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by kgbelliveau
Mon Jan 06, 2014 5:51 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Counselor
Replies: 42
Views: 15065

Re: The Counselor

So much of this movie is wasted on dialogue that does not progress the plot to it's eventual destination. Lead by Fassebender and Pitt's incredible ability The Counselor is a film that never allows the words to be explained by visuals and vice versa. It either relies on one or the other, but never ...
by kgbelliveau
Mon Jan 06, 2014 4:53 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Counselor
Replies: 42
Views: 15065

Re: The Counselor

So much of this movie is wasted on dialogue that does not progress the plot to it's eventual destination. Lead by Fassebender and Pitt's incredible ability The Counselor is a film that never allows the words to be explained by visuals and vice versa. It either relies on one or the other, but never f...
by kgbelliveau
Mon Jan 06, 2014 3:11 pm
Forum: Full Reviews
Topic: American Hustle
Replies: 6
Views: 2276

American Hustle

When your screenplay is yet to be produced and it is named American Bullshit, you know it is only a matter of time before curiosity sparks and there is a very dark toned comedy to be made. Combining the dark subject matter with the immaculate style of the 70's big hair, open front dress and wild sui...
by kgbelliveau
Sun Jan 05, 2014 7:19 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: Lone Survivor
Replies: 0
Views: 495

Lone Survivor

It was gripping, particularly during the intense action scenes. Despite the emotions running high and the fine performances from the four main actors, it felt all too preachy towards American Heroism. A strong war film under the direction of Peter Berg the action scenes are top notch. It never trans...
by kgbelliveau
Sun Jan 05, 2014 3:27 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: American Hustle
Replies: 27
Views: 6590

Re: American Hustle

Another fine crime comedy/drama that is once again filled with immaculate style. This had 70's flare and personality all over it, thanks to impressive performances from Bale, Copper, Adams and the stand-out Lawrence. Her unpredictability and bold accent left you constantly thrilled and engaged. It's...
by kgbelliveau
Sat Jan 04, 2014 10:13 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Wolf of Wall Street
Replies: 49
Views: 16246

Re: The Wolf of Wall Street

Not even going to admit you were blatantly wrong about me "hating" the movie, huh? You know as opposed to seeing these films in their entirety before making claims like that. Credibility comes from watching the whole film, not making snap judgments based on bits and pieces of his previous...
by kgbelliveau
Sat Jan 04, 2014 5:57 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Wolf of Wall Street
Replies: 49
Views: 16246

Re: The Wolf of Wall Street

Yeah, I haven't been hearing particularly good feedback about this over at Cinemageddon, either. Seems like yet another pretty, shallow, simplistic picture, the kind Scorsese has been exclusively making for the past decade. I guess combination of age and the realities of the modern box office rob e...
by kgbelliveau
Sat Jan 04, 2014 4:45 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Wolf of Wall Street
Replies: 49
Views: 16246

Re: The Wolf of Wall Street

Yeah, I haven't been hearing particularly good feedback about this over at Cinemageddon, either. Seems like yet another pretty, shallow, simplistic picture, the kind Scorsese has been exclusively making for the past decade. I guess combination of age and the realities of the modern box office rob e...
by kgbelliveau
Sat Jan 04, 2014 3:38 pm
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Wolf of Wall Street
Replies: 49
Views: 16246

Re: The Wolf of Wall Street

I'm not saying their crimes against humanity are proportionate, I'm saying their juvenile behavior makes for similar comedic stylings, hence why you may enjoy this movie more than you think. Stop playing dumb. Okay, I see what you were saying. I actually had that in the back of my mind when I saw t...
by kgbelliveau
Sat Jan 04, 2014 6:48 am
Forum: Movie-Specific
Topic: The Spectacular Now
Replies: 0
Views: 540

The Spectacular Now

In the early going Sutter Keely feels like the kid you want to be. He is the most loved kid in every room he walks into, the light of the party. He may have all these friends, but he never takes anything seriously. Yet, like Sutter himself says repeatedly through-out the film there are two sides to ...