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The Dark Knight (IMAX, Third Viewing)

I'm surprised at how much I picked up during my third viewing of the film. It was much more enjoyable to watch but I came across many details I had previously missed. I hadn't seen the film since July 30 so it felt fresh and the excitement was all there.

There's constant talk especially around Oscar season with people saying certain films are overrated. Many feel this way about The Dark Knight and I know several people who feel that way for Slumdog Millionaire. Honestly, The Dark Knight is beautifully constructed. Heath Ledger, as I've said many times before, is brilliant every second he's on screen. The cinematography makes you feel like you're a young kid watching a movie for the first time. Everything flows and it's such a great film.

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Rope

I throughouly enjoyed this film for several reasons. Rope is quite possibly one of Alfred Hitchcock's most technical yet simplistic films. The film begins with Brandon and Phillip, two young men who murder their college roomate just before a dinner party. The film consists of only ten takes and takes place in real time. Hitchcock creatively uses his filming techniques to make each cut look seamingless. This puts the viewer directly into the action and adds the suspense; after all, this was what Hitchcock was famous for.

The cinematography, performances and set design make this film what it is. Joan Chandler steals the film with every line she delivers. James Stewart does an incredible job with the character of Rupert Cadell and is quite amazing during the final few minutes of the film. Rope is filmed beautifully and is truly a testament to how great, and fun, filmmaking can be.

[yerazhishda]

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Burn After Reading - 9/10

Saw this in the discount movie theatres this past weekend. It has George Clooney, Brad Pitt and John Malkovich in it. It's sort of a "spy-thriller-comedy" film and is nothing short of hilarious. I especially love how John Malkovich acts in this movie, very funny! This is one of those movies that if you want to get your mind off the world, you should see.

The only reason I gave it a "9" and not a "10" was due to the fact that I wish it had been longer.

[TomServo]

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In "The Rural Juror," an episode of television's 30 Rock, Tina Fey explains how she avoids telling her struggling actress friend Jane Krakowski how she truly feels about the atrocious productions she appears in -- by complementing a single aspect of them that isn't so bad.

That said, Revolutionary Road was beautifully designed: cinematography, costumes, and sets -- all top-notch.

Now read Stephanie Zacharek's review for the rest.

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Why not go see it?

I have to finsih my university applications.

I didn't even know it was released; I knew it would be limited release but they pick chose Laemmle.

[Pazooki]

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I am so jealous. I probably won't be able to see it until sometime in February.

Say nothing in this thread. I have been waiting how long for this film?

Why not go see it?

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oooh cant wait tomorrow ima go see "Che, Part One: The Argentinian." I'll tell you guys all about it.

I am so jealous. I probably won't be able to see it until sometime in February.

Say nothing in this thread. I have been waiting how long for this film?

[Pazooki]

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oooh cant wait tomorrow ima go see "Che, Part One: The Argentinian." I'll tell you guys all about it.

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Man on Wire

In this suspenseful documentary, we enter the life of Philippe Petit, a daring tightrope walker who made his way across the World Trade Center's twin towers in 1974. I wasn't at all surprised when I discovered the director's intentions were to film this documentary as a hesit film. Petit's commentary keeps you at the edge of your seat throughout the entire film. This documentary, overall, is filmed quite beautifully. Definitely the best documentary I have seen from 2008. It would probably make my top ten list of my favorite films of 2008.

Irma la Douce

After seeing The Apartment, I had to see the many collaborations of Billy Wilder and Jack Lemmon. Irma la Douce tells the story of a Paris streetwalker who meets an honest policeman. When jealousy erupts, Nestor (Jack Lemmon) does everything he possibly can to make sure Irma (Shirley MacLaine) doesn't sleep with any other men. Although at times the film comes to a rather slow hault, Lemmon and MacLaine are brilliant and have great chemistry. The two actors, including Lou Jacobi who plays the bartendar, Moustache, keep the film alive. Worth a watch but not the best work from either the director or these two brilliant actors.

[Siamanto]

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Of course. Bardem's character was extraordinary and brilliantly constructed. It was a powerful performance; very captivating and haunting. There is obviously more depth to his character in No Country for Old Men compared to the romantic lover in Vicky Cristina Barcelona. It's like comparing day and night; both great films, however.

I agree with the explanation.

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