This is a hard one. I debated whether to even post on it, actually, because it’s not that great of a film. But I suppose I can still glean a little something from it. If not, what am I doing here? I’d like to start out with the absurdities of the characterization of Julian (Richard Gere). Julian is presented as a high-rolling gigolo, able to … Continue reading American Gigolo (1980)
I’m wondering why Keanu Reeves accepted the lead role in this film because it’s so similar to the story line of his character, Neo, from The Matrix. I’ve seen and taught The Matrix so many times it’s not funny. I’ve only ever seen one other film more times than The Matrix and that’s The Neverending Story. So as I was watching this film, although clearly the … Continue reading The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
I love Arthur C. Clarke’s Odyssey quadrilogy, and the 2001 film was truly remarkable, so when I saw that this Japanese film was intentionally made to somewhat mimic the 2010 sequel, I couldn’t resist. Perhaps that was a mistake…. It’s hard to say whether this was a “bad” film or not. It is what it is: a cheesy Sci Fi B-movie. There is a play (i.e. twist) on … Continue reading Sayonara Jupiter (1984)
I watched this film when it first came out. Luckily, it was a free screening at SDSU for students so I only lost the 3 hours of my life, and not $8.00. That would have only added insult to injury. I always like to use Troy as an example of a horrible literature-to-film adaptation. In 2004 I hadn’t even read the Iliad yet but from taking … Continue reading Troy (2004)
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