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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Blood Diamond

Wednesday's Movie of the Week

The Last King of Scotland
Directed by: Kevin Macdonald
Starring:
Forest Whitaker
James McAvoy
Kerry Washington

I'll admit, before the Oscars I had barely heard of of this movie, and certainly had no desire to sit down and watch it. But after seeing it for the first time, one thing is for sure, Forest Whitaker was deserving of the award for "Best Actor". I have no idea what the real Idi Amin was like, but the character portrayed in the movie is a blast to watch. He's charming enough to get on your good side, but at the same time, unpredictable enough to keep you scared.
(There is a scene or two that aren't for the squeamish, so you have been warned ahead of time.)

My Overall Rating: 4.0/5



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The Last King of Scotland

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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