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By George Robbins

[usr 4.5]

This film review for the movie Gangster Squad is written solely to try and get people reading it to want to watch the movie. Following the introduction of the movie, we know why the squad was created to begin with. With the rise of notorious gangster Mickey Cohen, there was no one to stop him. However, this resulted in a secret squad formed to deal with him. Thus, the titular gangster squad is created solely to stop the spread of Cohen’s mafia. This is only a part of why the film is interesting.

First, we see the squad fighting against Cohen’s operations, and effectively ruining his livelihood. Next, they commit actions not sanctioned by the LAPD to make him lose even more. After all, the gangster himself has corrupt judges and officers on his side. This makes the film all the more interesting to me. Overall, the squad had to be efficient in acting of their own accord, without being caught by either side.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for the Movie Gangster Squad

Ultimately we see the destruction of Mickey Cohen’s criminal empire when he is arrested. Every event leading up to the arrest in the film feels earned as well. Following the conclusion, you can only really feel satisfaction from watching it through. However, I do realize some people may not like this sort of film, and that is fine. Hopefully after reading this, some of you will want to watch the film.

For more information on the film, click here. For a similar film to watch, try Public Enemies.

By George Robbins

[usr 4]

This film review for The Road to El Dorado is one which discusses the nostalgia and other feelings I have whenever I see the movie. First of all, this film is relatively old by this point. However, that does not stop it from being a good film in the slightest. The animation style is relatively basic, but it is done in a way that most animations are done. Thus, we can see that the movie is based more on the story than the visuals. Though as I said, the visuals are not bad, they just aren’t amazing.

Going more into the opening sentence of the review, this film is nostalgic. At the very least, it is nostalgic to me. Specifically, the animation is what makes it so nostalgic to me. The reason for which is that this animation style is one that was used in every film at the time. Notably this was a film that always felt different to me, compared to other films of the same nature. There is no particular reason for this, it just feels different.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for The Road to El Dorado

Perhaps the reason for why it is one that I like is because the story is more adult oriented. There is no real reason why adults would like it more either. Therefore, the film is one that is simply special to me as a whole. While it may be unexplainable to me, perhaps for others it is. Hopefully this mysterious phenomenon makes you want to watch it as well.

For more information on the film, click here. For a similar film, try Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas.

By George Robbins

[usr 4]

This film review for Couples Retreat will go into how the film does a decent job of showing what real struggles between couples can look like. Throughout the film the characters refuse to admit their problems to one another. Therefore, miscommunication starts and the couples start to argue more. Whomever wrote the script took things like this into account pretty well. The film is also a comedy, so it doesn’t go too deep into drama. However, this doesn’t stop it from pointing out relationship issues.

First, we see from the beginning that every couple in the film has problems. Next, those problems start to show themselves even more when the characters are isolated. However, this still doesn’t stop it from being a comedy. In fact, conflict gives the most entertainment in the film, but is equally serious. Thus, the film has a healthy balance of both drama and comedy, in my opinion.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for the Movie Couples Retreat

This film is full of its own little quirks that make it entertaining. While I may have enjoyed the film, it isn’t one that I will constantly re-watch. However, if I see it on, then I will watch it. This alone is a reason why I am fond of the film, because it is entertaining. If a film is entertaining, then it did its job properly, and therefore should be watched if possible. In conclusion, go see the film at least once, and enjoy the nuances of it.

For more information on the film, click here. For a similar film, try Grease.

By George Robbins

[usr 5]

This film review for Who Framed Roger Rabbit will go into how excellently done the combination of live action and animation is. Certainly, this is very easily noticed just by watching the film. Immediately, we are introduced to the main character, a private investigator. We learn very quickly that he doesn’t like toons. Before his introduction, we see how this world works as opposed to the real world. The toons are just actors on a set and humans work the cameras. Thus, the combination of live action and animation is made seamless.

First, the main character has to help find out what is going on with the titular character’s wife. Then he has to help him clear his name after a murder. The interactions between humans and animated characters holds up even today. Therefore, when characters do something and the world reacts accordingly, it is very entertaining. Their world is one that combines real world and toon world physics. Consequently, those things are just as seamless, and they make total sense.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for Who Frame Roger Rabbit

Throughout the events of the film, we see that the world of toons is gritty and dangerous. Thus, to me, the film is much more interesting than any other film of the same nature. While it may be gritty, it is still a film that can be enjoyed by anybody. Therefore, it should be watched by as many people as possible. It is absolutely worth a watch and then a re-watch because it is just an extremely entertaining film. Hopefully, if you are reading this and haven’t seen it yet, then you’ll go watch it.

For more information on the film, and spoilers, click here. For a film similar to this one, try Space Jam.

By George Robbins

[usr 4.4]

This film review for the movie Paul will go into how different it is compared to other films that are similarly in the same genre. To begin with, the film starts with the characters who we experience the journey with. Following their introduction we quickly learn that they are alien conspiracy theorists. What follows their journey to Roswell is the immediate discovery of a real alien. Of course, they immediately begin panicking, until the alien introduces himself.

First, the reason why it is different is because it is a rated R film. Not many wholesome alien films would be rated R. However, that is what makes this movie different. We can’t help but fall in love with the characters. Even if they have the mouths of sailors, the film can still be wholesome. Throughout the film, they become better friends and end up learning a lot from the titular Paul.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for the Movie Paul

Following the ending of the film, the audience can still feel joy from watching it. We as the viewers still get to see everyone be happy even if it was a violent ending. Just because it was violent doesn't make it any less wholesome, just a bit funnier to some degree. Finally I believe it is different because it shows that we can make friends with just about anyone, even with violence involved. Hopefully you will want to watch the film now, because it is funny and very entertaining.

For more information on the movie, click here. For a similar comedy, try the British comedy series Spaced.

By George Robbins

[usr 4.5]

This film review for The Internship will discuss how the movie shows that even older business tactics can work in a new market. After all, you would think that this is true anyway. Even though the main characters might be technologically inept, they still know how to work a business. Just because you are older doesn’t necessarily mean that you can’t do newer jobs. Therefore, I like that this film shows that some strengths overpower some weaknesses.

First, the main characters are seen losing their previous jobs, and deciding that they will try their hand at the tech company Google. Thus begins a journey to try and become actual employees by beating other teams. Their weakness is quickly shown when they can’t do anything the younger people on their team can. However, they are good leaders and know what needs to be done to make their teams’ ideas work. Eventually, it all comes to a head when they have to use their actual business skills to sell a plan that will get them hired.

In Conclusion for this Film Review for The Internship

Following a treacherous journey through tasks they couldn't have done alone, their team comes together in the end. This just shows that while tech skills are important, so too are business skills. Thus the film shows us that even older skills can still be useful skills. Also, that we shouldn't judge people so readily because of differing skills. Hopefully this review will make you want to watch it, if not just watch it anyway.

For more information on the film, click here. For a similar film, try Everyone's Hero.