worstpirateever Reviews

Romulus, My Father (2007)

An amazing story with truly convincing performances

[8/10 · 3 June 2007]

After watching Romulus, My Father I was really impressed with how realistic and convincing the performances were in this film. The acting was superb especially Eric Bana and the boy and I was really drawn into the film. I completely forgot about everything else and felt like I was right there. The acting was so convincing, the sounds, the scenes, the mood and the whole atmosphere in the film really pulled me in. At times during the first half of the film it was slightly slow-moving but this was mainly due to a lot of good character development and getting to know the setting, and we really get to know the boy in the film. Some of Eric Bana's moments near the end of the film were just amazing. Although he was great throughout the whole film, he really did hit the mark near the end. It's just the way that his character gradually changed that amazes me and it looks like he really did put a big effort into his performance because it is (or very close to) the performance of his career so far. As an Aussie, I've been disappointed with a few recent Aussie films but this one was no disappointment. Some people may find it a little slow-moving to begin with but easily makes up for that with all of its great qualities and an ending that may draw some tears from some people. 8/10

Finding Neverland (2004)

One of Johhny Depp's Finest Performances

[9/10 · 13 May 2005]

Finding Neverland is a fine film with excellent acting and a grand performance by Johnny Depp (Pirates of the Caribbean) who easily adapts himself to this type of role. The film delivers a great plot and a great script and the film continues to prosper the whole way through thanks to the excellent directing by Marc Forster. Johnny Depp engages the audience throughout the whole film and the character he plays is a kind, warm-hearted man. Kate Winslet also delivers fine acting, showing off her skills that she also used in films such as Titanic. Freddie Highmore (also be working with Depp in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), young at age, also delivers great acting through the film with the rest of the children. The film shows a range of relationships and difficulties in life, with compelling scenes, Johnny Depp persuades the audience that sometimes you need to sacrifice some relationships for others. This film exceeds my expectations and definitely is worth seeing. This is one Johnny Depp's finest performances and also paves way for the acting life of Freddie Highmore. I recommend the movie for the whole family, but be warned, it may make you cry.