Movie Reviews by Ilsa L - Page 3 of 13

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Review of Silver Bears (1977)

By Ilsa L (252) on 21 Mar 2014

Clever storyline for this mildly amusing comedy but the dialogue for Cybil Shepherd's character is at times cringeworthy. Well worth a look though…

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Review of Flushed Away (2006)

By Ilsa L (252) on 11 Mar 2014

Watched this again tonight with my daughter and I enjoyed it just as much if not more than my first viewing…

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Review of The Night of the Iguana (1964)

By Ilsa L (252) on 06 Mar 2014

A gripping drama with Richard Burton as an alcoholic and allegedly defrocked Minister who is now acting as a tour guide in Mexico…

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Review of Mud (2013)

By Ilsa L (252) on 20 Feb 2014

Engrossing adventure story about 2 boys who find a mysterious man called Mud living on a small island in the Mississippi…

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Review of Hitchcock (2012)

By Ilsa L (252) on 18 Feb 2014

This film had an easy target with me…

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Review of Vivacious Lady (1938)

By Ilsa L (252) on 13 Feb 2014

Ginger Rogers and Jimmy Stewart are terrific in this charming and delightful romantic comedy…

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Review of 'G' Men (1935)

By Ilsa L (252) on 02 Feb 2014

G-Men is basic good guys vs. badguys, with James Cagney as a good guy this time…

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Review of The Devil Thumbs a Ride (1947)

By Ilsa L (252) on 25 Jan 2014

Lawrence Tierney is perfect as the devil in this fast paced noir that sustains an atmosphere of menace throughout…

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Review of San Quentin (1946)

By Ilsa L (252) on 25 Jan 2014

Ordinary prison drama that assumes an air of moral superiority by preaching its message…

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Review of Lucky Number Slevin (2006)

By Ilsa L (252) on 23 Jan 2014

An average and predictable crime thriller smartly packaged. Deducted half a star for Lucy Liu's annoying character…

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Review of Bringing Up Baby (1938)

By Ilsa L (252) on 06 Jan 2014

Though the final 20 minutes or so fall to the usual Hollywood shenanigans, Bringing Up Baby is a hilarious joy ride resting on the strong comedic/romantic…

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Review of Christmas Holiday (1944)

By Ilsa L (252) on 05 Jan 2014

This film really is not that interesting but it was my introduction to Deanna Durbin and my first time seeing Gene Kelly playing an actual…

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Review of Splendor in the Grass (1961)

By Ilsa L (252) on 31 Dec 2013

Natalie Wood and Warren Beatty light up the screen in Elia Kazan's story of a pair of young lovers whose future together is under threat from…

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Review of The Big Steal (1949)

By Ilsa L (252) on 31 Dec 2013

A fresh and clever take on a familiar storyline and terrific performances from the well chosen cast add interest to this solid noir, Unfortunately,…

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Review of Spy Game (2001)

By Ilsa L (252) on 28 Dec 2013

This is my favorite film of all time…

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Review of The Draughtsman's Contract (1982)

By Ilsa L (252) on 27 Dec 2013

Anthony Higgins is superb in this visually stunning and highly original film from Peter Greenaway…

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Review of Touch of Evil (1958)

By Ilsa L (252) on 20 Dec 2013

I've just finished watching the version of this movie that has been restored as close to Orson Welles' original editing as possible…

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Review of Bluebeard's 8th Wife (1938)

By Ilsa L (252) on 18 Dec 2013

A funny lubitsch comedy zips along at just 80 minutes…

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Review of Mystery Road (2013)

By Ilsa L (252) on 18 Dec 2013

Nicely shot but cliche and Aaron Pedersen is particularly wooden in his lead role. Disappointing…

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Review of Harry Brown (2009)

By Ilsa L (252) on 10 Dec 2013

Michael Caine shines in this excellent gritty British drama about a pensioner turned vigilante…

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