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Courage Mountain (1989)
Taking the lead with the downer critics!
As per IMDB's storyline for the film: ' In this version of "Heidi," a young Swiss girl is sent off to boarding school at the beginning of World War I. '
Sorry .. WRONG! Heidi is not actually "sent" off to boarding school in this film, but rather she choses to go - on her own free will!
As usual, IMDB's misleading info. Is written by someone who probably hasn't even seen the film!
The TRUE story of Heidi sees a young girl living in the Swiss mountains with her Grandfather. She needs him and he needs her - as he realises by the film's end.
However, THIS film really has nothing to do with the classic and much beloved story that people of young & old and in between have enjoyed for many, many years. This very far-fetched film's main aim is practically nothing but abuse and neglect - right from the moment Heidi arrives at the boarding school .. and it really doesn't end until, literally, the last 5-10 mins. Of the film.
So, if you're looking for a film about the TRUE story of Heidi, I suggest steering clear of this film altogether. (I wouldn't even rate it a 1/10 AND it's definitely NOT for children!)
Sweet Sixteen (1983)
Better than I thought it would be!
Helen Walker (Penelope Keith) wasn't only a building contractor by profession. Her chromosomes were
plaster and gravel. She was an obsessive perfectionist - a builder of better worlds even before she took over
Carrington & Daughter, the family firm. Then middle-life love reared its head in the form of dashing architect,
Peter Morgan (Christopher Villiers) - sixteen years her junior. The trouble was, she loved him with all the fuss
and gusto of teeny-bop romance. But did he love her as much? One factor lent urgency to the question: at forty-one,
in love with love, and plagued by the kind of self-doubt she always thought herself immune to, she found herself pregnant.
As is in the subject line, this TV series was better than I was thinking it would be. With delightful & charming characters, a well-written and creative script, beautiful sceneries, and a wonderful cast, what is there not to like?! :)
Romeo Must Die (2000)
To say that this is "loosely based on Shake'speare's play Romeo & Juliet" is a total slap in the face to Shakespeare!
It is absolutely appalling to compare this film in any way, shape or form with William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Shakespeare's plays are absolute classics .. This film is clearly not!
It seems to me the only reason one would think this is anything like any of Shakespeare's works is due to the name 'Romeo' in the title .. But that's where the similarities end!
This film was nothing but.115 minutes of your typical African-American overrated gruesomeness and violence with pathetic attempts of added effects scattered here and there.
Does it have a storyline/plot actually worth seeing? No! Does it have anything that sets it apart from other films? God no! The characters are completely OTT and nothing but totally predictable.
It seems to me that the only reason this film is liked at all by anyone is because it stars the late & beautiful Aaliyah - May she Rest In Peace. (Aaliyah, if only you had chosen something actually worth seeing to be your film debut .. Words just can't describe!)
If producer Joel Silver was frustrated with the depth of originality in American action films, I think he should, first and foremost, learn the difference between an action film vs. A 115 minute piece of gruesome violence.
For action film lovers, look elsewhere for the perfect film to meet your needs. Don't waste your time on this codswallop!
Die Hard (1988)
A Christmas Movie ...
... I think not!
To everyone here who considers this a Christmas movie, my question to you is this? Have you actually SEEN this movie? I mean, from start to finish? Because if you had, you'd all realise already that this is definitely NOT a Christmas movie!
I've seen this movie several times over the years, and although all the action takes place during a Christmas party, it is without doubt, NOT a Christmas movie .. at all! It is, folks, an action-packed thriller.
Now don't misunderstand me .. I'm not saying it's a bad movie. If you like a good thriller, you'll definitely LOVE this movie. However, if you're looking for a Christmas movie, I suggest steering clear of the thrillers.. Try It's A Wonderful Life, White Christmas, or Holiday Inn .. Or, for those who are looking for something a bit more modern, I suggest Home Alone 1 & 2. Now THOSE are Christmas movies!!
Babe (1995)
Not too bad as a movie .. Bad it turned James Cromwell into a jerk!
If you like animal movies (particularly ones set on a farm, countryside, etc.) you'll probably love Babe. As a child it was one of my favourite films.
However, I have to admit, over more recent years I've learnt about what starring in this movie did to actor James Cromwell (Farmer Hoggett). Boy, I don't think anyone had any idea of what it would do to him.. The guy, quite frankly, has become a real jerk! Such a shame, as he played his part in the movie exceptionally well ..
Why couldn't you just leave it at that!? Honestly, if you wanted to become a vegetarian (because of having starred in the film or not) there's no need to make a total a** of yourself - especially in public. Not Happy, Mr. Cromwell..
Koneko monogatari (1986)
My all-time favourite movie!
To all the idiots out there who think this movie somehow promotes "animal cruelty" or some sort of "abuse" (or is somewhat disturbing!) obviously you people either haven't seen the movie, you don't know what abuse and disturbing means, or, you don't understand English. Watch the movie, my friends, and you'll realise already that there is nothing disturbing or abusive about it. It's simply the story of a beautiful friendship between a ginger haired cat (Milo) and a pug-nosed dog (Otis) and all the wonderful adventures they have together.
While Dudley Moore narrates the film brilliantly, viewers are also treated to the picturesque scenery + wonderful classical music to accompany this truly beautiful masterpiece.
Trust me, my friends .. It's definitely one you won't want to miss! 10/10.
The Thorn Birds (1983)
The only words to describe this are ..
Truly sick!
To all the people here who have rated this 10/10 and called it "the best romance of all time" (or words to that effect), my question to you is this: Have any of you actually SEEN this mini series? I mean, from START to FINISH?! Don't you realise already that there is nothing "romantic" or great about it? I mean, it's a story about a priest who is, in fact, a pedophile. Father Ralph deBricassart (played by Richard Chamberlain) was practically all over the young Meggie (then played by Sydney Penny; later by Rachel Ward) ever since she was, well, young - a child! Honestly, I don't know what Colleen McCullough was thinking when she wrote the book. (Bad enough to write something of that subject, but to then turn it into something you think is fit to be viewed - for an audience, if you will .. Truly sickening!) Having said all that, the majority of works published by Colleen McCullough is fairly mentally disturbing, to say the least! For rating purposes: This isn't even worth a 1!
William and Mary (2003)
Definitely NOT the "Comedy/Drama/Romance" one would expect to see.
Martin Clunes and Julie Graham star in this series as the title roles. William; widow and father of 2 daughters works as an undertaker and in his spare time is a member of a choir and R&B rock band. Mary; single mother of 2 sons works as a midwife and has very little free time on her hands.
After the two meet through an Internet dating agency, all seems to be going well .. Until their careers collide on account of a mutual client.
If you're a Martin Clunes fan, you may possibly enjoy this series. However, don't expect William to be anything like Doc. Martin. The two are nothing alike. (Both characters have their good side AND their less than desirable side, shall we say!) This series is definitely NOT a comedy/romance/drama as IMDB has described. More like your typical modern-day trashy drama. Honestly, I was very unimpressed!
Moondance Alexander (2007)
Total Plagiarism!
Moondance (Kay Panabaker) is faced with her father's passing and her overprotective mother (Lori Loughlin). When she finds a lost horse and discovers his abilities, she convinces his owner (Don Johnson) to train them to compete.
For those who love & enjoy horse movies, you'd be better off with National Velvet, Black Beauty, or Flicka. They're all timeless films that children & adults alike can enjoy & appreciate; whereas Moondance Alexander has a rather poor & unsatisfying storyline/plot that - for the most part, anyway - shows complete plagiarism on National Velvet, starring the late Dame Elizabeth Taylor.
Love Happens (2009)
I can appreciate the sentiment ..
Aaron Eckhart plays Burke, a widower who sadly lost his wife 3 years ago in a terrible car accident. After publishing a highly-popular self-help book on learning how to cope with grief, he begins conducting seminars in order to help other people who are having problems coping with their own loss of a loved one.
During his stay in the hotel where he works, he meets Eloise (played by Jennifer Aniston) a self-employed florist who works in the downstairs area of the building. As the film progresses, we see the two begin to get to know each - and start dating ..
While I can fully understand & appreciate the sentiment of the film, it actually did very little for me. The highlight came towards the film's end when we saw Burke release "Rocky" - a sulphur-crested cockatoo that belonged to his wife - out into the wild. (Gee, that bird was SO sweet!)
On the bright side, Love Happens could probably be most enjoyed by both Aaron Eckhart and Jennifer Aniston fans alike.
It Takes Two (1995)
What a rip-off!
This movie is a complete rip-off (plagiarism, if you will) of the 1961 classic "The Parent Trap" that starred Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, and Brian Keith. While it was a fun, family-oriented, sweet & charming little gem, (Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, and Natasha Richardson starred in the 1998 re-make, which wasn't a bad little film) It Takes Two just sees the exact same plot acted out (again!) with different people - and under a different film title. Having said that, if you're a Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen fan, you'd still probably enjoy this film. Other stars include Kirstie Alley, and Steve Guttenberg.
Young Hyacinth (2016)
A brilliantly-made prequel to the much loved Keeping Up Appearances!!
Long before she became Mrs Bucket (or Bouquet, take your pick!), young Hyacinth was already dreaming of matching china and a bedroom in pastel shades. However, her desperate attempts to transform her sisters and her darling "Daddy" into an altogether better class of family are not appreciated. While Daisy goes around wearing Daddy's overalls; Rose has a new boyfriend every week. AND, if Violet continues consorting with her married manager, she could be inches away from shame and destitution!
Added notes: This brilliant cast sees Kerry Howard playing the much-loved Hyacinth, Katie Redford is Rose, Tamla Kari as Violet, Katherine Pearce plays the role of our Daisy, and audiences are sure to recogise the lovable Mark Addy as the girls' beloved "Daddy".
Definitely a prequel worth seeing!! :)