My most anticipated 2008 movies

Funny Games U.S. by Michael Haneke
The Happening by M. Night Shyamalan
Revolutionary Road by Sam Mendes
Synecdoche, New York by Charlie Kaufman
Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull by Steven Spielberg
The Dark Knight by Christopher Nolan
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by David Fincher
The Lovely Bones by Peter Jackson
The Fighter by Darren Aronofsky
Burn After Reading by Coen brothers
Valkyrie by Bryan Singer
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Few guilty pleasures like latest Rambo, newer bond movie + mummy 3 etc.

Snakes on a Plane Movie Review

Starring: Samuel L. Jackson
Directed by: David Richard Ellis

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This is one of the rediculous movies i have seen in a while. Movie starts with Sean Jones, Played by Nathan Phillips, is a typical surfer whose life is in danger when he witnesses a brutal murder by legendary mob boss Eddie Kim, played by Byron Lawson. FBI Agent Neville Flynn, played by Samuel L. Jackson, was sent to escort Sean to LA so that he can testify in the court case and put Eddie behind bars. But, Eddie has his own plans. His team put a crate of the world's most poisonous snakes on board the plane and sets a timer that will release the snakes at a certain altitude. Soon, all hell breaks loose as the poisonous reptiles begin to run rampant and the innocent flyers are the entire target. The plot for this movie is shockingly simple & completely illogical except at the opening credits, areal shot was very good. There is zero attempt to make anything make sense, including script, things happen without explanation & as usual you will see Samuel L. Jackson brand mark dialogs(includes his famous line "I am tired of these motherf***ing snakes on this motherf***king plane!" )etc. There is no scope to act, everyone have to go with the flow of events. Not for art movie lovers or intellectuals. Looking for fun ride, this movie fits the bill. Pure 70’s B grade action thriller movie with latest technology.

The Bourne Ultimatum Movie Review

Starring: Matt Damon
Director: Paul Greengrass

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If you’re thinking of going to see this film then first watch parts 1 & 2 before. Then only you can understand this movie better. I loved the first two Bourne movies and thought they got better as the stories carried on. In this, the third film of the Bourne Trilogy, you will find Jason brought out of hiding by Guardian reporter, Simon Ross, played by Paddy Considine, who is trying to unveil the CIA based 'Operation Blackbriar'; the program which effectively trained Bourne to become the proficient killing machine. Seeing the reporter as his last chance of finding out his true identity, Jason sets out in pursuit, only to find himself embroiled in a constant battle with 'Blackbriar” gang. From London, to Morocco, to New York; the Cat and mouse game of assassinations, lies and deceit provides a thrilling and tense battle. This movie got ton’s of action (right from the begin to end but it lacks realism like part 1 & 2) A case of Hollywood saying Americans rule the world and can do what we like anywhere on this planet? While CIA looking for him, Bourne happily moves around the world, enter’s into CIA building etc. Also title was not apt compared to first two movies. They carried over book name to film. Though Bourne Ultimatum script got some issues, it has its positive points too. The music was major plus point to keep suspense and interest. (Annoying at few scenes) The long scene in London Waterloo station where Bourne tries to make a contact with a reporter is a masterful work. Matt Damon was very energetic in his role & he was perfect fit for the role& did great job. Paul Greengrass's direction was solid like part two and his use of fast cuts and an unsteady camera is major plus for this kind of fast action packed thriller. All three movies make a very exiting trilogy & its ending is wide open. We can expect more movies.

Wife vs Secretary (1936) movie review

Starring: Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, Myrna Loy


Directed by: Clarence Brown

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Brief story, Van, played by Clark Gable, a president of a rich publishing empire, who is in love with his wife Linda, played by Myrna Lloyd. Gable has a beautiful secretary, played by Jean Harlow, who becomes an indispensable part of his company. Initially everything looks fine for Linda even though Van and Harlow working late at night.
However when her mother in law makes a careless comment & later by her friend comments, non-jealous Linda suspicious of her husband’s actions & later subsequent events put that trust into doubt. Rest of the story revolves what happened to their lives.
Overall this is nice little entertaining movie with some great acting by top-notch cast and wonderful writing & nice insights into human nature.

Last weekend movies

The Maltese Falcon{1941}(9) Wonderful detective move with good plot twists & great characters and very good dialogs engages the viewer interest till the end.

Latest movie watched

SCOOP (6/10): A lightweight, predictable, forgettable Woody's movie.