See it for yourself and don't let the critics sway you! My family (9yr old son, 25 yr old son, im 45 and hubby is 55) saw it knowing the critics hate for this movie so maybe it helped to have such low expectations but regardless it was very entertaining. You have to be OK with depp's similar quirky shtick (as seen in pirates, alice in wonderland, Willy wonka, etc). we found depp very funny and his banter with hammer was laugh out loud funny at times (great comedic timing for both characters). yes it has its share of violence so maybe its not for younger ones. it was worth the ticket price and that is always a good thing.. take it for what it is ...just a movie and enjoy the ride. not many westerns appeal to me but this retro remake was a great surprise. SEE IT FOR YOURSELF!
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Water for Elephants
(2011)
Wonderful surprise of a movie
23 April 2011
Warning: Spoilers
Such a wonderful surprise that the screenplay was able to be translated so beautifully. I expected to be disappointed and saw early reviews that the chemistry between Reese and Robert was serious lacking. Maybe my low expectations helped my experience, but regardless, I was transported back in time and fell in love with all of it.
WHile some of the movie deviated from the book, I was most surprised that the story behind the title "Water for Elephants" was not at all addressed. The character in the retirement home who claimed to work for a circus by bringing water for elephants was what infuriated Jacob and sent him into his final depression. Jacob really knew that you don't bring an elephant water in buckets. He knew this and yet no one believed him and combined with his children abandoning him sent him across the street to the circus. I would have liked to have seen this part in the movie.
Otherwise, if you want a romance, drama, action and comedy and most of all a peek into a different world altogether, I highly suggest anyone put all expectations aside and go for a beautiful ride.
WHile some of the movie deviated from the book, I was most surprised that the story behind the title "Water for Elephants" was not at all addressed. The character in the retirement home who claimed to work for a circus by bringing water for elephants was what infuriated Jacob and sent him into his final depression. Jacob really knew that you don't bring an elephant water in buckets. He knew this and yet no one believed him and combined with his children abandoning him sent him across the street to the circus. I would have liked to have seen this part in the movie.
Otherwise, if you want a romance, drama, action and comedy and most of all a peek into a different world altogether, I highly suggest anyone put all expectations aside and go for a beautiful ride.
Remember Me
(I) (2010)
See it for yourself!
25 March 2010
I have to admit - I only went to see this because of Robert Pattinson. I am a fan of the books and so many of you might stop reading here -DON'T!!! I promise that I am still normal enough to be unbiased.
This movie was by far much better than the critics have rated it. It is by no means an Oscar worthy movie but it's a very compelling and deeply emotional story that tears at your heart and takes you on a wild emotional roller coaster. Rob Pattinson is surprisingly a good actor (I'm a fan but still admit the acting in the Twilight films is painful at best). His American accent needs some work and I will look forward to seeing him in a role when he isn't brooding - but I still think he did very well portraying his heavy-loaded character. The chemistry between he and Emile is believable and even the substantial amount of family dysfunction was relateable on most levels. The ending was a bit of a surprise (and not sure it was necessary to the story) but after I thought about it more, I decided it really only adds to the overall message - our life on earth is short and love like there is no tomorrow. I walked away wiping away my tears but feeling more appreciative of my life and I couldn't wait to go home and kiss my sleeping son. For those possibly offended by the ending, I believe the ending was tastefully done (if such a thing is possible given the circumstances). There was no glorification or sensationalism -just an added piece of the message to remind us of how life can be. So many people have a certain life one minute and the next - it's completely altered. This ending was, in a small way, a much needed reminder to cherish each moment we have.
Everyone is different so maybe the level of tragedy in this story is too much for some. Maybe the masses are overcooked with RPATZ frenzy to even give it a chance. For me this movie was a difficult and emotion-stirring journey that I'm happy I took. I think many will feel the same - give it a chance.
This movie was by far much better than the critics have rated it. It is by no means an Oscar worthy movie but it's a very compelling and deeply emotional story that tears at your heart and takes you on a wild emotional roller coaster. Rob Pattinson is surprisingly a good actor (I'm a fan but still admit the acting in the Twilight films is painful at best). His American accent needs some work and I will look forward to seeing him in a role when he isn't brooding - but I still think he did very well portraying his heavy-loaded character. The chemistry between he and Emile is believable and even the substantial amount of family dysfunction was relateable on most levels. The ending was a bit of a surprise (and not sure it was necessary to the story) but after I thought about it more, I decided it really only adds to the overall message - our life on earth is short and love like there is no tomorrow. I walked away wiping away my tears but feeling more appreciative of my life and I couldn't wait to go home and kiss my sleeping son. For those possibly offended by the ending, I believe the ending was tastefully done (if such a thing is possible given the circumstances). There was no glorification or sensationalism -just an added piece of the message to remind us of how life can be. So many people have a certain life one minute and the next - it's completely altered. This ending was, in a small way, a much needed reminder to cherish each moment we have.
Everyone is different so maybe the level of tragedy in this story is too much for some. Maybe the masses are overcooked with RPATZ frenzy to even give it a chance. For me this movie was a difficult and emotion-stirring journey that I'm happy I took. I think many will feel the same - give it a chance.
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