dethimages Reviews

American Psycho II: All American Girl (2002 Video)

Killer Cute!

[9/10 · 13 August 2003]

I continue to be surprised at how poorly this film has been received. I absolutely LOVE IT! I was a big fan of the first one, and was very nervous when I heard there were plans for a sequel. It just didn't make any sense. But once I saw it I was very pleased with it... the key is to ignore the link they try to establish between the first film and this film... it's obvioulsy NOT POSSIBLE to anyone who saw and understood the first one. So just ignore it... it seems to me that someone had a great movie idea but was only able to pitch it as a sequel to something else, so they called it American Psycho II and tweaked the exposition. Taken as a movie on it's own, and NOT as a sequel, it is absolutely adorable. William Shatner still has it! (And based on most of the other performances, I'd say "it" is catching.) The movie does not take itself seriously, even for a second, and that is the key... that's what makes it great instead of stupid. It KNOWS it's ridiculous, and it is HAPPY that way. But to work, the viewers also have to not take it (or themselves) seriously... so relax and enjoy!

Silent Tongue (1993)

Good film, but not for everyone.

[9/10 · 13 August 2003]

This is a well written movie with fantastic performances by basically the whole cast. Is it a little boring? YES... but it is still a strong film. May not be for those who like a lot of action, or like things to make sense all the time. It's an aquired taste, and is not a good party movie, but I will always respect it as a very good film.

The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)

Fantastic but long.

[9/10 · 13 August 2003]

The Last Temptation of Christ can be difficult to watch, both due to length and content, but it is worth it! The performances are terrific and the imagery is vivid and focused. Every shot is perfect just the way it is... nothing is missing and nothing could be removed. And of course, it is difficult to mention this film without giving kudos to Peter Gabriel for his powerful and moving score, that both support the film and take the emotional reactions to the film to new heights.