HEIDI (Theatrical Release Austria 2015)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.6|5.0 Starsììì

Heidi, if Shirley Temple had not already made this movie in 1937, this 2015 Austrian remake of the Heidi story would be considered quite good. Unfortunately, the original Heidi stands alone as do the originals of The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Wizard of Oz, Annie, Gone With the Wind, Giant, To Kill A Mockingbird, Marty, 12 Angry Men, It’s A Wonderful Life, The Godfather, Rocky (to name just a few) movies that do not ever need to be remade. While one hesitates to say that this 2015 remake is a poor remake of the original 1937 film, it just cannot compare to the original movie. It does have some unique perks, but it fails to capture that complete innocence that the first Shirley Temple caught so exquisitely so that it is unduplicatable. This film does not have the flow and continuity that the original Heidi has and does not capture the realism nor the reason of the first 1937 movie. Some scenes are randomly thrown in without good transitioning as though the editing department either did not have enough film to provide good transitioning or the script was written in such a manner that there was no proper reason for the scene to be there. An example is the sledding scene. There seemed to be no real preparation for that scene.

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Storyline

An orphan girl is left in the care of a grandfather high in the Swiss Alps.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Alain Gsponer for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Jakob Claussen, Lukas Hobi, Ulrike Putz, and Reto Schärli for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Heidi (Anuk Steffen), Dete (Anna Schinz), Barbel (Lilian Naef), Alpöhi (Bruno Ganz), Pfarrer (Peter Jecklin), Senner (Christoph Gaugler), Geissenpeter (Quirin Agrippi), Geissenpeterin (Rebecca Indermaur), Grossmutter (Monica Gubser), Dörfler (Arthur Bühler), Frau im Dorf (Marietta Jemmi), Sebastian (Peter Lohmeyer), Fräulein Rottenmeier (Katharina Schüttler), Klara (Isabelle Ottmann), and Tinette (Jella Haase).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. Industry professionals may want to view the two movies side by side to see why the first was so much better than the second as a study. But, the audience will definitely want to see the first Heidi to get the impact of story and quality of story on first view. The 1937 version deserves a permanent place in the family home video library as a quality classic family share movie that has terrific re-watchable status through many, many years.

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PATRIOTS DAY (Theatrical Release USA 2016)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.6|5.0 Starsìììì

Patriots Day—not a movie that one gets to see every day—works because of its emotional sense, excellent acting, and good portrayal of story. It’s a story of injustice done and good people who work to right that injustice.  Great work for Director Peter Berg (The Kingdom and Lone Survivor) for using very good directing skills to move this film along so well. Great work for Mark Wahlberg, John Goodman, J.K. Simmons, and Kevin Bacon for delivering a believable and realistic story filled with heart, suspense, and action. Good timing of scenes and events.

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Storyline

The story examines the manhunt for the persons responsible for the Boston Marathon bombing.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Peter Berg for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Louis G. Friedman, Eric Johnson, Dan Wilson, Nicholas David Nesbitt, John Logan Pierson, and Paul Tamasy for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Tommy Saunders (Mark Wahlberg), Young Police Officers (Dicky Eklund Jr.), Young Police Officers (Michael Marchand), Harrold (Rhet Kidd), Commissioner Ed Davis (John Goodman), Officer Outside Harrold’s (Frank Czarnowski), Patrick Downes (Christopher O’Shea), Jessica Kensky (Rachel Brosnahan), Officer Sean Collier (Jake Picking), Li (Lana Condor), MIT Grad Students (Jerry Dwyer Jr., Patrick Wensing, Michael Chuah, and Sang-bae Kim), and Carol Saunders.

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. A need-to-be-made movie aptly captures the human spirit and ingenuity to take down evil.

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SNIPER: SPECIAL OPS (DVD Release Netherlands 2016)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.0|5.0 Starsììì

Sniper: Special Ops has a terrific title but does not deliver on the title. Most of the challenge revolves around portrayal of story line. Steven Segal does not assume his character role well nor do the rest of the cast. The supporting cast has the brawn, but do not have the acting ability to put the story across well on screen. It seems not enough budget has been allowed for special effects so that some of the fault in the movie could be partially redeemed in outstanding effects.

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Storyline

Special Ops team disobeys orders and returns to a village to rescue soldiers.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Fred Olen Ray for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Zelma Kiwi and Steven Seagal for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Jake (Steven Seagal), Vasquez (Rob Van Dam), Vic (Tim Abell), Janet (Charlene Amola), Rich (Daniel Booko), Tyler (Jason-Shane Scott), Bashir (Anthony Batarse), Marcus (Gerald Webb), Doc (Jeff Bosley), Miller (Matthew Anderson), Charlie (Paul Logan), Cooper (John Henry Richardson), Jackson (Dale Dye), Jada (Rita Khori), and Abdul (Shary Nassimi).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

No. Try the movie Sniper (1993) instead. Sniper allows deeper insight into the life of a sniper and the grit it takes to execute this occupation.

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STAND AND DELIVER (Theatrical Release USA 1988)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.4|5.0 Starsìììì

Stand and Deliver—the slow start leaves the audience with a ‘not sure where this film is going in relation to how good or bad it’s going to be', but once into the story, one begins to feel the direction of the film. This movie reminds one of Freedom Writers, a story all about changing lives for the better. The movie emphasizes repetitive good work makes a difference and changes the world into a better place. Great work for Director Ramon Mendez for showing the power of love and steadfast endurance go a long way toward changing outcomes. This story shows the best in people. WOW! What a film! Great acting by Edward James Olmos.

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Storyline

A high school teacher teaches drop out students the art of calculus.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Ramón Menéndez for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producer Lindsay Law for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Jaime Escalante (Edward James Olmos), Secretary (Estelle Harris), Cop (Mark Phelan), Raquel Ortega (Virginia Paris), Tito (Eliot), Sexy Girl (Adelaida Avarex), Pancho (Will Gotay), Javier (Patrick Baca), Lupe (Ingrid Oliu), Molina (Carmen Argenziano), Heavy Metal Boy (Richard Martinez), Fabiola Escalante (Rosanna DeSoto), Claudia (Karla Montana), Ana (Vanessa Marquez), Chuco (Daniel Villarreal), and Angel (Lou Diamond Phillips).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Inspirational film about dedication to teaching and ensuring a better future for children through education.

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STAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT (Theatrical Release UK 1996)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì

Star Trek: First Contact—superficial acting, lacks believability—does not clearly define where its story is leading. The special effects are dated and unrealistic.

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Storyline

The Borg time travel to keep Earth from its first contact with aliens.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Jonathan Frakes for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producer Marty Hornstein for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Picard (Patrick Stewart), Riker (Jonathan Frakes), Data (Brent Spiner), Geordi (LeVar Burton), Worf (Michael Dorn), Beverly (Gates McFadden), Troi (Marina Sirtis), Lily (Alfre Woodard), Zefram Cochrane (James Cromwell), Borg Queen (Alice Krige), Security Officer (Michael Horton), Lieutenant Hawk (Neal McDonough), Eiger (Marnie McPhail), Holographic Doctor (Robert Picardo), Lieutenant Barclay (Dwight Schultz), Defiant Conn Officer (Adam Scott), Admiral Hayes (Jack Shearer), Porter (Eric Steinberg), Security Officer (Scott Strozier), Nurse Ogawa (Patti Yasutake), and Guard (Victor Bevine).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. If one is following the series, this is the next movie to watch. If one is looking for a quality watch, the best of the series to this point is: Star Trek: Generations.

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I’LL SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS (Theatrical Release USA 2015)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì

I’ll See You in My Dreams—another seasoned citizen movie where a couple does not follow moral protocol by setting a good example in good moral conduct for children and grandchildren This movie sends a message to future generations. It is not a good one. It encourages lax morals. This film would have been perfect without the bed scene and with a conclusion that had a clear vision for the future.

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Storyline

A woman falls in love again as a seasoned citizen.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Brett Haley for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers

Dallas Anthony, Ele Bardha, Foster Chiang, Jan Miller Corran, Mary Katherine Crosland, Wade Ellis, Joshua Ferris, Frank Gibson, Jason Kanjiro Howard, Eliza Kennedy, Matthew Lamothe, Ching L. McBride, David L. McBride, Lisa McBride, Patrick Millsaps, Jeff Rice, Erik Rommesmo, Jeff Schlossman, Adam Trahan, Bill Wallwork, and Justin R. Williams for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Carol Petersen (Blythe Danner), Georgina (June Squibb), Sally (Rhea Perlman), Rona (Mary Kay Place), Dr. DaSilva (Aarti Mann), Lloyd (Martin Starr), Exterminator (Mark Adair-Rios), Vitamin Store Clerk (Ashley Spillers), Bill (Sam Elliott), Leslie (Caroline Lagerfelt), Carl (May Gail), and Speed Dater 1 (Arthur Roberts).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. Delete the bedroom scene, provide a clear conclusion, and this film would have easily served all audiences. It made $7.5 million on a $1 million budget. 

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THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BANZAI ACROSS THE 8TH DIMENSION (Theatrical Release USA 1984)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.5|5.0 Starsììì

The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai across the 8^th Dimension breaks the speed record in its wild and crazy ride through the lands of weird and unclear. Read a plotline before you go to understand what the story is going to deliver. The movie will, undoubtedly become a cult classic if for no other reason than its outlandish title.

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Storyline

Buckaroo Banzai works to keep 8^th dimension aliens from doing harm to earth.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director W.D. Richter for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producer Sidney Beckerman for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Buckaroo Banzai (Peter Weller), Lord John Whorfin/Dr. Emilio Lizardo (John Lithgow), Penny Priddy (Ellen Barkin), New Jersey (Jeff Goldblum), John Bigbooté (Christopher Lloyd), Perfect Tommy (Lewis Smith), John Emdall (Rosalind Cash), Professor Hikita (Robert Ito), Reno Nevada (Pepe Serna), President Widmark (Ronald Lacey), Secretary of Defense (Matt Clark), Rawhide (Clancy Brown), General Catburd (William Traylor), John Parker (Carl Lumbly), John O’Connor (Vincent Schiavelli), John Gomez (Dan Hedaya), Senator Cunningham (Mariclare Costello), Casper Lindley (Bill Henderson), Scooter Lindley (Damon Hines), and Pinky Carruthers (Billy Vera).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. Interesting due to its unorthodox delivery, the film may deserve a watch just for its complete disconnect to anything familiar.

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LITTLE NEMO: ADVENTURES IN SLUMBERLAND* (Theatrical Release Japan 1989)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì

Little Nemo Adventures in Slumberland—weird movie that seems to pander to a children’s audience and then plays around in a Matrix-styled intellectual framework. This film does not provoke interest until the last part of the movie and that part of the movie works like the old child’s game of pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey while blindfolded. The final scenes do not go well with this film. The movie builds up through the first and second scenes and then randomly chooses its exit strategy.

Storyline

A boy becomes deeply involved in a fantasy.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Directors Masami Hata and William Hurtz for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Yutaka Fujioka for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Nemo (voice of Gariel Damon), Flip (Voice of Mickey Rooney), Professor Genius (Voice of Rene Auberjonois), Icarus (Voice of Danny Mann), Princess Camille (Voice of Laura Mooney), King Morpheus (Voice of Bernard Erhard), Nightmare King (Voice of Bill Martin), Oomp (Voice Alan Oppenheimer), Oompy (Voice of Michael Bell), Oompe (Voice of Sidney Miller), Oompa (Voice of Neil Ross), Oompo/Dirigible Captain (Voice of John Stephenson), Nemo’s Father/Flap (Voice of Greg Burson), Nemo’s Mother (Voice of Jennifer Darling), Bon Bon (Voice of Sherry Lynn), Courtier/Cop (Voice of Guy Christopher), Page (Voice of Nancy Cartwright), Page (Voice of Ellen Gerstell), Elevator Creature (Voice of Tress MacNeille), and Etiquette Master (Voice of Michael McConnohie).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. The film shows talent in the animation of its characters. Read a plotline before going.

*Also Known As: Nemo, Nimo, Little Nemo

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MEGAMIND (Theatrical Release USA 2010)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì

Megamind—a superhero movie with a bit of a twist—has a good storyline and plays well. The acting/portrayal is good. The voices are well done. It is interesting, despite the fact, that there’s not a lot of ‘new and novel’ here to work well within the comic universe.

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Storyline

Megamind needs a new hero to follow.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Tom McGrath for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Stuart Cornfield and Ben Stiller for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Megamind (Voice of Will Ferrell), Metro Man (Voice of Brad Pitt), Roxanne Ritchie (Voice of Tina Fey), Tighten (Voice of Jonah Hill), Minion (Voice of David Cross), Bernard (Voice of Ben Stiller), Megamind’s Father (Voice of Justin Theroux), Megamind’s Mother (Voice of Jessica Schulte), Lord Scott/Prison Guard (Voice of Tom McGrath), Lady Scott (Voice of Emily Nordwind), Warden (Voice of J.K. Simmons), Schoolchild (Voice of Ella Olivia Stiller), Schoolchild (Voice of Quinn Dempsey Stiller), Prisoner (Voice of Brian Hopkins), Prison Guard (Voice of Christopher Knights), Father in Crowd (Voice of Mike Mitchell), and Crying Baby (Voice of Jasper Johannes Andrews).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. It is what it is. The storyline is different enough to stand one viewing.

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GREATER (Limited Theatrical Release USA 2016)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì

Greater relies on the acting of Neal McDonough, Christopher Severio, and Leslie Easterbrook. The movie has some transitioning challenges between present and past scenes so that an audience may become confused. It takes several seconds to resolve the confusion and definitely downgrades the effectiveness of the story.

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Storyline

It’s a biographical drama about walk-on player, Brandon Burlsworth.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director David L. Hunt for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers  Neal McDonough and Brian Reindl for  making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Marty Burlsworth (Neal McDonough), Barbara Burlsworth (Leslie Easterbrook), Brandon Burlsworth (Christopher Severio), Leo Burlsworth (Michael Parks), The Farmer (Nick Searcy), Coach Tice (Peter Gray Lewis), Coach Bender (Fredric Lehne), Coach Ford (M.C. Gainey), Pastor Rick (Wayne Duvall), Anthony Lucas (Texas Battle), Coach Ford (M.C. Gainey), Pastor Rick (Wayne Duvall), Anthony Lucas (Texas Battle), Coach Nutt (Mark Dobies), Grant Garrett (Grant Cook), and Nathan Ward (Josh Emerson).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. It is what it is. This film runs the gauntlet between like/don’t like. Either way, it is watchable, especially for sports fans.

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NIGHTHAWKS (Theatrical Release USA 1981)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì

Nighthawks, just another police film with a run-of-the-mill movie script, accesses the acting skills of Sylvester Stallone and Billy Dee Williams. Rutger Hauer (from Bladerunner and Hobo With a Shotgun) has been cast as the villain.

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Storyline

A policeman receives the assignment to ‘take out’ a terrorist.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Malmuth and Gary Nelson for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Deke DaSilva (Sylvester Stallone), Matthew Fox (Billy Dee Williams), Irene (Lindsay Wagner), Shakka (Persis Khambatta), Peter Hartman (Nigel Davenport), Wulfgar (Rutger Hauer), Pam (Hilarie Thompson), Lieutenant Munfo (Joe Spinell), Commissioner (Walter Mathews), Sergeant (E. Brian Dean), Puerto Rican Proprietor (Caesar Cordova), Dr. Ghiselin (Charles Duval), and Big Mike (Tony Munafo).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. It’s an afternoon watch to fill in some time.

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THE QUEST FOR CAMELOT (Theatrical Release USA 1998)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì

The Quest for Camelot—animated film—has a title that promises everything, but the movie doesn’t live up to its grand name. It almost seems as if the film’s main purpose is to promote the singers and their music rather than giving a good story that the music compliments. This can easily be a disappointment when looking for entertainment. The positive that one can look for is the singing voice of Brian White for the character Garrett. WOW! The voice is terrific! The rest of the singers are good, but bring nothing new to the screen.

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Storyline

Camelot is in trouble and needs the help of a dragon, a hermit, a young girl, and the Sword Excalibur to save it.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Frederik Du Chau for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Dalisa Cohen for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Kayley (Voice of Jessalyn Gilsig), Kayley (Singing Voice of Andrea Corr), Garrett (Voice of Cary Elwes), Garrett (Singing Voice of Bryan White), Ruber (Voice of Gary Oldman), Devon (Voice of Eric Idle), Cornwall (Voice of Don Rickles), Juliana (Voice of Jane Seymour), Juliana (Singing Voice of Celine Dion), King Arthur (Voice of Pierce Brosnan), and King Arthur (Singing Voice of Steve Perry).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. It serves a child audience and not much else.

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FREEDOM WRITERS (Theatrical Release USA 2007)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì

Freedom Writers—inspirational, educational—encourages belief that the world gets better due to good teachers. Great work for Actress Hilary Swank. It’s a little piece of WOW and earns its watch. Good movie for after viewing discussion with children.

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Storyline

Under-privileged children become inspired due to a good teacher.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Richard Gravenese for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Tracey Durning, Dan Levine, Nan Morales, and Hilary Swank for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Erin Gruwell (Hilary Swnak), Scott Casey (Patrick Dempsey), Steve Gruwell (Scott Glenn), Margaret Campbell (Imelda Staunton), Eva Benitez (April Hernandez Castillo), Andre Brant (Mario), Gloria Munez (Kristin Herrera), Sincy (Jaclyn Ngan), Alejandro Santiago (Sergio Montalvo), Marcus (Jason Finn), Jamal Hill (Deance Wyatt), Brandy Ross (Vanetta Smith), Tito (Gabriel Chavarria), Ben Daniels (Hunter Parrish), Miguel (Antonio Garcia), Victoria (Giovonnie Samuels), and Brian Gelford (John Benjamin Hickey).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. This movie shows the dedication necessary to turn a tough educational environment into a productive, fertile ground where minds can expand, grow, and, with freedom, explore the possibility of a richer life through enhancing and strengthening the intellectual world of our mind. It’s a blueprint for helping less advantaged neighborhoods. Thank you to Director Richard LaGravenese for capturing the way heart interest makes a difference in education. Thank you.

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RUDY: THE RUDY GIULIANI STORY (Television Release USA 2003)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì

Rudy: the Rudy Giuliani Story shows the determination and dedication of Rudy Giuliani to his position as Mayor of New York City and his work as a lawyer. The casting of Actor James Woods seems awkward as the resemblance to Giuliani both in looks and body language are not replicated well. The study of Giuliani in this movie is shallow and lacks full coverage. However, the life of Rudy Giuliani as of 2020 is still evolving. Without the final chapter the story in not complete. The movie is worth a watch, but be aware that this documentary does not provide an in-depth coverage of its subject matter.

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Storyline

A look at Rudy Giuliani’s life.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Robert Dornhelm for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Michael Braham, Jody Brockway, Stephen Davis, and Jane Walmsley for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Rudolph Giuliani (James Woods), Donna Hanover (Penelope Ann Miller), Cristyne Lategano (Michelle Nolden), Peter Powers (John Bourgeois), Judith Nathan (Kirsten Bishop), Tony Carbonetti (Mark Camacho), Beth Petrone (Maim Roy), Carrie Foster (Mariah Inger), Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik (Sam Stone), Sam (Michael Jeffrey Woods), Bill Simon (Brian Wrench), FDNY Chief Peter Ganci (Alan Fawcett), FDNY Commissioner Thomas Von Essen (Philip Pretten), Howard Safir (Philip Spensley), and Jim Kossler (Francis X. McCarthy).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. The film seems incomplete as it appears to reveal little about a full life.

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THE PATRIOT (Theatrical Release USA 2000)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.4|5.0 Starsìììì

The Patriot—good American Revolutionary War movie—combines the acting talents of Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Chris Cooper, Tom Wilkinson, and Jason Isaacs to produce a story of hardship, nightmare, revenge, evil, and the realities of war. No lack found in acting or portrayal of storyline here. Absolutely a good watch. This is one of German Director Roland Emmerich’s (Independence Day) better films.

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Storyline

A man becomes a part of the American Revolution.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Roland Emmerich for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Roland Emmerich, Ute Emmerich, and William Fay for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson), Gabriel Martin (Heath Ledger), Charlotte Selton (Joely Richardson), Colonel William Tavington (Jason Isaacs), Colonel Harry Burwell (Chris Cooper), Jean Villeneuve (Tchéky Karyo), Reverend Oliver (Rene Auberjonois), Anne Howard (Lisa Brenner), General Lord Charles Cornwallis (Tom Wilkinson), Dan Scott (Donal Logue), John Billings (Leon Rippy), Captain Wilkins (Adam Baldwin), Occam (Jay Arlen Jones), Peter Howard (Joey D. Vieira), Thomas Martin (Gregory Smith), Margaret Martin (Mika Boorem), Susan Martin (Skye McCole Bartusiak), Nathan Martin (Trevor Morgan), Samuel Martin (Bryan Chafin), and William Martin (Logan Lerman).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Realistic war flick that does not mince on the truth of war. The movie earns both time and money spent on its watch.

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