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Old 18-01-2016, 16:01
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Black Mass (2015) - Story about infamous gangster James 'Whitey' Bulger and his rise to the top of the Irish mob in Boston, USA with the help of a friend in the FBI. Oh and he has a US Senator as a brother. It's all interesting on paper but the film seems incredibly rushed, the story played out over decades. Plus there's a weird thing going on with Johnny Depp as 'Whitey' in that he's trying to give a performance behind heavy makeup but it doesn't quite work. He's miscast but he makes an effort. I wished he wasn't so insistent upon the vampirish makeup which makes Bulger creepy but in not a naturalistic way.

6/10
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Old 18-01-2016, 16:04
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Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) - 8/10
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Old 18-01-2016, 16:35
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Legend - the kemps version was far better, they might not have Hardy's acting chops but this felt more like a spoof in places. I really like Hardy as an actor and he is very good in it but the film just feels misjudged. Worth a watch for Hardy's performance(s) but that's it 6/10
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Old 18-01-2016, 21:31
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Wall Street (1987) Film4HD 6/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 06:16
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Mystic River - 8/10
What a thrilling film, my eyes were glued to the screen throughout
Yes, I loved that film. You might want to try the book - it's better still
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Old 19-01-2016, 11:51
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Joy - 6.5/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 14:17
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Mercury Rising - 6/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 14:57
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Blue Skies (1946) - 6.5/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 18:31
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Yes, I loved that film. You might want to try the book - it's better still
I will have a look for the book, will give more of an insight into certain characters motivations.




I recently watched Big Hero 6 - Baymax was hilarious, and I had a wee tear in my eye in the goodbye scene. 8/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 19:11
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Citizen Kane - 8/10
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Old 19-01-2016, 19:13
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The Revenant - 6.5/10

Like The Hateful Eight, the majority of the marks are for cinematography.

Not sure why the BBFC thought this was a 15 as the violence and ongoing trauma was several measures more visceral than the Tarantino movie imo.

After this and The Hateful Eight looking forward to the supposed uplifting mother/son kept in captivity for years on end Room!
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Old 19-01-2016, 23:07
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Notting Hill 1999...9/10 ..sweet film

Star Wars The Force Awakens..9/10 .action packed ..brilliant !.....Daisy Ridley was excellent in this...possible nomination ?...sets it up well for the 2nd episode in the trilogy !

Robin Hood Prince Of Theives...1991...7/10.....the late Alan Rickman is excellent in this film !
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Old 20-01-2016, 02:38
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Act of violence (1948) 8/10

A war veteran's actions whilst held with his men in a prison camp catch up with him.

Gripping film starring Robert Ryan, Janet Leigh and directed by Fred Zinnemann. I had never heard of this film before, I highly recommend it.
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Old 20-01-2016, 08:27
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Pirates of the caribbean 4 (2011) 7.5-10
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Old 20-01-2016, 08:29
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Killer story ( 2004 ) 6.5-10
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Old 20-01-2016, 10:38
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Force Awakens - Fantastic - 9/10
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Old 20-01-2016, 10:45
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Black Mass (2015) - Story about infamous gangster James 'Whitey' Bulger and his rise to the top of the Irish mob in Boston, USA with the help of a friend in the FBI. Oh and he has a US Senator as a brother. It's all interesting on paper but the film seems incredibly rushed, the story played out over decades. Plus there's a weird thing going on with Johnny Depp as 'Whitey' in that he's trying to give a performance behind heavy makeup but it doesn't quite work. He's miscast but he makes an effort. I wished he wasn't so insistent upon the vampirish makeup which makes Bulger creepy but in not a naturalistic way.

6/10
I really enjoyed this, althought the surroundings I watched it in may have helped - reclining seats and table service.

Last film I watched was 2005 War of the Worlds. I hadn't watched it in years, it was on Netflix and I couldn't sleep. Managed to fall asleep halfway through.
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Old 20-01-2016, 16:38
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The Godfather, a Novel for Television.

Only part way through it, 7 hours.

Interesting as a companion piece but it just goes to show what a great editor can do. Don't think the two movies would have been as incredible with all these extra scenes.
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Old 20-01-2016, 22:03
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True Grit (2010) - 8/10

Surprisingly funny. Had me laughing a few times, which I didn't expect. I loved Jeff Bridge and (gags) Matt Damon's performances, but Hailee Steinfeld's performance as the young orphaned Mattie Ross was truly an eye-opener.

Next on the list: Bone Tomahawk (2015).
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Old 21-01-2016, 00:02
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True Romance (1993) - 7/10
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Old 21-01-2016, 00:08
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Dark Water (2002)
ultimately so, so depressing, but unusually for a Japanese horror made complete sense. Really frightening too 8 out of 10
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Old 21-01-2016, 09:55
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Creed

Thoroughly enjoyed it. Took me right back to the first Rocky. Sly gave a wonderful understated moving performance.

9/10
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Old 21-01-2016, 12:31
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The Cincinnati Kid (1965) - 8/10
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Old 21-01-2016, 13:12
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Amelie - took a while to get round to watching this but glad I did, charming french flick 8/10
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Old 21-01-2016, 18:08
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Last time i watched the avengers movie. I love this movie and in list of my favorites.
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