By George Robbins
[usr 4.9]
This film review for Dances with Wolves will go into how entertaining this epic tale is. For example, the film itself is almost four hours long on its own. That, in and of itself, shows that it deserves the title of epic. The film spends all of that time wisely though with world building and character development. While there are bound to be slow parts of the film, a large majority of the film is just plain entertaining. This film is full of conflict that keeps it entertaining throughout.
Firstly, the film introduces us to the main character who is not afraid to put his life on the line. He tries to commit suicide by running up to his enemies, but ends up a war hero. Next, he gets an assignment he has always wanted out on the Western Frontier. Soon he discovers that he is all alone out at his post as the person who dropped him off is killed on his way back to civilization. What follows is a good few hours of his narrating his harsh life on the frontier which is highlighted by his encounters with a Sioux tribe.
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Eventually, he becomes a member of the tribe and even receives his own name, “Dances with Wolves,” because he befriended a lone wolf. The movie itself is full of moments that see the main character develop even more. Becoming a member of the tribe and leaving his old life behind is steadily worked towards. The viewer can feel a sense of accomplishment on his behalf as a result. Everything that has been seen was worth showing, and most of it just keeps you entertained. Hopefully this film review for Dances with Wolves makes you a bit interested in the film.
For more information on the film, click here. For a film similar to this one try The Patriot.
By George Robbins
[usr 5]
This film review for the movie Midway is written to discuss the accurate portrayal of combat. Therefore, there may be spoilers ahead. Midway was a decisive battle for both sides during the war. Thus, Midway became a pivotal battle that ultimately helped us keep a foothold in the Pacific. The film doesn’t pander to the US audience either. The combat in the film is kept realistic and doesn’t have America flat out winning the fight.
First, the battles depicted throughout the film show just how overwhelmed the U.S. Navy was during the start of the war. Next, we see that a lot of our attacks actually failed to do lasting damage most of the time. We get to see how well the Japanese officers fought on their side and planned ahead. Regardless of what side they were on the people involved gave it their all and that really comes off of the screen. The film itself is very accurate historically to how difficult of a battle it was, even for Japan who had the advantage.
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This film is an excellently well made film in every respect. Additionally, the film is made not only for US veterans, but Japanese veterans as well and the filmmakers definitely show that. I went into the film not knowing what to expect when it came to this movie. I of course thought I was going to see just another WWII movie, but it was more than that. The viewer gets to see the grueling difficulties endured from the start of the war up to Midway itself. I highly recommend you go see it if you can.
For more information on the film, and many more spoilers, click here. For a film similar to this one try Saving Private Ryan.
By George Robbins
[usr 4.5]
This film review for Kingsman: The Secret Service is here just to say how good the film is. The movie’s plot, cast, and characters are all excellently well done. Therefore, I feel that this movie simply deserves credit. Following the opening of the film we are introduced to the main character, and we start following him in his everyday life. Throughout the movie, we mostly see things from his perspective as a new spy recruit.
The main villain of the film is insane but charismatic and because of that he draws in other characters. Thus, it is easy to see how he managed to get so many people on his side. The film itself even makes some fourth wall breaking comments all throughout, blatantly saying what kind of film it is. The plot itself is one about spies saving the world, but it is also an origin story. Therefore, the main focus of the film jumps between spy training as well as the mission at hand, and they eventually culminate together.
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There are plenty of incredible moments found throughout the entire film. The movie showcases the ingenuity of all of the characters in it, and shows how far street smarts can get you. Following the end of the film, you just feel satisfied because it is straight up entertaining. This film review for Kingsman: The Secret Service is just meant to make you want to watch it in some capacity. I’m hoping that after reading this you go and watch the film.
For more information on the film, and spoilers, click here. For a film with some similarity to this but more comedic, try Top Secret!
By George Robbins
[usr 4.8]
This film review for The Prestige is all about how this film is a completely subversive film. There are plenty of twists and turns throughout the film, and they all make the film even more interesting. This film sees a rivalry form between two street magicians vying for peoples’ attention. Therefore, much of the film is filled with the magicians trying out different tactics to get people interested in them. As time goes on, they just keep getting more and more elaborate until it costs each of them too much.
The film starts off simply enough with two street magicians trying to outperform one another, and trying to become famous. As time goes on, they plot against one another more and more to try and out do the other. This causes all sorts of problems to arise in their personal lives and makes them unable to see past the competition. Following a series of serious life events, the magicians themselves each find acts that suit them, but try to figure out how the other does it. This is what ultimately causes there to be twists in the film.
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By the end of the film, we the viewers are left in suspense as we have no idea just what is happening. The characters are in situations that we wonder how they got themselves into them. All of our questions are answered by the end of the film, however. Following a couple of shocking reveals, the feud ends, and we can feel a little relieved but also upset at such a series of events. As I said, this film review for The Prestige is one discussing the subversiveness of the film. If you really want to know why it is subversive, then go watch it.
For more information on the film, and spoilers, click here. For a film similar to this, try Inception.
By George Robbins
[usr 5]
This film review for The Green Mile is meant to explain why I think this movie’s plot is so interesting. First off, the characters in the film are excellently portrayed. The characters are prison guards and their wards on death row in the 1930’s called the “green mile.” Some people are cruel on both sides of the bars, but there are plenty who aren’t. There is one man in particular behind bars who is intimidating to look at but is a gentle soul. As stated in the film, it is a sin to let that man die, and all of the guards left by the time of his execution know this.
All of the main characters have some kind of interaction with the miracle working prisoner. Following a botched execution, we even see the miracle worker himself find vengeance in some form for the man who died so violently. We, as viewers, get to see that everyone isn’t always as bad as they seem. Following the revelation that the miracle worker really is innocent, we hope for his release. This is not how things work out however, because that isn’t how life works.
After we find out there is no hope for the innocent man, we, and the characters, feel empty. An innocent man has died for the crimes of another, but we all move on. After a gift to the world was shunned, people reaped what they sowed in a sense. All of the remaining guards quit because of course they would, and this is how characters should be written. This film review for The Green Mile is just meant to illustrate that people will always hate injustice, but it will always be there, but so is the good.
For more information on the film, click here. If you want a film slightly similar to this, try Con Air.
By George Robbins
[usr 3.5]
This film review for Armageddon is one that contains a lot of love for the characters, even if the film isn’t perfect. Armageddon is by no means a perfect film, but it is a fun film. Following the first few minutes of the film, we immediately get treated to action. Everything we want to know about the characters is also laid out for us. Regardless of its plot, the film is still a save the world from destruction film. Those types of films were common at the time, but they were still enjoyable.
All of the characters in the film have their own quirky personalities, and we can see them play out. Then, we are introduced to the main plot of the film, and it follows with the characters agreeing to go on a mission they may not return from. We can see on screen the clear sense of brotherhood amongst all of the characters. After finding out that the world is about to end, the crew agree to help their boss in saving it. Every character knows that they may not make it out alive, and they are by no means great people. Regardless, however, they decide to go through with it all to protect what they can.
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The film follows a path of ups and downs showing that nothing can ever truly go someone’s way. Therefore it is natural that some characters see their end, even if it was early on. It doesn’t matter how long they were present, however, because we could learn exactly what they are like even early on in the film. This film review for Armageddon is just meant to illustrate that point, and it’s up to everyone else to watch it. Then you will see how they managed to portray the characters as people who could exist.
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