Sunday, March 28, 2010

Appaloosa (2008)

Western - New Mexican town hires a pair of professional gunmen to protect them from outlaws. Intrigue begins when one of them falls in love with a high maintenance maiden. And the law is so easily circumvented in the wild West. Fine performances by Ed Harris, Viggo Mortensen, Renée Zellweger, and Jeremy Irons. A most unique story too. 1 hr. 56 min.

Friday, March 26, 2010

Evan Almighty (2007)

Comedy- a sequel to Bruce Almighty, God comes to an idealistic congressman (Steve Carell) to build him an ark. And working in very mysterious (and funny) ways, God succeeds in changing the world. Lots of fun moments with Steve Carell's genius. Goofy but entertaining. Morgan Freeman plays God. 96 min.

The Witches of Eastwick (1987)

Comedy - The devil as a man (Jack Nicholson) terrorizes a tranquil New England town with the help of 3 female alliances (Cher, Susan Sarandon, Michelle Pfeiffer). Some really fine performances (Veronica Cartwright) and lovely photography propel this story along. Fun. 2 hours.

Saturday, March 06, 2010

Absence of Malice (1982)

Newspaper Drama - eager young reporter (Sally Field) investigates an alleged gangster (Paul Newman) suspected of foul play in the death of a union leader. Plenty of twists and turns as the media, the law, and the underworld all do their dance. Entertaining. 117 min.

Friday, March 05, 2010

The Hoax (2007)

Drama - loosely based on a true story.. 1971, desperate writer claims he has Howard Hughes's cooperation to write Hughes's autobiography. Backed with boldness, wit, and intensive research via associations with Hughes's former staff, writer Clifford Irving bluffs his way into a million dollar contract with a major publisher. Eventually the shit hits the fan. Finely paced movie with excellent performances. Richard Gere plays Irving movingly. 1 hr. 55 min.