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Dog Day Afternoon (1975)
desperation shall prevail...
DOGDAY AFTERNOON
Every movie has a setting. Every movie has a plot. Yet it is only when the two are so heavily dependant on one another, and so intertwined to become the sole backbone of the film, that a movie like Dogday Afternoon comes around. And there are few films that remain faithful to the facts of a real-life true tale. These are things to consider as we witness the historical re-enactment of one of the most famous bank robberies of our time.
From start to finish you will primarily see only two locations in this film's setting: The bank, where history was created, and within the vehicle, where it suddenly ended. Sidney Lumet's emphasis on having nearly an entire film take place behind closed doors illustrates the intensity and heightened tension of every character's situation. The only other scenes that were filmed away from the bank were roughly on par, perhaps, with the number of audaciously performed acts of him emerging from within. Yet most of the pressure arises from the inside. Then people start becoming very hot, very hungry, and very very stir crazy. And whenever Sonny steps outside, he releases all that energy out onto the awaiting crowds, furthermore fueling his supportive fans.
As much as the inhabitants of the bank are gradually exhausting, a phenomenal occurrence takes place; Sonny has won the favor of his own hostages. This fact was one of the most intriguing processes in film history. As the film proceeds from the intro, the majority of the captives slowly unveil their eyes to realize the true nature of Sonny's intentions and motives. They realize that this man is no killer, this man is no lunatic, and for all essential practicality, Sonny (last name) is no criminal.
This feature is truly a milestone in blockbuster history, and any viewer can attest to the captivating journey through history's window of intrigue. This film should have the impact of leaving someone nothing less than speechless, and rendering at least one major conclusion to its purposeful essence: This film is powerfully important.
Many inhabitants of this great planet will make a weekly trip to deposit their hard-earned wages, and many go daily. But next time they step outside their doors, perhaps they should take a closer look at what the mornings atmosphere has to offer. Maybe even take a long drink of the fresh air's pureness. Absorb the finer details of life's greatness and hopefully realize, today just might be a Dog Day Afternoon.
Léon (1994)
As moving as a myriad of melodies.
Until I saw "Oldboy", this was my number one favorite movie. When the introduction scene is setting, any movie goer knows immediately that there is something darkly seductive about this movie; you've only yet had a hint of the film's awe. With the sinister whisperings of dialog and script complimented by a marvelously mind-blowing movie score, the heart of the film beats vibrantly throughout one's senses. The casting calls for celebration, and the acting demands a standing ovation. Witness Gary Oldman's portrayal of a corrupted psychotic cop who's progressively descending down the psycho-pathological trail. Then there's Jean Reno's masterful delivery of Leon, a reclusive and elusive, antisocial slayer for the mob who begins his ascent from his lonely oubliette of despair. This film creates a landmark as Natalie Portman's first noticeable role, and Danny Aiello's last. Brace yourself if you've never embraced Luc Besson's triumphant masterpiece.
Blood, Guts, Bullets and Octane (1998)
Intriguing, splendid B movie
A firm proposition instills opposition with skeptical minds on the make.
And the two with the few become one with the many with merciless souls on the take.
Intriguing conviction in characters' diction had preset the pathway to yearn.
Ladened with larynx and leaded with bullets as bodies end up in the urn.
I have to admit I fell in love with the script at first sight.
Dialogue Dueling with intellectual fueling had left me with pleasant delight.
This Thing of Ours (2002)
unfortunate result of an pottentially good release
This movie is total trash and was directed by a criminal who's is currently serving time as I write this. The idea of the plot, at root, is brilliant and had potential before this fraud of a director and "writer" totally slaughtered their attempt at what could have become a decent movie if fallen into the hands of someone who knows what they are doing. I learned from a credible source that this was a stolen story line.
For the large majority, the acting was great, but the casting was overly ambitious, and quite a few parts were out of their appropriate places. This was a failed attempt for the release of a movie that deserved a better sceenplay, casting, and director. From what I personally noticed, it is obvious that the director is someone who's morale is extremely corrupted, distorted, and detached from any integral character, as one can determine from the ending of the movie. I recommend refraining from financially supporting the revenue of this movie by watching it, as the money will be going into the hands of someone who will use it to commit or support heinous crimes. How unfortunate.