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Chimera Strain (2018)
Not much happens.
I must commend the filmmakers that they even managed to tackle such a sensitive subject but the issue of morality and the dilemmas it poses becomes central to the film- at the expense of the entertainment. The visuals are amazing including some stomach churning stuff involving operation room objects. Its all pretty much in one setting (the main character's science lab) but the inventive camerawork and editing are good enough to not let that matter. Interesting concept- flawed execution.
A Walk to Remember (2002)
Chick flick of the highest order.
The Rom-Com to shut every other romcom out of existence A walk to remember may perhaps be cherished in the directed demography but for others this is nothing short of an exercise in boredom. Romance, tears, and not a well-developed character in sight - what more could one expect from the director of The Wedding Planner? Once again, director Adam Shankman has foisted upon the public a production so narrowly targeted that a majority of movie-goers will ignore its existence. In the case of A Walk to Remember, the only people likely to have nice things to say about what's on the screen are girls in their pre-teen and early teenage years, and the word "discrimination" is rarely used to describe their movie-going habits.
Open Water (2003)
A great low budget horror on the waters.
Open Water is shot in an almost documentary style and with two part-time actors. Do not let these facts deter you from catching this movie wherever you can. The film is based on a true story about two scuba divers(couple) who happen to get left behind by their tour boats in shark infested waters. You know the ending of the story but the lead up to it is an exercise in creating and maintaining tension. The film is also great for budding filmmakers on how to make a cheap but good film- this was made for a mere 120,000 dollars. Do not miss it, even if you have a fear of sharks. 7/10 (A great low budget horror on the waters).
Showdown in Little Tokyo (1991)
Nostalgia fixation.
Made in the early 90s and shot in various parts of Asia Showdown in Little Tokyo is a nice martial arts-based action film starring the tragic Brandon Lee and Dolph Lundren. They make a nice pair and the charms of early 90s cinema, also found in films like Mortal kombat and Double Impact to name a few, are in spades here. Tia Carrera is gorgeous, and the direction flows nicely. In some ways I miss such simple premised movies which have all but disappeared today. Showdown in Little Tokyo isn't a masterpiece by any means, but it is a nice film to watch if you miss nostalgic early 90s movies.
The Fly (1986)
Body horror/sci-fi.
David Cronenberg is an artist and the Fly is one of his most amazing efforts- This is a remake of a much older film but Cronenberg gives it sufficient touches to be considered the maker. The atmosphere is amazing and the city of Toronto has never had as much presence in a film as it has here. Jeff Goldblum as the crazy scientist who starts transforming into a fly is great here as is Geena Davies as the reporter turned lover. Special effects are outstanding and you can possibly squirm when Brundle starts to undergo all the physical changes. The end is tragic and moving. Though there is enough body horror at show here The Fly woks as a touching story which will appeal to a broader audience. This is a great science fiction film and not to be missed. 8/10 (Body horror/sci-fi).
The Terminator (1984)
Great low budget science fiction masterpiece.
The Terminator is a tour de force feature film by James Cameron-a story so good you can't help but be involved. It involves a dire future where machines rule and humans are worse off than rats. A man-a savior by the name of John Connor appears from the future into the present to save Sarah Connor- his mother. They are hunted by The Terminator- a vision of artificial intelligence which is lethal and methodical and incredibly well played by Arnold who was stepping into superstardom. This is one of the greatest thriller (horror?) drama films ever and a staple of science fiction. Watch The Terminator asap.
The Ghost and the Darkness (1996)
A harrowing film based on a real event.
The ghost and the darkness is based on the Tsavo lions- two lions in the late 19th century who stopped the construction of a river bridge in Africa because they enjoyed feeding on the workers. The film is not bad but somewhat inaccurate but the Lion sequences are really good. Michael Douglas-who also produced the film- wrote a character for himself which doesn't really add much to the film and Val Kilmer as the main lead isn't really all that, even keeping in mind he is playing a real character. Regardless the African scenery and the lion scenes are great.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)
Better to go rent Jurassic Park instead.
Revenge of the fallen (2009): An abomination of a movie even by the standards of the series, Transformers: ROTF is a joke of a movie bestowed upon us by Michael Bay. Everything that happens on the screen is so blurry and confusing you never know who is fighting who, or for that matter who is who. All the actors from the previous installment are on hand to collect a paycheck for acting in front of a bluescreen. At least the earlier film made some sense. This is an abomination.