Paul Blart: MallCop
is one of America’s best clean, comedic movies of the year. With a simple
script that reminds us that goodness, honesty, heart, and courage in any occupation
can lead to the happiest of endings, Kevin James, the exceptionally likable lead actor in The King of Queens television series, shows us in an all-around-fun way that success comes to those who believe
that high performance is not dictated by the status of the job, but by the
integrity that exists inside of a person.
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Mall
Security Guard Paul Blart (Kevin James) finds that courage and quick thinking
can save even the worst of mall days.
Additional Thanks
Thank
you to Director Steve Carr for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive
Producer Jeff Sussman for making the film possible. Cast
include: Keir O’Donnell, Jayma Mays, Raini Rodriguez, Shirley Knight, Stephen Rannazzisi, Peter Gerety, Bobby Cannavale, and Adam Ferrara.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes.
Director Steve Carr (from Daddy Day Care (2003) and Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001)) shows remarkable
skill in capturing the comedic essence of the story through timing and
outstanding camera direction. Video Critique Available Here:
K-Pax requires mental involvement and full attention to detail. It’s a sit
down and watch film that does not give allowance for missing a scene as the
story is a tightly woven piece of art…a ‘think’ movie…no getting up to make
popcorn while the movie runs. Both Jeff Bridges and Kevin Spacey ‘strut’ their
acting skills in each scene and terrifically compliment each other without
upscaling in a single scene. This well-written story is a product that is an
actor and director’s dream come true. A good film to add to the home video
library because it can be watched again and again…good entertainment piece for
guests. Don’t forgo this one due to its
lack-luster title…it far outshines the title.
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A man, who says he is an alien, is arrested and admitted to a mental institution and his assigned physician delves deeply into his past.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Iain Softley for
directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Susan G. Pollack, Thank you to producer Robert F. Colesberry, Lawrence Gordon,
and Lloyd Levin for making the film possible. Cast includes: Kevin Spacey, Jeff
Bridges, Mary McCormack, Alfie Woodard, David Patrick Kelly, Saul Williams, Peter Gerety, Celia Weston, Ajay Naidu, Tracy Vilar, Melanee Murray, John Toles-Bey, Kimberly Scott, and Conchata Ferrell.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?Yes. Good film to add to the home video
library. The movie is an absorbing watch from beginning to end and works like a
very good mystery. The ending perfectly creates and invites discussion about its meaning/interpretation. It’s a wonderful
watch from beginning to end. Thank you to everyone involved in making this
movie happen.
Phoebe in Wonderland—WOW!—watch it and know that Elle Fanning has
talent that many actors and actresses cannot fully access over many years of hard
work. The ability to pull the most from her character would seem impossible.
But her access to the personality of Phoebe is incredible. The movie can seem
complicated but it is that complication that allows an immediate second watch. Watch
for an ending that the audience will have to think about before the ‘AHA’ moment comes. This movie provides a terrific look at imaginary friends, repetitive behavior, deep involvement in
visual processing that blurs the edge of ‘reality,' and mental imaging. Good
work for all involved in this movie’s production.
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A
young girl struggles in school and finds some relief in acting.
Additional Thanks
Thank you to Director Daniel Barnz for directing
effort. Thank you to Producers Ben Barnz and Lynette Howell for making the film
possible. Cast includes: Elle Fanning, Felicity Huffman, Patrica Clarkson, Bill
Pullman, Campbell Scott, Peter Gerety, and Bailee Madison.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. This film is quite a good show. Kind of
wonderful in its own way. Very creative, fresh, and, unfortunately, easy to pass over. Don’t
miss this one. Inspiring. Good work for all involved.
Wow. My Dog Tulip is a surprisingly excellent
story as interpreted with quaint, hand-drawn characters animated by Paul and
Sandra Fierlinger. Despite some scenes which may not be appropriate for younger
audiences, the story plays well with Christopher Plummer narrating J. R.
Ackerley’s narrative about a rescued female German Shepherd named Tulip.
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The film poignantly details the
conflicts and simple moments that J. R. Ackerley (Christopher Plummer) shares
with Tulip while Tulip gradually ingratiates herself into the elevated position
of ‘Man’s Best Friend’.
Additional Thanks
Thank you to
Directors Paul Fierlinger and Sandra Fierlinger for directing efforts. Thank
you to Producers Howard Kaminsky, Frank Pellegrino, and Norman Twain for making
the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: J.R. Ackerly (voice of
Christopher Plummer), Nancy/Greengrocer’s Wife (voice of Lynn Redgrave), Ms.
Canvenini (voice of Isabella Rossellini), Mr. Plum/Pugilist (voice of Peter
Gerety), Army Veterinarian (voice of Paul Hecht), Captain Pugh/Mr. Blandish
(voice of Brian Murray), and Bicyclist/Rude Veterinarian (voice of Euan Morton).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes.
Directors and writers of
the screenplay, Paul and Sandra Fierlinger, show adept skill in telling a
simple and yet complex story in a manner entertaining for the adult mind.
Christopher Plummer’s voice welcomes viewers into the story. Video Critique Available Here:
