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Soaked in Bleach (2015)
The Evidence Says Courtney Killed Kurt
The investigator hired by Love...tells it like it is...and he has NO reason to slant this story "his" way....he is just gathering the facts and standing behind the obvious truths. He would have been more likely-to keep quiet about his suspicions..because love was paying him.
Watch the Movie--and if one makes 'Bullet points"..no pun intended...what is revealed is Courtney love orchestrating Kurts death and most likely through Love's ex-boyfriend and/or Kurt and Love's mutual friend in Seattle[who acted as a guide to the investigator while he investigated the whereabouts of the missing cobain}. How this case has NOT been re-opened..that is another BIG mystery...there is more than enough compelling evidence to warrant an independent investigation-outside of Seattle jurisdiction. Seattle just does not want to admit--they blew it....typical Police mentality--ignorant-self serving swines.....
The Little Hours (2017)
Forgive Me Father...For I Actually Watched Most of This Movie
How does a Movie like this get made ?? Now that would make for an interesting view.. It's Plaza's schtick and her boyfriend directing this Farce. B list actors and a Jr. High School level script, make the viewer wonder...Maybe If I leave the theater now...they will give me my money back ??
The only way this movie would work..is if it was a Porn flick...and even then...most would beg for forgiveness for watching such folly.
The only saving grace in this Movie...is that Franco's brother James, was NOT in the movie. And for that matter- this movie is much better than all of James Franco Movies he has ever been in. That's the only reason I gave it even 1 star.
Mary Magdalene (2018)
Ultimately It's a Synopsis of a very Important Story with a NEW Message
Trying to do the impossible is not going to end well. How does one tell a convincing, fulfilling story by editing out 75% of the story ?
I'm sure the players of this effort all considered this BEFORE attempting the production. And what we get is an UNfulfilling story that leaves us with a sophomoric aftertaste. Rooney is always a standout in anything she does, based primarily on her unique beauty and unique persona, both of which give MARY focus of our attention.
Phoenix is an odd choice-I agree, but his characterization of JESUS is a FRESH take, the freshest since-The Last Temptation of Christ-Scorsese/Dafoe 1988.
Mary is not nearly as provocative as The Last Temptation, and does get across to us the theme of Mary. That is- she is the Apostle of all Apostles, and quite a rarity by revealing that women of that time were just forbidden to act so independently-by forsaking the family/community/Society wishes for her/women.,
Also-this abstract of a story also has a surprising climax that pushes home the ultimate message of the movie. But-this profound message is so understated and comes and goes so quickly..this message may even miss the ears/hearts of many viewers. The only thing that truly ressonates at curtain closing, is that this movie was well performed and allowed us a NEW look into a most intriguing, fascinating story....if only it was more COMPLETE..told us more. Perhaps this should have been a Netflix mini-series. Yes-indeed- should have been a mini-series.
The Intern (2015)
OK-- could have been -should have been-- much Better
DiNero was flawless as usual. Ms Hathaway-always a pleasure to see and hear. Supporting cast was--good... The story line was WEAK. What else is new..right movie fans ???!!
Sure..it was crafted to be simplistic..a feel good movie..fine. But why waste such great actors on mediocre material ? perhaps Meyers originally did have some worthwhile scenes that were discarded in editing....Oh well..that's today's Hollywood..worthwhile meaty scripts are as rare as a 2$ bill -how's that for a fitting cliché'? Wait-..here's an alternative storyline...she hires the CEO-they fall in love after a few weeks, then-- DiNero and his new GF become close with Ann and new BF-they get smashed-and stoned one dinner date evening and do an "intimate open forum..that's four-um !!" Dinero is declared the winner by 2 knockouts and at work they now call him ..yep..THE RAGING BULL !!!
Fifty Shades of Grey (2015)
Dakota Johnson IS the Movie.The Movie is GREAT!
Dakota Johnson IS this movie..and she is the brightest star to be seen in the Hollywood sky for some time. Whomever bashed this movie and then YOU who follow..are you void of understanding that a great drama is one that is driven by the characters ? The storyline is unique-and gets big points just for that alone! First rate performances by ALL, and Dakota and Jamie indeed, drive this compelling movie into the winners circle! Listen naysayers..this movie gives the timeless PURE LOVE theme, a NEW twist..and a VERY compelling and believable one at that. Anyone that wasn't YEARNING for Anastasia and Grey to find that TRUE LOVE..needs therapy and/or to be honest. The sex was NOT used lightly, and was very tastefully done. That's the magic of this simple story. A new twist on tired themes..fresh faces and performances that make this flick one of the best for 2015. Dakota Johnson is NOW, after this movie, one of the best actresses in Hollywood. Dakota is Talented as she is beautiful-endearing and compelling as an actress can be! You naysayers will NOT be sharing my popcorn, and I'm already in line for the sequel !!