It's amazing to think that everyone that took part in the creation of this epic is probably dead now. Metropolis was decades ahead of its time. Classy and original, it can stand up amongst the great films of all time. It's a pity that this silent movie with its black and white, grainy quality will never be seen, or appreciated by the general populace.
Archives for January 2003
Maid In Manhattan
A poor mans Pretty Woman that, despite J-Lo putting her all into the part, has far too much sickly sweetness and not enough genuine wit to drag it into the “half-decent” category.
Lilo & Stitch
Contains nothing that is really new but is an entertaining animation for families, containing some surprisingly sophisticated social concepts, which adults should enjoy watching with their children.
Just Married
The kind of film most of us thought Hollywood had gotten out of its system during the 80s.
Jaws
A terrifically acted, wonderfully made, suspense filled classic.
I Spy
I Spy with my little eye something beginning with “D”. “Distinctly average movie”.