What Films did You Watch Last Week (11/02 - 17/02) CLOSED

First Time Viewings:

October Sky (1999, Joe Johnston)

This one is based on a true story and it has a good cast, some standout scenes, and is fairly entertaining throughout.

Something Wild (1986, Jonathan Demme)

I found this one quite enjoyable, with an interesting story, strong performances, and a good soundtrack.

7.5/10

Spring Breakers (2013, Harmony Korine)

I didn't get much out of this one. The four main girls don't get much development and aren't that likable either, so I found it hard to care about what happened to them.

5.5/10
7.5/10 Powerful satire imo

Murder in the First (1995, Marc Rocco)

Apparently this one deviates from the actual story, but I still found it interesting. Kevin Bacon puts in some damn fine work and the rest of the cast is pretty good too.

7/10

Dark Blue (2003, Ron Shelton)

This one has some very good moments throughout and is lead by a strong performance from Kurt Russell. The last act was the highlight for me.

7/10
7.5/10 Yes, the last act is great and Kurt Russell's speech is epic.


Repeat Viewings:

The Green Mile (1999, Frank Darabont)

An excellent film with a terrific ensemble cast. 

9/10

Before Sunrise (1995, Richard Linklater)

Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy have terrific chemistry and I find the conversations they have in the film very engaging. A beautiful film.

8.5/10
6.5/10 I just don't care enough about the character here and their conversations are a bit boring to me.

Before Sunset (2004, Richard Linklater)

A strong follow up to Before Sunrise.

8/10
7/10 Seeing them meet again is more interesting then when the first met.

Before Midnight (2013, Richard Linklater)

Another strong sequel. After this viewing I think it might be my second favorite of the trilogy.

8/10
7/10 Best of the trilogy

My Cousin Vinny (1992, Jonathan Lynn)

A very funny and entertaining courtroom film. Joe Pesci is awesome and Marisa Tomei steals every scene she's in.

8/10
6.5/10 The cast is a lot of fun but the story just leaves me a bit bored.

Se7en (1995, David Fincher)

Simply masterful. In my top 20. 

10/10

Rocky (1976, John G. Avildsen)

A classic underdog story. It has memorable characters, good performances, an iconic theme, and some great scenes.

8/10
8.5/10

Rocky II (1979, Sylvester Stallone)

The finale is pretty good and brings this one up a notch, but for the most part it's not that great. 

6/10
5.5/10

Rocky IV (1985, Sylvester Stallone)

For the most part I enjoy this one, but it has some things that hold it back.

6.5/10
5.5/10


Movie Awards:

BEST FILM - Se7en
BEST ACTOR - Jack Nicholson (As Good as It Gets)
BEST ACTRESS - Helen Hunt (As Good as It Gets)
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR - Kevin Spacey (Se7en)
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS - Marisa Tomei (My Cousin Vinny)
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY - Darius Khondji (Se7en)
BEST SCORE - Howard Shore (Se7en)
BEST SCRIPT - Andrew Kevin Walker (Se7en)
BEST DIRECTOR - David Fincher (Se7en)