Wednesday's Movie of the Week

Pan's Labyrinth
Directed by: Guillermo del Toro
Starring:
Ariadna Gil
Ivana Baquero
Sergi Lopez
Maribel Verdu

Pan's Labyrinth is nothing, if not unique. The gruesomeness keeps you on edge, and the wild imagination of del Toro creates an atmosphere unlike any recent film.

The movie is loosely based on some Spanish folklore as well as Greek mythology, and (if you're into that sort of thing) gives you plenty to think about after the final credits roll.

One of my favorites, definitely recommend it to all open minded viewers.

My Overall Rating: 4.5/5



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Wednesday's Movie of the Week

Blood Diamond
Directed by: Edward Zwick
Starring:
Leonardo DiCaprio
Djimon Hounsou
Jennifer Connelly

Blood Diamond started off so promising, but dwindled as it moved forward. None of the characters really captured my imagination, and the one that came close (Captain Poison, played by David Harewood) didn't get enough development.

Blood Diamond is certainly worth watching, but it wasn't the memorable movie that I expected it to be. Perhaps my expectations were too high, but when the final credits rolled, I found myself disappointed.

My Overall Rating: 2.5 / 5



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Movie of the Week

February 19-25
The Prestige
Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Starring:
Hugh Jackman
Christian Bale
Michael Caine
Scarlett Johansson

Overall, one of the best movies I've seen in a long, long time. The last quarter is filled with twists and turns. Cinematography is excellent, the storyline is unique, and the mood is captured in a way other films can only hope to duplicate. If you didn't see this in the theater, be sure to check it out on DVD (just released Tuesday).

Ovarall Rating: 4.5/5

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