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A masterpiece from Stephen King, and a fantastic classic!

Advantages: A emotional film guarenteed to make you think and even cry
Disadvantages: bit on the long side for a film

...or even seen one of the extensive library of movie adaptations, then the Green Mile will seem like the ambrosia of film adaptations. With a fantastic portrayal of a head warden on Death Row by Tom Hanks, the Green Mile is an all time classic that will remain an empotional and psychological masterpiece for years to come. The film follows the story of the wardens on death row at a penitentiary, named the Green Mile instead of the Last Mile due to the ...
...as it seems and, as the film progresses, the extent of Coffie's powers becomes even more apparent. This film is guarenteed to bring even the hardest of souls to an emotional state as the turmoil of the film unfolds. If you haven't seen it, then make sure you do because in my opinion you are missing out on an absolute gem of a movie. Summary: One of the most awe inspiring and emotional films ever created, and a fantastic way to spend a night ...

MisterRossco 09.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of The Green Mile (DVD)

Extreme medicine

Advantages: Brilliant pyschological thriller
Disadvantages: none

When a homeless man dies in the trauma rooms of one of New York's busiest hospitals, no one gives it a second thought. Except for Dr. Guy Luthan who finds the symptoms which caused the death, very strange along with the fact the man was already wearing a strange hospital wrist band. As he investigates the death further, he uncovers an underground medical research program, which is headed by Dr. Lawrence Myrick, one of the countries most respected ...
...a cure for paralysis by testing medicines on homeless people. What will Luthan do about this disregard for medical and moral ethics? What will Myrick do as his secret may be revealed at the cost of his career? This is an interesting and entertaining thriller which poses a very real question of how far should medical research go. It also allows us to see Hugh Grant step out of his comedy roles and take on the role of the inquisitive, emergency room ...

christianfilmcritic 02.02.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Extreme Measures (DVD)

Two Diamonds One Slightly Worn Pebble

Advantages: Good price for two engaging films
Disadvantages: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves!

...sense of the word. The Green Mile is a quality film though. I suppose it could be said that Robin Hood and The Last of the Mohicans are similar in that they are both costume pieces, but they have very different selling points and standards of production. I have to say that when you buy these trios, one is usually a bit of a turkey, and I think here Robin Hood Prince of Thieves takes the chestnut stuffing. Don't expect too much in the way of DVD extras ...
...a trailer. The Green Mile is an adaptation of a story by Stephen King set on the death row of a prison during the 30's depression. This is one of the types of film that the yanks do best. A feelgood allegory. Stephen King wrote it, so you won't be surprised to hear that a certain amount the supernatural is involved. It was made by the same guy that made The Shawshank Redemption and has the same mix of human despair and cruelty and tummy warming optimism. ...

bigush 15.12.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Green Mile, The / Robin Hood / Last Of The Mohicans (DVD)

~ The Truth Can't Hide Forever ~

Advantages: Unpredicatble, Great characters, Fab story, good soundtrack.
Disadvantages: complex story, plane crash scene

~ The Truth Can't Hide Forever ~ This weekend was my 21st birthday and after a busy and exciting weekend Sunday which was the day of my actual birthday I decided to have a quite night. I had to drive up to Oxford to see my boyfriend as he had been on parade all day for Remembrance Sunday. I had to see him on my birthday so drove up in the afternoon after a meal with my family. After having a lovely meal cooked for me we went to the local blockbuster ...
...I found the film ‘Passengers’ starring Anne Hathaway. I had been waiting to see this for a while and totally forgot about it. I remember reading the plot and thinking it sounded interesting. The cover was dark and mysterious and it looked like a real intriguing thriller film. There were other names on the cover that I recognised including- Patrick Wilson and David Morse, so it seemed to have a good cast. I quite like Anne Hathaway and think she plays ...

blackmagicstar4 10.11.2009 · Read full review
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Review of The Passengers (DVD)

3 brilliant films in one.

Advantages: 3 wonderful films
Disadvantages: none

Face off, is brilliant, nic cage and john T turn in very bold and dramatic performances, this film keeps you on the edge of your seat all the time and the plot is brilliantly crafted. This is a very entertaining film, full of great ideas and great acting. The rock, is a fabulously entertaining film, with great performances from Nic and the great sean connery adds his expertise. This has a good strong plot with plenty going on to keep you interested. ...
...an amazing cast, Nic cage, John Malkovich, monica potter, john cusack, steve buscemi etc, and with a cast like that its imposible to have a boring film. the plot is good and well scripted and its an alround great entertaining film, the song sweet home alabama is a favourite, classic moment, watch it and see. All three films are a definate must see ...

malleryknoxx 16.10.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Face/Off / The Rock / Con Air (DVD)