nsterjo Reviews

Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015)

Not a J J Abrams movie.

[4/10 · 22 December 2015]

I wish I'd never seen any of the Star Wars movies, so that I could have watched The Force Awakens with a fresh eye and no Star Wars expectations. Alas, that wasn't the case. Given the director (I'm a big fan of Lost and Star Trek), as well as the hype and glowing reviews appearing everywhere, I could not help but expect something decent, despite my better judgment.

What I watched was definitely a Star Wars movie and I thoroughly enjoyed being back in the galaxy and catch up with old friends. I even enjoyed meeting the new heroes, especially BB8, which I fail to understand why some people hated. As a stand alone movie, you could say it's alright, though character development is hardly perfect, and the cartoonish villains made the whole movie simply ridiculous. But it's still a good movie, for youngsters.

The real Star Wars fans (not the fanatics who get picky about just anything) I'm sure were left quite unfulfilled by this new addition to the canon. Even if you hated the prequels - which I didn't - you can never ignore the richness they brought to the story and its background, and to go back to doing what amounts to just an action movie, means going backwards. It's sorta like the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean movie; too plain compared to the previous ones.

I understand perfectly why this happened; because of all the hate and the criticism of the prequels, Disney wanted to do a facsimile of A New Hope, and that's exactly what they ended up with. Only, while time has made that movie a classic, The Force Awakens falls utterly short of that aspiration, despite the warm reception and great superficial reviews that are drowning out the more professional and unbiased ones. It's like there's a conspiracy out there to make this movie an instant hit and it seems to be working.

Personally, I am sure that had Abrams not given into Disney's demands of giving the multitudes exactly what they liked from the previous movies but none of what they hated, he would have made a better movie; one that like the Star Trek reboot, would have had heart and soul. And I am sad I'll never get to see that movie.

I am inclined to rate this movie 1/10 just to even out the unfair high score it's getting from people, but instead I will go for 4/10. I hope the sequel will be better and not done by Abrams, who I like too much to see him compromise on his vision and talent in this manner.

Last Knights (2015)

Greatly executed. Better than expected.

[10/10 · 20 May 2015]

I really enjoyed Last Knights and thought it was a greatly executed movie. Find it difficult to understand how some people can feel "disappointed" by a film that hits just the right notes, and makes you feel it is original, even when you know it is not.

I understand the comparisons to 47 Ronin, but while that movie bordered on plain silly, (even though I enjoyed it), Last Knights gives you more of a Gladiator feeling. It feels greatly directed and edited, with a superb acting and just the right combination of action and drama.

You could say this is the long due comeback for Clive Owen, who finally gets to shine again as an actor. Freeman, as always is superb and so are the rest of the cast.

All in all, a very good movie, despite expectations or competition.

Hercules (I) (2014)

Surprisingly good!

[8/10 · 27 July 2014]

I usually reserve the word "impressed" for one or maybe two movies every year, and this summer has been generally unimpressive with its cinematic offerings. I wasn't gonna go and watch this one, but I had some time to kill and needed something light and entertaining to watch. I came out of the cinema pleasantly surprised.

The best thing about this movie I'd say is the fact that it doesn't offer you too much but it provides you more than you'd expect. Although quite predictable at times - as if that can be avoided in Hollywood - it manages to surprise you in many ways, not the least of which is how they have approached the whole story of Hercules.

Acting is faultless, including The Rock, who is not the best actor out there, the script was not hateful or lame, and the directing quite decent. All in all, I had a good time watching this movie and did not end up being disappointed or hating it, which is the only reason why I would say that I was actually impressed by Bret Ratner's Hercules.

Man of Steel (2013)

So much potential, yet such disappointment.

[6/10 · 25 June 2013]

I love Superman, I think he's the greatest of all the superheroes. So it saddens me to see that apparently it is so hard to get his movie just right. The four films that Reeve did were a joke, while Bryan Singer's one failed in a few big ways. Man of Steel showed such potential with the new take on Superman's story and the names behind it, such as Nolan, who I thought did an amazing job with the first two Batman movies. Yet it was let down completely by the script and some story-line choices that just didn't work.

I will not enter into much detail here as there's actually so much that bugs me with this movie, but I will mention just a few things, like the need to destroy entire cities and kill thousands of people just to make the movie dark and serious. The problem with that is that, this inadvertently makes Superman guilty of mass murder and not the savior that he is supposed to be. Also, the fight scenes were so computerized that it made me feel like I was actually playing a video-game. Some dialogues were just horrible and unworthy of the blockbuster they were part of. And there were so many things that didn't make sense or questions raised, that when all put together, leave a bad taste of disappointment in the mouth.

A shame really; I have no desire to play the critic, I just feel frustrated that this wasn't the movie that I was hoping for and could have been. I hope there's a very extended version when it comes out on DVD, that will contain some more material to make it feel more complete.

After Earth (2013)

Not the disaster they make it out to be.

[10/10 · 10 June 2013]

Having read the worst reviews about this film, I went into the cinema expecting to be bored and annoyed by what they are calling a disaster and a flop. However, even though I sincerely do not expect anything great from Shyamalan at this point, I found it a bit hard to believe that Will Smith would fall so low, so suddenly and make a very bad movie. I wanted to decide for myself and I am glad I did. The film was quite enjoyable, it had a fair amount of action and emotion, balancing the two quite well. It is by no means a great movie, the likes of which we're used to expect from Will Smith, but this is not his movie, it's Jayden's and it's not a bad one for the younger Smith. Of course, he's not too mature as an actor, but if you don't expect too much from him and the whole thing, you don't get disappointed.

I believe the whole bad feedback about this movie comes from the fact that it was directed by Shyamalan and that Smith senior was not the main star. If you get past the fact that Shyamalan's previous offerings were simply horrible and alleviate the pressure of performing as a blockbuster, you'll find that this was actually a decent movie. I would rate it 7 out of 10, but because I feel so many people out there have been unfair to it, I will give it a full 10, just for the heck of it.

The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

Over-hyped. Nolan disappoints this time.

[5/10 · 23 July 2012]

I love what Nolan did with the Batman story. Batman Begins was great, The Dark Knight was simply a brilliant masterpiece; so I went into the cinema full of expectation for this third and final installment.

I was a bit let down. It was a good stand alone movie, but with a poor story even if it had not been the final of the trilogy. Again it had a great cast that did their job well, though their characters this time around were quite flat and two-dimensional.

It was definitely not, as great as The Dark Knight and I especially did not appreciate how Nolan carelessly destroyed what he had Batman and Gordon build with their sacrifices at the end of the second movie, as if it was a bad mistake. Surely, he could have exonerated Batman in a different way without turning his hard work and sacrifice into nothing, by bringing out the truth about Dent.

Overall, the story felt as if it was put together in a hurry, and the movie did not feel very solid as a whole. Maybe it will look better the second time around, though I highly doubt it. The mistakes in editing didn't help much either, but will not insert spoilers here.

Again, an OK movie though a disappointing end to the trilogy; it could and should have been better.

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 (2011)

Not the disappointment I was expecting...

[9/10 · 19 November 2011]

After seeing the previous movies and reading some reviews from here, I braced myself for experiencing another boring, cheesy and over the top romantic flop but was gladly disappointed. It was of course still a romantic movie whose strongest and main message is one of selfless love and sacrifice, but having read the books I knew what to expect and I was fine with that. What I am not fine with, is the fact that some people, can tolerate a romantic novel but seem hell-bent on stepping all over a romantic movie. It's very simple to me; you know what you like, go watch that. This isn't a movie for everyone, but those who appreciate it's message, will surely enjoy it and find fewer faults in it.

I enjoyed this one better than all the previous ones; it went smoother, it didn't bore me more than it I could take and even the actors seemed to have taken a few acting classes since the last one. I almost believed K. Stewart as Bella this time around. Well, almost; I still think she was a poor choice of casting along with Taylor Lautner. I especially enjoyed the fact that the soundtrack from the first movie made a comeback in this one. I liked the original music.

I'm more excited to be looking forward to seeing the finale after watching this one now; I know there's more to enjoy as this story comes to an end.

A 9/10 from me just to wind up some people:-)

Real Steel (2011)

The jewel of this year's cinema!!!

[10/10 · 17 October 2011]

Every year we get the usual array of Hollywood offerings on our big screens and they always range between insulting to mediocre to simply OK. This year was no different. I saw a few movies I enjoyed but didn't really love, and a few I actually hated and could not believe they actually did them. The Three Musketeers which I saw today belongs to the latter bunch; a waste of money and pretty faces.

Real Steel was the exception for this year, like A Single Man was two years ago for me. It moved me and engaged me like no other movie this year did and upon leaving the cinema I felt like sharing the experience with others. It was by no means perfect, but it was the best effort at storytelling I have encountered in the recent years from Hollywood. Most of them try, but get it wrong; these guys got it right for once.

It felt good to watch a movie again and really enjoy it.

Loved the acting too; Dakota Goyo was amazing and Jackman very convincing. His best work yet.

Smallville (2001–2017)

Should have ended after season 6

[5/10 · 27 February 2010]

From the first episode I have been a big fan of this series. It was e fresh take on the famous superhero, with e masterful character development and intriguing story plots, at least for the early seasons. However, the creators simply lost their originality and skill to keep the series interesting and after a short while, there was simply nothing to develop concerning our hero's character or the others in the story. We get new villains introduced all the time, and our characters learn new tricks and get themselves in new similar situations every time, and everything keeps going on in circles, while they themselves remain just the same. There's even cases where they simply forget some powers they used to have (I'm thinking Chloe's healing power which I don't recall if she ever lost) or some they seem to never be able to get (like Clark flying).

Seriously, this series has lost it's power to keep me glued to the screen and I really hope they won't make a 10th season. I prefer to go back to watching my old favorite characters like Lana, Lex, Lionel, and the Clark of old whom I could really understand and follow. This Clark now, there's nothing heroic or charming, or mysterious about him anymore.

I'm looking forward to seeing Tom Welling doing something different; he's gotten all he can from Smallville.

Milk (I) (2008)

Just another bio-flick.

[7/10 · 26 December 2008]

I recently saw a screener of this movie and was very excited about it cause I'm usually very fond of Sean Penn's work and very intrigued by Van Sant's to say the least.

In general, I liked it. It has roughly everything a bio-flick is supposed to have and it tries to stay on the personal side of the story while it portrays the bigger issue which is that of the gay rights and freedom. Wheather it managed this I guess it's a matter of personal opinion and of what's more important to the individual viewer. Myself, although I'm totally for the equality of rights and freedom of individuals or groups, I wanted a little more personal touch and a deeper dig into Milk's life and character. It only felt like I didn't get to know him properly and understand why he did some or most of the things that he did even though I could see exactly where he was coming from, facing some of those same issues myself. This obviously is a shortcoming of the script or the final editing which might have left out many things. Still, the story in general feels almost complete and acceptable. It managed to touch me deeply and even make me cry by the end.

In relation to the acting, I don't think there's anything to complain about. Everyone was very good or even better than good, but I wouldn't start handing out Oscars just yet. Sean Penn was very good but to be honest he did nothing that we haven't seen yet. It seems to me that this role was a very obvious attempt to land him another Academy Award or a nomination at least but I for once won't be convinced so easily. It has become like the latest craze to have straight actors play gay people and then applaud and award them for the "magnificient performance" and the "accurate and very real" portrayal of the faggot. But in my opinion that's the easiest part; everyone can play the faggot. How about having a real gay actor play Milk's role, or that of the boyfriend, or that of the other gay people in this movie? It irritates me that even Van Sant - a director who for years now has fabulously brought the gay world more out of the closet than anyone else, - falls prey to one of the biggest paradoxes out there, that of the Hollywood - maybe the most important and leading institute to proclaim and sustain gay rights and yet the most homophobic yet. Just ask yourselves, how many openly gay actors do you know that are still very successful and have a very high profiled career still going strong? Van Sant (or the production company) clearly and easily could have used (at least more) gay actors in this cast, but I guess that would turn it into a gay movie and of course it wouldn't sell.

So please forgive me if I don't applaud Penn or Franco for their sincere acting, or nominate any of the cast & crew for an award, cause in the end this movie is just another silly paradox to me.

7 out of 10 for the effort and cinematic value. A good movie but still nothing new artistically speaking.

Blindness (2008)

Just beautiful!

[10/10 · 11 December 2008]

OK, so I'm not eligible to give a professional critique of this movie, but as one of the crowd, for whom this film was made, I can speak up and say that I just loved it. It engulfed me entirely; it completely sucked me in like few movies ever have. I really have no other words to say about it except for "Just Beautiful".

It is a masterpiece and if not now, eventually it will get the deserved status. I loved everything about it, the directing, the editing, the script - which even though it wasn't perfect, it didn't make me wish for anything different or leave me empty and dry; but especially I loved the acting. It may look like one of Moore's usual roles but she does it perfectly and worthy of praise. And she is helped a great deal by all the rest of the cast in making this movie unforgettable. Rufalo was great even though I feel he is understandably sidelined by Moore or Bernal, who was just awesome in his portrayal of the bad guy. Glover felt a little out of place here, but it did not harm.

I've read some of the written reviews in here and I can understand where they're coming from. But I don't agree with most of the negative ones which I think are written by people who wanna show they know about movies by slamming them.

If you give this one a fair chance, you'll not be let down at all.

I would give it 9/10 but am giving 10/10 just because I think it's being treated unfairly.

The X Files: I Want to Believe (2008)

Not a movie, just an average episode!

[4/10 · 3 August 2008]

Apparently, Carter finally gave up to the demands for another X-Files movie and seeing as our two lead actors needed this one to try and give another boost at their dormant careers, we get this extended episode of X-Files, and nothing more. I'm a fan of the original series, and I loved the first movie that came out. It was big and had a real interesting storyline. These days, directors and scriptwriters seem to be confused as to what exactly should they give us. It is not about the movie anymore, or the story and what they would like to say; it's about what they think we would like to see and hear, and getting that right it's just never possible. So after plenty of big fat failures from movies that offered content but not substance, CGI without the human touch; Carter & Co decide to go for a family-like themed movie making this more about Mulder and Scally's life and struggles than about what it really should have been about, - The X-Files. Even the plot was not big and interesting enough with no real mystery, and honestly this was not worthy of even a regular episode of the series.

Sure, the acting was great, the script and directing good enough, but they just went with a looser storyline. At the end of the movie I got up with the feeling, "what was the point of this one?"

If they're ever gonna make another one like this, they better not. Bring back the series instead.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)

No biggie...

[5/10 · 22 May 2008]

I will not try to appear as an expert here, cause I am not, but I can express my opinion as one of the many who have seen and loved the Indiana Jones movies and knows a thing or two about what he wanted to see in this fourth installment.

I went to see the movie hopeful that it would please me enough to say that it was worth (them) doing this movie and (me) spending the ticket money. Unfortunately, I was let down. Sure, it has the usual action and tricks, some humor here and there and just a stint of the trademark mystery solving that made this movie a classic; but they simply were not enough or of the right dosage. The script was basically dry and without soul, the story kinda shallow, there was no chemistry between the characters, no real humor even though I did laugh at some points, and I could easily see actors instead of characters, trying hard to tell me a story that wasn't really sucking me in.

It's a real shame, cause there were great names involved, but I just couldn't help but wishing I was watching the third movie instead. God bless Sean Connery! Maybe, watching it a second or a third time, will make it easier to swallow, but the fact remains, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" follows in the footsteps of last years' big threquels at disappointing and failing to top their prequels.

Please don't do a fifth one Spielberg, no matter how strong Ford is in his seventies.

Jumper (2008)

No Bourne, no Matrix, but still a good movie!

[7/10 · 15 February 2008]

I went to see this movie having lowered my expectations after reading so many bad reviews around. I gotta say they don't really do justice to it. Sure, it's not a big movie, it's not huge, great; it could have been bigger, better, deeper and more meaningful, but it was a good movie nonetheless.

Following the story wasn't difficult, it was a simple one without many complications, which is probably where most "critics" were disappointed, but you have to keep in mind that is is usually the case with superhero movies. It just comes with the genre. Also, it wasn't difficult to realize that this is just the first of e very possible trilogy. I mean, (spoilers here) the fact that Roland wasn't killed, and the relationship with mom basically just started is a dead give-away. In this light, I believe the story will make more sense and will be more complete after watching the sequel and probably the threquel.

The script wasn't great but not bad either. I wasn't left with a bad taste at any time during the movie. The acting was good too, no matter what people keep saying. Just when did everyone become an expert on acting I wonder? It's so easy to blame the guy hated by the critics; it makes us feel like we know what we're talking about. I don't like Christensen either, but while watching very attentively his acting, I failed to see anything wrong with it or out of place. Sure he's not the most warm and expressive person, but that doesn't diminish his acting. Another actor would have probably brought a different feel to the role, but I feel he was good enough. So was Bilson. No need to comment on Jackson, but the real star of the movie, it is indeed Bell. He was simply awesome and I'm sure he is a star on the rise.

To conclude, would I go to see this movie again or the sequel? That's a definite YES.

The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)

The best threquel of summer 2007, hands down!

[10/10 · 17 August 2007]

I simply loved it.

I liked the first and second Bourne movies, but I can't say I was a big fan; but I really loved this one. I couldn't find anything to moan about it while I was watching it, - everything was perfect. The script was fine, the directing even better - including those shaky fight scenes that some didn't enjoy but I thought were brilliant, - the acting was great, the fight scenes jaw-dropping and there were even some pleasant surprises in the storyline and character development that I would say were a perfect hit, like the relationship between Bourne and Nicky.

I totally agree with the rest who say that Damon was born for this role, even though it was hard for me at first to see him as an action hero.

Well, I hope they are really happy with this movie cause they have really done an outstanding work. Honestly, this is without doubt the best threquel of this summer. A totally deserved 10.

Go Damon!

Hairspray (2007)

A pure delight; arguably the best movie this summer.

[10/10 · 21 July 2007]

What a satisfaction, what a smile it put on my face, how nice to finally hear some applauding in the end of a movie, and some sincere laughter during, people clapping and singing along with the characters. Simply amazing! I went in there believing I was in for a treat and I wasn't disappointed. This movie was just great and it was about time, - too many disappointments so far. I loved everything about it. The script, the directing, the editing, the cast was so perfectly chosen, and the music was just wonderful. OK, so it did take a little getting used to John Travolta's enormous body and unavoidably manly voice (in fact I don't think I really let it sink in) and believe you were seeing and hearing a woman sing and dance, but boy did he do a great job. That guy still can shake it even with some extra pounds on. And the new girl was really a surprise, however, knowing Hollywood I'd say the new star on the rise will certainly be Effron. And rightly so. James Marsden was great too; it's a delight to know that pretty face is backed by a wonderful voice and singing talent which he's already shown on Ally McBeal. And the rest of the cast were simply beautiful too: Latifah, Pfeiffer, Walken, etc...

A well deserved 10 out of 10, excellent! This one might just join Grease as a classic.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)

Good but not great!

[8/10 · 14 July 2007]

Maybe it's just me but I really feel like there's just nothing original anymore. I saw the movie the first day it came out, really hopeful, fueled by all the good reviews on paper, - especially here in UK where they just love to praise anything they produce, - and I liked it, just not that much. The trailers keep fooling me, making me think that this is it, this is the one that won't disappoint me. Honestly, I don't know what was wrong with this movie, I'm not a professionist to judge right. All I know is what I perceive from a spectator's point of view, and I know that I felt like everything was so predictable; and even when something happened that was unexpected to me (and the rest who have not read the books I guess)I just didn't feel the impact of it. They tried to give a boost to Harry's emotional side in this movie but I'm afraid they failed just short of it. I didn't feel he was connected enough to the relevant characters (I'm trying not to give spoilers here)in order to portray and justify his actions and reactions right. A good movie though I think I prefer the fourth one, but that's just me. Anyway, maybe I'll like it better if I see it a second time. 8 out of 10

Evan Almighty (2007)

A decent movie, very well made! Stop winning people.

[9/10 · 28 June 2007]

OK, Bruce Almighty was one of a kind, good and funny. Evan Almighty is not Bruce Almighty, we gathered that. Question, why would we expect it to be? For once I am glad this movie took a slightly different direction to be something more than a mere sequel, and I believe they have totally done it. It doesn't even feel like there was a Bruce Almighty before it, if it wasn't for Morgan Freeman who is always great to see. And yes, Steve Carrell is not Jim Carrey, yet who cares? Jim Carrey is good but he is overrated. I don't like Steve Carell really , and wasn't expecting much from him or this movie to be honest after having seen this summer's sequels and "blockbusters", but boy am I glad to be able to come in here and leave a positive comment.

This movie totally did it for me. Maybe it wasn't as funny as B.A. but it was funny enough. It was well built, the script and the plot felt complete enough, the acting was very good, the effects great. Most importantly, I followed the entire movie without being annoyed or getting bored, and I even laughed a lot. And the ending, oh I just loved the ending. The kind of climax that Superman Returns so desperately needed but lacked poorly. Now, there were some little things that raised questions or seemed forced, like "How come there were so many kinds of animals just in that specific forest; while it was obvious that only that area was in need of saving, and not all the animals or beings of the world". But, that's the kind of things you can let slip by, 'cause it's just not that relevant.

I had read bad reviews about it beforehand, and wasn't expecting much, but they were really wrong. I am not afraid of going too far when I say that even though I liked all the other great movies of this summer like Pirate of the Caribbean 3, or Spiderman 3, or Fantastic 4 etc, they lacked what this movie gave me, a feeling of completion and satisfaction. I was able to honestly say in the end: "I liked it" which I haven't said once this summer. I don't know why so many people are giving bad reviews about this film; it's a good one and they're just being too harsh and expecting I don't know what.

Go see this movie and try to enjoy it without prejudice. Trust me, you will.

In the end; I would give this movie a 7.5 or 8 score but only because I think most of the bad reviews in here are unfair, I'm giving it a 9.

Tung!

Music and Lyrics (2007)

Nice change, good music. Enjoyable!

[8/10 · 23 June 2007]

It's always a delight to see Drew Barrymore and this was a good matchmaking with Hugh Grant. The guy's got some notes within him; surprising.

I really enjoyed this movie, especially the music, being an eternal eighties fan. It was hard to get used to all that but-shaking from Grant who looked way out of his waters, and I couldn't believe it was really his voice until I double checked to be sure; but all in all, he did a great job. Drew's performance was as always perfect. Without her, this movie with any other actress, would have been boring really.

I thought the story was well developed, I liked most of the lines, didn't like some of them. One thing I wish they would have added in the script, was a part where Sophie finally manages to tell what she really thinks and feels about Sloan to his face. I mean, Alex did manage to tell Cora what he thought about the song. But, anyway, not much harm done there.

For all POP fans out there, watch this movie; rockers and hip-hop dudes, sleep time.

The Incredibles (2004)

Simply the best!

[10/10 · 16 June 2007]

The best superhero movie ever. I mean, who needs real actors and scenes, they haven't managed to make a decent one ever, but if they ever do, I sure hope this is what they will come up with. I really like the style of this movie; it's not just another animation flick like the boring "funny" ones we see coming out almost every month now; it's a real movie, only animated. But who cares, right. They have done a damn good job. Great script, great graphics, great voicing, - I love the fact that they haven't made all characters look like Brangolina. You find yourself feeling complete and satisfied ate the end, which never happens with superhero movies.

Anyway...

I just hope, they won't screw it up and decide on a sequel. We all know how they go, don't we.

Excellent, once again.

Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)

Good but not great!

[6/10 · 15 June 2007]

I think it's safe to say that when it comes to special effects we have no more expectations, they all nail it these days. This movie was no exception, good graphics and pretty colors as another guy here said. Unfortunately, the moment the special effects kicked in the world of the movies, the good old script got a good kick in the nuts and can barely stand now let alone hold a whole movie on it's feet. This movie again, it's no exception. I have to admit, the plot was OK, the lines good, there was humor, romance, action, a reasonable balance to everything. Yet, I could not feel it taking me in; I remained a spectator, while the short dialogs even though containing the essence of the story, were still dry and well, short. No wonder the movie was a mere 92 minutes. Conclusion, a good PG movie, a bit better than the first one, but which still failed big time to impress, just like the rest of this summer blockbusters.

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)

Boring and stupid!

[2/10 · 13 June 2007]

This was without a doubt the most boring and stupid movie I have seen lately. I only gave it 2 points because I like Christina Applegate. The only funny scene in the whole movie was the one where the dog gets kicked of the bridge; I just couldn't stop laughing there even though I know that would not seem funny to many animal lovers. As for the rest of the movie, I just hated it. The story was stupid, the script terrible, and Will Ferrell's acting made it even more stupid. I just cannot believe some other big names like Tim Robbins, Luke Wilson, Ben Stiller or Vince Vaughn agreed to be part of this charade. I bet they regret it now. Can't they tell a bad project when they see one? Well, if childish stupid fun is what you guys are after, watch this one; otherwise, skip to something else.

Ocean's Thirteen (2007)

Not even close to the first one! Shame.

[4/10 · 9 June 2007]

Too much talk, no action, no humor, no good enough plot and not big enough ending. You keep watching and expecting something really big to happen to make a climax, but suddenly you realize it's the ending. A real disappointment concerning the big names involved and the great acting.

And what was the deal with that nose? The tasks were made to seem pretty easy to achieve and there was nothing left from the former glory of the team.

A movie without spirit and essence.

A shame really!

Glad there's not going to be a forth one.

Eragon (2006)

Not "The Lord Of The Rings"

[6/10 · 18 December 2006]

I haven't read the novel, but I did see the movie. A great story, I would say but the screening leaves much to desire. Actors do a fairly good job, but nothing unforgettable. And yes, Rachel Weisz voicing the dragon was probably the best thing about this movie. I have to say the special effects were great and believable, and the overall directing of the film was good, but the script was poor. Even great actors like the big names in the movie cannot do much with a poor script. Basically, it was a desperate and poor attempt to reach some of "The Lord Of The Rings" well deserved glory, but obviously failed. Still enjoyable though. Let's hope the sequel does better.