Watched in 2012
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- DirectorAkihiko ShiotaStarsAoi MiyazakiSeiichi TanabeTetsu SawakiFollowing the divorce of her parents, her mother's suicide attempt, and the rumors of an affair with her teacher, a lonely 7th grader starts skipping school in an attempt to find herself.8
Very powerful movie, leaves a lot of room for interpretation. Not an easy one to watch too, requires full attention and possibly a second viewing. Leaves you thinking about it for days. - DirectorHitoshi YazakiStarsMiki NakataniNao ÔmoriJûichi KobayashiStuck in a stale marriage, a soft toy designer and an office worker explore the limits of mutual honesty.6
While not exactly original story, this movie is pleasant for an eye, calm, slow-paced and relaxing. - DirectorHan Sang-heeStarsLee Joon-giAoi MiyazakiSeon-Yeong BaekMin is a Korean boy moves to Japan with his father who is a potter. One day at a local shrine, he meets Nanae, a beautiful Japanese girl with stunning eyes who is aspiring to be a painter. Min falls in love at first sight and finds out that Nanae attends the school to which he has just transferred. Their friendship develops fast despite their cultural and language difference. When Min's grandmother falls ill, Min returns to Korea and Nanae is nowhere to be found. Had his true feelings for Nanae not been apparent to her? Why has Nanae disappeared without a word?5
Did not like the story and production quality is mediocre at best. The aspect of language/communication barrier between the main characters, however, was very interesting. - DirectorJae-geun YoonStarsYunjin KimPark Hae-ilDa-hye JeongOne middle aged women is admitted to the hospital in a coma. Yeon-hee, who has been searching for a heart to transplant to her daughter, who has critical heart disease, is begging middle aged women's gangster son, Whee-do, by giving him a fortune. But when the reasons for Whee-do's mom are revealed one by one, Yeon-hee, who became desperate, is teaming up with dangerous people...5
A decent drama. Too many kidnappings and too little logic for my liking. - DirectorMichael GreenspanStarsAdrien BrodyCaroline DhavernasRyan RobbinsA man wakes in a car wreck at the bottom of a ravine and must overcome incredible odds to survive.3
Very very weak. Gave it 3 just because i have seen Speed Demon (2003). Main character's actions make very little sense. Why would someone go crawling into the woods for days after the car crash, instead of going straight back to the road? Luckily its just 85 min long. - DirectorYimou ZhangStarsZiyi ZhangHonglei SunHao ZhengPrompted by the death of his father and the grief of his mother, a man recalls the story of how they met in flashback.8
Great movie. The story is sincere and touching, and Yimou Zhang does amazing job visually. Some of the scenes look just dazzling. - DirectorByeong-gon KimStarsKim Ha-neulJang Keun-sukRyu Tae-joonEun-Yi (Kim Ha-Neul) works as an editor for a fashion magazine. She keeps failing in relationships with men, but doesn't get along with her colleagues. In-Ho (Jang Keun-Suk) was a promising ballet dancer. Two years ago he lifted a female dancer, but dropped her on accident. Because of this accident the woman was unable to dance any further and, now, In-Ho won't dance with women anymore. In-Ho now hopes to become a musical choreographer. Unfortunately for In-Ho, he doesn't have a place to stay. He goes to a bar where his friend Eun-Soo (Choi Jong-Hoon) works. Later that night, Eun-Soo takes In-Ho over to his older sister's house (fashion magazine editor Eun-Yi). When Eun-Yi arrives at her home, she walks into the bathroom and sees someone brushing her teeth. As she walks by she pats him on his rear end, assuming the guy is her younger brother Eun-Soo. When the guy turns around she's shocked that it is a complete stranger. Eun-Soo then asks his older sister Eun-Yi if In-Ho can stay at her place temporarily, telling her that he's really good with household chores. Eun-Yi disapproves of the idea, but that night Eun-Soo accepts money from In-Ho to stay at her sister's place. The next evening, on a rainy night, Eun-Yi walks home and finds a large blue box on front of her home. When she looks inside of the box she's shocked again to see the guy the from the other day, In-Ho, sitting in the box. Ji-Eun brings sopping wet In-Ho into her apartment, while she tries to contact her younger brother. Her younger brother doesn't answer her calls. Oddly enough, In-Ho reminds Eun-Yi of her former pet dog Momo. Eun-Yi then comes up with an arrangement. She will let In-Ho stay at her apartment if he will become her pet dog named Momo. As they become more familiar and comfortable with each other, Eun-Yi's first love Cha Woo-Sung (Ryu Tae-Joon) comes to her office looking for her .5
While not particularly a great movie, it definitely does not deserve its current IMDB rating of 2.1. It is light, pleasant, has some good humor and nice-looking actors. Had a nice time watching it. - DirectorEon-hie LeeStarsLim Soo-jungKim Rae-wonLee Mi-sookMi-na, a high school student living alone with her mother, dreams of having the perfect boyfriend. But can any man hope to live up to her image of the ideal partner?7
A perfect example of the romantic drama Koreans are so good at. Nothing original in the story really, but makes you feel for the main characters. - DirectorNaoto KumazawaStarsMikako TabeHaruma MiuraMisako RenbutsuA girl that resemble "Sadako" of the movie Ring is being feared by her classmates. She is avoided by everyone.While everyone is avoiding her, the popular boy Shota Kazehaya befriends her, and their love begins to grow.5
Did not expect it to be so much teen oriented. Being perhaps interesting for kids and teens, its too flat and shallow for adults. Not a bad movie, I am just in the wrong target group.
PS! And its hardly a drama. - DirectorAng LeeStarsChow Yun-FatMichelle YeohZiyi ZhangA young Chinese warrior steals a sword from a famed swordsman and then escapes into a world of romantic adventure with a mysterious man in the frontier of the nation.10
One of my all-time favorites, this movie is a breathtaking experience. Perfect in every aspect, it is beautifully filmed and served to the viewer. Features one of the best sword fights you will ever see (Ziyi Zhang vs Michelle Yeoh) and absolutely stunning OST.
One of the few movies i can re-watch regularly and be overwhelmed by it again and again. - DirectorShawn LevyStarsHugh JackmanEvangeline LillyDakota GoyoIn the near future, robot boxing is a top sport. A struggling ex-boxer feels he's found a champion in a discarded robot.6
Was a surprise for me. Turned out much better than i expected it to be. Instead of another CGI dummy aka Transformers 3, it proved to be a good family movie, that provides a lot of fun and has some heart in it. - DirectorChao-Bin SuJohn WooStarsMichelle YeohJung Woo-sungXueqi WangDrizzle/Zeng Jing tries to start a new life after she had betrayed her gang and hid the remains of monk.6
What it misses in plot and story, it makes up in reasonably good cinematography. And John Woo's touches combined with excellent fight scenes choreography make it an entertaining action movie. - DirectorOliver ParkerStarsRowan AtkinsonRosamund PikeDominic WestJohnny English goes up against international assassins hunting down Chinese Premier Xiang Ping.6
Light, entertaining comedy that provides a few good laughs and isn't annoying. You can't ask for more. - DirectorDanny BoyleStarsCillian MurphyRose ByrneChris EvansA team of international astronauts is sent on a dangerous mission to reignite the dying Sun with a nuclear fission bomb in 2057.7
A great science fiction movie overall, it can be split in two parts: while the first half is a sci-fi thriller, the second half is something else, something mad with philosophical subtext. Colorful and vivid images make this movie an eye-candy all the way through. At the time when good space-based sci-fi is hard to come by, definitely worth seeing. - DirectorTarsem SinghStarsHenry CavillMickey RourkeJohn HurtTheseus is a mortal man chosen by Zeus to lead the fight against the ruthless King Hyperion, who is on a rampage across Greece to obtain a weapon that can destroy humanity.5
Not a big fan of these mythology based movies. This one in particular seemed weak, even silly and dull at times. Couldn't help myself but felt relieved when it finally ended. - DirectorDominique FarrugiaStarsFranck DuboscRichard BerryJean-Hugues AngladeThomas Gardesse, a traveling alarm systems salesman, is arrested for a minor offense and sentenced to six months imprisonment. Mistaken for a criminal mastermind, he is sprung by a gang that expects him rob an armored car for them.5
A french comedy, good enough to have a nice time watching it. Pleasant main characters, light humor, couldn't expect more. - DirectorSuk-Yoon KimStarsKim Myung-minOh Dal-suHan Ji-minDetective genius Detective K is enlisted by the king to investigate a string of murders that may be linked to a government conspiracy. But when K becomes a suspect himself, he'll have to catch the killers to prove his own innocence.6
Surprisingly good adventure/crime movie. Quality made, keeps you interested throughout. Will be glad to see a sequel, which shouldn't be too far away, considering it was one of the top grossing Korean movies in 2011. - DirectorJohn WooStarsChow Yun-FatDanny LeeSally YehA disillusioned assassin accepts one last hit in hopes of using his earnings to restore vision to a singer he accidentally blinded.7
In the best traditions of the late 80's/early 90's action films, this is one of the best 'old' Hong Kong movies. - DirectorSang-woo KimStarsUhm JunghwaDaniel HenneyHolly Karrol ClarkA Korean company analyst rear-ends an American man's car then discovers he's her new boss. Unlucky at love, she begins to take romance lessons from him in order to seduce him.5
While well directed and quality made, the story is quite disappointing. Another take on the worn-off naive girl/macho guy romance story, with no attempt even to introduce something original. The comedy aspect is quite weak too. - DirectorCraig GillespieStarsAnton YelchinColin FarrellDavid Tennant"Fright Night" - A new neighbor moves in next to Charley, who discovers that he is an ancient vampire who preys on the community. Can he save his neighborhood from the creature with the help of the famous "vampire killer", Peter Vincent?6
Good popcorn fun for when you are not in the mood to think. - DirectorTanya WexlerStarsMaggie GyllenhaalHugh DancyJonathan PryceThe truth of how Mortimer Granville devised the invention of the first vibrator in the name of medical science.7
An amusing story in the first place, this movie has all the basic elements of a good, light comedy. Will not disappoint if that is what you are looking for. - DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsJeremy IrvineEmily WatsonDavid ThewlisA young farm boy enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. His hopeful journey takes him out of England and onto the front lines as the war rages on.6
It is a good family movie. Still, i have to admit that i did expect more. Talking about 'horse' movies, i liked Secretariat better. - DirectorXiaogang FengStarsYou GeShu QiWei FanAfter making a killing, Fen returns to China a rich man. After seeking a wife on internet, he meets many women but only likes air hostess Liang/Shu Qi, who's in love with a married man and only wants friendship.8
A very nice surprise! Accidentally came across this movie and it turned out to be really great. Though it is beautifully filmed and played (main characters are uniquely great), i am not sure what exactly makes it stand out from other similar films for me, but it left me with the rare feeling of delight, i had, for example, after watching Juno or Breakfast at Tiffany's. - DirectorXiaogang FengStarsYou GeShu QiHonglei SunWealthy middle-aged entrepreneur Qin and beautiful flight attendant Xiaoxiao Liang question their relationship after presiding over good friends Mang Guo and Shan Li's lavish "divorce ceremony."7
Excellent sequel to the first movie. Continuing the same story, it is equally inspiring. At times fun, at times sad, these movies (both parts) leave you touched. - DirectorLouis LeterrierCorey YuenStarsJason StathamShu QiMatt SchulzeFrank Martin, who "transports" packages for unknown clients, is asked to move a package that soon begins moving, and complications arise.6
It has all the basic elements to be a great film, but it isn't. It is well filmed, has great action scenes, beautiful asian girl and reasonable plot. However, it is a PG13 rated film, which makes a lot of scenes look dull and illogical. Could have been a perfect action movie, if was rated R. - DirectorDito MontielStarsChanning TatumAl PacinoJuliette BinocheA young cop is assigned to a precinct in the working class neighborhood where he grew up, and an old secret threatens to destroy his life and his family.4
Quite boring. Perhaps its because for the whole duration of the movie no one says directly what he means, and you just have to wonder for more than an hour - what the hell are these people doing? - DirectorHark TsuiStarsTony Ka Fai LeungChao DengCarina LauAn exiled detective is recruited to solve a series of mysterious deaths that threaten to delay the inauguration of Empress Wu.7
Great entertainment. A mix of Indiana Jones and Sherlock Holmes, together with beautiful and elegant marital arts scenes make this movie a unique experience. The story is well balanced and provides good suspense atmosphere. Well done! - DirectorMichael BrandtStarsRichard GereTopher GraceMartin SheenA retired CIA operative is paired with a young FBI agent to unravel the mystery of a senator's murder, with all signs pointing to a Soviet assassin.5
A decent spy thriller. Not an intellectual kind 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' is, more simple and straight-forward. Good enough to spend an evening watching though. - DirectorBennett MillerStarsBrad PittRobin WrightJonah HillOakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players.8
An incredibly strong, inspiring movie. Baseball is a complete unknown for me, so i wasn't expecting much beforehand. But was surprised by how intelligent and deep this film is. And the cast, extraordinary by names, did an amazing job. - DirectorJong-kwan KwonStarsJung Woo-sungLim Soo-jungCha Tae-hyunThis film follows the lives of four very different couples as they deal with love, loss and life in these romantic, loosely interconnected tales.7
Kind, touching and... as the name states - sad. Good drama, just one step below such Korean classics as 'A moment to remember' or 'My sassy girl'. - DirectorKim Sung-suStarsLee Na-youngJang HyukAngela KellyReserved 25 year old Na Young-ju has to attend an English course but she would be much more interested in getting a boyfriend.5
Didn't feel convinced at the beginning, but it grows on you a bit along the way. A decent one-timer comedy. - DirectorPark Chan-wookStarsLim Soo-jungRainPark Byeong-eunA girl who thinks she is a combat cyborg checks into a mental hospital, where she encounters other psychotics. Eventually, she falls for a man who thinks he can steal people's souls.7
A very good art-house ..ish film. Bright and colorful, it is a touching and original love story. Full of small details that are hard to notice but have important role to the understanding of the movie, so requires full attention. - DirectorKenny OrtegaStarsMichael JacksonAlex AlAlexandra ApjarovaA compilation of interviews, rehearsals, and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.10
Being the fan for most of my life, there is no way I can give this film anything less than 10. It is a rare opportunity to see the Man at work, to see the footage which is 100% true and sincere, because it wasn't originally meant to be seen by public. After seeing this, together with BD bonus material, I can't help it but have a selfish feeling of being robbed of something amazing this show should have been, but never was. - DirectorAndrew LauAlan MakStarsTony Leung Chiu-waiTakeshi KaneshiroShu QiA detective helps a friend investigate the mysterious death of his father-in-law.5
Somehow the idea of telling this story with the bad guy known from the beginning doesn't work. Could have been a much better movie. Oh well, at least it has Qi Shu in it. - DirectorJang-ha RyuStarsYoo Ji-taeLee Yeon-heeChae Jeong-anThirty-year-old Yun-woo bumps into a high school student in the elevator while on his way to work. His heart starts pounding at this teenager's boldness. At a subway station, KANG Sook can't stop staring at the long-haired, beautiful Ha-kyung. Ha-kyung breaks up with KANG Sook only a few hours after they first meet. However, KANG Sook has already fallen in love with her.7
This movie is great in a way, that it is very light and calm. Both actors and characters are enjoyable to look at and the story is touching and a bit sad but not dramatic. Liked it a lot. - DirectorTakehiko ShinjôStarsAoi MiyazakiHiroshi TamakiMunetaka AokiA photographer named Makoto travels to New York during Christmas to look for his best friend, Shizuru. The two first met when Makoto attended his university entrance ceremony. Due to his inferiority complex, Makoto tends to shy away other people but Shizuru managed to make him open up to her. Because of their friendship, Shizuru also ended up taking an interest in photography and the two often went to the forest to take pictures. Shizuru wants nothing else but to be by Makoto's side, so when he started liking another girl called Miyuki , Shizuru decided that she too will like Miyuki and becomes her friend. One day , Makoto asked Shizuru what present she'd like to receive for her Birthday. Shizuru , who wants to enter a photography competition, had an idea to take a picture of the two of them kissing in a forest. Makoto agreed to do this and the two kissed for the very first time. After that day, however, Shizuru disappears from Makoto's life.7
Did not expect such a film from Japan. I thought Koreans monopolized the romance/drama genre in Asia as they are best known for it, while Japan is better known by thriller/horror films. Heavenly Forest, however, proves to be just as good as the best Korean examples. Impressed. - DirectorYuri KanchikuStarsNozomi SasakiShôsuke TaniharaHikaru YamamotoSeventeen year old high school student Rio Ozawa is always the center of attention due to her beauty. Yet Rio has never cared about anyone but herself due to her traumatic past. Her friends exist only so she can use them for her gains. Rio is only interested in money. She is involved in "compensated dating" and extortion. One day Rio's photographs get mixed up at the store with those of another person of last name Ozawa. She then meets 35 year old college professor Kouki Ozawa, and falls in love for the first time. Rio feels confused by her emotions. She changes from a confident, mature person, to something more like a typical schoolgirl with a huge crush. She follows Kouki around, asks him to tutor her, and wants to date him. Although Kouki becomes interested in Rio, there is a reason he doesn't pursue the relationship. However, Rio is very insistent and starts changing her whole world for the better in order to be with him. Suddenly Kouki disappears without saying goodbye, and Rio is crushed. Her friends, with the help of Kouki's relative, find him working at another school. Rio then finds out that he is dying of brain cancer, which is why he wanted to keep his distance, in order to avoid breaking her heart. She convinces him to get a risky operation, even if it means he cannot remember her, so that they can have more time together. In the end, he survives the operation, and they get together again, though it isn't clear if he remembers her.6
While this movie offers a happy ..ish ending (which is nice to see once in a while, as it is rare for this kind of stories), it is quite dark and heavy by itself if you think it through just a little bit deeper. Differs greatly in atmosphere from your average romance/drama. What i didn't like, however, is too much anime-like acting by the girls. Looks nice if you see it once or twice, but gets annoying if seen too often. - DirectorYun-su JeonStarsCha Tae-hyunSong Hye-kyoSong Chang-uiBeautiful student Su-Eun prevents her fellow student Su-Ho to drown in the ocean. Su-Ho however, does not know who saved him, until Su-Eun tells him after a while. The love between them starts to grow, seemingly infinite. But then something terrible happens.5
Decided to give this movie a try, mainly because of the leading actors who both starred in some of the best Korean films. While the movie is kind and touching and you can't really dislike it, there no doubt are better ones using the same eternal plot. - DirectorIsao YukisadaStarsTakao OsawaKô ShibasakiMasami NagasawaWhile searching for his fiancee Ritsuko, Sakutarou rediscovers through flashbacks the void deep within him caused by the events from his high school days.8
Watched it just to compare after I learned that Korean 'My girl and I' is a remake of this movie and I am happy i did. This film is by far better. Not only it has all the bits I felt were missing in the Korean version, like actual story development and completeness, but also has a certain plot twist, that was completely left out in 'My girl and I' that makes it even better. Also is beautifully filmed. - DirectorBill CondonStarsKristen StewartRobert PattinsonTaylor LautnerThe Quileutes close in on expecting parents Edward and Bella, whose unborn child poses a threat to the Wolf Pack and the towns people of Forks.4
It is a lame movie, everyone knows that, but I had to see it for myself anyway. Had a few good laughs watching it, how lame it is. It is amazing really how a movie like this can gross into 10-digit numbers (with dvd sales). - DirectorGary McKendryStarsJason StathamClive OwenRobert De NiroWhen his mentor is taken captive by a disgraced Arab sheik, a killer-for-hire is forced into action. His mission: kill three members of Britain's elite Special Air Service responsible for his sons' deaths.6
Good action film. Strong cast, original plot, great 80's scenery. Keeps you interested throughout. - DirectorPedro AlmodóvarStarsAntonio BanderasElena AnayaJan CornetA brilliant plastic surgeon, haunted by past tragedies, creates a type of synthetic skin that withstands any kind of damage. His guinea pig: a mysterious and volatile woman who holds the key to his obsession.8
Great movie. It is a mystery thriller i think, that offers not only great and original plot, but also is visually beautiful and has a very strong, unique atmosphere. Makes you think about what you have just seen. - DirectorBrett RatnerStarsEddie MurphyBen StillerCasey AffleckWhen a group of hard-working guys find out they've fallen victim to their wealthy employer's Ponzi scheme, they conspire to rob his high-rise residence.6
Reasonably good popcorn movie. Suits well to spend an evening in good company. Strong cast and some good jokes provide good fun. - DirectorAlexander PayneStarsGeorge ClooneyShailene WoodleyAmara MillerA land baron tries to reconnect with his two daughters after his wife is seriously injured in a boating accident.8
Very good movie. It is very pleasant, calm and smooth. Liked the atmosphere, it's like I have spend these two hours in Hawaii. - DirectorBeom-gu ChoStarsLee Min-kiKang Ye-wonKim In-kwonA famous biker named Gi-su (Lee Min-ki) has to deliver a bomb on his helmet under 30 minutes with his new girlfriend Ah-rom (Kang Ye-won) before it explodes.5
This high budget Korean film is a brainless action/comedy. The plot is non-existent, so its all about action stunts, and this movie has a lot of them. Most are not too impressive, however, except for a few good ones. And it is a bit too long, would have been only better if was under 90 minutes. - DirectorMorten TyldumStarsAksel HennieSynnøve Macody LundNikolaj Coster-WaldauAn accomplished headhunter risks everything to obtain a valuable painting owned by a former mercenary.7
What a surprise from Norway. Excellent crime/thriller film, one of the best I have seen in a long time. The ending, however, could have been better, this totally boring happy-end spoiled the movie for me a bit. - DirectorJee-woon KimStarsLim Soo-jungYum Jung-ahKim Kap-suAfter being institutionalized in a mental hospital, Su-mi reunites with her sister, Su-yeon, and they return to live at their country home. But strange events plague the house, leading to surprising revelations and a shocking conclusion.8
Heard a lot about this film, finally got to see it. An excellent thriller, partly even horror. It is quite complicated at the first glance, full of small clues that are easy to miss, but greatly impressive once you figure it out. Combine that with excellent cinematography and music score, and you get yourself a great movie. - DirectorJosh TrankStarsDane DeHaanAlex RussellMichael B. JordanThree high school friends gain superpowers after making an incredible discovery underground. Soon they find their lives spinning out of control and their bond tested as they embrace their darker sides.6
Can't say i liked it a lot. It is quite original in some ways, cinematography-wise in the first place, but the style gets annoying after half an hour. The story itself is very simple, if not to say primitive, nothing special in that department. Overall, a decent one-timer. - DirectorJ.C. ChandorStarsZachary QuintoStanley TucciKevin SpaceyFollows the key people at an investment bank over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the 2008 financial crisis.7
A corporate thriller, if you will, based on the recent financial crisis. The technical details are simplified greatly to allow an average person not to be confused, the main idea, however, is presented quite well. A very strong cast does a great job keeping you in suspense by a movie, consisting entirely of talking. - DirectorDaniel EspinosaStarsDenzel WashingtonRyan ReynoldsRobert PatrickA young CIA agent is tasked with looking after a fugitive in a safe house. But when the safe house is attacked, he finds himself on the run with his charge.6
A good spy action/drama. Not too complicated story, great 'live' action scenes and awesome as usual Denzel Washington. Pretty much all you need to enjoy a movie like this. - DirectorBruce RobinsonStarsJohnny DeppGiovanni RibisiAaron EckhartAmerican journalist Paul Kemp takes on a freelance job in Puerto Rico for a local newspaper during the 1960s and struggles to find a balance between island culture and the expatriates who live there.6
Hmm, not sure about this one. The acting is good, the locations are spectacular, the atmosphere of the 1960's Caribbean is perfect. It is, however, incomplete somehow. - DirectorJee-woon KimStarsLee Byung-hunChoi Min-sikJeon Gook-hwanA secret agent exacts revenge on a serial killer through a series of captures and releases.8
One of the best 'maniac' thrillers. Not exactly Silence of the Lambs, but reasonably close. - DirectorYuan ZhangStarsWen JiangWei ZhaoLijun FangWell, apparently Wu Fang (Wei Zhao) is a young lady on a mission. Namely, to go on as many dates as quickly as possible, not to drink as much tea as possible, but to find the man of her dreams. Then there is her latest blind date, one Chen Mingliang (Wen Jiang), who is on a rebound and meeting Miss Wu. Will this one work out? After all, they seem to be opposites in so many ways.8
Surprised to see the rating for this movie is only 6.8. It starts as a light romance film, similar to 'If you are the one' is many ways, but later develops into a much deeper story that even has psychedelic thriller notes in it. An unusual, unique film. Perfect! - DirectorMartin ScorseseStarsAsa ButterfieldChloë Grace MoretzChristopher LeeIn 1931 Paris, an orphan living in the walls of a train station gets wrapped up in a mystery involving his late father and an automaton.7
A very good family movie. The production quality is breathtaking. It is amazing how in our era of CGI development, when you thought you have seen everything, you still can be stunned by the quality of what you see on the screen. Visually perfect, story-wise, however, it is not. Somehow it doesn't touch you deep enough, leaves no impression and is out of your mind with the final credits. - DirectorHyun-seung LeeStarsSong Kang-hoShin Se-KyungCheon Jeong-myeongA young assassin is sent to kill a retired mob boss. But things get complicated when she begins to like him.6
Not exactly the best movie ever, but well made, quite interesting and very enjoyable. The mafia related part of the story is mediocre, but the mixed-in romance part is good. Overall, worth seeing. - DirectorW.D. HoganStarsRobert KnepperJulia BensonCameron BrightAfter dense matter from an imploded white hole hits Earth, the planet's rotation is devastated. A group of government agents must locate a lost satellite network that is the world's only hope for survival.2
It's bad, really bad. I like TV movies occasionally, there are very good ones too, but not this one. The production quality is ludicrous, and the story makes no sense whatsoever. Probably the worst film I have seen in years. - DirectorTakehiko ShinjôStarsMao InoueMasaki OkadaNatsuki HaradaTakuma knows that his life is shorter than the others and he feels that his demise is getting near. He chose to stay away from the girl that he loves so that she can easily move on. What he didn't know is that he is under-estimating her.5
A teen oriented Asian romance/drama. The story is very simple and unoriginal, have seen it many times before. It is an OK film to watch and enjoy, but not even close to the best examples in the genre. - DirectorWon Tae-yeonStarsKwon Sang-wooLee Bo-youngLee Beom-su"K" loves Cream but has terminal cancer so he keeps his love for her secret and tries to find a mate for her before he dies so she will not be alone after he dies.7
Nice film. For the first half or so it looked like another average Korean romance/drama, but the turn it takes in the second half makes it stand out, adds deepness to the story and lets you feel it better. It still lacked in atmosphere and chemistry a bit in my opinion - DirectorMåns MårlindBjörn SteinStarsKate BeckinsaleMichael EalyIndia EisleyWhen human forces discover the existence of the Vampire and Lycan clans, a war to eradicate both species commences. The vampire warrior Selene leads the battle against humankind.5
Not a fan of the vampire related movies. This one has good CGI action scenes, not much more than that. It can be enjoyable if the mood is right. But its best feature is its length - 78 minutes! - DirectorHyeong-jun BaeStarsKim Ha-neulGang Dong-wonSong Jae-hoWhile a man is out of town, a con-woman claims to be his fiancée and moves in with his family.6
A nice light comedy. If you look for a relaxing movie that provides some good laughs, this one works well. - DirectorKyeong-hyeong KimStarsKim Ha-neulKwon Sang-wooBaek Il-seobA man from a wealthy family who should be in his second year of college, is still finishing his highschool requirements. His family hire a tutor for him who is his own age but she comes from a poor background.6
Same as 'Too Beautiful to Lie', similar kind of comedy, very light and pleasant. The ending is a bit weak though, but a good movie nevertheless. - DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsJamie BellAndy SerkisDaniel CraigIntrepid reporter Tintin and Captain Haddock set off on a treasure hunt for a sunken ship commanded by Haddock's ancestor.8
A great adventure film, Pirates of the Caribbean style. It is interesting to see how far CGI has advanced, even though it is an animation, you definitely can't call it a cartoon, it is a movie, and it looks fantastic. The story is very good too, can't wait for the next part. - DirectorKang Hyeong-cheolStarsYoo Ho-jeongShim Eun-kyungJin Hee-kyungSeven girls become good friends in high school, then events pull them apart for 25 years. When one of the friends lies dying in a hospital, she wishes to see each of them one last time.8
Quite simply, one of the best Korean movies I have ever seen. It is a comedy and drama about friendship, that touches you deeply. The story is quite simple yet original. You rarely come across such a great film. - DirectorYoung-Sung SohnStarsHa Jung-wooPark Hee-soonJang HyukElite attorney Kang Seong-Hee goes up against a top prosecutor over a case involving a man accused of killing his wife.6
A good court-room drama/crime movie, the story keeps you guessing till the very end. I like this kind of movies in general and definitely enjoyed this one, even though it isn't exactly something new. - DirectorIsao YukisadaStarsSatoshi TsumabukiYûko TakeuchiSôsuke TakaokaEarly 20th century Japan. Kiyoaki Matsugae, a young aristocrat falls in love with a girl he grew up with; Satoko Ayakura, who is to be married to a prince of the royal family.6
A very well made movie. The photography and scenery are beautiful, the actors are great, all in all a great drama film. I did not read the book, but the story seems a bit weak, the reasons for certain actions are not always clear. - DirectorLone ScherfigStarsAnne HathawayJim SturgessPatricia ClarksonAfter spending the night together on the eve of their college graduation, Dexter and Emma are shown each year on the same date to see where they are in their lives. They are sometimes together, and sometimes not.6
Reasonably good movie. Quite light, but apart from many similar films, looks very real. Really liked some of the humor, thin and clever. And the music by Rachel Portman is great as usual. - DirectorDavid FincherStarsDaniel CraigRooney MaraChristopher PlummerJournalist Mikael Blomkvist is aided in his search for a woman who has been missing for 40 years by young computer hacker Lisbeth Salander.9
Definitely one of the best movies of 2011. I did see the Swedish original some time ago, that was great, but this one is even better. Doesn't happen often with remakes. A very strong detective story, quite dark and complicated. The heavy tense atmosphere is perfect, as is every aspect of this film. - DirectorJoe CarnahanStarsLiam NeesonDermot MulroneyFrank GrilloAfter their plane crashes in Alaska, six oil workers are led by a skilled huntsman to survival, but a pack of merciless wolves haunts their every step.7
A good action/thriller/drama, that stands out from the rest. The story is simple, but well executed and has some deeper twists to it. Liam Neeson is great as usual. Worth seeing. - DirectorSimon CurtisStarsMichelle WilliamsEddie RedmayneKenneth BranaghColin Clark, an employee of Sir Laurence Olivier, documents the tense interactions between Olivier and Marilyn Monroe during the production of The Prince and the Showgirl (1957).6
I knew nothing about Marilyn Monroe before I saw this movie. I have to admit I am surprised to learn how she was, that is if portrayed truthfully. The movie itself is bright and pleasant, well made. But I found myself to be more interested in its biographical part, rather than story itself. - DirectorKi-hwan OhStarsSon Ye-jinSong Il-gukGeum Bo-raMin-jun and Ji-won are first-rate "players" who are used to getting their way in the field of love and sex, until they run into each other. Let the games begin.6
A light comedy, a bit shallow, but still enjoyable. The pair of lead actors is great and some of the jokes really made me laugh (like the one with the watches). Good one-timer. - DirectorRoger DonaldsonStarsNicolas CageJanuary JonesGuy PearceAfter his wife is assaulted, a husband enlists the services of a vigilante group to help him settle the score. Then he discovers they want a 'favor' from him in return.6
Interesting plot, the resolution, however, could have been something more original, still a good action thriller. - DirectorFelix ChongAlan MakStarsDonnie YenWen JiangLi SunThe story of legendary Guan Yu crossing five passes & slaying six generals. He played a major role in the civil war that led to the collapse of Han Dynasty & the establishment of Shu Han of the 3 Kingdoms, making Liu Bei its first emperor.4
This movie is quality made, but quite boring. At the end I found myself wondering what exactly was it about... Even Donnie Yen couldn't save it. - DirectorTakashi KoizumiStarsAkira TeraoEri FukatsuTakanari SaitoThe story of a single mother housekeeper and a mathematics professor, who has a brain damage.6
A nice little TV-like movie. The plot is not outlined sharply, as with the beginning, development and conclusion. Instead we are being shown a period of time in the lives of several people and their relationship. It is one of those kind, warm and very calm stories. - DirectorOlivier NakacheÉric ToledanoStarsFrançois CluzetOmar SyAnne Le NyAfter he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver.8
A perfect French movie, a combination of comedy and light drama. This movie has great humor and is very sincere and touching at the same time, really inspiring. The leading duo is perfect. Enjoyed it very much. - DirectorJannicke Systad JacobsenStarsHelene BergsholmMalin BjørhovdeHenriette SteenstrupIn Skoddeheimen, Norway, 15-year-old Alma is consumed by her hormones and fantasies that range from sweetly romantic images of Artur, the boyfriend she yearns for, to daydreams about practically everybody she lays eyes on.6
It is the third Norwegian movie I have seen in the last 12 months (other two are The Troll Hunter and Headhunters) and all three turned out to be very good. This one is a light comedy with strong absurd-ish atmosphere. Liked it. - DirectorIsao YukisadaStarsErika SawajiriYûsuke IseyaYûko TakeuchiKae Horii (Erika Sawajiri) moves into her new flat in an undisclosed area of Kyoto. While unpacking her belongings, she discovers a hidden compartment behind a inconspicuous mirror. In that compartment, Kae finds a notebook, that turns out to be a diary belonging to the previous tenant. Later that evening Kae starts to read the diary. The writer of the diary is Ibuki Mano (Yuko Takeuchi), a young lady about to embark on her first year as an elementary school teacher. Ibuki is also in love with a man named Takashi, who may or may not hold similar feelings for Ibuki. The diary immediately resonates with Kae, as she plans to become an elementary school teacher herself. Ibuki's experiences also works as an inspirational instructional guide for Kae's own personal life. Kae is also in love with an aloof illustrator/artist (Yusuke Iseya), who may or may not hold similar feelings for Kae.6
Very similar to some other Yukisada films I have seen. It is a light, calm, slow-paced half-drama with an up-lifting, inspiring ending. Good one. - DirectorKike MaílloStarsDaniel BrühlMarta EturaAlberto AmmannA shy genius is employed by his former university to design robot software.7
A nice surprise. Don't get to see Spanish films often, Spanish sci-fi - probably never. This one does not disappoint. - DirectorJean BeckerStarsGérard DepardieuGisèle CasadesusMauraneA semi-literate and lonely odd-job man bonds with a much older and well-read woman.6
Not exactly a comedy, this film is simple, emotional, bright and a little bit sad. Its nice to see a Depardieu movie from time to time. A great actor. - DirectorCameron CroweStarsMatt DamonScarlett JohanssonThomas Haden ChurchSet in Southern California, a father moves his young family to the countryside to renovate and re-open a struggling zoo.6
Good family movie, strong cast, inspiring story. But whats up with everyone wearing the same color lipstick? - DirectorSteven SoderberghStarsGina CaranoEwan McGregorMichael FassbenderA black ops super soldier seeks payback after she is betrayed and set up during a mission.6
Kind of liked it, it certainly is unusual. This movie is not about the story, there is none, it is about style, atmosphere and director attempt to live up to its image. Good thing there are no Soderbergh's usual friends/actors in it. Overall, it is a fine action flick. - DirectorHeitor DhaliaStarsAmanda SeyfriedJennifer CarpenterWes BentleyA woman is convinced her kidnapper has returned when her sister goes missing.6
Reasonably good thriller. I definitely liked it more than most critics. There were, however, few misleading clues, like some Jason Bourne-like skills main character showed and the ending seemed a bit weak, but still adequate. - DirectorGary RossStarsJennifer LawrenceJosh HutchersonLiam HemsworthKatniss Everdeen voluntarily takes her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games: a televised competition in which two teenagers from each of the twelve Districts of Panem are chosen at random to fight to the death.5->6
Kind of The Running Man/Battle Royale mix, like the idea. Both, however, are much better movies than the Hunger Games. It appears that 'tributes' are all complete morons, that have no clue whatsoever. All the stupidity aside, it is seriously underexplained, leaves the feeling of an episode taken out of context. Definitely expected more after seeing the trailer few months back.
Changed from 5 to 6 stars after the second viewing. - DirectorChris GorakStarsEmile HirschOlivia ThirlbyMax MinghellaIn Moscow, five young people lead the charge against an alien race who have attacked Earth via our power supply.4
Movies like this have 200mil budgets these days. Most of them turn out quite lame story-wise but are entertaining visually. The Darkest Hour is just a fraction of that in every way. Avoid. - DirectorAchim von BorriesStarsPavel WenzelAleksey GuskovIvan ShvedoffA group of Russian soldiers are sent into Northern Germany at the tail-end of WWII, where they occupy a children's home in close proximity to a larger German unit. Against these odds, a friendship forms between a German orphan and a childless Soviet captain.6
A decent WWII movie. It is about good and bad people rather than good and bad sides. - DirectorMike McCoyScott WaughStarsAlex VeadovRoselyn SanchezNestor SerranoAn elite team of Navy SEALs embark on a covert mission to recover a kidnapped CIA agent.5
A glam US armed forces ad. Some of the first-person view action photography looks interesting. Not much more other than that. - DirectorGuy RitchieStarsRobert Downey Jr.Jude LawJared HarrisDetective Sherlock Holmes is on the trail of criminal mastermind Professor Moriarty, who is carrying out a string of random crimes across Europe.7
Not what you would normally expect from a Sherlock Holmes movie. The story is weak and offers no suspense or mystery. Instead, the film is packed with overproduced action scenes. The photography is beautiful, but the style looks out of place. You will either accept it as a wild, fun entertainment (I did), or be disappointed. - DirectorPeter BergStarsAlexander SkarsgårdBrooklyn DeckerLiam NeesonA fleet of ships is forced to do battle with an armada of unknown origins in order to discover and thwart their destructive goals.6
It is not a great movie. Totally not serious, lame and often silly. But so what, it is a good entertainment, a roller coaster. And if taken as such, can very well be enjoyed. - DirectorJoss WhedonStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansScarlett JohanssonEarth's mightiest heroes must come together and learn to fight as a team if they are going to stop the mischievous Loki and his alien army from enslaving humanity.7
A bit disappointing, to be honest. But how couldn't it be, after the hype and expectations were boosted so high up, that nothing you could possibly see, would not disappoint. It is a huge movie, the CGI is overwhelming, so much actually, that nothing else happening on the screen really matters (hello Transformers 2,3). A great entertainment. Still, a one timer. - DirectorJon HurwitzHayden SchlossbergStarsJason BiggsAlyson HanniganSeann William ScottJim, Michelle, Stifler, and their friends reunite in East Great Falls, Michigan for their high school reunion.6
A decent sequel, provides a lot of nostalgic feelings. And Reunion is the perfect title for it, as most of the fun comes from references to previous films. - DirectorDmitriy DyachenkoStarsLeonid BaratsAleksandr DemidovRostislav KhaitFour friends are forced to stay put in a radio station on New Year's Eve after one of them gets into trouble. They use the opportunity to remember the past, talk about women, music, and decisions they had made throughout their lives.4
Supposed to be a light comedy. Probably is. Has one or two good jokes in it, otherwise - boring. - DirectorPeter FlinthStarsMalin CrépinBjörn KjellmanLeif AndréeReporter Annika is at the Nobel prize awards, when shooting kills a woman and wounds an Israeli stem cell scientist. Annika is silenced as witness, so she investigates the killed woman while the press writes about the Israeli.5
A good TV crime thriller. Not the one to remember, but quite enjoyable 90 minutes, if you like this kind of movies. - DirectorAnthony HemingwayStarsCuba Gooding Jr.Gerald McRaneyDavid OyelowoA crew of African American pilots in the Tuskegee training program, having faced segregation while kept mostly on the ground during World War II, are called into duty under the guidance of Col. A.J. Bullard.6
After first seeing the trailer, I expected much of this movie, but it didn't deliver. Action scenes are quite spectacular but not extraordinary. Story-wise this film is very weak however. - DirectorMichael DowseStarsSeann William ScottJay BaruchelAlison PillLabeled an outcast by his brainy family, a bouncer overcomes long odds to lead a team of under performing misfits to semi-pro hockey glory, beating the crap out of everything that stands in his way.6
A brain-less comedy full of politically incorrect, vulgar humor. Can be enjoyable. - DirectorGavin WiesenStarsFreddie HighmoreEmma RobertsMichael AngaranoGeorge, a lonely and fatalistic teen who has made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.6
Despite such poor reviews from critics, I didn't find this movie that bad or bad at all for that matter. - DirectorJames WatkinsStarsDaniel RadcliffeJanet McTeerCiarán HindsA young solicitor travels to a remote village where he discovers that the vengeful ghost of a scorned woman is terrorizing the locals.5
It has good parts in it - well maintained dense atmosphere, reasonable ending.., but the story is very weak, and cheap spooks it is full of, like unexpected loud sounds and similar, make it annoying after half an hour. - DirectorBoaz YakinStarsJason StathamCatherine ChanChris SarandonMei, a young girl whose memory holds a priceless numerical code, finds herself pursued by the Triads, the Russian mob, and corrupt NYC cops. Coming to her aid is an ex-cage fighter whose life was destroyed by the gangsters on Mei's trail.6
Good action flick, 90's style. Very similar to Statham's other recent films. - DirectorAsger LethStarsSam WorthingtonElizabeth BanksJamie BellAs a police psychologist works to talk down an ex-con who is threatening to jump from a Manhattan hotel rooftop, the biggest diamond heist ever committed is in motion.6
Had this movie laying around for months, because I didn't expect it to be any good. Finally got a chance to see it, and it turned out much better that I thought it would be. Some moments of the 'grand plan' are quite lame, but overall the movie is worth seeing. - DirectorJames McTeigueStarsJohn CusackAlice EveLuke EvansWhen a madman begins committing horrific murders inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's works, a young Baltimore detective joins forces with Poe to stop him from making his stories a reality.7
It has been some time since I have seen a movie that immersive. Great thriller, beautiful photography, enjoyed every minute of it. - DirectorRidley ScottStarsNoomi RapaceLogan Marshall-GreenMichael FassbenderFollowing clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.8
The movie is visually stunning, and exceptionally well made. The story is solid, with few interesting twists and references. For a sci-fi fan like myself, not much can top this. - DirectorAdrian GrunbergStarsMel GibsonKevin BalmoreDaniel Giménez CachoA career criminal nabbed by Mexican authorities is placed in a tough prison where he learns to survive with the help of a young boy.7
Didn't expect much, but was pleasantly surprised. It feels very fresh and original. Feels a bit like Robert Rodrigues' work, not that dark however. Good movie.