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Oliver's Top Ten

Oliver's Top Ten
1. Gladiator-10
2. Shawshank Redemption-9.9
3. Blood Diamond-9.8
4. District-9-9.7
5. American Gangster-9.5
6.Rocky-9.3
7. Donnie Darko/The Dark-knight-9
8. Memento/The Bourne Ultimatum-8.8
9. The Legend of 1900-8.7
10. Catch me if you Can-8.5

Fun Movies

If you're in the mood for a movie that you're going to enjoy watching again and again but it's STILL and EXCELLENT movie, here's a list of our faves! (In no specific order)
Aliens
Braveheart
Donnie Darko
Hot Fuzz
District-9
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Ocean's Eleven
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Rocky
The Pirates of the Caribbean
Iron Man
The Bourne Ultimatum

The way the rating system works

The rating system is a 1-10 on the quality of the movie.
0-So bad it's not even funny
1-3 SUCKS
4-5 Okay
6-7 Good
8-8.5 Really good
8.6-8.9 Superb
9-9.9 AMAZING, MUST BUY
10 Perfect

Argument Blogs

As you know, this blog is done by two people. As you should also know, people have their disagreements. When two people disagree they will have an argument. So when Zack(I) and Oliver have an argument we will post what we call an argument blog where we will both state our opinions and you can decide who is right.

Double in One

Sometimes we will do more than one movie in one review in which case we will give you the rating for the movies separately and then as a whole. (If the rating is high on the whole we will not include it on our top ten). We call this a combined review

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back


Reviewed by: Zack
Rating: 9.8
The center of the trilogy of time is the fifth of episode of Star Wars. It is the highlight of the Star Wars mantle and the shining perfection of Lucas' genius. None can match the epic perfection of The Empire Strikes Back.
There is not much to say except that the perfection of the story, characters, symbolism, and pure epic adventure are unmatched. The adventure of space and timeless legacy is unscathed and without fault (except for a few cliche moments).
The action and adventure rarely cease and the intellectual and symbolic nature of the film keep it always intriguing. Darth Vader and Luke are some of the most amazing examples of character contrast and comparison in movie history. Han Solo is at his best and the droids are awesome and Yoda can not even begin to be described, as his amazing character is perfectly portrayed by the masterful Frank Oz.
The plot is unmatched and all Sci-Fi films to date will be compared to it. The universe of Lucas is still expanding and most of it off of his second attempt (and success) to change movie history forever.
The world of science fiction remains well behind the achievement of George Lucas in this astounding installment of the greatest movie epic of all time. If you think you've seen sci-fi then you haven't seen the half of it until you've seen Episode V of Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Star Wars IV: A New Hope (1978)


Reviewed by: Zack
Rating: 9.5
Star Wars is not only a timeless classic and the top of the movie legacy pyramid, but also began with George Lucas' powerful story of a farm boy, an old man, a sarcastic smuggler, a strong hearted princess, and the black masked entity of evil.
There is no other epic that can compare to that of Lucas' masterpiece. His movies changed the way our culture lived and breathed. A New Hope is only the beginning to this timeless Trilogy.
And one of the best beginnings I've ever seen. It is not only an enjoyable and a perfectly made movie, but also the most intuitive and genius film I've seen in ages. The history of the characters motives can only be revealed by watching the entire legacy, but after returning to view this picture I was amazed and blown away by the heartlessness of Vader and the Wise Obi-Wan's true thoughts.
Knowing this, the astounding portrayal of these characters weave the story together in a plot that jump-starts this epic adventure.
A New Hope is the defining movie of the century and cannot be described by mere words. If you have not seen this movie then you have been living under a rock in Antarctica and are missing out on the biggest adventure of your life.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Silence of the Lambs (1991)


Reviewed by: Zack
Rating: 8.9
Silence of the Lambs is possibly the most amazing crime thriller to ever smash through box office and the Academy Awards. It stole the spotlight from every other 90's flick ever.
The movie is not great for a cool way to catch a criminal or anything like that, it deals more with the intense dealings of Hannibal Lecter. His genius, calm, and psychopath characteristics make him the most ironic, intriguing, and most amazing horror villain ever devised by the human mind. His brains combined with his cruelty is the perfect villain and is portrayed in the most convincing sense by the astounding Anthony Hopkins.
The side story of Buffalo Bill takes the stage at the end and steals from the glory of Lecter and deprives the movie of its near perfection. The ending would strike me more if it ended about thirty minuets earlier.
Silence of the Lambs is a must see movie in all aspects. The terror and psychological twists will keep you on the edge of your seat every minuet you keep your eyes on the screen. After all, this is the movie you need to see to make the lambs stop screaming.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Of Mice and Men (1992)


Reviewed by: Zack
Rating: 8.5
This is a movie that will tear your heart from whatever cold and stony strings it's attached to and make your brain turn from all the ethical and humane questions that could have ever been shoved into a single movie.
You will have a big meal to swallow with this movie as you question the character's actions and the overall tapestry that makes up this touching picture. When you try to relate with the characters you will have to take a step back and see exactly what's going on in their heads. Even if it seems that nothing is happening there is a lot going on.
While at times the movie was a tad slow and some parts seemed unnecessary, these are minor to the speechless feeling this movie gives you.
The movie poses amazing characters and a touching story that will keep on the edge of toppling over the edge of understanding and an ending that will make you accept that no other ending would suffice.

To Kill A Mockingbird (1952)


Reviewed by: Zack
Rating: 8.7
To Kill A Mockingbird is perhaps the most astounding movie ever made. Its beautiful story and memorable characters are to be cherished and loved for all years to come.
There is little wrong with this movie as the characters demonstrate the theme with such perfection but also draw you into the story. You will find yourself laughing and crying almost back to back.
Nothing can withstand the standing ovation of Atticus Finch but neither can be toppled as Boo Radley is brought to life by the talented Robert Duvall. While the only things bothering me are small I was still able to pick them out in the smallest of areas.
To Kill A Mockingbird is such a masterpiece that you will be knocked out of your seat by the touching and heartwarming story. I dare you to say to my face that this is the worst movie you've ever seen. If you take that dare, I doubt you'll have any more face to lie with.