Overall Impression — Interesting in the way watching a car crash is interesting. THE FOUR QUESTIONS Who’s the main character? — Nicole Kidman’s character, Margot. What’s she trying to accomplish? — To stop her sister from marrying the wrong guy. Who’s trying to stop her? — The guy, Margot’s son, and Margot’s sister. What happens if she… Continue reading MARGOT AT THE WEDDING
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DAN IN REAL LIFE
Overall Impression — A sweet movie with a great cast. THE FOUR QUESTIONS Who’s the main character? — Steve Carell’s Dan Burns. What’s he trying to accomplish? — He’s trying find love…and unfortunately for him the object of his affection is his brother’s new girlfriend (Juliette Binoche). Who’s trying to stop him? — Everyone! The family thinks she’s… Continue reading DAN IN REAL LIFE
AMERICAN GANGSTER
Overall Impression — A little too long, but a classic two-hander with Mssrs Washington and Crowe commanding the screen. THE FOUR QUESTIONS Who’s the main character? — In spite of the dominance of Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) Russel Crowe’s Richie Roberts is the main character. What’s he trying to accomplish? — He’s trying to stop the flow… Continue reading AMERICAN GANGSTER
MR. MAGORIUM’S WONDER EMPORIUM
Overall Impression — Not a bad movie, but not a good one either. THE FOUR QUESTIONS Who’s the main character? — Based on the idea that the main character is the one who changes the most from the start of the film to the end, I’d have to say Natalie Portman’s character, Molly Mahoney. What’s… Continue reading MR. MAGORIUM’S WONDER EMPORIUM