Romance
Two completely opposite bussiness owners fall in love through internet chatting.
The movie "You've Got Mail" is not only a witty, heartwarming peice but also one of great character and morals. Meg Ryan portrays a somewhat insecure but very headstrong bookstore owner; she gives the movie a sweet, easy-going effect. While Ryan exhumes the "Girl Next Door" quality her co-star Tome Hanks makes the diction comical and keeps the plot rolling. Overall, the story is endearing and cheerful. I believe even those who avoid romantic comedies show rent "You've Got Mail" because the aspect of love in not overbearing, and so the joyful plot could be enjoyed by all.
A young man falls in love with the new girl in his office only to discover that she's not exactly what he's been hoping for.
500 days of Summer is a beautifully optimistic and well thought out romantic comedy, something that doesn't often occur in a genre which is plagued by cheesy confessions of undying love and unrealistic relationships. It involves two main characters Tom, a disgruntled greetings card writer who somehow got lost trying to become an architect and the beautiful Summer, full of life and a view to always chase her dreams. Tom falls in love with her while Summer - well she doesn't fall in love with him.
The twist in this romantic comedy is acted out superbly by the talented cast who portray perfectly the pitfalls which occur in all relationships, only reversing the gender order. Joseph Gordon Levitt (Tom) gives a stunning performance as a man smitten with a girl who shows him the good side of life, something his pessimistic character appears to have forgotten and as the man crushed by said girl.
One technique employed in the film to great effect is the flashbacks to the 500 days of their relationship. The tone changes with each of these portrayals which are not always given in numerical order, however the impressive soundtrack and acting performances given make this film entertaining and hilarious - filled with jokes about sex, relationships and how to get over somebody who broke your heart.
Optimistic, offbeat and hilariously true to life, 500 days of summer is definitely worth the money and brings about hope that no matter how much you think that person might have been for you, there is always somebody else around the corner.
Enchanting story of love like no other...
The Time Traveller's Wife tells the story of Henry DeTamble (Bana), a man who finds himself suddenly disappearing to different events in his life.
Henry meets Clare (McAdams), his true love, who is the only one who believes in his ability to time travel as well as supporting his inconvenient disappearances!
The movie follows Henry and Clare as they attempt to build a stable future together.
Although hard to follow at times, the movie is enchanting to watch, captivating the audience with a generous mix of emotions, laughter, anger, confusion and love.
McAdams and Bana successfully achieve the unconditional love their characters have for each other.
Definately recommend to other movie fans who enjoy romantic films, would be better to watch on DVD as you can rewind it in order to understand it a little better!
After being separated for seven years after a summer of romance, Noah and Allie are reunited and Allie must choose between her new fiance and her first love.
It’s the year 1940 in Seabrook Island, South Carolina, and the local country boy, Noah Calhoun, is clinging to a bar at the top of the Ferris wheel at a local carnival. His intentions? To gain the affections of seventeen year-old heiress Allie Hamilton, whom he has just met. Noah speaks to Allie as he dangles at an alarming distance from the safe ground, and in her desperation, she agrees to go on a date with him. Despite her promise, Allie proves to be stubborn, and Noah’s continued efforts result in rejection. One magical night, however, Allie’s stubbornness inevitably fades.
The Notebook received several awards following its release in 2004, including the MTV Movie Award and the Golden Satellite Award. Its total box office earnings were over $115 million worldwide. The film, which is directed by Nick Cassavetes, is based on the best-selling novel by Nicholas Sparks, whose timeless love stories warm the hearts of teenagers and adults alike.
The story is being told by the aged Noah, who is reading from a notebook to a sufferer of Alzheimer’s disease in a present-day nursing home. As he reads, the viewers are taken back in time and experience Noah and Allie’s heart wrenching tale from the lovers’ perspective. Their love appears at first to be flawless and indestructible, but trouble soon intervenes with their otherwise perfect summer. Allie’s parents disapprove of Noah because of his low income and social status, and eventually insist that Allie not see him anymore. When Allie returns to her hometown at the end of the summer, Noah is left desperate and alone. Allie is heartbroken when she receives no letters from Noah, and believes that he has moved on.
Seven years later, Allie becomes engaged to a handsome young soldier named Lon, whom her parents enthusiastically approve of. As her excessively publicized wedding day approaches, she decides to return to Seabrook to “take care of some things,” and visits Noah for the first time since they were separated against their will. She finds more than a casual friendship with Noah, and now she must make the decision: will she be faithful to her fiancé, or will she be courted once again by her first love?
There were several elements that made this film so successful, including its powerful characters and well-drawn plot. Each actor and actress stayed true to their character, embodying them to the fullest extent. They made the film believable, and they carried the emotions of each situation down to the last line effortlessly. Their movement and dialogue were both perfectly maneuvered together to create awe-inspired responses.
After observing the outstanding performance presented by this cast and crew, viewers will be forced to think about the choices they make, and whether or not to follow their heart. The Notebook is essentially about Allie and Noah creating a destiny for themselves, but it moreover narrates the human story of what we long for, what we settle for, and who we're meant for.
a love story with a twist of rodeo
You get a “wow” and amazement as you watch the breath-taking scenes in the movie “Love Me Again (land down under)” starred by the country’s sexiest actress Angel Locsin and hottest actor Piolo Pascual. The story follows the quest for love by Migo (Piolo Pascual) and Arah (Angel Locsin).
After working in Manila, Migo finally found his heart at the pastures and highlands of Bukidnon. Aside from reclaiming the family’s ranch in there, which was lost after his father’s death, Migo also plan to win back his first love and sweetheart, Arah, a beautiful and a fearless rodeo queen of Bukidnon.
Migo and Arah were getting fond with each other when Arah’s father got a cardiac illness.
During those times, an Australian rancher came to the town and looked for skilled cowboys to work in his ranch in Australia. Coming from a poor family, Arah decided to go for the job and left for Australia even when this also meant leaving Migo behind.
The two became even more separated as Migo, saddened by Arah’s departure became engrossed with building up the ranch again which was near to bankruptcy. Working so hard in Australia, the Australian rancher got attracted to Arah and offered her engagement.
Now, will the two ever meet again? Will love truly conquer all?
Directed by Rory Quintos, the on-screen chemistry between Angel Locsin and Piolo Pascual was impressive and intense. The film’s actors also did a great job in portraying the lifestyle of a cowboy and the culture of rodeo. The actors captured well how cowboys and cowgirls showcase their skills in cattle tipping and bronco riding. They acted as if they were professionals enough to join the rodeo. It showed a unique romantic side of love.
Just as good as the actors were those working behind the scenes. The cinematography was incredible. The way the green rolling hills of Bukidnon was captured was totally awesome. Anyone who’s watching the movie would feel that he is also on top of the hill. There were also clear shots of the huge and thriving mountains of the settings. It’s like really bringing the mountains right in front of you.
This story is great for anyone who wants a unique love story away from the conventional city life to wildlife. It’s a definitely must see for romantics and nature lovers.
a love story with a twist of rodea
You get a “wow” and amazement as you watch the breath-taking scenes in the movie “Love Me Again (land down under)” starred by the country’s sexiest actress Angel Locsin and hottest actor Piolo Pascual. The story follows the quest for love by Migo (Piolo Pascual) and Arah (Angel Locsin).
After working in Manila, Migo finally found his heart at the pastures and highland of Bukidnon. Aside from reclaiming the family’s ranch in there, which was lost after his father’s death, Migo also plan to win back his first love and sweetheart, Arah, a beautiful and a fearless rodeo queen of Bukidnon.
Migo and Arah were getting fond with each other when Arah’s father got a cardiac illness. During those times, an Australian rancher came to the town and looked for skilled cowboys to work in his ranch in Australia. Coming from a poor family, Arah decided to go for the job and left for Australia even when this also meant leaving Migo behind. The two became even more separated as Migo, saddened by Arah’s departure became engrossed with building up the ranch again which was near to bankruptcy. Working so hard in Australia, the Australian rancher got attracted to Arah and offered her engagement. Now, will the two ever meet again? Will love truly conquer all?
Directed by Rory Quintos, the on-screen chemistry between Angel Locsin and Piolo Pascual was impressive and intense. The film’s actors also did a great job in portraying the lifestyle of a cowboy and the culture of rodeo. The actors captured well how cowboys and cowgirls showcase their skills in cattle tipping and bronco riding. They acted as if they were professionals enough to join the rodeo. It showed a unique romantic side of love.
Just as good as the actors were those working behind the scenes. The cinematography was incredible. The way the green rolling hills of Bukidnon was captured was totally awesome. Anyone who’s watching the movie would feel that he is also on top of the hill. There were also clear shots of the huge and thriving mountains of the settings. It’s like really bringing the mountains right in front of you.
This story is great for anyone who wants a unique love story away from the conventional city life to wildlife. It’s a definitely must see for romantics and nature lovers.wwwww
Woody Allen's somewhat cynical, but humorous, view of some foolish aspects of romance. Allen is always insightful.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona
PG-13
Credits: Javier Bardem, Patricia Clarkson, Penélope Cruz, Kevin Dunn, Rebecca Hall
A Woody Allen film. Allen is a creative genius and a top film-maker.
This movie is his somewhat cynical, but humorous, view of some foolish aspects of romance. Allen is always insightful - sometimes even at a metaphysical level (Deconstructing Harry for instance).
Scarlett Johansson gives her best-ever performance, in her laid back (no pun intended) fashion, in playing her self. I bet Allen scripted the character role based on her actual personality.
Comedy is not in the dialogue, as found in Allen's earlier films, but is in the situations. Not one of his best but is entertaining.
a beautiful girl moves from arizona to forks, washington. While she is settling in a new high school, she meets a guy who seems to eye her constantly. As the go out, she founds out that he is a vampire. Trouble strikes, and its up to him to save her.
This movie was okay. The book, Twilight, written by stephanie meyer, showed more action and romance than the movie did. If you read the book you wouldn't think that the movie was incredibly good, because you would sit there and notice all the things that were left out. But, if you haven't read the book, you can easily fall in love with this intriguing. I strongly suggest, though, that you read the book before viewing the movie. You will appreciate and understand the movie way better if you are to do this.
Twilight? "Hazy" would have been a more fitting title choice.
I'm a sucker when it comes to vampire movies, but...
...My question is when did bad acting become a prerequisite for depicting innocence and lust? Bella Swan's(Kristen Stewart) blood scent isn't the only thing arousing hostility from Hollywood's newest translucent teenage heartthrob vampire Edward Cullen(Robert Pattinson) and the other undead (and the viewers). The stench of her inability to project a single convincing emotion permeates the entire film, casting enough of a fog that no immortal need ever worry about UV rays. You can almost hear the director coaching her from behind the camera for the over-affected lip quivers and shaky gasps. Throughout the entire film, she does not render a single convincing emotion, even when she's trying (too hard, in most cases). Unfortunately, now that she's "on the grid", Hollywood's nepotistic tendencies will undoubtedly yield her another shot, most likely in a sequel entitled something trite like "Dawn". Better get some more acting classes under your skirt before the next shoot begins, Kristen.
Pattinson's depiction of the 90 year-long high school junior also left much to be desired, in that much like Stewart he was obviously chosen from a stack of pretty headshots rather than talent resumes and actual auditions. Yes, he has the gaunt lithe androgynous pretty boy look that teeny-bopper girls the world over are so wont to desire these days, and his glaring gaze can most likely knock the bobby socks off most any love-starved high school girl lass, but where's the substance? Perhaps the casting couch of some industry Cougar needed warming.
According to novelist Stephenie Meyer and screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg, the superhuman Cullen Family played baseball in a thunderstorm because the crack of their bats blended in with the thunderclaps: "I see now why you need the thunder," pants Bella after the first swing. This does beg the question, however, that if a human can break a bat when swinging away, what's to stop a vampire from doing the same, or even knocking the skin off the ball? This and other holes in the story such as walking in the sunlight (the top of the mountain scene) and quartering & burning as the only means to dispatch nosferatu leave you wanting when all is said and done. Whatever happened to the ol' tried-and-true stake through the heart gambit?
In defense, Washington state's local boy Billy Burke's down-to-earth portrayal of Charlie Swan, Bella's introverted protective father is the only saving grace to this otherwise deplorable attempt at creating a world to which we can escape for two hours and fifteen minutes. Kudos, Billy.
Twilight's location choice and cinematography are quite beautiful with Washington’s verdant rainforests, mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and Pacific coastline combining to provide a beautiful backdrop with a lush, cozy, wintry feel that makes you long for a cup of cider and a lovers cuddle in front of a fireplace. Adding to the atmosphere is Carter Burwell's dreamy music score, accented wonderfully by warm piano pieces one can easily get lost in.
By the way, is it just me, or did the evil vampire James(Cam Gigandet) look suspiciously like Brad Pitt? For a moment I forgot which vampire movie I was watching...
Obviously I don't get out much...when did going to the movies get so expensive? $9.75?! I could've bought two used DVD's of B-movies I could watch all I wanted. I want my money back.
This film BIT. No pun intended.
2 OUT OF 5 STARS
-James Watson, Jr.
Santa Barbara, CA
NOT EVEN MERYL COULD MAKE THE FILM SING
CURRENT RATINGS:
6/10 Movie: Mamma Mia! (2008)
ACTING STYLE AND ABILITY - IS THE CHARACTER BELIEVABLE AND INTERESTING
Meryl Streep’s long career in film has been highlighted with various awards and nominations including ACADEMY AWARDS, GOLDEN GLOBES, and TONY AWARDS, but she is known for immersing herself in the characters. STREEP is known for developing accents and images essential to her characters including an Australian accent for A Cry in the Dark. Despite all her nominations [she ties JACK NICHOLSON for the most GOLDEN GLOBE AWARD nominations with six, singing is an area that STREEP should not have tackled. It seems to be a trend in recent films to have actors who are not singers perform singing numbers in films and musicals, such as JOHNNY DEPP and HELENA BOHNAM CARTER in SWEENEY TODD or GERARD BUTLER in PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. BUTLER maintained the best vocal command but MERYL STREEP and HELENA BOHNAM CARTER will go down as the most crackling vocals. Luckly for MAMA MIA, the female supporting cast could sing, dance, and generally make the audience laugh including Amanda Seyfried as SOPHIE as well as Julie Walters and Christine Baranski as STREEP’s best friends.
THE STORY LINE - DOES THE STORY OR PLOT FLOW SMOOTHLY THROUGHOUT THE FILM
MAMA MIA focuses around the impending wedding of SOPHIE played by AMANDA SEYFRIED to her boyfriend SKY on a Greek Island. SOPHIE wants to have her father give her away but after an investigation discovers that she has three potential fathers, so she invites all three to her wedding to determine which one is her biological father. Her mother DONNA played by MERYL STREEP is shocked by her daughter’s behavior but after trials and tribulations SOPHIE is content to have three fathers. As in traditional musical fashion, there is a wedding but the surprise is whose wedding.
PRODUCTION - DOES THE DIRECTOR HAVE STYLE, DOES THE PRODUCER HAVE AN OVERALL
MAMA MIA should had been a better production besides the breath taking Greek Island scenery. The musical numbers by ABBA should had been the spotlight, but producer BENNY ANDERSSON decided to make MERYL STREEP and PIERCE BROSNAN the spotlight instead. The script was forgettable and choppy instead of smooth and flowing. The musical numbers were used to illustrate the script, but unfortunately the ABBA songs didn’t help the lack of direction in the film. MAMA MIA could had benefited from a less clichéd script, singing lessons, and more plot development.
THE UNDERGROUND UNIVERSE – OVERALL THOUGHTS
MERYL STREEP’s lack of a singing voice was extremely distracting and down graded MAMA MIA as an overall production. The ‘potential fathers’ PIERCE BROSNAN, COLIN FIRTH, and STELLAN SKARSGARD were lackluster at best in the film. The fathers seemed to be dropped in the film for necessity, but scrambled around the movie popping up from time to time. I was relieved to hear AMANDA SEYFRIED actually sing instead of STREEP or BROSNAN pretending to have vocal ability. [it simply sounded like screeching and scratching] The entertaining pair of MAMA MIA was not the big stars, but the best friends played by JULIE WALTERS and CHRISTINE BARANSKI. WALTERS and BARANSKI were fun and cheeky with energy, liveliness, and spunk. MAMA MIA should have been a better overall production instead of a glorified travel brochure.
