thirtysomethingever71

The best Batman film yet. Deep plot, a charismatic villain and equally charismatic hero..The Dark Knight is not a story about Batman, but a story of Gotham in response to Batman's arrival. The theme of escalation, the classic notion of good versus evil, chaos versus order, and what a hero truly is, is present in the whole movie... but it was rather cramped in a way that it was somewhat difficult to understand it all with just one sitting.

What's the most amazing thing about this movie is how accurate the characters are portrayed in the spirit of the comics. Batman now is more involved in detective work (which other movies, even Begins, explored little to naught)... Gordon (Oldman) is now more active, and much more explored here more, portrayed as a desperate cop trying to clean the streets, but getting trapped in his own dealings... the Joker, who finally is represented right (even if he does wear make-up) not as a prankster criminal... but as a true agent of chaos.

Ledger had nailed him as a definitive Joker for the live action movies. How he acts, his 'plans', even his odd sense of humor. By the pictures, you see a grungy, dirty looking madman... you'd think he'd be so serious... but he is not. I could count how many times he made me, and the audience laugh. He tells Batman the duality of their nature and relationship, even wishing how he would want to do this forever... this is truly one of the best Joker portrayals in history. Disturbing, yet funny.

A masterpiece.

This film has everything. An absolute masterpiece in storytelling,Director Boyle has done something that no one has done before, someone reflecting their life via the gift of 'who wants to be a millionaire'.

it's funny in places, heartbreaking in others, and at times, feels like a fantasy movie.

the cinematography is second to none, and all the cast are fine in their respective roles. although it's predictable thanks to the title, it's an uplifting feelgood movie, even though it sometimes it borders on the dark side. it's violent in places especially one scene that depicts horrific child mutilation.

Slumdog,is a beautiful story, full of beautiful moments and an excellent soundtrack, leading to some brilliant characters and marvellous set pieces. My top ten of the year.

I was very disappointed with THE MIST. I'm not a fan of horror and dismissed this as a must pass when I first heard about it. Then I found out it was directed by Frank Darabont. I loved The Green Mile and one of my favorite films is The Shawshank Redemption both of which he directed so I said, well now this has become a must see. I wish I'd MIST it! Pun intended.

If you've seen the trailer then you know the story. If you've seen the movie then you've just witnessed 45 minuets of Marcia Gay Hardens zealot character go off on a religious diatribe and a failed attempt at social commentary mixed with zombies? (why does it always have to be zombies!)

This was not a Frank Darabont film! I will never believe it. Maybe some low budget director with the same name! It looked and felt like a low budget film. I love low budget movies don't get me wrong, but when I go see a mainstream studio film I expect to get my 10 dollars worth. At least with low budget, no name, direct to video, you get boobs or better yet nubile naked males cavorting around. I thought about walking out 15 minutes before it ended, and I wish I had but I held out for that hail Mary play at the end. You know the scene that would make it all worth it? It never happened. I know the next Darabont film will be better. Hey even Spielberg laid a rotten egg. Remember 1941? This is 1942 and then some. I gave it a generous 5 stars because of the directors past work.

There are three actors that bring class to a great film or a not so great film. Morgan Freeman, Michael Cain and Tommy Lee Jones. There is only one reason I liked this overrated film and that is Tommy Lee Jones. He is better on his worst day's then most actors are on their best. I admire directors who challenge their audience by putting away the spoons but on this journey the fabulous Coan Brothers ask just a little to much of us. I haven't seen so much supernatural clairvoyance since the sixth sense. And the actors were constantly doing things that were beyond stupid. Bringing water to a man several hours later that obviously had only a few moments to live? I adored Fargo and Oh Brother. The Coens are very talented . But on this journey I had to keep asking myself did I miss something? In closing I will sum up by lifting a quot from another review I think is brilliant. "NO WAY is this academy award material. Stupid man stumbles on $2 million. Psychopath somehow finds out about it and wants it. Chase ensues -. Old sheriff, a day late and a dollar short, retires. The End." I give Old Country For Old Men 4 stars only because of Mr Tommy Lee Jones.

I was at first disappointed with the sequel to Sideline Secrets which I enjoyed very much. I was disappointed because I thought it would have the same feel and style as the original. It did not! Then as I watched it again I started to like this film Darker Secrets on its own merit. It is a much darker film, nicely paced, good direction and in some respects better acted. What is missing is the romantic undertone which is what I loved about the first film. This one just starts out on the seedy side of the spectrum and just keeps going from there. Lots of nudity and I found the cast very attractive and pleasant to watch as they went through their paces. I would have to say about Darker Secrets is that it is, at best, good low budget exploitation and one of the better soft core films in it's class. I'm a fan of this film. For those wanting the feel of the original stay away. Darker Secrets, as suggested by it's title, is a film you watch and enjoy in private.

I give it a 9 in its class. Sexy, twisted, some good dialog, some not, exploitive, nice plot twists and lots and lots of nudity!