I liked this film for many reasons chief of which is because I had a similar experience with an older woman. Expertly cast which was ideal for this little known story about a young man who gets to nearly have his way with none other than Marilyn Monroe for a week. Michelle Williams was a good choice to play Marilyn. She more embodied the spirit of the afore mentioned than actually looking like her. I recently viewed The Prince and The Showgirl and was really bored by it but this film about the making of that film was far more enrapturing because of all the intricacies in making even not so good films. Be on the lookout for Eddie Redmayne who...
Best of 2011: “...
posted by Robert Ryan
Gore Verbinski has always had a magic touch for me – at least some of the time. His movies feel a little bit smarter than usual Hollywood fare and Rango is no exception. The animation is superb to say the least and just feels good to watch. The story fits so flawlessly with the...
Best of 2011: “Beginners”
posted by Robert Ryan
I loved this film from the moment Ewan McGregor and Mélanie Laurent meet. A truly realistic (as can be) love story between two people that are attracted to one another with a gay dad thrown in for good measure. Mike Mills is a director who I believe will keep turning out good work as long as he keeps making stories close to his heart. His art may leave something to be desired but is nearly instantly recognizable when gazed upon. This movie challenges the viewer with the idea that relationships always seem to be euphoric in the beginning and then quickly fade into fecal matter because the real person shows up. So is there any point to...
Best of 2011: “...
posted by Robert Ryan
What a great film and my choice for best picture oscar. It took a lot of will power and gusto to get this film made in an age where no one wants to see a black and white film, especially one that is silent. The leads are extraordinary in their only slightly histrionic performances and all...
Best of 2011: “The Girl with the Dragon Tatt...
posted by Robert Ryan
Wow, what a surprise this film was to me. I honestly didn’t really care for the trilogy of Swedish films, so I wasn’t really expecting to like this because I already knew the story and was unimpressed. Maybe because my expectations were so low that I enjoyed this so much but nonetheless it was a fantastic viewing experience. I found the story told through the lens of David Fincher, who also directed one of the best films of last year, The Social Network, to be incredibly fascinating and entertaining. I unfortunately did not care for Zodiac or The Curious Case of Benjamin Button but every film prior I have enjoyed and respected...
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