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The Spy Who Dumped Me
This movie about two best friends who are thrown into the deep end of international spying was entertaining, funny, had a good cast but it was way too long. This movie, though, was predictable. I still enjoyed it despite its flaws. Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon had great chemistry and, for me, they carried the whole thing. Fans of action blockbusters might pass up what seems a light-hearted comedy but the action scenes are actually very good. They are funnier and also bloodier than you'll be expecting. In general the movie doesn't always hit the mark, but it entertains in both the action and comedy departments.
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Train of Events
The movie starts with a train crash and then spends its bulk describing 4 separate situations that leads to various characters being on board the doomed train. We then return to the crash and see its aftermath. Sounds better than it is. The movie starts impressively with the force and speed of the train filmed very dramatically. This is by far the best part of the movie and provides a very powerful opening. As we meet the characters, the movie gets boring. Peter Finch's murderer has the most interesting story, but not much happens to him. And as for Jack Warner, he gets a Huggetts style family drama as a storyline. A very disappointing compendium movie from Ealing.
5 years, 4 months ago
Nativity!
 Nativity! 4/10
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Nativity!
Martin Freeman plays Paul Maddens a failed actor now an underachieving primary school teacher. His former girlfriend left him some years ago and made it big in Hollywood. Now Paul has been put in charge to direct the Nativity play and vies to outdo a rival school whose head teacher he knew at University and rather envies. Paul lies that Hollywood casting agent will come to see the Nativity play which escalates out of control I genuinely wanted to like this British Christmas comedy movie but couldn't because of one character - the annoying man-child teaching assistant Mr Poppy. Marc Wooton's overacting as Mr Poppy had me wishing that a berserk driver would enter the movie and run him over. The movie would have been better off without him but I suppose kids enjoy characters like him. The movie is lacking in laughs or memorable dialogue and is filled with scenes that just stretch credibility. I was glad when the movie ended so I could be put out of my misery. Families will no doubt have fun with this movie but I'm afraid I couldn't stand it.
5 years, 4 months ago
The Brink
A comedy heist movie based around the famous January 1950 robbery from the Boston branch of the Brinks warehouse depository. The strong cast is headed by a thoroughly engaging Peter Falk, taking a break from playing Columbo at the time and ably supported by the likes of Peter Boyle and Warren Oates. This is very much a character-based comedy with the occasional bit of slapstick and pratfall to see it through. If you're looking for a fast pace movie and lots of hijinks then you'll be disappointed. It does tend to drag at times. However, it's likable enough and I'm sure you'll get something out of it.
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Holiday Camp

7/10


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Holiday Camp
This comedy drama movie charts the rise of what would become a British institution for the next 30 to 40 years - the holiday camp. It also has the first appearance of the Huggett family who would get their own trilogy of movies in the future. The story follows many characters and what takes place to them over the space of a week at the camp. This may be a comedy movie but there's quite a shocking ending to the story in which an old spinster who dresses up like a young woman in order to attract men is killed (though the murder takes place off-screen). I wasn't expecting that at all and leaves a bitter taste afterwards in what was supposed to be a light-hearted movie. Overall, a good movie to find out where the people of post-war Britain used to go on holiday before heading abroad to the continent became popular.
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Kidnapped (1971)
A very good movie version of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel with Michael Caine plus his dodgy Scottish accent as rebel Allan Breck - a man who is a true patriot yet he must face the realisation that the clans have now been effectively destroyed by the English after the battle of Culloden - the Scotland he loved and fought for no longer exists. The movie also benefits a lot from plenty of nice on-location photography from around Scotland. It gives the whole production more of an authentic feel. The storyline is compelling and the direction is well-paced. There is plenty of adventure and action to keep everybody more than happy. Despite Caine's awful accent, he performs very well in the movie with Donald Pleasance also appearing as David Balfour's evil uncle. I found this historical adventure movie to be captivating and really enjoyed it.
5 years, 4 months ago
Jailbreak
 Jailbreak 5/10
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Jailbreak
In order to pull off a robbery, a family of crooks break out the safe cracker of the team from jail and try to hide him and 2 of his fellow prisoners at a small hospital but the police are on their tail. Made by Butchers Film Service who made a ton of low budget movies at the time, this isn't too bad of an effort. As the movie is short and snappy at just over an hour, the plot moves quite swift. There isn't much in the way of suspense or dramatic tension and the plain and uninspired way the actual jailbreak is shown betrays the picture's shoestring budget. The only notable member of cast is a young Robert Fyfe (Howard from Last of the Summer Wine fame). It's a good time filler of a movie but don't expect anything much out of it.
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Davy
 Davy 4/10
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Davy
Ealing Studios' last comedy movie is a rather limp effort compared to what they had achieved in the past. It has Goons star Harry Secombe as Davy, the star performer in a family act called The Mad Morgans who are touring some music halls across the country. When an opportunity arises for Davy to escape the mundane act and audition to star in an opera he jumps at the chance but the rest of the family are worried their act will collapse without Davy. The main problem with this comedy drama is there aren't any laughs to be had and you can't really sympathise with any character. Secombe does clown around but it's not funny although he gets to showcase his powerful baritone singing voice. Two of the Carry On gang in Kenneth Connor and Joan Sims have small cameos. Not a movie I'd really recommend to anybody really.
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After the Screaming Stops
During the late 80's in the UK, Bros were the biggest pop idols around but just as suddenly they were gone and the media who helped them to the top absolutely loved to kick them in the teeth on their way down. They may have been lacking in great music but their fans stayed loyal to twins Matt & Luke Goss. Both brothers forged their own separate successful career after the band broke up. In 2016 it was announced that they reform and would play a series of gigs in the UK. This documentary charts the lead up to their first concert at the O2 Dome. It highlights the issues the brothers have had with each other over the years and the tension between them during rehearsals is evident. It's even hinted that the opening gig might have been cancelled such was the animosity between them after a heated argument. It was brave of the Goss brothers to open themselves up, warts and all to the cameras to give an insight into their relationship. You don't have to be a fan of Bros to enjoy this documentary and believe me, I was never a fan of their music whilst growing up!! It's a brutally honest take on the history, highs, lows and sibling love of two 80's heartthrobs. Give it a shot.
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Creed II
This is basically a rerun of Rocky IV. It has 2 sons of former boxing fighters namely Apollo Creed and Ivan Drago slugging it out in the boxing ring. Adonis fighting the son of the man who killed his father Apollo is the obvious revenge side, and Viktor fighting to redeem his disgraced father Ivan, who lost to Rocky Balboa 30 some years ago. The script co-written by Sylvester Stallone obviously loses the cold war aspect of Russia vs America that was highlighted in Rocky IV and instead concentrates on the family side of both young fighters. Yes, there is the mandatory crazy training montage and the 2nd fight between the boxers that takes place in Moscow mirrors what Rocky had to do as well. It was great to see Rocky Balboa and Ivan Drago back in the ring together - even if only for a moment. Michael B. Jordan is excellent as Adonis Creed and the viewer will root for him to beat the crap out of Viktor Drago. This is definitely a worthy sequel that I really enjoyed.
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7/10

Aquaman

6/10


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Aquaman
Based on the DC Comics character of the same name, Arthur Curry, the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, must step forward to lead his people against his half-brother Orm, who seeks to unite the seven underwater kingdoms against the surface world. Directed by James Wan, best known for helming the spooky Conjuring Series, this movie is visually spectacular but suffers partially on the account of an overstuffed screenplay, that is patchy and overlong. I like Aquaman as a superhero and Jason Momoa delivers a fun turn as him. Momoa not only looks the part, but brings a fabulous heroism to the part, which was essential here. However, despite magnificent visuals and Momoa nailing the titular role, the script brings much action and a fast-moving narrative, but has no soul. The movie keeps moving forward, not giving enough time to its characters to make them connect with the viewers and I felt like the writers ran out of ideas and kept writing action set-pieces until they found another aspect to continue upon. It also felt too long and definitely could have cut a good 25-30 mins to make it flow better. All in all, Aquaman is certainly a fun movie to watch but it's a shame the script at times failed to make it a better experience for me.
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Green for Danger
The great Alastair Sim plays Inspector Cockerill from Scotland Yard called to a hospital after 2 murders are committed. It appears that someone in the surgical ward of the hospital is killing people and the Inspector is called out to find who and why the murders are happening. Inspector Cockerill finds more than he bargained when he deals with the lives of the hospital personnel. Each person has some emotion they want hidden thus making the mystery more interesting. This is a brilliant murder mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time. It has a story that keeps you guessing and performances that don't disappoint. World War II hangs heavily in the atmosphere with V1 rockets seen in the air. This movie belongs to Alastair Sim. He is simply fantastic as the detective and he makes you laugh as well. Green For Danger is highly recommended to those who enjoy the sort of British murder mysteries created by the likes of Agatha Christie. Recommended.
5 years, 4 months ago
Live It Up!
 Live It Up! 5/10
5 years, 4 months ago
Live It Up!
aka Live It Up. This movie dates from the pre-Hard Day's Night era when Britpop movies were less concerned with a cohesive plot than simply assaulting the senses with as many potentially chart-making musical numbers as possible. A young David Hemmings plays a lad who wants to make it big with his band The Smart Alecs but loses the demo tape he made with them whilst out doing his job as a postman. The plot is pretty forgettable but if you're of a certain era I'm sure you'll enjoy the music that's shown. The acts featured include Kenny Ball & The Jazzmen and Patsy Noble. Not my cup of tea their music to be honest. For fans of this specialised kind of pop this movie is a must.
5 years, 4 months ago
My Mental Choices Are Completely Interfering with My School Romantic Comedy
Myself; Yourself

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Watch Your Stern

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Watch Your Stern
Being a Carry On movie in all but name, this has more in common with the gentle humour of the start of the series rather than the bawdy innuendo of the later years. However this is not to say that it is funny and entertaining because it is. The plot is solid enough to suit the gentle comic tone, although it is hardly the sort of narrative that you will be coming to it for. The laughs are gentle, just don't expect to be rolling in the aisles with tears in your eyes because it isn't that sort of humour. A lot of the regular Carry On crew appear such as Sid James, Kenneth Connor, Hattie Jacques and Joan Sims. Spike Milligan and Eric Sykes have cameo roles as electricians. Overall, it isn't the greatest of comedies from the period but it's certainly entertaining enough.
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