Alex Whitman (Matthew Perry) is a New Yorker sent to Las Vegas to oversee a construction project. There he meets Isabel Fuentes (Salma Hayek) and some serious chemistry brings them together for one night. But Alex doesn't see Isabel again until 3 months later, when he learns that she is pregnant. On a whim and a prayer, he proposes. However, there's more to marriage than a Vegas chapel and an Elvis impersonator, as Alex and Isabel soon learn
Overall, Fools Rush In follows the same formula of any romantic comedy - Two people fall in love and then a problem arises that breaks them apart for a period of time and then eventually one of them wakes up, the problem is resolved, they say I love you and live happily ever after. - I know, but I still absolutely love this film. There's just something so delightful and enchanting about it. Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek are both so loveable and the story is fresh and vibrant with a big heart. It's one of my all-time favourite movies.
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Big Fish
(2003)
Big visuals and big heart
24 May 2004
Throughout his life, Edward Bloom (Ewan McGregor) has always been a man of big appetites, enormous passions and tall tales. In his later years,(Albert Finney) however, he remains a mystery to his son, William (Billy Crudup). Now, sitting by his father's deathbed, Will is forced to get to know the real man. By piecing together a true picture of his father from flashbacks of Edward's amazing adventures, he is finally able to understand the great man that his father was. Big Fish is a movie that is as dazzling to watch as it is moving emotionally. I love how it's slightly exaggerated in certain parts and the humour is very subtle. The cinematography is fantastic, the scene when Sandra opens her window and sees Edward standing in a field of daffodils planted there just for her is just incredible. The film has a great cast of actors. Ewan McGregor is probably the best thing in the film, not just because he's basically the life of the story, but the guy can anything, any role he takes on he shines. Albert Finney is also pretty good, I love the scene when he tells Josephine about how he and Sandra met, how he sort of flirts with her at the beginning. I must admit that I'm not the biggest Tim Burton fan, although I do watch his films, most of them anyway. I think Big Fish is one of his best, it's got a bit of everything. Emotion, humour and of course the Tim Burton touch with the surreal visuals. Overall, Big Fish is one-hell-of-a good movie.
The Others
(2001)
Chills you to the bone every time you watch it!
29 July 2003
While waiting for her husband to return from the war, Grace (Nicole Kidman) and her two children live in a secluded island mansion. Because of the children's incurable condition, the three of them are forced to live a lonely existence behind locked doors, drawn curtains and dim candlelight. Then one day, when a three mysterious servants arrive, strange things begin to happen within the house. Soon, Grace finds herself in a terrifying battle to save her children from these daunting intruders, and to keep her sanity at the same time.
Out of everything in this film, the thing that stands out the most is Nicole's flawless portrayal of Grace, a woman pushed to the edge, by something she can't control. Nicole Kidman has always been my favourite actress (watch Moulin Rouge and you'll understand why). She is truly one of the best actresses in Hollywood today. The way she inhabits the character, and really lives in her skin is incredible. As Grace struggles to uncover the truth about these scary intruders, she becomes quite frightening herself. But towards the end of the movie when she begins to understand, you really see true emotion in her undying love for her children and her willingness to risk anything for them. The rest of the cast also pull off strong performances, especially the children, since they are big parts of the story. Another thing that really stood out was the role the atmosphere played in the movie. Darkness and silence are key to the suspense, tension and mystery of the whole picture and are both well orchestrated well. Overall, not one of the most scariest movies in the world, but definitely full of enough suspense, tension, shocks and surprises to satisfy anyone.
Out of everything in this film, the thing that stands out the most is Nicole's flawless portrayal of Grace, a woman pushed to the edge, by something she can't control. Nicole Kidman has always been my favourite actress (watch Moulin Rouge and you'll understand why). She is truly one of the best actresses in Hollywood today. The way she inhabits the character, and really lives in her skin is incredible. As Grace struggles to uncover the truth about these scary intruders, she becomes quite frightening herself. But towards the end of the movie when she begins to understand, you really see true emotion in her undying love for her children and her willingness to risk anything for them. The rest of the cast also pull off strong performances, especially the children, since they are big parts of the story. Another thing that really stood out was the role the atmosphere played in the movie. Darkness and silence are key to the suspense, tension and mystery of the whole picture and are both well orchestrated well. Overall, not one of the most scariest movies in the world, but definitely full of enough suspense, tension, shocks and surprises to satisfy anyone.
Chicago
(2002)
Enjoyable, but somewhat overrated
25 July 2003
Warning: Spoilers
Roxie Hart (Renée Zellweger) is a naive young woman who would do anything to become famous. At the beginning of the movie we see her with Fred Casely the furniture salesman she's having an affair with and who says he's got "connections" to people in showbiz. When Roxie finds out that Fred just said that to get her into bed she kills him. When the police arrive she tries to pin it on her husband Amos (John C. Reilly), but is sent to jail instead. Once there, she meets Matron 'Mama' Morton (Queen Latifah) who's motto is "When you're good to Mama, Mama's good to you" and her idol Velma Kelly (Catherine Zeta-Jones), who turns out to be not that nice. With Mama's help, Roxie hires Billy Flynn (Richard Gere) a hot-shot lawyer who has never lost a case. To get Roxie off, Billy's plan is to get her on to the front page and win some sympathy with the "sweet and innocent" angle. His plan works, Roxie becomes famous and steals the spotlight from Velma Kelly, Billy's other client.
**Note there may be some minor spoilers** After seeing Moulin Rouge (which is my favourtie movie of all time), I was really excited to see Chicago, and I have to say overall I wasn't disappointed. It was really well directed/choreographed and the editing was amazing, however I think the performances were somewhat overrated. I don't think Catherine deserved the Oscar, if any of the cast deserved it, it was Renée. I love the way she brings a naive quality to a lot of her characters, not just Roxie Hart but others like Bridget Jones (Bridget Jone's Diary) and Barbra Novak (Down with Love) and her singing was also good. The best part of Catherine's performance was her "All that Jazz" number, it just goes to show hard work equals great results. As for Richard Gere all I can say about him is, the guy can't sing to save his life! well when he sings at a normal level he's sounds ok, but when he hits the high notes (which is at the end all his numbers) lets just say it's not the sweetest sound in the world. Queen Latifah and John C. Reilly both do good jobs with the little screen time they have. My favourite musical numbers are "Cell Block Tango"; "Mr Cellophane" and "All that Jazz". Now the question is Chicago or Moulin? And I have to say that even though I really did enjoy Chicago and can't wait until it comes on DVD (August 19!) I still have to go with my beloved Moulin Rouge. Because the whole production of the movie was better - the costumes, sets, acting, singing and there was more to Moulin Rouge's story. And even though I say this, I would still recommend Chicago to any musical lover out there, it is definitely worth watching.
**Note there may be some minor spoilers** After seeing Moulin Rouge (which is my favourtie movie of all time), I was really excited to see Chicago, and I have to say overall I wasn't disappointed. It was really well directed/choreographed and the editing was amazing, however I think the performances were somewhat overrated. I don't think Catherine deserved the Oscar, if any of the cast deserved it, it was Renée. I love the way she brings a naive quality to a lot of her characters, not just Roxie Hart but others like Bridget Jones (Bridget Jone's Diary) and Barbra Novak (Down with Love) and her singing was also good. The best part of Catherine's performance was her "All that Jazz" number, it just goes to show hard work equals great results. As for Richard Gere all I can say about him is, the guy can't sing to save his life! well when he sings at a normal level he's sounds ok, but when he hits the high notes (which is at the end all his numbers) lets just say it's not the sweetest sound in the world. Queen Latifah and John C. Reilly both do good jobs with the little screen time they have. My favourite musical numbers are "Cell Block Tango"; "Mr Cellophane" and "All that Jazz". Now the question is Chicago or Moulin? And I have to say that even though I really did enjoy Chicago and can't wait until it comes on DVD (August 19!) I still have to go with my beloved Moulin Rouge. Because the whole production of the movie was better - the costumes, sets, acting, singing and there was more to Moulin Rouge's story. And even though I say this, I would still recommend Chicago to any musical lover out there, it is definitely worth watching.
Moulin Rouge!
(2001)
One of the best movies of all time!
22 July 2003
Christian (Ewan McGregor) a talent young writer defies his wealthy father by moving to Montmartre Paris to live the life of a Bohemian. On the night of his arrival, he's taken to the Moulin Rouge, a wild nightclub that caters to the rich and powerful. There he meets Satine (Nicole Kidman) the Sparkling Diamond and star of the Moulin Rouge. Then in a twist of events, Christian lands a job at the Moulin Rouge, as the writer of Spectacular Spectacular. From the first night they meet, sparks fly between Christian and Satine, and by the time rehearsals really start you can tell this isn't just a small fling, it's deep meanful love. Now, I saw this movie the first weekend it came out in theatres, and that was two years ago (2001). Since then I have seen it probably about 20 times (don't ask why I'm only writing a comment now). Everything about this movie is brilliant, the costumes, the sets, the music and the story. But the best thing is the acting. The chemistry between Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman is phenomenal, they really sell the fact that they are in love through their singing and emotional performances. Another amazing thing is the way the two actors take their characters and help them grown up through out the coarse of the movie. We first see Ewan as the innocent and naive Christian who arrives in Paris with his idealistic youthful ideas of love, but towards the end of the film he changes Christian into a more mature man who has been scarred by losing something he loved very dearly, he makes you really feel the pain he's in. Nicole makes Satine an ambitious and do-anything-it-takes star who has men melting at her feet at the beginning of the movie, but then turns her into this vulnerable and desperate (and dying) woman who just wants to be loved. Another thing that I love about this film is how the whole cast (not just Ewan and Nicole) transmit on to the screen how much fun they all had making this movie. Which makes it even more enjoyable to watch. I know that this kind of movie doesn't appeal to everyone, but I guarantee that if you were to give it a try and sit through some of the more weirder parts, by the end of the it you'll be saying: "Now that was a good movie."
Little Voice
(1998)
Overall a sweet, charming movie.
20 July 2003
LV (Jane Horrocks) is a painfully shy young girl who can never say a word, because her blatant mother's always got her mouth open. She lives in her room, immersed in her music, and only comes alive when she sees the ghost of her father. LV finds comfort in Billy (Ewan McGregor) who is almost as shy as her, but is brave enough to try to forge a quiet friendship with her. One night LV is overheard by one of her mother's new boyfriends Ray Say (Michael Caine), a desperate talent agent who is convinced he has hit the Jackpot, but makes the mistake of forcing LV on to the stage. Overall, this was a very touching movie, there were some really funny moments and all the performances were really well done. From Ewan McGregor's love for pigeons to Jane Horrock's inability to answer the phone. But the thing I really loved about this movie was the relationship between LV and Billy. They're both really quiet people, who need someone talk to. Billy is almost like an escape for LV because he doesn't make her do or be anything other then herself. He can see a really nice person inside and instead of forcing his company on her he does it quietly and gently, helping her come out of her shell when she's ready.
Down with Love
(2003)
Adorable, cute and down right irresistible!
18 May 2003
I loved this movie!! Everything about it was great! The sets, the costumes and of course the acting.You know, even though I love Renée Zellweger, Nicole Kidman has always been my favourite.however after seeing this movie, Renée just might take the top spot.She and Ewan are perfect together. I read somewhere, that Renée personally picked Ewan to play Catcher Block, and all I have to say, is good choice! I went to see this with a friend, and at the end of Renée's 5 minute monologue, we both looked just like Ewan did when she finished.I have to admit that it is a bit over the top, but hey! Moulin Rouge and Chicago were a little too, and they're my favourite movies! I recommend to anyone who loves romantic comedies to go and see this you'll have a blast!
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