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The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Wolf of the box office
Wolf of Wall Street
Just an FYI this is a very late review , but I hope some people read this and feel the same, cinema is art and we are running out of films like this due the marvel universe expanding and taking over everything (I'm sure Martin would agree )
This film is a comedy masterpiece possibly the funniest film ever, whether it be Chester Ming, Brad or Jordan played by the maim man Leo himself, this film is as I have already described a masterpiece ether scorcese meant it or not (I'm sure he did ) he has nailed it once again, scorcese pulled every cliche from his book the similarities to goodfellas is almost as bad as joker to taxi driver, this film almost glorifies the crazy and unstable life of Jordan Belford but the last 30 mins bring you back down to earth, a lot like goodfellas you feel the come down, the dread, the consequences of the characters actions, it's brilliant to have this side of the film, I personally feel this is martins modern day classic, his best film since the departed, he just goes for it but that makes me even more exited for his next project whether that be with Leo, Bobby or both.
Thank you
Tommy white.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005)
Modern masterpiece
Always sunny is the greatest American comedy ever, it beats the USA office, Brooklyn 99 and parks and recreation, it is hilarious, offensive and fun, these are themes we rarely have nower days; it's so unique and I believe that the performances in it from Kaitlyn Nelson to Danny de Vito are flawless and can not be faulted the later series are not as good but to have a series run for 12 series and be so consistent is ground breaking, the dialogue and themes throughout the program are so captivating and sometimes it is important as to how to improve as a person, to not fall Into the same routine as the following people; Charlie, Dee, frank and most important Dennis, Glen Howerton is the best actor in the series he is flawless and you believe him to be this psychopathic individual who is so selfish and just cares about his body and looks, to sum all this up as you can tell I love this series and feel so passionate about it, I have even begun to peak
No one will need this but oh well
Thank you
Tommy.
Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood (2019)
Tarantino is back in style
Once upon a time in Hollywood review
Rating 8.3/10
Overall this film is exactly what you think a Tarantino film is, it's wacky, vibrant and it perfectly represents the time of history it is set in. Through set design, film editing and even adverts on the radio. Also with Tarantino films the dialogue is as sharp and witty as ever.
The music through this film, makes you feel like you are in the Cadillacs with the characters like rick and cliff. Like you are either a hippy child with Manson or just a regular LA citizen living another day in the life of an average joe in the swinging sixties.
Also the film editing to show rick in his past/ present films/ tv shows is flawless and really displays what a talented team Tarantino has around him and you cannot blame them for being nominated for so many awards for this, I almost believed that it was rick dalton in that episode of the fbi instead of the originals Burt Reynolds episode.
Brad Pitt puts in one of his most memorable performances in years, this character of cliff really ties in to his personal persona of a mature guy who is not really too bothered about the fame and notoriety he gets with the roles he plays, Brad Pitt will always be eternally cool but this role has cemented him amongst the few actors who can overcome the stereotype of being just a good looking actor, an actor who has depth and who has shown growth throughout his career, Brad Pitt is so much more than just a heartthrob and if people did not see this before this film then they will surely see it now. Cliff is funny, caring and protective this film displayed an example of a role and an actor fitting like a tailor made Armani suit.
Next we come to Margot Robbie who takes the role of the timeless sweetheart Sharon Tate, the film star who was supposed to become the next global superstar. She was one half of one of the original power couples who ruled not just the Hollywood film scene but the global film industry. In the film Margot Robbie portrays Sharon Tate exactly how she was in real life, this was down to Sharon's sister coming on set and having private meetings with miss Robbie and Quentin. I believe this is Margot Robbie's best performance I believe it beats the angered role of Jordan Belford's second wife Naomi in Scorsese's wolf of Wall Street. I think this film shows how Robbie can represent a figure of history and how according to family and close people to miss Tate can show the love and compassion she had for the world before her tragic passing, even in limited screen time.
Leonardo dicaprio's performance in this film beats his performance in the departed and his performance in the blood diamond and even in his Oscar winning performance of the revenant. He plays rick dalton who is the complete the opposite actor of dicaprio, he is an actor that is fading, is limited to the roles he can play, forgets his lines and is unreliable as well as insecure. To play this type of actor being the perfectionist and being the multi layered actor that dicaprio is must have have been extremely difficult for him. I believe the improvised scene in his trailer is one of the best scenes I have ever seen from dicaprio it's almost like he is angry at his character for making him act like this, making him act insecure like this, not sure about his future. Taking this role for dicaprio could have been career suicide especially with a director of Tarantino's reputation and to nail this role in the way he did once again shows that he along with Pitt should belong in the acting hall of fame.
If I am to sum all of this film up then I would say I am looking forward to Tarantino's final movie which will be his 10th film as I believe he recaptured the magic after the hateful 8 and I believe he can once again make a brilliant movie as well that's why I give this a 8.3/10.
Ben: Diary of a Heroin Addict (2008)
Ben's Addiction
This documentary is a eye opening true story about a man who lost his life due to addiction. It shows that no matter what background you are, drugs are dangerous and should not be messed with. I also think this documentary shows the real effects on family life and how it can impact others not just Ben, for example when his father had to go with him to pick up. It shows the strain it puts on family life and the devasting effects of drug addiction.
High on Crack Street: Lost Lives in Lowell (1995)
Recommend
This documentary showed you an insight into a subject that is not normally covered by mainstream television. I believe that this documentary shows you a true insight into the life's of people addicted to crack and it's effects. This documentary is fantastic and I believe that is shows the true side to addiction and why people must avoide it.
Rocky IV (1985)
80's nostalgia
Rocky 4 is one of those films that is over he top and so engrossed in the 80's that despite it not being the best it is almost a good film. This is due to the comedy element included with Pauline and the robot of course. However Stallone clearly lost it after the original film and has made this almost a parody of the original film. I believe that this film is great for a 10 year old who will believe in a boxing match ending the Cold War (like I did when I was younger) However it clearly does not have the same character depth and plot that makes it a compelling and serious story.