Posts tagged Drama

Good Dick (2008)

Aug 28th

Posted by Nic in Brief

2 comments

Not your typical romantic comedy. It’s shot like the viewer is actually observing the characters first hand. The dialog was real, the story original, and just completely strange situations (a good thing). No cliches here, just two socially awkward characters (with whom we never get their names) with rough pasts that we assume account for their behaviors. One of the best independent films I’ve seen. Also recommended: In Search of a Midnight Kiss.

Rating: 6 out of 7

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Leaving Barstow (2008)

Aug 28th

Posted by Nic in Brief

Leaving Barstow gives us the true depiction of a real average teen growing up in a small town. No happy spoiled kids here. Just the real insight of a 18 year old struggling to make something of his life while dealing with a broken home. Our main character plays the part so well, you really think he’s had these experiences. This was a truly emotional journey that I’m sure many average American teens (or anyone who ever was one) can relate to on some level. A beautiful film.

Rating: 5 out of 7

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Adventureland (2009)

Aug 28th

Posted by Nic in Brief

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Not sure what else to say besides that I loved this movie! Kristen Stewart is stunning as usual, and Jesse Eisenberg is kind of like the new Michael Cera (except having testosterone). We can all probably relate to parts of this film through it’s diverse characters. Definitely one of my new favorite films of this genre.

Rating: 7 out of 7

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The Horsemen

Horsemen, The (2009)

Aug 28th

Posted by admin in DVD

Saw meets Se7en

The Horsemen is a dark, suspenseful tale about detective Aiden Breslin (Dennis Quaid) who becomes embroiled in a bizarre serial killer case. Aiden is the typical detective who is so involved with his work that he’s lost touch with his two sons, while also grieving over the death of his late wife. As he slowly realizes he needs to put more effort into keeping his family together, he’s hit with a case that only forces him deeper into his work.

Aiden’s son Alex, played by Lou Taylor Pucci (Thumbsucker) takes on the role of raising his younger brother More >

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(500) Days of Summer (2009)

Aug 23rd

Posted by Nic in Brief

2 comments

Director: Marc Webb | Rated: PG-13 | Original review date: 23-Aug-2009 (updated 18-Feb-2010)

Well I heard great things about this film, but was surprised when I went to the theatre and there were only 4 other people there! This film was simply amazing. Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon Levitt are two of the best young actors out right now, and being a fan of their previous work I can confidently say we will be seeing more of them. This film is not a typical romantic comedy. The realism portrayed in this film is accurate and honest while covered in a creative More >

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