By George Robbins
[usr 4]
This film review for ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ is one that will go into how well Wes Anderson can portray growing teens. Wes Anderson has a very recognizable directing style which returns in this film. Therefore, you are in for a very interesting film. Particularly because this film is mainly about children, we get an interesting coming of age film. Regardless of how you feel about that sort of film, it has a lot of drama between adults as well. On top of the drama, their is also the signature humor that can be found in one of Wes Anderson’s film.
Moonrise Kingdom starts off with two children writing to one another about the problems in their lives. We find out that these two kids are in love with one another. Therefore, the movie plays out with the two of them trying to run away and be by themselves. Nothing works out the way we want in real life however, so there are inevitably going to go wrong. They end up trying everything they can to stay together and keep others from tearing them apart. After all that they try, it works out for them to some degree in the end.
Wes Anderson always does an excellent job combining drama with comedy using his directing style. This film is no exception despite its premise centered around children. It feels more akin to a sort of Romeo and Juliet type of film and it’s beautiful. The child actors portray their characters perfectly, showing troubled youths who just want to be together. I hope that people read this film review for Moonrise Kingdom and just decide to watch it as an excellent Wes Anderson film.
For more information on the film, click here. For a film similar to this one, watch The Grand Budapest Hotel.
By George Robbins
[usr 5]
This film review for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse will be an in-depth discussion on the film. So, to start, the film itself requires your eyes to adjust to it, but it doesn’t take long. The amount of effort that was put into the film just goes to show that it will always be seen as a fantastic film. Artists worked to ensure the scenes always look fantastic, and each frame is beautiful. Therefore, it ends up being a film that catches people’s attention immediately.
This Spider-Man film is different from most others in that the main character isn’t Peter Parker. Therefore, it may start off not looking like a regular Spider-Man movie at all. This is the point and the direction taken in the film works out beautifully. The pacing of the film is incredibly well and the plot of the film is something incredible on it’s own. Seriously, each frame in the film was made so that, if stopped, the shot on screen looks like a comic book. Everyone who worked on the film deserve to be praised for their work.
This film review for Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse shows it is a film I was not sure about at first, but it was well worth a watch. Thus, I have to say that everyone, especially comic fans, needs to see the film. The art, story, and sound design all mesh perfectly and that can be seen in the first five seconds. Almost everyone should be able to go see the film and walk away thinking how great the experience was. I will always continue to sing the movie’s praises no matter how much time has passed.
For more information on the film, click here. If you want to see a similarly entertaining animated film, try The Addams Family.
By George Robbins
[usr 3.5]
This film review for ‘Motherless Brooklyn’ may contain minor spoilers, but no plot spoilers. The film itself is shot in a noir style, and plays heavily off of that. Edward Norton gives the film a good focal point to keep up with. However, following one character in a film like this is difficult to keep up with the plot. That is the point, of course, since it is a crime drama mystery film. Though it may sound a little grim, the film also has its comedic moments that help relieve some of the tension.
It is in the basic synopsis for the film that Edward Norton’s character has Tourettes Syndrome and I think he plays it very well. That is also a focal point that will leave you wondering what’ll happen at any given moment. Overall I think his character portrayals hit their mark. Every actor in the film feels at home in the role they were given.
By the conclusion of the film, I found myself getting anxious because the ending could have played out a few ways. Thus, I became worried if I would not like the film by then. I think the ending turned out the best way it could. Some people didn’t think it was as good as they thought it would be, but that isn’t me. I went into the film not knowing anything about it. Paying attention to the film let me keep up with it pretty well. It is a film that I recommend people go see if they are into the genre.
If you want more info for the film, click here. If you want to watch a similar film, may I recommend Pulp Fiction.
By George Robbins
[usr 4.5]
This film review for ‘Pulp Fiction’ is more of a review for almost all Tarantino films. I have been in love with his films for years. The way that he has his scenes play out, the drama, the humor, and the tension. That is part of the reason why I think that his films are so good. The biggest selling point for me for a Tarantino film are the characters. Thus, because the characters are written incredibly well, I love the films.
Pulp Fiction in particular is a well done film that pulls together all of its story lines rather well. The characters all have incredibly distinct personalities that conflict with others. Following inter-character conflicts, there is also the fact that none of the characters are perfect. His characters have their flaws and their strengths.Creating an interwoven story arc seems hard for a film that has all events outside of chronological order. Yet, he pulls it all together by the end.
IN CONCLUSION FOR THIS FILM REVIEW
The graphic violence and language are staples in his films. He doesn’t just do it for the sake of it, like other films might, but they all have purpose. The violence in the film comes from mistakes and poor planning most of the time and it drives the plot forward. This is a common theme through a lot of his films and it works out very well. Quentin Tarantino knows how to craft a well told story and Pulp Fiction is one of his most well crafted ones. ‘Pulp Fiction’ will go down as one of my favorite films of all time. Though other Tarantino films are just as good.
For more information on the film, click here. If you want to watch something similar, but with less humor try A Fistful of Dollars.
By George Robbins
[usr 4.5]
The reboot of the original Godzilla brings with it a very eerie feeling. The new Godzilla is explained in a very scientific way, but still leaves room for mystery. Thus, ‘Shin Godzilla’ can also keep interest. Therefore, if the film can keep people watching it must be good, right? That is correct and it is why I am writing this film review for ‘Shin Godzilla.’
This reboot of Godzilla was one that I was looking forward to ever since I heard about it. When I saw the film for the first time, I was confused because usually Godzilla just kind of exists. However, this time Godzilla is a creature that was unknown to the entirety of the public. Thus I was immediately hooked within the first minute of the film. Seeing a Godzilla that evolves before your eyes makes him all that more terrifying. Starting from the beginning, he is not much to look at, but he gets scary.
Even though Godzilla is weak at the start of the film, that does not mean he can’t cause tons of collateral damage. In this film he is back to just a mindless version of himself who is looking for nuclear energy. That motivation is what drives him; that, and survival pushes him to evolve rapidly. We also see how government officials would react in the modern age to something like Godzilla. Not well.
IN THE END
The next time we see Godzilla, he is a walking weapon of mass destruction. Even with advanced weaponry, he is impossible to harm permanently. Therefore, we see people trying to come up with new ways to stop him. As if to prove to us that he is a god, like his namesake, even the plan that does work won’t stop him forever. This is why I think this film is so well executed. It is also the reason why I am writing this film review for ‘Shin Godzilla.’
If you want more information on the film, click here. If you want to see a film similar to this one, try Godzilla:2000 Millennium, an older reboot.
By George Robbins
[usr 5]
This film review for the beloved science fiction movie ‘The Fifth Element’ is one I look forward to writing. I hope that you will look forward to reading it. ‘The Fifth Element’ is a science fiction film with a story all its own and doesn’t draw from any other science fiction film. However, the film does draw from comic designs but the designers were a part of the films production. Thus, it is a fact that the film is a wholly original film in its own right and definitely deserves respect.
There are many films that I have seen that I didn’t like until second or third viewings. This is not one of those films. ‘The Fifth Element’ was unlike any other science fiction films because of its original designs and plot. I will admit that the plot itself, when it boils down, is just another save the world from evil film. However, this means nothing, as the plot itself has original character design, a colorful cast of characters, and is even interwoven. We get to see things from both sides of the conflict, good and evil.
The setting is a constantly changing setting between the void of space, a polluted Earth, and even on a hovering ship on a planet covered in water. As a complete science fiction nerd, this film is a dream come true. Following the settings are the cast who are comprised of some big name actors like Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, and Gary Oldman. This film is full of a ton of characters. Some people only play small roles, but can feel important. Sometimes they can even be important, even with a short role.
In Conclusion
This film review for ‘The Fifth Element’ is one that I am happy to write. Anyone who loves science fiction NEEDS to see this film. I don’t just recommend, but implore that you watch it. Also, if you think it is a completely serious film, it isn’t. There is plenty of comedy sprinkled throughout the movie to make it feel less like there is impending doom. Hopefully if you read this, it would influence you into watching it. If you still don’t, that’s fine and you are just missing out. If you want more info to make up your mind, click here.
For a movie that may be similar to this, check out ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.’
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