Everyone Is A Critic: WaltDinLV

One of the things I love about Netflix are the member reviews. When I find someone who interests me I add them to my followers list and keep an eye open for any new reviews.

This week we say hello to WALT D IN LV. I appreciate his air of mystery by keeping his back to the camera.

WALT D IN LV


I love finding GREAT films,and talking about 'em even MORE. My Friends list is full, but you can SAVE to FAVES me, and e-mail me at mywife@cox.net so I can send you my notes/reviews as they come out.

(These are direct quotes, nothing has been changed to alter the review.)

DEFIANCE
"I had no interest in seeing this, but the wife wanted to, so.. Wow! This is an amazing true story not at all holocaustally sad like Schindler's List or The Pianist (both great movies).. This nerve-racking uplifting tale was action, great story, fantastic! So different from most World War II stories, really original, AND it's based on actual people and events! I really recommend seeing this action-packed movie." rated: 5 stars (I give him kudos for inventing the word, "holocaustally" while then using it to offend an entire culture in a single moment.)

EAGLE EYE
"This was one of my most favorite films of the summer (2008). I loved that it had a thrilling story, non-stop action, cool technical mumbo-jumbo, and great acting from these up and coming young stars. Fun stuff! Grab the popcorn, sit back and enjoy!" rated: 5 stars

STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS
"Think of this as Star Wars 2 1/2! It fits perfectly between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith as another story of Star Wars. All the prequel main characters are here, and the story is just as good as Star Wars 1 and 2, while not as good as 3 (Sith). A good story with even better action and effects, this is well worth seeing for all Star Wars fans. Don't let the animation keep you from it: This is a REAL Star Wars story! My only lament is that they didn't use the original Star Wars music and theme song or have a John Williams score." rated: 4 stars

THE HAPPENING
"Not nearly as bad as the press would have you believe. In fact, this is downright SCARY at times! The Happening was just as suspenseful-make-you-jump as any Shyamalan film and DESERVES it's R rating! Wahlberg is great bringing all his good-guy type charisma. Spooky, suspenseful, and not for young kids! Good stuff!" rated: 4 stars (Wahlberg has charisma?)

JUMPER
"This movie was far from perfect, but doggone it was really good. The more I think back to it, the more I like it. Doug Liman has a knack for making great movies. Hayden Christensen is not winning any awards for his acting, but he is capable in this role. This is popcorn action flick fun with an original story idea that's not at all predictable. I wish it had done better financially so we'd be assured of a badly needed and deserved sequel. I think it would do to this what Terminator 2 did to The Terminator (expand the story to another level). I really enjoyed this film." rated: 4 stars

and finally

HALLOWEEN (2007)
"Exactly what a horror movie should be: Suspense, Violence, Gore, Nudity, all built around a great, intense, gripping story. I gave the original Halloween only 3 stars because I felt it was boring and had no good story. Rob Zombie is a new master director." rated: 4 stars (At least he was honest about not caring for the original.)

Everyone Is A Critic: Bravesfanc

One of the things I love about Netflix are the member reviews. When I find someone who interests me I add them to my followers list and keep an eye open for any new reviews.

This week we say hello to Bravesfanc. I appreciate his air of mystery by keeping his back to the camera.


BRAVESFANC




I'm 21 years old. Love to watch all types of movies. I just started rating every movie i rent, so if you ever want an opinion, add me.

(These are direct quotes, nothing has been changed to alter the review.)

RIGHTEOUS KILL
"Having both of these actors in the same movie is always a plus. I wasn't let down as I enjoyed most of this movie. A bit slow in the beginning but the pace quickly picked up. And I'm glad Pacino did this movie because the last movie that I saw him in '88 Minutes' was terrible. I was happy to see him do something smarter than that rubbish. De Niro plays his partner and you can tell they care for each other. Decent ending, answers your questions. Good movie." rated: 4 stars

PAUL BLART: MALL COP
"This is one of those rare times that a PG comedy had me laughing almost as much as an R rated comedy. Kevin James physical comedy carries this movie and had me laughing from beginning to end. Of course what he's able to do would never happen but that shouldn't bother you. This is great for the entire family. If you like Kevin James, then you will definately enjoy this movie." rated: 4.5 stars (he made note of the extra half star.)

WITLESS PROTECTION
"A decently funny movie. Not for everyone though. It's quite dumb so I don't think most adults would like it but if you're a fan of Larry the Cable guy you might enjoy this one. His analogies are pretty funny and there are a whole bunch of them in this movie." rated: 3 stars

HANCOCK
"Much better than expected. A good mix of action and comedy. I was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed this movie. One of the better action/comedies I've seen in awhile. Some people might think it's dumb but I think it was well made. Smith does a good job, and even though in the beginning you can side with the people about how he handles things are wrong, you grow to like him. Theron does well along with Bateman. A pretty good movie that the family can enjoy." rated: 4 stars

INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL
"If you liked the other "Indiana Jones'" then you will enjoy this one. You just have to look past the things that he is able to do at his age to enjoy it. Because really, even if he were younger, the things that happen in this movie aren't very believable, but it doesnt really matter because it's entertaining. It's a perfect length of 2 hours and Shia LaBeouf once again impresses me. I still think 'The Last Crusade' was the best of the series, but like I said, if you're a fan of the series, this won't disappoint." rated: 4 stars

and finally

RATATOUILLE
"I heard a lot of great things about this movie but didn't see why. It was clever and accurate but I was bored. The problem was that it wasn't funny and most Pixar movies I like are decently funny with a good story. I just couldn't get into it." rated: 2 stars (I'd like to know what he means by accurate. What is the accuracy scale for a film about a talking rat who wants to cook?)

Everyone Is A Critic: Jedi Knight

One of the things I love about Netflix are the member reviews. When I find someone who interests me I add them to my followers list and keep an eye open for any new reviews.

This week we say hello to Jedi Knight. He's even cool enough to include a picture of himself and a cinematic philosophy on his profile.

JEDI KNIGHT




"I watch a lot of movies. I don't listen to film critics or other people. I make my own judgment. I'm against piracy."


Here are some highlights from a few of his seven hundred plus reviews:

Gran Torino
"Gran Torino has Oscar written all over it. Clint Eastwood gets better and better with every film he has ever done. This film does have racist innuendos, but it didn't stop me from seeing this film. I'm not a racist or prejudice in any way. I live in a town where people like me is racist against. I'll watch anything with Clint Eastwood. I hope that he wins a Best Actor Oscar and a third Best Director Oscar." Rating: 5 star

The Day The Earth Stood Still (2009)
"I'm so glad that I ignored the evil film critics. This remake is great. It is similiar to the 1951 original. I did watch the original before I saw the remake. Keanu Reeves was great at Klaatu. I liked GORT in this version a lot better than the one in the original. I recommend that you see this film." Rating: 4 star

88 Minutes
"88 Minutes is a wonderful suspense movie. Al Pacino is a great actor. It is also very fast-paced. If you are into all of the CSI and Law and Order shows, you need to watch 88 Minutes. I recommend it." Rating: 4 stars

The Bank Job
"This would have been a really good movie if it didn't have any sex and nudity in it. It had a good story, but the sex and nudity didn't need to be in it. Stay away from this movie." Rating: 2 stars

Walk Hard: The Dewy Cox Story
"This is one sick movie. Fans of Ray Charles, Johnny Cash and every artists that this movie parodies should stay away from this movie. This film has way too much nudity. I wanted to throw up after watching this movie." Rating: 1 star

And of course...

Fireproof
"Fireproof is a movie that every married and engaged couple should watch. You might learn something from watching this. It might help save your marriage or relationship." Rating: 5 stars

Everyone Is A Critic: WJE45551

One of the things I love about Netflix are the member reviews. When I find someone who interests me I add them to my followers list and keep an eye open for any new reviews.

Here are some from my favorite bible banging, God fearing film critic, WJE45551

Gran Torino
"7 blasphemes (G-damn) in this movie. 71 F-bombs. Way to go Clint. Another AA coming your way I'm sure. Enjoy." Rating: 1 star

The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button
"Definitely not for your 13 year old. Way too much sex, nudity, profanity (3 blasphemes "G-damn). Thanks for more trash UnHolywood." Rating: 1 star

Witless Protection
"This was a pretty good movie (i.e. made me laugh out loud occasionally), but does not live up to Larry's Health Inspector movie, which was much funnier." Rating: 3 stars

The Wrestler
"17, count them 17 blasphemes (G-damn) in this movie. 53 F-bombs. Enjoy." Rating: 1 star

And of course...

Fireproof
"Extremely well done. Very funny scenes. You'll laugh way more than you do at cheesy 'date' movies. Very uplifting. You'll go away smiling rather than regretting what you just watched. This is truly a movie for our time. With so many marriages failing and so many trapped in the addiction of pornography, not to mention so many being lost, this is a story that everyone can benefit from. More movies like this please!" Rating: 5 stars