motion Picture – Drama</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Boyhood”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Foxcatcher”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">“The Imitation Game”</span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Selma”</span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">“The Theory of Everything”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jennifer Aniston, “Cake”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Felicity Jones, “The Theory of Everything”</span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Julianne Moore, “Still Alice”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rosamund Pike, “Gone Girl”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Reese Witherspoon, “Wild”</span><b> </b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span></span><br />
<br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"></span></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Steve Carell, “Foxcatcher”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Benedict Cumberbatch, “The Imitation Game”</span> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Nicole</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jake Gyllenhaal, “Nightcrawler”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">David Oyelowo, “Selma”</span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eddie Redmayne, “The Theory of Everything”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Picture — Comedy or Musical</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">“Birdman” </span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span><b>, move over... --</b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“The Grand Budapest Hotel”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Into the Woods”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Pride”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“St. Vincent”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Comedy or Musical</b></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Amy Adams, “Big Eyes”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Emily Blunt, “Into the Woods”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Helen Mirren, “The Hundred-Foot Journey”</span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span>. <b>This is annoying. --<span style="color: #cc0000;">elizabeth</span></b><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Julianne Moore, “Maps to the Stars”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Quvenzhané Wallis, “Annie”</span><br />
<br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Comedy or Musical</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ralph Fiennes, “The Grand Budapest Hotel”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Michael Keaton, “Birdman” </span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bill Murray, “St. Vincent”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;">Joaquin Phoenix, “Inherent Vice”</span> </span><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">elizabeth</span></b><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Christoph Waltz, “Big Eyes”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Patricia Arquette, “Boyhood”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jessica Chastain, “A Most Violent Year”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Keira Knightley, “The Imitation Game”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Emma Stone, “Birdman”</span> <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Nicole</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Meryl Streep, “Into the Woods”</span><br />
<br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Robert Duvall, “The Judge”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ethan Hawke, “Boyhood”</span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Edward Norton, “Birdman”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Mark Ruffalo, “Foxcatcher”</span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">J.K. Simmons, “Whiplash”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Director — Motion Picture</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Wes Anderson, “The Grand Budapest Hotel”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Ava DuVernay, “Selma” </span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">David Fincher, “Gone Girl”</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Alejandro González Iñárritu, “Birdman”</span><br /><span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Richard Linklater, “Boyhood”</span></span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Best Screenplay – Motion Picture</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">“The Grand Budapest Hotel,” by Wes Anderson</span> <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Nicole</b></span></span>. <b>Three times' a charm. </b>--<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>elizabeth</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Birdman,” by Alejandro González Iñárritu, Nicolás Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris and Armando Bo</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“Boyhood,” by Richard Linklater</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">“The Imitation Game,” by Graham Moore</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span>elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-20632258668178915372015-01-07T18:58:00.001-05:002015-01-07T18:59:53.009-05:00THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000;">The Film Fatales consider that there is indeed a theory of everything.</span><br /> </b><br />
<b>The Theory of Everything. 2014. PG-13. 123 minutes. Starring Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones. Directed by James Marsh.</b><br />
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<i>A look at the relationship between the famous physicist Stephen Hawking and his wife. [IMDb]</i></blockquote>
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<b>Nicole:</b> In our daily lives, we tend to toss around the word "genius" with frequency...so often, in fact, it tends to lose its true value and meaning. So few people truly deserve the moniker "genius." Stephen Hawking, however, is one who lives up to the definition. That's why I was anxious that's why I was anxious to see The Theory of Everything, as it offers us a glimpse into the private world and mind of a brilliant man.<br />
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<b>elizabeth: </b>To me, it sounded like a movie that went beyond equations and science and all that stuff that I will never ever understand even if Hawking was to spell it out to me. What got my attention was the love story between a man and a woman who were about to be dealt such devastating news and yet they were not deterred by it. They built a life together. A great message for all who cower in the corner because their computer is running slow.<br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> Eddie Redmayne literally becomes Hawking. And, the transformation is mesmerizing, if difficult to watch. It's a truly remarkable performance, both physically and artistically. And, Felicity Jones, as Jane, is also strong -- though in a completely different way. The two actors are well matched for the journey they must portray and they do so deftly and with elegance.<br />
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<b>eizabeth: </b>They were a modern day Tracy and Hepburn. Eddie Redmayne’s performance was flawless. You felt the subtle changes in his body and his eyes brought to life the soul of Stephen Hawking. It was just flawless. Who needs words when an actor can show every motion with just a look or a small smile? Jane’s role played by Felicity Jones was awe inspiring. I am so glad the director let her make Jane as the strong and protective wife of Stephen – she was a force to contend with. Jane handed Stephen his life back and the two did an amazing job in the years that they were married. I was all teary eyed and I am a tad surprised that Nicole did not announce that. I think she called me a “big baby.” Am not.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Nicole:</b> I did. I did indeed say it. It was payback for every time you said it to me -- especially during <i>The Fault in Our Stars</i> (still not over that movie, btw.) I wish only that this film contained a bit more science, but I can forgive the lack thereof for the sake of telling Hawking's little-known early life. Through this movie, he becomes a person -- instead of the icon we revere with such esteem. We see him as he becomes the man we know today -- the man who exceeded everyone's expectations on so many levels.<br />
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<b>elizabeth:</b> I would have zoned out if they did any more science in the movie. I think what they had was just enough to hold the viewer’s attention. I knew I was watching brilliant scientists, but I loved the story of the human beings so much more. I agree that Stephen Hawking is a man who loves and feels and did not give into his limitations. He rose above them all. Well done.<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b> </b></span><br />
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<br />elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-2195822122317395672015-01-05T19:16:00.001-05:002015-01-05T19:16:08.468-05:00THE INTERVIEW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>The Film Fatales take part in one of the worst interviews of their lives.</b></span><br />
<b><br />The Interview. 2014. Rated R. 112 very long minutes. Starring Seth Rogan and James Franco. Directed by Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogan (because this masterpiece took not one, but two, people to direct). </b><br />
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Dave Skylark and producer Aaron Rapoport run the celebrity tabloid show "Skylark Tonight." When they land an interview with a surprise fan, North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un, they are recruited by the CIA to turn their trip to Pyongyang into an assassination mission. [IMDb]</blockquote>
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Nicole: Cassidy, I want to get this out of the way and apologize profusely for suggesting we see this movie. I figured with all of the press it's been getting, it would be a good film for us to comment on. After having watched it, I'd rather forget all about it and make believe it never happened, but...here we are. Obligated to share our thoughts. I think I'll let you go first. <br />
<br />elizabeth: Truth be told, I did not sit through this POS to the end. As a woman, I was so insulted and I kept thinking while my disgust over the dialogue grew and grew and boiled over – could this be the movie that would cause us to be attacked again? Were people going to go to the movies and not come home? I get that there was major media hype going on over that knucklehead leader of North Korea and this movie’s theme, but when you live around 30 miles from where the Twin Towers went down, you might be a little hyper sensitive. What the hell were the writers thinking? My only hope is that their mothers will wash their brains out with soap.<br />
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<br />Nicole: Unless everyone's been living under a rock, they know this is the movie North Korea got their pants all in a twist over. Why? Because the plot involves the CIA convincing an entertainment TV personality and his producer to "take out" Kim Jong Un during a live interview. Having sat through this crapfest, it astounds me that North Korea seriously thinks Seth Rogan and James Franco are legitimately threatening their leader's safety. Those two are too stoned half of the time to leave their apartments, never mind start a coup. What all this hoopla did accomplish was to turn a movie that probably would have only seen middling success into a successful box office venture. <br />
<br />elizabeth: Being a leader of a country does not mean you're a Rhodes Scholar. Look at our country’s choices. But none of them were mad men like Kim Jong Un. I think. Even if they changed the name of the leader and country, this is still one of the worse movies I have ever not watched to the end. So now I can say that I saw a movie for young boys whose testicles have not dropped yet.<br />
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Nicole: Look, I'm not averse to a crude joke or potty humor. I enjoy sophomoric humor on occasion. What I am averse to is a script that relies so heavily on crude humor and potty jokes because it's easy. Franco and Rogan need to go back to the school of Apatow and audit a few more classes before they make another movie. But, considering how much publicity this film has garnered, I'm sure we will be seeing another of their collaborations sooner than you can say "poop." <br />
<br />elizabeth: Oh crap. Say it ain’t so.<b><span style="color: #cc0000;"> </span></b><br />
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elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-41728591553040119402014-12-14T19:40:00.001-05:002014-12-14T19:58:00.715-05:00THE HOBBIT: THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies. 2014. 144 minutes. Starring Martin
Freeman, Ian McKellan, Richard Armitage, Orlando Bloom, Lee Pace, Luke Evans,
Evangeline Lily, Stephen Fry, Benedict Cumberbatch, Cate Blanchett, Hugo
Weaving, Christopher Lee, Manu Bennett, Aidan Turner, Dean O'Gorman. Directed
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<b>Nicole: </b>Well, it is true that all journeys must come to an end...and so must it
be with the final installment of <i>The Hobbit</i> trilogy. Peter Jackson's epic trek
through J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-Earth has taken 17 years to complete (yes, you
read that right), and thanks to his vision and dedication fans and film buffs
now have six movies that stand together as the ultimate love letter to Tolkien
geeks and devotees everywhere. This self-described geek was lucky enough
to attend an advance screening in NYC of <i>The Battle of the Five Armies</i> thanks
to the <a href="http://herocomplex.latimes.com/tag/the-hobbit/" target="_blank">LA Times HeroComplex </a>event planners. The screening included a post-film
Q&A with stars Richard Armitage and Lee Pace, who graciously and kindly answered
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<b>elizabeth: </b> I felt my heart just break ever so …who am I
kidding? So the tale of the little men with big ears is over? Why don’t you all
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<b>Nicole:</b> Ignoring you. I'm still trying to assess what I feel about this last film in the
series, so I will try my best to express my thoughts without revealing too many
spoilers. The film picks up right where <i>The Desolation of Smaug</i> left off, with
Smaug wreaking havoc on Lake-town and the Erebor dwarves searching for the
Arkenstone. Their leader, Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage), has succumbed
to the dragon sickness, which spurns his blood lust for wealth, greed and
hatred. Galadriel (Cate Blanchett), Elrond (Hugo Weaving) and Saruman
(Christopher Lee) defend Gandalf (Ian McKellan) against the Necromancer (aka
Sauron) at Dol Guldur. The Mirkwood elves, led by Thrandruil (Lee Pace), learn
of the dwarves' success in taking back the Lonely Mountain and arrive in Erebor
to reclaim the treasure that was taken from them generations prior. And, let's
not forget, that an army of vicious Orcs, led by Azog (Manu Bennett) are
preparing to end the line of Durin and take over Middle-Earth. Still with me?
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<b>elizabeth:</b> I have an appointment with my doctor <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1215423242" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">tomorrow</span></span>. I
have all the symptoms of that dragon sickness. Damnit, I just lost another
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<b>Nicole:</b> I knew you had something; I just couldn't put my finger on it. While the name of the movie is <i>The Hobbit</i>, this installment very much
belongs to one character: Thorin Oakenshield (played to perfection by Armitage
-- if Viggo Mortensen managed to snag an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of
Aragorn in <i>The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King</i>, I see no reason why
Armitage shouldn't receive the same accolades. His performance was equally
strong, and even more wrought with emotion). Martin Freeman's Bilbo, however,
still does steal many a scene with his display of loyalty and bravery -- not to
mention his endearing mannerisms. Luke Evans' Bard is also strong, rising from
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<b>elizabeth: </b> I just saw Martin Freeman <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1215423243" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">on <i>Saturday</i></span></span><i> Night Live</i>. I have been under the false impression that those were his real ears. </div>
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<b>Nicole:</b> *rolling eyes* In many ways, <i>The Battle of the Five Armies</i> is reminiscent of <i>The Two
Towers</i>. I had some flashbacks, in a good way, to Helm's Deep. But in no way is
this film derivative. Alluding to its title, you can guess this movie is mostly
about war. This film contains a sequence of battle scenes that lasts 45
minutes. Lest that scare anyone away, Jackson cleverly handles the staging of
the battles by focusing on the main characters, switching between locations and
introducing eye-popping visuals. Believe me, you won't be bored and it won't
seem like, pardon the pun, overkill. And, while the conclusion is highly
emotional, it's both fitting and satisfying. </div>
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<b>elizabeth:</b> Did you see bright colors and have the sensation
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<b>Nicole:</b> No, but I saw <i>BOFTA </i>in IMAX 3D, which I normally shy away from -- as I have a
tendency to vomit from 3D-induced motion sickness (thanks James Cameron...I'm
still waiting for my <i>Avatar</i> refund). A movie of this scope is incredible in SD,
much less in IMAX 3D: Jackson's Weta team outdid themselves on the digital
effects, as well as the standard special effects. It's utterly immersive and
all-encompassing; rich with so much detail you won't want to blink. </div>
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<b>elizabeth: </b>Might I make a suggestion? If you suffer from
motion sickness then maybe request that Jackson’s next movie have a cast of
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<b>Nicole:</b> He's been there and done that. Ultimately, though, it's about the story and bringing it to a
justifiable end. Purists will argue about the focus given to non-<i>Hobbit</i>
characters like Legolas (Orlando Bloom) and Tauriel (Evangeline Lily), but
Jackson and his writers Philipa Boyens and Fran Walsh handle their inclusion
creatively and with respect to the source material. With respect to Legolas,
his presence ties nicely into <i>The Lord of the Rings</i> trilogy -- which future
generations will watch in the correct sequence. For doubters, just trust
Jackson -- he always has the best intentions. </div>
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<b>elizabeth:</b> What the hell are you talking about? Seriously, I
do think some of the 3D and digital special effects take away from us using our
imagination. Don’t show me everything and please don’t put it in my face. I can
imagine. I do have that power. Take that, Bilbo.<br />
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<b>Nicole: </b>*sigh*<b> </b>I almost don't want to end this post, because it will mean having to
say goodbye to Middle-Earth...and frankly, I'll never be ready to do that.
Instead, I will say adieu and happily await the extended edition of The Battle
of Five Armies on DVD, which will include a rumored extra 30 minutes of screen
time. But, rationally, I know that due to the rights issues over Tolkien's
works, this is very likely the last time Jackson will visit Middle-Earth...so,
allow me a moment to thank him and his wonderful team for giving us a glimpse
into a world that we'd never have known but for our own imaginations. And now,
for #onelasttime, I'm off to the Shire for elevensies. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span><span id="goog_1970968977"></span><span id="goog_1970968978"></span>2014. Rated PG. 122 Minutes. Starring<span> </span>Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal,
Charlotte Le Bon.<span> </span>Directed by Lasse
Hallström (<i>Chocolat, What is Eating
Gilbert Grape, Salmon Fishing in Yemen</i>, and a personal favorite of one of
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>elizabeth:</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Sometimes I think movies came to be as purely a form of escape from the
world. Give us two hours and we can transport you to places you might not
otherwise visit. Let us show you strength and resilience in a character or two
and you might leave feeling inspired and also feeling a little silly from
crying and moaning about things that you won’t remember next week or even
tomorrow. End of rant.</span></span></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">There was a lot of hype about <i>The
Hundred-Foot Journey</i> and I would like say that the hype was right on. The
storyline is about the Kadam family from India who leave all behind in search
for a better and safer life in France. One thing they know for sure is that the
elder son, Hassan (played by the oh-so-handsome and charismatic Manish Dayal) inherited
his mother’s gift to create culinary wonders. But then the fun begins in the
form of Helen Mirren’s (<i>The Queen,
Hitchcock, The Debt</i>) uptight and bitchy Madam Mallory. It seems the old
girl has no other life than the restaurant that stands 100 feet from the Maison
Mumbai.</span></span></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><span>Nicole:</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> (I concur regarding Dayal – I suspect he’s going to become quite sought
after. He certainly has the makings of a heartthrob.) This film was a delight
for the eyes, as well as the mind. Set against the loveliest of French
countryside backdrops and intermixed with the culinary arts, you’re sure to
leave in the mood to travel and savor never-tasted cuisine. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">I enjoyed the interplay between Madam Mallory and the Kadam patriarch,
played by Om Puri—as well as the budding, yet complicated, romance between Hassan
and Marguerite (Le Bon). But what was most interesting about this film was the
“journey” taken by Hassan. It ends not where you’d expect it, but you’ll be
pleased by his choice. That’s all I’ll say – I don’t want to spoil it.</span></span></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><span>elizabeth:</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> While I found <i>The Hundred-Foot
Journey</i> to be in the “ charming movie” category, please know that is deals
with great loss and discrimination against people who don’t look like us. But
the characters rise above the enormous hurt and loss and made a new life while
they honored the old. The Kadam family and Madame Mallory showed what was
really important in life -- a good cooked meal and not having to do clean up.
Okay, they teach us that the good life does not end because of pain or loss. And
Madame Mallory will surprise you, but then again, can Helen Mirren do anything
wrong?<span> </span></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>Nicole:</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> No, she cannot. Even if it’s a crappy movie, she redeems it. Not many
actors can do that. </span></span></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>elizabeth:</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> I have the urge to make an omelet.</span></span></span></h1>
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themselves back to the Roaring Twenties to attend a magic show, a séance, and a
French fete with the likes of Mr. Darcy himself, Colin Firth. Join them as they
dish about Woody Allen’s latest, <i>Magic in
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Starring Colin Firth, Emma Stone, </b><span class="itemprop"><b><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none;">Simon McBurney</span></b></span><b>, Marcia Gay
Harden, Jacki Weaver, Eileen Atkins, Hamish Linklater. Written and directed by
Woody Allen.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>A romantic comedy about an Englishman brought
in to help unmask a possible swindle. Personal and professional complications
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elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-49613868612124806902014-09-01T19:13:00.005-04:002014-09-01T19:13:56.300-04:00September DVD & On Demand Releases a la The Film Fatales<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Available on DVD & Blu-Ray September 9th</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>EARLY RELEASE On Demand: Check your local digital cable provider.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER</b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="s3" style="font-weight: bold;">2014. PG-13. 136 minutes. Starring Chris
Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Redford, Cobie
Smulders, </span><span class="s3" style="font-weight: bold;">Anthony Mackie, </span><span class="s3" style="font-weight: bold;">Sebastian Stan. Directed by Anthony Russo, Joe Russo and Joss Whedon.</span></span></span></span></div>
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Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world and battles a
new threat from old history: the Soviet agent known as the Winter
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="s3" style="font-weight: bold;">Nicole:</span><span class="s2"> Oh, </span><span class="s2">man, my Fangirl is in overdrive!</span><span class="s2"> I can’t believe I’m going to say this but </span><span class="s4" style="font-style: italic;">Captain America: The Winter Soldier</span><span class="s2"> was actually better than <i>The Avengers</i></span><span class="s4"><i>.</i></span><span class="s4" style="font-style: italic;"> (No! Did she just…? No, she couldn’t possibly have said it, but – oh, yes – she did.) </span><span class="s2">From the second this sequel starts, you better buckle up – </span><span class="s2">‘</span><span class="s2">cause you’re in for one hell of a ride.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span class="s3" style="font-weight: bold;">elizabeth:</span><span class="s2"> Well, I have never been a fangirl of any of these types</span><span class="s2"> of
movies. I just don’t get them blowing up everything and calling it
acting. Was there any acting or just men in tights (and I am a fangirl
of this look).</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.smittenbybritain.com/words-and-pictures-a-film-review-by-the-film-fatales/" target="_blank"><b>Read the rest of the review at our home across the pond, Smitten by Britain.</b></a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">2013. 111 minutes. Starring: Clive Owen, Juliette Binoche, Bruce Davison, Valerie Tian, Navid Negahban, and Amy Brenneman.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Elizabeth:</b> I got all giddy when I saw the trailer of <i>Words and Pictures</i>.
A movie for adults, starring adults, about adults–who would have
thought it possible? No car chases, nothing blowing up, and just the
right amount of obscenities; I nearly fainted. But I’ve been fooled
before; sucked into thinking this might be a movie that tells a story
about two people not in their twenties, but I’m here to say this movie
was a joy to watch. I was happy to see two imperfect souls make me
believe again.
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> I had my
fair share of great teachers, but I certainly would have enjoyed
counting him among them. I sat thoroughly engrossed by this film. It was
like a truly great symposium led by talented artists. I felt a deep
connection with these characters, mainly with Clive Owen’s Jack Marcus,
because he is a man of words. But Juliette Binoche’s Dina Delsanto
resonated with me as well, because she spoke to the artist who resides
within me. I left the theatre feeling inspired…awakened…and wanting
more.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Available on DVD & Blu-Ray September 16th</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>EARLY RELEASE On Demand: Check your local digital cable provider.</b></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: black;"><b><span>2014. Rated
PG-13. 125 minutes. Starring Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Willen Defoe, and
Laura Dern. </span></b></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><i><span>Hazel and Gus are two teenagers
who share an acerbic wit, a disdain for the conventional, and a love that
sweeps them on a journey. Their relationship is all the more miraculous given
that Hazel's other constant companion is an oxygen tank, Gus jokes about his
prosthetic leg, and they met and fell in love at a cancer support group. [IMDb]</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><b><span><span>Nicole:</span></span></b><span> Elizabeth can attest that for
about 80% of this movie I was a slobbering mess and a distinct displeasure to
be seated next to. After all, I knew this would happen; I couldn’t make it
through the trailer without bawling like a maniac. I was miserable afterward,
too; unable to shake the emotions and my eyes were puffy for a solid day-and-a-half.
That being said, I want to stress that this is a terrific movie, filled with
wonderful performances, which should be seen. Just have plenty of tissues on
hand...and chocolate. You’ll need lots of chocolate. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><b><span><span>elizabeth:</span></span></b><span><b> </b>I have to say that I wanted to
see this movie, but had reservations since it is about two teens and I wondered
if the people involved could make a movie about two teens<span> </span>relevant to all who come to sit in the dark
for over two hours. They did. The storyline is just miserable. It makes you
think about how unfair life is. But then you witness the love of life that
Hazel (Woodley) and Gus (Elgort) have and you realize this is life. It is not
always fair, but we are here for only a blink of the eye, so what would you do
if you knew that life could end before the next sunrise? Most people live like
they have time to do everything – thus the stupid bucket list came to life.
Don’t make a damn list. Just do it. For the record, I did tear up a little. But
I get it – this is life. Life sucks sometimes. Who says we get 80-plus years?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Available on DVD & Blu-Ray September 20th</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>EARLY RELEASE On Demand: Check your local digital cable provider.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>CHEF </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>2014. R. 114 minutes. Starring Jon
Favreau, John Leguizamo, Bobby Cannavale, Sofia Vegara, Scarlett Johansson,
Robert Downey Jr., Dustin Hoffman, Oliver Platt, Emjay Anthony. Written and
Directed by Jon Favreau. </b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><i>A chef who loses his restaurant job starts up
a food truck in an effort to reclaim his creative promise, while piecing back
together his estranged family. (IMDb)</i></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>Nicole:</b>
Every now and then a movie comes along that renews your faith in the art of
storytelling. Chef is one such movie. I can't wait to express my enthusiasm for
this movie. I gotta get it said right now: I loved every second of this
wonderful film. From the originality of the story, to the stellar art
direction, to the ingenious casting, to the toe-tapping, hip-swaying
soundtrack--Chef adds up to one satisfyingly delectable watch.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><b>elizabeth:</b> Look
at this: Every time you start a review, you read my mind about what I am
going to say. Stop it! The day after we saw Chef, I posted that this movie will
make you happy, hungry and you will move your moneymaker. Someone sent me a
note asking if a moneymaker meant one’s butt. Dear Nervous Smile, yes it
does. And this is from someone who just got a new right hip. I couldn’t sit
still. It took my mind off the hunger pangs. If this movie does not get some
Oscar nominations, I will sell off my red carpet gowns. Once I buy them.</span></span></span> </span></span></div>
elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-14176180864617490932014-08-30T17:53:00.000-04:002014-08-30T17:53:06.125-04:00August DVD & On Demand Releases a la The Film Fatales<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Now available on DVD, Blu-Ray & On Demand...</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>SUMMER IN FEBRUARY: <br /><a href="http://www.smittenbybritain.com/film-review-summer-in-february/" target="_blank">Read the entire review at our home across the pond, SMITTEN BY BRITAIN...</a></b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">2013. NR. 100 minutes<strong>. </strong>Starring Dominic Cooper, Dan Stevens and Emily Browning<strong><span style="color: black;">. </span></strong><span style="color: black;">Directed by Christopher Menaul.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>Based on Jonathan Smith’s novel about love and loss among a
bohemian colony of artists, which flourished in the wild coastal region
of Cornwall before the First World War.</em> [Metrodome Distribution]</span></span></blockquote>
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</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Nicole:</strong> I do love a good period piece…unfortunately, not this one. <em>Summer in February</em>
had the potential to be one of those sweeping, moody, gripping period
pieces that draw you in…were it not for its slowly-timed and unorganized
script. The true tale that inspired this film has everything – passion,
love, betrayal, death – and yet, despite all of those elements it
failed to hold my attention.<strong> </strong></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Elizabeth:</strong> I think I was a tad disappointed with the
film until I realized at the end that these characters were not from
someone’s imagination, but that they really existed and impacted each
other’s lives and deaths. I must say I wanted to watch the move all over
again. I think my annoyance would have been quieted if I had known that
Florence Carter-Wood’s inability to choose a lover was for real and not
from a bad screenplay. I wanted to slap her about the room.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>BELLE</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://www.smittenbybritain.com/belle-a-review-by-the-film-fatales/" target="_blank">Read the entire review at our home across the pond, SMITTEN BY BRITAIN.</a></b></span></span><br />
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2013. Rated: PG. 104 minutes. Starring: Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Matthew Goode, Emily Watson, Tom Wilkinson, Miranda Richardson, Tom Felton, Sam Reid. Directed by Amma Assante<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>An illegitimate mixed race daughter of a Royal Navy Admiral is raised by her aristocratic great-uncle.</em> (IMDb)
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Everything about Belle, Amma Assante’s romantic and political period
piece, is mesmerizing. It must be stated, however, that a tremendous
amount of artistic license was taken with respect to the script. It is
not historically accurate, except on the vaguest of levels. Nonetheless,
this film doesn’t lack merit because it alters events to tell a
compelling story.</span></span>elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-30646536103251606012014-08-14T21:56:00.001-04:002014-09-01T19:02:38.098-04:00Robin Williams: RIP<i>The Film Fatales would like to share their deepest sympathies to the Williams family, his friends, and his colleagues. His talent, energy, and incredible humor will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, Mr. Williams. </i><br />
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<b>ROBIN WILLIAMS</b></div>
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<b>1951-2014</b></div>
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Please visit <a href="http://www.loveahappyending.com/honoring-robin/" target="_blank">LOVE A HAPPY ENDING</a>, where we share our thoughts and memories about Robin Williams and his career.<br />
<br />elizabeth cassidy & Nicole Dauenhauerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16847308137840407509noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4850482963381724393.post-34643638354107882902014-08-13T16:40:00.002-04:002014-08-13T16:43:53.905-04:00A MOST WANTED MAN<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>A Most Wanted Man. 2014. Rated R.
122 minutes. Starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin Wright, Rachel McAdams, Willem Defoe, <span class="itemprop">Grigoriy Dobrygin</span>, and <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0259831/?ref_=tt_ov_st"><span class="itemprop"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none;">Homayoun
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> One would have hoped that Philip
Seymour Hoffman’s last starring role would have been a revelation…a performance
that would epitomize his stellar career as one of America’s finest actors.
Unfortunately, that is not the case. Hoffman plays a misunderstood and betrayed
spy who operates a highly covert small band of Hamburg spies, tasked with
tracking down terrorists. By description, one might assume this involves a lot
of cloak and dagger, with high-speed chases and Bond-esque high-tech trickery. <i>A Most Wanted Man</i>, however, is more
cloak than dagger. But, that is not unusual for film adaptations of le Carre’s
novels. His are quiet, cerebral dilemmas solved by navigating by tip-toe through
intricate webs of deceit. And, in keeping with the tone of le Carre’s novels,
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> All through this dull as a
doorknob movie, I couldn’t get away from the fact that the brilliant Phillip
Seymour Hoffman was playing a man with many addictions – addictions that
plagued his real life and ultimately took his life. I was somewhat appalled and
horrified that he took on this role. Then I got caught up with what
responsibility should studios take when hiring actors for certain roles. He
drank too much, smoked too much and ate a lot of crap. He was playing his own
life. His battle with addictions was well known, so I left the theatre feeling
that this role could have led to his own demise. A little overly theatrical on my
part? Well, if I had to play a role that called for inhaling one herbal
cigarette after another, I would be back to smoking the killer cigs. I have no
doubts.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Nicole:</b> It was, at times, tediously dull.
I’m on the fence. It held my attention, certainly, but it is definitely a film
I’d never watch again. No one actor stood out. The direction wasn’t
spectacular, counter to what was predicted. And, the plot was less than
gripping. There are certainly better stories to be told, and I’m not quite sure
why Hollywood chose to make this one. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>elizabeth:</b> I also had problems with
Hoffman’s accent. I have no problems with him taking on one, but I wished he
had enunciated his words. I was giving up even trying to follow the plot because
I was getting annoyed. I think the movie
picked up at the end, but it was for about 57 seconds and then back to so
bloody dull. I hate blasting a movie
that starred some great actors. I will give slight kudos to Defoe, McAdams and
Wright and I apologize to the late Hoffman for not caring about this movie.</span></span></div>
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hardcore le Carre or Hoffman fan, wait to see this movie on DVD. Perhaps the
extras will be more of a draw than the film itself. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Into the Storm. 2014.
Rated PG-13. 89 minutes. Starring Richard Armitage, Sarah Wayne Callies, Max
Deacon, Matt Walsh, Nathan Kress. Directed by Stephen Quayle.</b></span></span></div>
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thrill-seekers, and everyday townspeople document an unprecedented onslaught of
tornadoes touching down in the town of Silverton. [IMDb]</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Nicole: </b>It’s hard
to believe it’s been nearly 20 years since Hollywood has produced a large-scale
tornado disaster film.<i> Twister</i> still
remains very present in everyone’s minds, and for that reason <i>Into the Storm</i> has a lot to live up to. Most
audience members will probably come out on one side or the other in the
argument over which film is better. For many, it’s going to rest on the special
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>elizabeth:</b> I am
one of those crazy people who wants to go out with storm chasers. There is
something about Mother Nature and her fury that mesmerizes me. But I only want
to go out when there are no injuries or property damage. I am a storm chaser
with a heart. I can’t believe that it
has been almost 20 years since<i> Twister </i>came
out. Makes me think that it might be better to leave things alone. But
Hollywood can’t do that. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Nicole: </b> As for the story, like most disaster epics,
the story comes rather secondary to the special effects. These types of films usually
offer a very simple setup so the audience can instead be thrilled rather than
weighed down by a complicated plot. In this case, the story revolves around
three sets of people: a storm chasing team, which is led by Pete (Matt Walsh,
from pretty much everything you’ve ever seen) and Allison (Sarah Wayne Callies,
<i>The Walking Dead</i>); the Fuller family,
father and Vice Principal Gary (Richard Armitage, <i>The Hobbit</i> Trilogy, <i>North and
South</i>), Donnie (Max Deacon, <i>Summer in
February</i>), and Trey (Nathan Kress); and two amateur, thrill-seeking storm
chasers who are only interested in scoring YouTube hits. (Of the latter, I was sincerely
hoping the storm system would swallow them up first. Spoiler: It,
unfortunately, did not.)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>elzabeth:</b> You are
being too kind about the setup, but
correct that it was very simple and might I add…just awful.
The actors seemed to have lost their ability to act (maybe their years of
crafting their acting skills were sucked up into the vortex) and I quite honestly
would have liked them all to see the eye of the storm at about 50,000 feet
above sea level. When you don’t care about the characters in a movie, you know
that is a near fatal flaw to the movie—with or without winds clocking in at
over 100 MPH.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Nicole:</b> Ouch. I
think the acting, in this case, hinges on the style of film making. The film is
structured around the premise that the main characters are also filming the
events of the day, when a never-before-seen storm system delivers its deluge on
the town of Silverton, Anywhere USA. This quasi-found footage concept kind of
holds the film back in a few ways. First, it limits the perspective of the
characters and the storm. (Quayle does, however, include a “God” camera, for
those scenes that require large shots to show the magnitude of the various
types of tornadoes the protagonists encountered.) Second, it limits the
performances. The “home movie” quality of the film means that the actors are
often seen reacting to the storm and not given the time to really sink their
teeth into their performances. Let me say this to vouchsafe their credibility:
I’ve seen many of these actors in other roles, so I know their skills are
stellar. (Unlike, say, Bill Paxton in <i>Twister</i>…ooooh,
I went there.)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>elizabeth:</b> I
agree 100% about the “home movie” quality and storyline. If people react to the storm to end all
storms without hardly an ounce of fear (maybe they missed their coffee that
morning), then nothing can save this movie. And that makes me a little sad because
the scene at the airport scared the hell out of me every time I saw it during
the previews.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Nicole:</b> As for
the chill factor – let’s just say, I spent 90% of the film with every muscle in
my body tensed to capacity. I was literally exhausted afterward. The special
effects are astounding. And, many of them are practical – not digital – which
is pretty impressive since a lot of directors have been taking the shortcut by
going solely green screen. So, if you’re looking for a visually stunning,
tension-filled disaster movie…you’ll likely enjoy this movie. Just don’t go
alone, because all the shouting and jumping you’ll be doing will look just a
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the time I followed that with, “I can’t wait to see them all die.”</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: small;"><b>The Film Fatales get down and get funky.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Get On Up. 2014. PG-13. Rated R. 138 minutes.
Starring Chadwick Boseman, Nelson Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, Octavia
Spencer. Directed by Tate Taylor. </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>A chronicle of <a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0113768/">James Brown</a>'s rise from extreme
poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history. [IMDb]</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><span style="color: #1f497d;">Please note: Elizabeth was
digging tunnels from her house to Fox news while Nicole was seeing this film,
and therefore unavailable to post her review.</span></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oh, I hate to do this. I really
do. I had such high hopes for this movie, because if anyone is deserving of a
good biopic (in the tradition of and possessing of the same quality of <i>Ray</i> and <i>Walk the Line</i>), it’s the Godfather of Soul himself, Mr. James
Brown. But…<i>Get On Up</i> was a real
disappointment. And, not – I repeat – not because of the performances (both
musical and acting). </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">All of the problems with this
film derive from its “trying to be too clever” direction and editing. It’s a
tricky maneuver, to attempt producing a biopic in anything other than a linear
fashion. Some directors are up to the task. Unfortunately, Tate Taylor is not
one of those directors, which is astounding, really – considering his work on <i>The Help</i> (2011). I do get what he was
trying to do, I do. By jumping back and forth between Brown’s childhood and
adulthood, he was establishing how much of the jilted, abandoned, and wounded
little boy remained with him his entire life. He was trying to prove why
Brown’s arrogance and “go it alone” attitude left him unable to form and retain
meaningful relationships, both personal and professional. However, the choppy
and stylistic editing and art direction, along with the messy and incoherent
structure only served to tire the viewer and leave them with the responsibility
to fill in blanks. </span></span></div>
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actors are directed to break the fourth wall. Don’t get me wrong, I love that
technique when it’s cleverly done—and usually works best in comedies. But, when
done incorrectly, it can the viewer feel uncomfortable and bring them out of
the film instead of inward. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Despite that, the performances were all well done,
but far and above the rest of the cast is Chadwick Boseman, whose portrayal of
James Brown was somewhat paranormal. He must have channeled Brown from the
great beyond, because it was at times difficult to tell the difference. His
stage moves were impeccable and he nailed the speaking voice. Also, the musical
performances were staged well and performed well – and thank God, since so much
of this movie revolves around music, it would have been a real shame if those
were as terrible as the direction. Fortunately, that is not the case. </span></span></div>
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