Pleasantville (1998)

Apr 06, 2007 by Mr. Nau Two modern day teenagers magically find themselves in a sitcom set in the 50s in this unexpectedly beautiful fantasy. The use of color as a metaphor for changing times is endemic throughout and the quaint world is richly imagined and competently created. Great acting performances make this an unforgettable […]

3-Iron (2004)

Apr 04, 2007 by Mr. Nau Korean director, Kim Ki-duk, crafts a beautiful story about a guy who squats in the homes of random strangers and meets the abused wife of one of these strangers. A spectacularly envisioned film, this masterpiece features two unforgettable central characters who never speak a single word to each other. […]

The Departed (2006)

Apr 03, 2007 by Mr. Nau This Oscar-winning police drama features an extraordinarily talented cast, a keep-you-guessing story, and a gritty set of characters. Martin Scorsese directs, winning his first Best Director Oscar, a satisfying and complex thriller, full of exciting twists and turns. The middle act lags, but brings us to an unpredictable conclusion. […]

Flyboys (2006)

Mar 25, 2007 by Mr. Nau This over-the-top war fantasy leaves historical accuracy behind in favor of sensational aerial combat sequences stagger the imagination. A group of American youngsters learns to fly in the French Air Service in World War I. This was a decent action-adventure, despite falling short on the historical fact. Grade: B. […]

Fast Food Nation (2006)

Mar 25, 2007 by Mr. Nau The best-selling exposé of the fast food industry has been fictionalized and turned into a dramatic feature. Despite an impressive cast, the screenplay for this picture is a trudging, unbelievable mess of intersecting stories meant to illustrate the points in the book. This should have been a documentary instead. […]

Man of the Year (2006)

Mar 25, 2007 by Mr. Nau Tom Dobbs is a political satirist and a talk show host, played by Robin Williams, who decides to run for President. The all-star cast brings this political fantasy to life, but the story is contrived. Multiple fumbles and rehashed jokes squander a great idea on a barely competent execution. […]

The Human Stain (2003)

Mar 23, 2007 by Mr. Nau Coleman Silk, dean and professor of classics, resigns from his position after accusations of racism and begins an affair with a young custodian. Turmoil is epidemic in this small picture. The key revelation in the film feels clunky, unbelievable, and tacked on. Overall, the movie is watchable, but somewhat […]

Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1958)

Mar 21, 2007 by Mr. Bye This classic novella by Truman Capote tells the tale of Holly Golightly. Holly is a free spirited girl in New York City. This is a wonderful story of love and loss. Holly is a multi-dimential character who represents the modern woman. This story was delightful and easy read. Grade: […]

Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)

Mar 19, 2007 by Mr. Bye This is an adaptation of the classic Capote story. Audrey Hepburn plays Holly Golightly in this film. Many changes were made to this film from the original novel. This was a much lighter story somewhat to the detriment of the film. This was an enjoyable film with a great […]

The Treasure of the Sierra Madres (1948)

This classic film, starring Humphrey Bogart tells the story of three down and out Americans in Mexico. Distrust and greed get the better of them when they head into the desert to dig for gold. This film has a classic Hollywood feel and it is a joy to watch. Grade: A-. IMDB: The Treasure of […]

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