Jeff has written a total of 17 reviews with an average rating of 6. Jeff particularly liked The Dark Knight (2008), The Shawshank Redemption (1994) and Back To The Future (1985).
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The Dark Knight (2008) - 10/10
It is not an exaggeration to say, the Dark Knight may be the best films in the crime genre ever made. Christopher Nolan gave us everything we loved about Batman Begins and then topped it with the Dark Knight.
The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button (2008) - 9/10
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is based on a ridiculous short story from the first half of the century about a baby who is born an old man. The movie takes the subject much more seriously. A child is born with a fictional disease that makes him suffer from all of the elements of old age. And instead of growing up, he grows down. The film is beautiful and wonderful take on relationships and the frailty of life.
Cloverfield (2008) - 9/10
New York City can't catch a break. Whether it's getting hit by astroids, flooded by tsunamis, or getting destroyed by aliens, every one has a beef with NYC. Cloverfield is no different, but this time we have a sea monster knocking down buildings and destroying things. I love how director Matt Reeves doesn't focus on explaining the creature, rather we get to experience the terrifying night with the main characters. We also get a clever back story told creatively with breaks in the video camera.
Zack And Miri Make A Porno (2008) - 8/10
Zack and Miri make a porno, but also make a damn funny movie.
The Road (2009) - 8/10
The Road faithfully transforms Cormac McCarthy's novel into a beautiful yet bleak film. After reading the book I was really curious to see how they would make a movie, with such a sad ending. They succeeded by casting amazing actors in Viggo Mortensen and Kodi Smit-McPhee as the Man and the boy. They were a wonderful complement to each other and helped me immediately empathize with the characters. While the movie is dark, dejecting and depressing, it's still an enjoyable ride and worth seeing.
While She Was Out (2008) - 1/10
I have never been more insulted by the ending of a movie then by this one. The final scene has Kim Basinger's character doing something so unbelievable it makes you wonder what the writer and director were thinking. I can't say anything more without spoiling the film, but how about saving yourself some anger and just avoid this trash.
What Happens In Vegas (2008) - 2/10
Ordered by a judge to serve six months of “hard Marrage” – what could possibly go wrong with this premise… everything.
Back To The Future Part 3 (1990) - 8/10
The final installment of the Back to the Future trilogy is my favorite! It's not as good as part 1, but the over all feel for the movie just works. We get to travel with Marty and Doc back to 1885 and experience the old west! I love how they deal with time travel paradoxes, they explain everything and leave nothing open for debate. This trilogy is a shining achievement in the works of Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd. You should own the DVD set of these movies for your personal library.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) - 10/10
The Shawshank Redemption is the perfect movie. Frank Darabont's brilliantly turned Stephen King's novella into the greatest movie ever made. Andy Dufresne was a successful banker who was charged with the murder of his wife and her lover. He is sentenced to life in prison for each of the murders. In prison he meets a man named Red, who happens to be the only guilty man in Shawshank prison. His friendship with Andy and the lessons they learn together help make this movie the classic that it is.
Back To The Future Part 2 (1989) - 7/10
The 1985 "Back to the Future," left us with a monster cliff hanger. What happened to Marty and Jennifer's kids? Why was it so important that Doc had to come back to 1985 to get them? We find out all these answers in Robert Zemeckis' Back to the Future 2. We travel with characters back and fourth through time without once screwing with time space contingency. The film ended with another thrilling cliff hanger which left us all wanting Back to the Future 3.
Back To The Future (1985) - 10/10
Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd star in the greatest time travel movie ever created. Marty McFly accidentally travels back in time to 1955 where he gets mixed up in a love triangle between his mom and his dad. I have never met someone who doesn't love Back to the Future. It has set the standard for the time travel genre and will always hold a special place in the hearts of every science fiction fan.
1408 (2007) - 8/10
John Cusack shines in this terrifying ghost story written by Stephen King. Mike Enslin is a jaded horror author. He's going through the motions with little passion for his work. He's challenged one day to stay at the Dolphin Hotel in room 1408. When he tries to book the room, he's told it's not available to rent. After much persistence he's able to make a reservation. What happens next will scare the hell out of you. Watch the directors cut of the film, as it's even better & more frightening!
The Godfather Part III (1990) - 1/10
This movie does not exist. It never happened. If you ever come across a DVD or VHS tape labeled “Godfather III” it’s an obvious error, feel safe to throw it away and continue on with your life.
10,000 B.C. (2008) - 2/10
The first time I saw the trailer I was worried. While looking visually amazing, I had a nagging feeling the story wouldn't measure up. It was worse then I thought, my ears actually hurt from the dialogue. But, wait – look at all the amazing special effects & CGI! Doesn’t that make up for the hole of a script? No. Not even close. The movie tries to be 300, Lord of the Rings & Braveheart all bundled together. The problem is, all of those movies have something in common this lacks, they were good.
Passengers (2008) - 2/10
Passengers was mildly entertaining, only because of the beautiful Anne Hathaway. If you suffer through the film and make it to the big surprise ending, you’ll be disappointed. The twist is so big, you’ll see it coming a half hour in to the movie and you won't be impressed. My verdict: Rental (once it makes the "two for a dollar" shelf).
Up (2009) - 9/10
I'm always excited to see a new Pixar movie. They are the only movie studio in history to bat a perfect 1.000. Out of their 11 feature films, all 11 I would rate 8 or higher. Up, is just their latest masterpiece. One of the best parts of the movie is the opening prologue. We get introduced to Carl and Ellie Fredricksen along with one the most beautiful pieces music you'll ever hear, an award winning instrumental called "Married Life". It's the happiest & saddest song ever composed.
The Alphabet Killer (2008) - 3/10
The producers of the Alphabet Killer claimed their film was based on a true story. And while there were actual "Alphabet murders" that happened in the early 1970s, the film is hardly a documentary about the case. They just use the real events as their background of the story, then proceed to make shit up. My theory is the whole movie was just an excuse to get Eliza Dushku topless. The film is a disjointed "who done it"/"ghost"/"horror" story with zero pay off at the end.