brothertomtuttle Reviews

Stalking Santa (2006)

A Fun Mockumentary

[10/10 · 19 November 2007]

Prior to watching this film, I had no idea what it would be about. I didn't know it was a mock documentary (or mock-umentary), nor did I recognize any of the actors outside of the narrator, William Shatner.

Needless to say, the film went far above and beyond my expectations. It isn't necessarily a children's film, for the mere fact that most of the humor is aimed at adults. The content itself, however, is very PG-ish. In all honesty, I'm a little surprised the movie didn't garner a G-rating.

Regardless, the story documents a pair of self-proclaimed "Santologists" who look to uncover whether or not the man in red truly does exist. It's broken up as you might expect a documentary to be, with breaks between scenes with single-character reflections or the critiquing by a "real" scientist.

The movie is also filled with hilarious bits of "evidence," including a pair of bells found in Roswell, New Mexico, a site known for being associated with alien encounters.

Altogether, this is a film that can be appreciated by anyone who is looking for a light-hearted comedy with tender moments and hilarity throughout.

10/10 for a fun-factor

Inside Man (2006)

Outstanding

[10/10 · 1 April 2006]

This film that features a spectacular leading cast of Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, and Jodie Foster proves that Spike Lee can be a very good director.

This movie follows "the perfect bank robbery" while keeping you captivating wondering if it will be executed.

Inside Man moves with a suspensed pace and the acting is brilliant.

Clive Owen shows us once again that he is the quintessential bad-ass and Denzel Washington is brilliant as always. He seems to command that you watch the movie while being funny, serious, and omnipotent at the same time.

If there is one movie that you could have seen so far this year, well, this was it.

War of the Worlds (2005)

Spielber and Cruise at their finest

[10/10 · 9 July 2005]

The movie War of the Worlds is based on a radio show that was aired unexpectedly in the early-mid 20th Century and scared millions of listeners.

The movie version won't make you forget Independence Day, but it will make you forget all of Tom Cruise's bad roles. Cruise hasn't played in a great movie in a long time and this time he is brilliant.

Playing a divorcée dad, Cruise must fend for his family and survive himself. The combination of Spielberg's genius as a suspense master and Cruise's acting equals huge success.

If you haven't viewed the film, you won't be disappointed. Even if you aren't a fan of either the director or the star, see the movie anyways.

I hated Tom Cruise's Minority Report but loved this movie. It keeps you on the edge of your seat right up until the ending.

Maybe it won't, but I hope this film lands a few Oscars Cruise's and Spielberg's way. (Best film, best director, best male actor, best effects... especially best effects---this movie is beautiful).

My final verdict: Best film of 2005 yet