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Post by Hurdy Gurdy Man on Sept 8, 2021 16:33:00 GMT
Raging Bull - 5 out of 5. At the risk of sounding pretentious, it really does elevate the medium in its greatest moments. A directorial tour-de-force. Goodfellas - 4.5 out of 5. Never lacking for energy throughout, in particular Henry’s day leading up to his arrest. Casino - 4.5 out of 5. Yes, it can feel derivative of past glories but remains throughly compelling. Martin Scorsese at his most operatic and unforgiving. Jungle Cruise - 3 out of 5. Can only expect so much from a movie based on a theme park ride. Some decent chemistry between the two leads. Unfortunately, the movie feels awfully derivative of another Disney series based on a theme park ride - ancient curses, all important ancient artifact, convoluted backstory, etc.. I haven't watched Raging Bull, Goodfellas or Casino in many years. It might be a good idea to give RB another go now that I have watched Body and Soul, one of its major influences. It is highly recommended to you in case you haven't watched it.
Do you have any thoughts on the titles I watched?
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