home
***
CD-ROM
|
disk
|
FTP
|
other
***
search
/
EMiGRE 2
/
emigre2.zip
/
EMI_REVI.PAK
< prev
next >
Wrap
Text File
|
1994-09-20
|
7KB
|
104 lines
Review Section
Smooth [ACiD.TL.EMi]
09-20-94
Didn't have much submissions and time to get last minute reviews for
the mag so this is about it. Hopefully we'll get more submissions in
the future. Thanks to everyone who contributed and to The Master [TL]
for his summer movies review. L8r.
Smooth [ACiD.TL.EMi]
[Dimer steppin' in]
He told me to code the fukkin' thing, so I did!!! FUCK YOU!
[Dimer out]
xxemigrexx
At Da Movies
The Master [TekLordZ]
08-21-94
∙ MOViE ReViEW for SUMMER 1994 ∙
Well, I'm the one who's gonna tell you about the movie scene. I don't
see all the movies that are out, but I see more than most. So, I'll tell
you about what I do see. Here's how I'll score 'em:
*** = Worth it at any price. Excellent movie.
** = For people with less to do or like to see a lot of movies. Okay.
* = See this one only if you're in a hospital with brain damage. Sucks.
Most of the time I'll choose two stars. Since I go to the movies a
lot, I enjoy many movies that are not really that great. If you're the
same, it's OK to see a two star, if you're not, don't waste your time.
That's generally how I rate them.
For August, there were many choices. The top flicks were True Lies,
Forrest Gump, and The Mask, among others. True Lies is exciting at the
start and finish, although it lacks something in the middle. It's too
slow other than the latter, and so it definitely loses something 'Speed'
didn't. The fast parts were good, albeit unrealistic, and kept you
on the edge of your seat. The parts in between were just fluff, and
seriously detracted from this film.
True Lies (R) - **
Although exciting, in light of 'Speed' it just can't measure up.
Being better than many films out now, you might consider seeing it.
The next flick I'll review is Forrest Gump. This unconventional,
sometimes strange movie is actually quite good. The acting by Tom
Hanks is exceptional, and he portrays a somewhat "mentally challenged"
person quite naturally, I must say :) At any rate, this is a good
film, taking us through history and its social organizations quite
well. I would recommend it to anyone. Could possibly even be a good
date movie.
Forrest Gump (PG-13) - ***
Well done, with good acting, good story, and even action.
Although a bit lengthy, it's worth it. It never really slows down.
'Clear and Present Danger' is the next topic. I thought this movie
was outstanding. Plenty of action, political intrigue, all the good
stuff. It is sort of long, but never is there a slow moment. Jack
Ryan, the same CIA good guy from 'Patriot Games' is here, played by
Harrison Ford. James Earl Jones, his previous boss, dies, and so
Jack is left the big man's job. However, there are many within
the CIA and the White House who don't approve of Jack's 'boy
scout' attitude, and this makes for some interesting internal
struggles as well. I have not yet read the book, so I can't tell you
how it compares to the film.
Clear and Present Danger (PG-13) - ***
Excellent combination of action and dialogue, a must-see for almost
anyone. Definitely worth it at any price...well, almost :)
Now, on the lighter side of things, I'll talk about 'The Mask.'
It was just as I suspected, crazy and unbelievable. I loved it. Jim
Carrey does the best job any actor could do playing a cartoon
character. The special effects were amazing, bringing the cartoon
world into our own. There is no real need to follow the plot; the
gags practically make the movie. It was light, funny, and entertaining.
Who could ask for anything more?
The Mask (PG-13) - ***
If you hate comedies on the cartoonish side, I can't recommend this film.
However, if you enjoy this type of film, it's great. Go and see it.
Ok.. now for 'It Could Happen to You.' I know what you might
say.. it looks corny and stupid, but it works. A nice, fluffy movie where
a cop gives a waitress a lottery ticket for a tip and says he'll give
her half the winnings if their numbers come up. Of course they win, and
with the cop being such a nice guy, he sticks with his promise. I won't
give anything else away.
It Could Happen to You (PG) - **
I can't exactly call it a must-see, but if you have a date in mind, try
it. Not the greatest, but not objectionable.
The Master [TL.EMi]
xxemigrexx